What dogs teach us about aging

On this podcast, an expert dives into whether we can help our dogs live longer—and what dog research could teach humans about aging.

U. Chicago • futurity
April 4, 2024 ~2 min

Common brain tumor is genetically alike in dogs and people

The most common type of brain tumor in humans and dogs—called meningiomas—are extremely similar genetically, researchers report.

Jennifer Gauntt - Texas A&M • futurity
Feb. 22, 2024 ~6 min


Screening spots cancer ‘fingerprint’ in dogs

Researchers have created a simple, noninvasive, rapid screen to detect the presence of cancer in dogs.

Margaret Ashburn-Virginia Tech • futurity
Feb. 7, 2024 ~5 min

Dog facial recognition app may improve rabies vax efforts

A mobile phone-based facial recognition app for dogs could significantly improve rabies vaccination efforts in Africa and Asia.

Devin Rokyta-Washington State • futurity
Jan. 25, 2024 ~5 min

Cigarette smoke may spike dogs’ bladder cancer risk

Dogs exposed to cigarette smoke may have six times the risk of developing bladder cancer, a new study shows.

Brittany Steff - Purdue • futurity
Jan. 4, 2024 ~8 min

Briefly fostering a shelter dog ups its chances of adoption

Even short-term fostering programs at animal shelters vastly improve dog adoptions, a study finds.

Max Esterhuizen-Virginia Tech • futurity
Nov. 20, 2023 ~7 min

Your dog probably prefers food to toys

It may not come as a big surprise, but dogs would rather have food than a toy.

Eric Hamilton-Florida • futurity
Oct. 17, 2023 ~3 min

Vet students pick up iffy beliefs about dog breeds and pain

Veterinary students pick up on cultural attitudes about dog breeds and pain—attitudes that aren't always in line with research findings.

Matt Shipman-NC State • futurity
Sept. 13, 2023 ~6 min


Nearly half of dog owners are hesitant to vaccinate their pups

Hesitancy towards COVID vaccines extends to pet vaccinations, as well—and at worrying levels, researchers report.

Jillian McKoy-Boston U. • futurity
Sept. 1, 2023 ~7 min

There’s a link between respiratory and digestion issues in dogs

During a new swallow study, 75% of dogs with respiratory disease had one or more digestive tract abnormalities.

Brian Consiglio-U. Missouri • futurity
Aug. 24, 2023 ~6 min

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