People attached to their pets more likely to be depressed during lockdown
People who are strongly attached to their pets were more likely to suffer mental health problems during the Covid-19 lockdown…
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Analgesic power potential of venom
The deadly venom of a poisonous sea snail could hold the key to developing new medicines including more effective, less…
Pioneering Parkinson’s research at the RVC
Researchers at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) are launching a new study to better understand an important gene mutation in…
Dangers of Lyme disease and ticks
All dog walkers should be aware of the dangers of a serious bacterial infection called Lyme disease, which is passed…
Research finds organic insecticides more damaging to non-target insects
Organic insecticides more damaging to non-target insects than synthetic counterparts: Very low concentrations of the popular organic insecticide spinosad have…
New Study Reveals What We Wear Can Attract Mosquitoes
New Study Reveals What We Wear Can Attract Mosquitoes: A new study published in Nature Communications has revealed that mosquitoes…
5 emergency tips & techniques to save your dog’s life
5 emergency tips & techniques to save your dog’s life: Emma Hammett of First Aid for Pets and First Aid…
Diabetes in pets
Just like humans, it’s possible for pets to get diabetes. It can affect cats and dog and can show up in…
Iron and the aging brain
Iron and the aging brain: How can we improve brain health as we get older? This is at the forefront…
Eucalyptus compound to treat lung fibrosis
Australian-produced eucalyptus compound effective at treating lung damage in sheep model: University of Melbourne-led research has shown the flavonoid pinocembrin, derived…