Does your dog care if you die?
Any owner would say yes. Here’s what the science says.
Yes.
Dogs have behavioral and circulating hormone responses to the presence or absence of their owner...
Dog owners, but not cat owners, may have lower risk of disability
In a new study from National Institute for Environmental Studies, researchers found that seniors who own a dog may be at lower risk of...
Scientists find better way to calculate fuel efficiency for dolphins
Researchers use noninvasive movement tags and a device that measures oxygen consumption to assess how much energy a dolphin uses while swimming.
From foraging for...
Pets may help slow down cognitive decline in older people
In a new study from the University of Michigan, researchers found owning a pet, like a dog or cat, especially for five years or...
This dinosaur era crab was sharp-eyed, speedy swimmer
With its adorable big eyes, this predator seemed more Disney than deadly.
A crab roughly the size of a quarter was found in the waters...
Scientists find the way to help dogs lose weight safely
Overfed dogs experience some of the same maladies associated with overweight and obesity in humans.
In a new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign,...
Mosquitoes have color preferences. Could we hide from them?
Beating the bite of mosquitoes this spring and summer could hinge on your attire and your skin.
New research led by scientists at the University...
What is your dog’s lifespan? You might be surprised
How old is your dog in human years? And what factors contribute to a long and healthy life for a dog?
For years, it’s been...
How to feed your dog (for health and longevity)
Get a DOG! It’s my favorite ‘prescription’ to give patients.
Dogs are wonderful companions, offer unconditional love and most importantly, they keep you active! But...
How violet flowers may help fight deadly brain cancer
In a new study from Dillard University, researchers found a compound derived from violets could lead to new approaches in treating glioblastoma, a highly...