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Dogs may protect children against Crohn’s disease – study
The study suggests that exposure to dogs could protect children against Crohn’s disease later in life. Survey analysis reveals link...
Cats Protection announces 2022 behaviour conference
The conference will consider topics such as house soiling and overgrooming. The annual conference will count as seven hours of...
Scent dogs can detect coronavirus on human skin swabs – study
The dogs were able to accurately sniff-out coronavirus infection 92 per cent of the time. The dogs correctly identified the...
Views sought on feline hypertension
Dr Sarah Caney is leading the research. Survey will inform how best to support practices. A new survey is seeking...
Blue Cross helps one-eyed kitten
"Even though Candy Cane’s steps might seem small, they have been huge for her" – Sarah Miller, Blue Cross. Little...
Battersea Old Windsor launches appeal for blankets
The dogs at the centre need more cosy blankets to snuggle in after their long days of treats, fun and...
Review does not support use of ACEIs in dogs with preclinical MMVD
The study found that administration of ACEIs to dogs with preclinical MMVD and cardiomegaly results in little or no difference...
Pug no longer ‘typical dog’ from a health perspective
"Widespread ownership of pugs with extreme facial and body conformations should be discouraged until measures are in place to ensure...
Companionship is main motivation for dog ownership, study reveals
Companionship for themselves was discovered as the main motivation for dog ownership, with 79.4 per cent of current owners stating...
Canine Welfare Grants programme opens for applications
The Canine Welfare Grant projects have had far reaching impacts on dog welfare. “Funding research is a vital part of...