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Keeping families and pets safe during the COVID-19 outbreak: what we need to know
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Addressing the loneliness crisis through the power of pets

The WALTHAM Petcare Science Institute is Mars Petcare's pet research centre. Our work focuses on the nutritional and behavioural needs of pets, as well as on preventive health. We use this knowledge to support development of innovative products and services, advancing science to deliver our Purpose: A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS™.

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Welfare and Behaviour, Microbiome

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5 ways science is giving puppies a healthy start in life
Welfare and Behaviour

Talking about the weighty issue of pet obesity: 5 tips for veterinarians

Genetics

How genetics can help us understand and love our pets better


Oral Health

Keeping your pets’ teeth healthy: a step-by-step guide

4 ways to understand and monitor your pet’s normal weight