Science

Pooch and Mutt launches at-home gut health test for dogs

Pet health brand Pooch and Mutt has launched an at-home gut health testing service and tailored supplement plans for dogs. The company said the test, developed by canine microbiome analysis specialist BIOME9, uses research and artificial intelligence to examine dogs’ gut microbiomes and identify imbalances. It is available online for…

Read More »

BIV and Mars launch 2025 Global Pet Food Innovation Programme

Mars Petcare and Big Idea Ventures (BIV) have announced the launch of the 2025 Global Pet Food Innovation Programme in collaboration with AAK, Bühler, and Givaudan. Building on last year’s program, the second round aims to accelerate sustainable innovation in the pet food sector by supporting startups with novel ingredients,…

Read More »

Zoetis acquires PetMedix

PetMedix, a UK-based biotech company discovering species-specific therapeutic antibodies for pets, has announced that it has been acquired by animal health company Zoetis. Both parties have collaborated since 2022 with respect to antibody discovery. In addition to successful research collaborations, PetMedix’s proprietary drug development activities have led to a large…

Read More »

Vet-AI and Joii Pet Care begin study for cats with cancer

Vet-AI and Joii Pet Care have started a study to understand how nutrition can influence quality of life for cats diagnosed with cancer. Pet owners whose cats qualify will be provided with calorie-rich complete food, weighing scales and regular calls with vets via Vet-AI’s digital vet care app. The study…

Read More »

GoWalkies launches blockchain crowdfunding campaign

GoWalkies has launched a crowdfunding campaign to invest in blockchain technology and support its expansion and development strategy. GoWalkies is a pet technology business that connects verified dog walkers with dog owners. Benefitting both dog owners and walkers, GoWalkies provides owners with “peace of mind” through a range of safety…

Read More »

Kennel Club and AHT secure canine genetics data

The Kennel Club and Animal Health Trust (AHT) have confirmed that scientific data and biological material, including more than 40,000 DNA samples, that was stored at the AHT headquarters have now been secured and moved to Cambridge University. News of the move comes after the AHT closed its doors earlier…

Read More »

Cannabis oil can ‘improve’ lives of dogs with epilepsy, study finds

New research has suggested CBD oil could reduce potentially deadly epileptic seizures in dogs 33%. Cannabidiol, also known as CBD, is extracted from cannabis plants and only contains trace amounts of psychoactive ingredient tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). Researchers at Colorado State University in the US tested its effect on pooches suffering with…

Read More »

Purina finds ‘revolutionary breakthrough’ for cat allergens

For the first time in history, Purina scientists have demonstrated a way to significantly reduce the active levels of the major cat allergen, Fel d1, at its source in cats’ saliva. As many as one in five adults worldwide are sensitised to cat allergens. Avoiding cats is the most common…

Read More »

New RVC awards for cat and dog blood donors

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) is celebrating hero cats and dogs who have taken part in its Blood Donor Programme by awarding ‘Blood Donor of the Year’ awards to two of its regular donors, Bertie and Atticus. The programme has helped hundreds of animals involved in serious accidents, surgeries or…

Read More »

British Bulldogs at high risk of skin disease and obesity

Ownership of the iconic British Bulldog has doubled but the breed is particularly prone to ear infections, skin infections and obesity, according to the largest ever study of British Bulldogs treated in first opinion veterinary practices. The research, led by the Royal Veterinary College’s (RVC) VetCompass programme, revealed British Bulldog…

Read More »