Cancers, Covid-19, Parkinson, hypoglycémie diabétique… Certains animaux sont capables de détecter de nombreuses affections. Entraînés, ils peuvent parfois constituer de précieuses aides au diagnostic.
- Senior Lecturer in Animal Science, Nottingham Trent University
Foi demonstrado que os animais detectam com sucesso uma série de doenças, desde câncer até ITUs e COVID-19.
Animals have been shown to successfully detect a range of diseases – from cancer to UTIs and COVID-19.
The genetic mutations responsible for the unusual physical features in animals can also cause great harm.
Dogs may be a human’s best friend but there are limits – is face licking one of them?
Thirty-eight per cent of Danish dog owners surveyed said they dosed canines with cannabis products.
The dangers of passive smoking for humans may be well-known but second – and even third-hand – smoke is also hazardous to our pets. Here’s what you need to know.
While some people blanch at the thought of bed-sharing bed with a pet, others can’t sleep without their animal companions – an expert explains the pros and cons of sharing a bed with a pet (or two).
There’s a surprising amount of crossover in what things help human and dog longevity.
Scientists had thought a ‘dogxim’ was impossible until one was discovered in Brazil
Dogs love to sniff, and they’re good at it.
There are many things you can do to help your pet when they’re sick.
Dog bites are a serious public health problem but we’re going the wrong way about tackling it.
Obesitas hewan peliharaan adalah masalah yang berkembang - dan bahkan sedikit berat badan ekstra pada anjing atau kucing dapat menyebabkan masalah kesehatan.
Pet obesity is a growing problem – and even a little extra body weight on a dog or cat can lead to health problems.
A happy and fulfilling relationship with your canine companion is built on good training
Christmas is one of the busiest times of year for vets.
How to use TV and other tools to help dogs who suffer from anxiety or spend a lot of time at home alone.
Fireworks can be frightening to pets: here’s how to help them stay calm and happy.
Top tips to keep your canine friends safe and happy at Halloween.
Many of the advice given to humans works for dogs, too.
New research explains that dogs may have evolved to eat faeces as a way to prevent the spread of disease.
A new study raises concerns about raw meat based dog food, but not for the reasons you think.
Spending time with pets can lead to significantly improved social skills and motivation for learning.
A woman developed sepsis after she was licked by her pet greyhound.
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