How pet cancer data sheds light on human cancers – and speeds the development of new treatments

New research on cat and dog health may provide clues on how to prevent and treat cancer in humans.

Rodney Lee Page, Professor of Oncology, Colorado State University • conversation
March 9, 2022 ~8 min

Five things to consider before getting a feline companion

Cats are in charge – but living with one can be one of life’s greatest joys. Here’s some guidance on choosing the right feline for you.

Claudia Vinke, Assistant Professor in Behavioural Biology, Utrecht University • conversation
Feb. 17, 2022 ~7 min


Deer, mink and hyenas have caught COVID-19 – animal virologists explain how to find the coronavirus in animals and why humans need to worry

Scientists have been testing captive and wild animals for the coronavirus since the pandemic began. Only a few wild species are known to carry the virus, but many more have been shown to be susceptible.

Christie Mayo, Associate Professor of Microbiology, Immunology and Pathology, Colorado State University • conversation
Feb. 17, 2022 ~10 min

Five top tips to consider before getting a canine companion

Dogs can be hugely rewarding pets - but it’s important to choose the right dog and be well prepared before welcoming one into your home.

Claudia Vinke, Assistant Professor in Behavioural Biology, Utrecht University • conversation
Feb. 10, 2022 ~7 min

Most dog breeds are highly inbred

The average inbreeding based on genetic analysis across 227 dog breeds was close to 25%, the equivalent of sharing the same genetic material with a sibling.

Trina Wood-UC Davis • futurity
Dec. 7, 2021 ~6 min

Dogs and TV: here's what we know about how they respond

How to use TV and other tools to help dogs who suffer from anxiety or spend a lot of time at home alone.

Jacqueline Boyd, Senior Lecturer in Animal Science, Nottingham Trent University • conversation
Nov. 19, 2021 ~7 min

Five ways to help your pets cope with fireworks

Fireworks can be frightening to pets: here’s how to help them stay calm and happy.

Jacqueline Boyd, Senior Lecturer in Animal Science, Nottingham Trent University • conversation
Nov. 2, 2021 ~6 min

New research suggests cat and dog 'moms' and 'dads' really are parenting their pets – here's the evolutionary explanation why

Human beings evolved to nurture – and that drive can extend to children who aren’t your own and even to members of other species.

Shelly Volsche, Clinical Assistant Professor of Anthropology, Boise State University • conversation
Oct. 28, 2021 ~9 min


What Happens to Pets When Couples Break Up

VOA Learning English • voa
July 19, 2021 ~6 min

Cat DNA alters response to life-saving heart meds

New research sheds light on why some cats don't respond to drugs for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, a potentially deadly condition in 1 in 7 cats.

Amy Quinton-UC Davis • futurity
July 7, 2021 ~5 min

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