Itchy pets: how to spot, prevent and treat pets’ skin allergies
Environmental and food allergies are the most common cause of skin conditions affecting cats and dogs worldwide. While the main symptom in most pets is itching, cats and dogs react differently to skin...
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 ...
Scientists reveal new theory on horse hoof pathologies
The study by experts in maths, physics, stem cell biology and equine medicine reveals new clues about the causes and potential treatment of specific hoof diseases. This includes the ‘Aladdin’s slipper...
How data can help us measure dogs’ health and wellbeing
Researchers and veterinary teams at Waltham Petcare Science Institute and Banfield Pet Hospital® have developed and validated an assessment that evaluates dogs’ quality of life. Based on a 32-ite...
Breathing new life into research on scent in dogs
Since dogs were domesticated from grey wolves over 15,000 years ago, there has been extensive variation among breeds, including differences in olfactory ability. Brachycephalic breeds...
Long-term daily dose of cannabidiol is well tolerated by healthy dogs
A new study, published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science, has produced evidence supporting the safety of cannabidiol (CBD) for longer-term use in healthy dogs. This project adds to a growing body of ...
7 ways to prevent and manage your pet’s separation anxiety
As many pet owners return their workplace, pets may be at risk of developing separation anxiety, if they have not been taught how to cope on their own. Many owners worry about their pets’ s...
Over 200K dogs take part in one of the largest tech-enabled pet health studies
Today at the North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) and Texas A&M University's Veterinary Innovation Summit, Mars Petcare announced the launch of Pet Insight Project, a three-ye...
