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Dogs can smell stress, study finds
"This is the first study of its kind" – Clara Wilson. Odour can be detected in human sweat and breath....

Key animal welfare charities call for end to greyhound racing
"It is simply not acceptable that nearly 2,000 greyhounds died over the last four years" – Owen Sharp. RSPCA, Blue...

RSPCA sees 90 per cent rise in guinea pig cases
More than 170 guinea pigs have come into the charity’s care in 2022 alone. The amount has almost doubled in...

Police dog awards celebrate canine heroes
Pictured: PD Logan, winner of the Lifetime Achievement Award. Thin Blue Paw Awards honour five dog/handler teams. Tonight (22 September),...

Scottish vet wins prestigious canine health award
Dr Hamilton will use her prize to analyse spinal X-rays of French bulldogs and establish a dtaabase of scores from...

Study explores impact of lymph node removal on MCTs
The outlook for dogs with Kiupel high-grade cutaneous mast cell tumours has long been considered poor. Researchers assess outcomes in...

Study analyses increased risk factors for canine dementia
The study aimed to ascertain the prevalence of CCD more thoroughly. Research sheds light on CCD and associated characteristics. A...

Canine disease risk prediction models to be produced
Image (C) Synomics Synomics and Mars Petcare announce partnership. A biological insights technology start-up, Synomics, has announced a partnership with...
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Researchers developing antibody treatment for canine cancer
Scientists hope to create a more gentle and targeted treatment option for canine cancer. The treatment is based on nanobodies...

Charity highlights hidden pain in elderly dogs
Some 80 per cent of dogs suffer from arthritis by the time they are eight years old. The Oldies Club...