How data science is helping us predict dogs’ chronic kidney disease risk
In a recent study, scientists and veterinary teams at the Waltham Petcare Science Institute, Antech and Banfield Pet Hospital, in partnership with Process Integration and Predictive Analytics (PIPA), ...
Pets and the monkeypox virus: what pet owners need to know
A recent report has identified human-dog transmission of monkeypox, so it is important for pet owners to take precautions to reduce the risk of transmission to animals and avoid causing undue stress o...
How an open-access database of dog and cat genomes can help advance individualised pet health
Waltham scientists and veterinary professionals across Mars Petcare are partnering with the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard to develop one of the largest open-access sets of cat and dog genomes in ...
New study shows cannabidiol (CBD) is effective at reducing stress in dogs
A new study, published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science, shows that a single oral dose (4 mgs per kg of body weight) of THC-free CBD can significantly relieve multiple measures of dogs’ stress ...
Cats’ noses appear to function like powerful aroma analysis equipment
New research shows the complex nasal structures involved in a cat’s sense of smell function similarly to a gas chromatograph – powerful laboratory equipment that separates chemical components and is o...
Study finds a daily dose of CBD can reduce stress in dogs over a six-month time period
Scientists at the Waltham Petcare Science Institute are seeking to understand the safety and efficacy of THC-free cannabidiol (CBD) in cats and dogs, specifically its potential benefits when it comes ...
Minimising stress – maximising reward: new study points way forward for reactive dog ownership
The positive benefits of owning and walking a dog have been well documented by both scientific research and anecdotal information for many years. The long list of physical and psychological advantages...
New study looks at tolerability of CBD for cats
CBD (cannabidiol) is a non-psychotropic chemical derived from hemp (Cannabis sativa). In recent years, it has received widespread interest due to its potential therapeutic effects on humans, including...
