Science

RVC research highlights urgent welfare issues for pet dogs

Research from the Royal Veterinary College has highlighted urgent issues that need to be rectified for the improvement of pet…

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Cat owners’ open door policy is creating stress

More than 40 per cent of cat owners say their homes are entered by neighbourhood cats trying to gain attention,…

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Did dogs evolve in dumps?

Research scientists believe that dogs’ penchant for bin-rummaging could be intrinsically linked with their evolution from the wolf. A new…

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Wild birds left to starve by 76 per cent of Brits

Despite 61 per cent of Britons owning a bird bath, table or nesting box – to attract wild birds to…

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Cats naturally pick and mix their food, research says

Has Felix ever turned its nose up at your latest offering of cat food? Well there could be good reason,…

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Grooming builds bond between pets, Mikki research says

Recent research conducted by grooming, training and healthcare expert Mikki has highlighted a positive trend in grooming building better relationships…

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Tracking technology makes more contented dogs

A study into dogs’ behaviour when off the lead has led to the conclusion that dogs are more content with…

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London chicken-keepers could be unwittingly spreading disease

The Royal Veterinary College has published research showing that chicken-keepers in the Greater London area have a lack of disease…

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New online holistic pet care course launched

A leading holistic vet is offering a course covering the fundamental principles of natural pet care. Holly Mash, the author…

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Demand for alternative therapies grows in the US

Demand for alternative pet therapies is on the rise in the United States, with unorthodox treatments such as veterinary acupuncture…

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