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Al igual que los humanos, los perros con demencia pueden sufrir graves trastornos del sueño
Un nuevo estudio revela que los perros con esta forma canina de demencia experimentan cambios en su ciclo de sueño al igual que las personas con Alzheimer.
Just Like Humans, Dogs with Dementia May Suffer Serious Sleep Disruptions
A new study finds dogs with the canine form of dementia experience changes in their sleep cycle like people with Alzheimer’s.
House Pets May Help Prevent Food Allergies in Kids, Study Finds
Children exposed to indoor cats and dogs in early infancy are less likely to develop certain food allergies, researchers say.
The Pain of Pet Loss Is Not Taken Seriously Enough, Researchers Find
La pérdida de una mascota puede ser una experiencia traumática, pero encontrar apoyo podría resultar difícil.
Dogs Can Smell It When You’re Stressed Out, New Study Finds
Your sweat and breath change when you’re feeling stressed and new research shows dogs can smell the difference.
Like Humans, Dogs Can Develop Dementia as They Age, Study Finds
Dogs older than 10 face a significant risk of canine cognitive decline, researchers say.
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Injected Birth Control Could Be Game-Changer to Curb Stray Cat Populations
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- June 6, 2023
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Millions of stray cats roam the world over, and surgical sterilization has long been the primary method of population control.
But a small new study shows promising results for a one-and-done contraceptive injection.
Researchers say this first-of-its-kind appr...
When Does 'Saving' Animals Become Unhealthy Hoarding?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 18, 2023
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It's a wonderful thing to try to save stray animals, but for some people it can turn into a form of hoarding thats dangerous for pets and humans alike.
People who “hoard” animals may feel like they're saving them, but caring for many pets may take a toll on their wel...
COVID in Cats Mirrored What Was Happening in People
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 11, 2023
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Cats who became infected with COVID-19 had the same variants as their owners throughout the different phases of the pandemic, new research finds.
Scientists looked at retrospective samples to assess COVID-19 infections in U.K. cats from April 2020 to February 2022. The c...
FDA Approves First Monoclonal Antibody Treatment for Arthritis in Dogs
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 8, 2023
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Man's aging best friend has a new treatment to dull osteoarthritis pain as the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced approval Friday of the first monoclonal antibody for dogs.
Called Librela, the bedinvetmab shot controls pain from the most common form of art...
Spring, Summer Is Peak Time for Dogs Biting Kids
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 3, 2023
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In the spring and summer, everyone races outside with their dogs to enjoy the warmer weather, but a new study suggests there is a downside to that.
More children are bitten by dogs in those months, according to researchers at Nemours Children's Health.
But a dog bi...
Similar to Humans, Sleep Is Altered for Dogs With Dementia
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- May 1, 2023
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Like people, man's best friend can get dementia with aging.
And these older dogs sleep less deeply when they develop the condition, just as people with Alzheimer's disease do, according to research that included problem-solving tasks and brain wave measurements.
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Dog-Walking Downside: Fractures, Head Injuries
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- April 27, 2023
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Walking your dog gets you moving and out in the fresh air, but head injuries and fractures are very real possibilities, especially for older dog owners, researchers say.
The most common injury from walking a leashed dog that sends folks to the ER is fractured fingers, a ...
Secret Weapon for Quit-Smoking Campaigns: Pets
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- April 10, 2023
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Put out that cigarette for the health of your four-legged friend.
When smokers search social media for anti-tobacco information, they tend to engage most with posts about the risk of secondhand smoke on their pets, a new study reveals.
Posts with new information ab...
FDA Approves Drug for Cats With Allergic Skin Disease
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 31, 2023
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Cats constantly licking and chewing because of a skin condition called feline allergic dermatitis may benefit from a new generic treatment approved by the
Pets Could Help Prevent Food Allergies in Kids
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 30, 2023
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While research has shown that having pets can lower the chances of respiratory allergies in children, a new study finds it might also reduce the risk of food allergies.
Japanese investigators found that young children exposed to dogs in the home were less likely to exper...
In Rare Cases, Drug-Resistant 'Superbugs' Can Pass Between People & Their Pets
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- March 20, 2023
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In more bad news about antibiotic resistance, new research suggests that people and their pets may be able to transmit multidrug-resistant germs to each other.
Still, cases of cross-transmission are rare and it's not clear if pets are giving germs to people or people ar...
Pets in the Bedroom? Your Sleep Might Suffer, Study Finds
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 17, 2023
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If your bedtime routine includes snuggling up with your Boston terrier or lulling yourself to sleep to the gentle purrs of your calico cat, you might want to rethink it.
Pets can offer a sense of security and comfort, but sharing a bed with them may lead to wakeful night...
Have an Anxious Dog? Study Seeks Clues in Canine Brains
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 16, 2023
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Like humans, some dogs suffer from anxiety. They might show fear or excitability toward strangers. Loud noises might result in "accidents." They may get destructive when you leave home.
The cause of their distress could lie in their brain make...
Cats, Dogs 'Part of the Family' for Most American Pet Owners: Poll
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 3, 2023
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It won't come as a surprise to those who love their furry friends, but a new poll finds many Americans saying their pets offer them mental health benefits and are a part of the family.
Roughly 86% of cat and dog owners said their pets had a positive impact on their well-...
Lessons From a Wildfire on How to Save Pets' Lives
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 13, 2023
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In the wake of natural disasters like wildfires that have destroyed whole communities with alarming speed, some folks are focused on the beloved pets left behind — and how to save others in the future.
More than 1,000 pets died in the Marshall fire on Dec. 30, 2021, in...
Cancer in Dogs: Breed & Size Matter, Study Shows
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 2, 2023
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If your dog is bigger, male and a purebred, it may get a diagnosis of cancer earlier in its life compared to other dogs, a new study finds.
A dog's size, gender and breed appear to affect its average age at cancer diagnosis, researchers found. This should inform canine c...
What Is Heartworm and How Can You Protect Your Pet From It?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- January 28, 2023
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It's possible to prevent heartworms in many of your furry friends — dogs, cats and ferrets, specifically.
Heading off a severe and sometimes deadly illness simply requires regular, year-round preventive treatment through a pill, injection or topical medication, accordi...
Cats Now Have an FDA-Approved Pill to Treat Their Diabetes
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 9, 2022
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Owners whose cats have diabetes now have a new option to care for the condition in their otherwise healthy pets.
Your Dog's Behavior Is in Its DNA
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 9, 2022
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Is your pooch a herder or a hunter? You can try taking them to a trainer, but new research shows much of their behavior is hardwired in their DNA.
For the new study, researchers analyzed DNA samples from more than 200 dog breeds and surveyed 46,000 pet-owners to try to s...
Special Human-Cat Bond May Have Started 10,000 Years Ago
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 8, 2022
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That special link you may have with a purring, four-legged friend has been going on between the species for millennia, new research shows.
The human-cat relationship was probably forged over a shared interest in rats more than 10,000 years ago, investigators say. As farm...
A Beloved Pet's Death Can Trigger Deep Grief. Finding Support Can Be Tough
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 28, 2022
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Anyone who's ever loved a pet like a member of the family knows that the grief when that dog, cat or other furry friend dies can be devastating.
But too often, finding others who truly understand and support that sense of loss can be challenging.
A Gel Could Help Treat Cancers in Dogs, and Maybe Kids, Too
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 15, 2022
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A new immunotherapy gel being tested in pet dogs could pave the way for gentler and more effective treatment of one of the most common childhood cancers, researchers say.
Sarcoma is one of the most common cancers in dogs, affecting the bones and soft tissues.
It's ...
Your Cat Wants a Talk With You, and Only You
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- October 27, 2022
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For cat owners who are convinced that their furry feline understands and even responds to the sound of their voice, here's the reward they've been waiting for: A new French study finds t...
Stress-Relief Programs Often Rely on Dogs. What About Cats?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- October 27, 2022
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Universities sometimes offer "Pet Your Stress Away" events offering a chance to relax while gently patting the head and stroking the back of a calm dog.
But some people are more interested in interacting with cats than dogs, according to a
Petting a Dog Does Your Brain Some Good
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- October 6, 2022
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If you have dogs, you probably already know that petting them can give you a lift.
Researchers set out to prove that using technology to show what happens in the brain when stroking or sitting next to a dog. They also compared that to petting a stuffed animal.
Th...
Not All Kids With Autism Will Benefit From Therapy Dogs
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- October 3, 2022
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For many kids with autism, Rhett, a black Labrador retriever, has been a calming and comforting influence in his seven years as a therapy dog.
But parents shouldn't assume that a service pooch is the solution for every child on the
Perceptive Pooches Can Smell Your Stress
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 29, 2022
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Everyone knows dogs have a keen sense of smell, but now researchers have discovered they can even smell stress in the breath and sweat of humans.
"Dogs possess an incredible sense of sme...
Clinic Brings Free Health Care to Homeless Youth -- and Their Beloved Pets
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- September 27, 2022
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Five years back, “Nugget” the Jack-A-Poo was in serious need of some tender loving veterinary care.
“He needed vaccinations and a few other things,” Seattle native Grace Stroklund recalled of her sidekick, a Jack Russell Terrier/Toy Poodle mix. “But I was just ...
Fewer Pet Neuterings in Pandemic Means Shelters Are Filling Up
- By Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 13, 2022
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The COVID-19 pandemic has undone decades of progress controlling dog and cat populations through spay and neuter surgeries, a new University of Florida study finds.
Dogs Have Died After Licking a Common Chemotherapy Cream, FDA Warns
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 9, 2022
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Your dog may like to lick your hand or face, but if you're using a chemotherapy cream that treats certain skin conditions, you should not allow it, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advises.
Like Humans, a Dog's Odds for Dementia Rises With Age
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- August 26, 2022
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Much like humans, dogs can develop dementia as they age -- and that risk climbs by half with every extra year of life in a dog's golden years, new research shows.
The study, of more than 15,000 dogs and their human companions, found that just over 1% had
Dogs Get Healthier When People Get Fitter
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- August 25, 2022
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Writer Jenny Block and her chiweenie, Aurora, are on a health kick.
"We walk at least 1 mile and up to 4 miles in the early morning, before it gets too hot," said the Hou...
Michigan Officials Puzzled by Mysterious Deaths of 30 Dogs
- By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- August 24, 2022
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Health authorities are investigating a parvovirus-like illness that has killed more than 30 dogs in northern Michigan, most within three days.
The dogs died in Otsego County after showing symptoms such as vomiting and bloody stool, signs of canine parvovirus, but tests w...
Dogs Do Cry When Reunited With Owners
- By Sydney Murphy HealthDay Reporter
- August 23, 2022
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Humans and dogs undoubtedly share a powerful bond, but can dogs cry when overcome with emotion?
According to a recent study, possibly the first to try to answer that questi...
Cooler Weather Could Mean More Diabetes in Dogs
- By Carole Tanzer Miller HealthDay Reporter
- August 22, 2022
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Just like their humans, dogs are more often diagnosed with diabetes in certain places and times of year, new research reveals.
Diagnoses of type 1 diabetes in humans rise during the winter months a...
Dog Contracts Monkeypox From Owners, Prompting Change to CDC Guidance
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 15, 2022
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Adding yet another wrinkle to the monkeypox outbreak, a new case study suggests that peop...
When Older Dogs' Hearing Fades, Risk of Dementia Rises
- By Sydney Murphy HealthDay Reporter
- August 12, 2022
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When dogs' hearing fades, their mental skills follow, new research reveals.
For the study, the researchers examined the link between hearing loss in aging dogs and dementia
FDA Warns of Salmonella Danger in Darwin's Raw Cat Food
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 8, 2022
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Cat owners should not feed their pets certain lots of Darwin's Natural Pet Products, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns.
Some lots of the raw cat food tested positive for salmonella and were associated with illness in three kittens, the agency said in a
Your Dog's Gut Microbes Change Quickly With New Diet
- By Sydney Murphy HealthDay Reporter
- August 4, 2022
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Switching Fido to a new dog food? What happens in his gut as a result is nothing short of remarkable, a new study reveals.
The population of bacteria living in his gut — his microbiome<...
How Service Dogs Help Vets with PTSD
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 1, 2022
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A service dog can lower the severity of a U.S. military veteran's post-traumatic stress disorder, according to past research.
Hoping to learn more about this therapeutic bond, researchers worked with 82 vets and their trained
Does Your Cat Play Well With Others? Hormones Might Be Why
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 28, 2022
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While cats often prefer to be alone and closely guard their territory, some seem to thrive on togetherness even at a crowded shelter.
Chalk it up to chemistry.
Salmonella Linked to Pet Turtles Has Hospitalized 5, CDC Says
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 22, 2022
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Tiny turtles are the cause of a multistate outbreak of salmonella that has led to five hospitalizations, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Thursday.
Raw Meat Diet May Have a Downside for Dogs
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 21, 2022
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Feeding raw meat to your dog may spread antibiotic-resistant bacteria, according to researchers who studied the poop of dogs fed these diets.
What did the British scientists find? Dogs who were ...
Dogs' Keen Sense of Smell May Help Them 'See'
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 21, 2022
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While humans typically use their sight to orient themselves, dogs navigate the world by combining their sense of smell with their vision.
So claims a new study that found dogs' sense of smell is integrated with their vision and other unique parts of their brain.
...
Cats Injured in Wildfires at High Risk for Blood Clots
- By Ellie Quinlan Houghtaling HealthDay Reporter
- July 18, 2022
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While California works to restore its landscape after years of historic wildfires, new research could transform the way in which veterinarians treat animals recovered from damaged forests.
The study found that...
Panting Pooches: When Summer Heat Is Too Much for Your Dog
- By Ellie Quinlan Houghtaling HealthDay Reporter
- July 17, 2022
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Summer is a great time to enjoy the outdoors with your dog, but when the temperatures spike or the fireworks come out, it's time to make sure your furry best friend is having just as good a time as you are.
Chicken Strips Dog Treats Recalled Due to Salmonella Danger
- By Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- July 14, 2022
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Dog treats are being voluntarily recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
The North Carolina Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services reported July 6 that some Stormberg Foods LLC dog treats were contaminated with salmonella, which triggered
Scientists Track the Microbiomes of Stray & Pet Dogs Around the World
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 5, 2022
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Whether they're household pets in South Africa, strays in India or living in rural Laos, dogs have similar microbes colonizing their digestive tracts.
That's the key takeaway from a new study that built upon existing research into the canine microbiome - the collection o...
Pets Have Helped People With HIV Through Two Pandemics
- By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter
- June 23, 2022
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Pets have helped people weather both the HIV/AIDS and COVID-19 pandemics, a survey of long-term HIV/AIDS survivors shows.
"The underlying question in our minds has always been: What role do pets play for people who are so isolated and suffering so much stigma?" said stud...
Pets Help Their Humans De-Stress, Stay Fit: Survey
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- June 21, 2022
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While chronic stress is a key risk factor for heart disease and stroke, most cat and dog owners say pets help them chill out and stay active.
A new American Heart Association (AHA) survey of 1,000 pet owners found 95% relying on their animal companions for stress relief....