Antibiotic-resistant 'superbugs' are being passed between dogs and cats and their owners
Antibiotic resistance is becoming increasingly prevalent worldwide, with drug-resistant infections estimated to kill 700,000 people annually
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JJ Shavit
- Feb 19
What's your dog's age in human years? New formula is far more accurate
If there’s one dog myth through the years it’s this: multiply your dog’s age by seven to calculate how old they are in “human years.”
JJ Shavit
- Sep 17, 2022
New study reveals why puppy-dog eyes are so irresistable
Dogs are unique from other mammals in their reciprocated bond with humans which can be demonstrated though mutual gaze.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 25, 2022
Dogs cry more when reunited with their owners
Dogs and humans clearly have a special bond. But do dogs, like humans, produce more tears at times when they are flooded with emotion?
JJ Shavit
- Feb 28, 2022
People pay more attention to ads when they feature dogs and cats
Researchers conclude that adding dogs or cats to promotional ads makes people more eager to pursue a goal or product.
JJ Shavit
- Feb 24, 2022
Dogs may lower their owners' risk of disability, study claims
Data shows that seniors who own a dog may be at lower risk of disability than those who have never been dog owners.
JJ Shavit
- Feb 2, 2022
When should you neuter your dog to avoid health risks?
Some dog breeds have higher risk of developing certain cancers and joint disorders if neutered or spayed within their first year of life.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 17, 2021
Is your dog strangely hyperactive or impulsive? New study shows why
Our findings can help to better identify, understand and treat canine hyperactivity, impulsivity and inattention.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 15, 2021
Kind-hearted high school student creates wheelchairs for pets
A 14-year-old Champlin, Minnesota girl manufactures $1,000 dog wheelchairs in her free time for the price of the parts.
JJ Shavit
- Oct 5, 2021
This A.I.-powered collar translates your dog’s barks and body language
Have you ever wondered what your pet is trying to tell you? This collar may hold the answer.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 25, 2021
Beloved cat inspires half-million-dollar donation to animal shelter
Over half a million dollars has been donated to the Capital Regional District animal shelter in honour of a beloved pet.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 14, 2021
Surf's pup! 'Surfurs' Fetch Waves Seeking "Best In Surf" Title
Some of California's cutest surFURs hit the waves to show off their skills on the board and raise money for their orphaned friends in need.
JJ Shavit
- Sep 10, 2021
Once abandoned, Baekgu becomes first honorary rescue dog after saving missing woman
A dog named Baekgu has become Korea's first honorary 119 rescue dog after playing a critical role in the search for a missing elderly woman.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 25, 2021
Strike a PAWS! 800 costumed Chihuahuas strut their stuff in Miss Chihuahua Town beauty pageant
The pint-sized pooches, from all over the UK, donned fancy outfits as they competed for top spot as Britain's Most Beautiful Chihuahua.
JJ Shavit
- Aug 23, 2021
‘I come with baggage’: Couple finds heartbreaking poem within shelter dog’s paperwork
A woman has shared the meaningful note that she received when she adopted her dog.
Joshua Shavit
- Aug 18, 2021
Cities are making all mammals bigger according to a new study
Urbanization is causing many mammal species to grow bigger, possibly because of readily available food in places packed with people
JJ Shavit
- Aug 17, 2021
Cat’s meows leads rescuers to 83-year-old owner who fell into ravine
Thanks to the actions of Piran the cat who meowed at the group until they noticed, the 83-year-old woman was rescued and is now on the mend
JJ Shavit
- Aug 16, 2021
German animal shelter creates Tinder for pets to help them find new homes
An animal shelter in Germany is getting creative to help find new homes for their resident cats and dogs and they're using new tricks
JJ Shavit
- Jul 10, 2021
'Smart collar' could prevent tapeworms in dogs
Dogs infected with echinococcosis play a major role in spreading tapeworms across human populations around the world.
JJ Shavit
- Jul 8, 2021
Humans aren't alone in having talent, dogs got it too!
Some exceptionally gifted people have marked human history and culture. Leonardo, Mozart, and Einstein are some famous examples
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