Dogs: Rethinking the status quo of nutrition
There are approximately 70 million domestic dogs and 74 million domestic cats in the United States. The next closest country in domestic dogs is Brazil,...
All Creatures
The All Creatures category explores the connections between humans and animals, covering topics that span animal health, welfare, behaviour and the shared benefits of human-animal interaction. From insights into veterinary care and pet wellbeing to stories highlighting the unique roles animals play in our lives, this category brings compassionate, evidence-informed perspectives on our interspecies relationships.
Equine facilitated therapy for low back pain
Patients with chronic low back pain may benefit from equine facilitated therapy (EFT), a new study from the University of Eastern Finland shows. During a...
Zooplankton inspire marine robots
Sea creatures inspire marine robots which can operate in extra-terrestrial oceans: Scientists at the University of Bristol have drawn on the design and life of...
Groundhog day 2023
In anticipation of Groundhog Day on 2 February, watch this entertaining little short to brighten your day! In this heartwarming video from The Dodo, a...
Stranded dolphins show signs of Alzheimer’s
Stranded dolphins show signs of Alzheimer’s: The brains of three different species of stranded dolphins show classic markers of Alzheimer’s disease, according to a new...
How to have a pet-friendly Christmas
How to have a pet-friendly Christmas: While Christmas is an exciting time of year for the family, it can be both stressful and potentially dangerous...
Road Traffic Accident – How to help your pet
A step-by-step guide if your dog is hit by a car When approaching an accident, the most important element is your safety. Fundamentally, if you...
Venomous Bites and Stings Day a timely reminder
School venom research experts welcome new awareness day to help Australians better prepare for run-ins with venomous creatures this summer. Australia is home to some...
Viruses can ‘hitchhike’ on microplastics
Microplastics are not just tiny particles that can be ingested, they can also carry viruses, a University of Queensland study has revealed. The study, led...
Synthetic firefly’s glow lights new path to disease detection
A research team has found a way to synthetically create a firefly’s ‘glow’ that could have positive impacts on the access to medical light-imaging tools...
