Science

May- 2018 -

3 May

Male French Bulldogs unhealthier than females, RVC study shows

The top health issues in French Bulldogs have been revealed as a result of Britain’s largest ever study into the breed, conducted by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) and supported by the Kennel Club Charitable Trust. The study found that French Bulldogs are vulnerable to a range of health conditions,…

Apr- 2018 -

27 April

RVC finds more signs of ‘canine dementia’ in dogs with epilepsy

Studies by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) have found that dogs with epilepsy were less trainable than the control dogs in its research. The RVC’s canine epilepsy research team conducted a series of studies to identify signs of cognitive impairment in dogs with epilepsy. The team carried out these studies…

26 April

Dogs can not get autism, says BVA

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has said there is no scientifically proven link between vaccines and autism, nor is there proof that dogs are capable of developing the condition. This information has come following a rise in pet owners refusing to vaccinate their pets, fearing that potentially life-saving injection could…

17 April

‘Rottweilers top the lame list’, says RVC

Rottweilers are the most predisposed dog breed to suffer from osteoarthritis according to new research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC). Osteoarthritis is the most common joint disease diagnosed in dogs, and this study is the largest ever conducted into the condition in dogs under veterinary care – covering 455,557…

16 April

Cat owners putting pets at risk of infestation

A recent survey from Bayer has revealed that almost half (45 percent) of owners are unable to detect signs of a parasitic infection in their cat, placing greater emphasis on the role of retail SQP professionals to educate unsuspecting pet owners. Currently, 40 percent of cat owners admit that they…

11 April

FEDIAF releases expert paper on senior dog nutrition

FEDIAF, the European pet food industry federation, has published a new expert paper with key information about the nutritional needs of older dogs. Dr Thomas Brenten, chairman of FEDIAF’s nutrition and analytical science group, said: “There is a great need to take their specific dietary requirements into account. Proper nutrition…

Mar- 2018 -

12 March

Bird diseases could be spread by garden feeders, research shows

People who feed birds in their gardens may be putting them at risk of disease, a study has shown. The research, conducted by the British Trust for Ornithology (BTO) and the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), looked at 25 years of data on wild bird health threats. The research found…

9 March

Classical music proven to calm and comfort dogs, Eukanuba finds

Pet food brand Eukanuba has conducted a study and found that classical music helps to relax, calm and comfort dogs. Teaming up with composer Iain Jackson an original classical score was created and performed by a ten-piece string orchestra, while the impact the music had on the dogs’ stress and…

Feb- 2018 -

16 February

Leading insect breeding program gains momentum

Protix and Hendrix Genetics have joined forces to develop a leading insect breeding program. Protix, leader in insect protein production, and Hendrix Genetics, global multi-species animal genetics company, announced their collaboration. The program aims to further improve the potential of insects as an efficient protein converter from feedstock to ingredient.…

12 February

Pets improve mental health, study suggests

Pets can help to improve the mental health of the owners, a study conducted by researchers from the universities of Liverpool, Manchester and Southampton have found. Published in BMC Psychiatry, the researchers looked at the role of domestic animals in the lives of those suffering with a mental health condition. They…