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Dogs reduce risk of Uni students failing their studies
Numerous studies suggest dogs can improve physiological and psychological health in adults and even enhance cognitive development in infants (Hurley et al., 2010). Consequently, our four-legged friends are now frequently used in therapy to provide emotional support, whether that’s during…
Dogs are eating 54,000 extra calories annually
Over-indulgence can lead to weight-gain in humans and it is the same for pets. Whilst many owners carefully manage their…
Short-term fostering can reduce stress in shelter dogs
A new study has highlighted the benefits of short-term fostering for rescue dogs. Researchers worked with five shelters from across…
Gene mutation linked to sudden blindness in dogs
A new study has found that a change in genetic code is linked to sudden blindness known as goniodysgenesis (…
“Nip it in the bud!”
Five words that sum up an owner’s frustration about their dog’s problem behaviour. Five words I have heard so often…
Chemical pollutants at home and in diet may impact dogs’ fertility
Whether you are aware of it or not hazardous chemicals are often lurking in many of the products we use…
German Shepherds bring the big bucks at the cinema
According to a recent study, German Shepherds claim the top spot when it comes to box office smashes. The pet…
Can allergy-friendly dogs prevent allergic reactions?
Allergies to dogs have increased in prevalence presumably as a result of increased dog ownership and sensitisation. Consequently, public interest…
Blue-eyed dogs – new study reveals genetic duplication
Striking and elegant, there really is something special about blue-eyed dogs. Whilst previous research has shown that blue eye colour…
Chocolate labradors’ life expectancy linked to colour
Findings from a recent large-scale study involving over 33,000 Labrador Retriever puppies suggests chocolate Labradors have a shorter lifespan…
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