How data is helping us tackle pet obesity
Pet obesity data can paint a concerning picture, as the figures show that the number of overweight pets is still on the rise. But data can also help researchers and veterinarians find new ways to...
ISAZ 2025
The Waltham Petcare Science Institute (Waltham), Mars’ leading science centre for pet health, will host a symposium at the upcoming International Society for Anthrozoology (ISAZ) 2025 Conference (19-2...
How dietary protein levels influence gut bacteria in kittens
A number of studies have shown that variations in the human gut microbiome are associated with different diet compositions as well as a number of medical conditions. This suggests that dietary changes...
A starch-rich horse diet impacts hormone levels used to diagnose equine disease
It’s an unfamiliar look for a horse: a long coat all year, abnormal sweat patches, and unusual body fat distribution. Yet a proportion of aged horses may be exhibiting these signs as part of the chang...
WikiVet and Mars Petcare release new materials for cat and dog nutrition and health
WikiVet and Mars Petcare have launched new veterinary educational materials focused on cat and dog nutrition and its role in health and wellbeing. Through an exciting collaboration, WikiVet and Mars P...
Feeding cats in their golden years: insights from our latest study
With advances in veterinary care and specialised nutrition, cats are living longer – on average for 12-14 years and sometimes into their 20s.1,2 And just like aging humans, aging cats may t...
Australian study finds one third of Pony Club ponies obese
Obesity in ponies and pleasure horses has been associated with the painful and debilitating hoof condition called laminitis. However, some owners may not recognise when their animals are putting on ex...
Violence against pets and domestic abuse: how are they linked?
One in six American children is exposed to physical violence at home by the time they are 17. It is a disturbing statistic, and one that underlies a growing awareness of serious emotional and be...
