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“Pawtism”: Dogs Can Show Neurodivergent Traits According To New Research

An animal scientist claims that some dogs exhibit behavioral and chemical traits similar to those found in neurodivergent humans.

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Can Dogs Be Autistic Like Humans? Scientists May Now Have The Answer

An animal scientist claims that some dogs exhibit behavioral and chemical traits similar to those found in neurodivergent humans.

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Celebrities are cloning their pets – but the procedure risks animals’ health and wellbeing

Pets just don’t live long enough. We spend time, emotion, energy and lots of money caring for them, all while knowing we’ll invariably outlive them.

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Autistic dogs? Neurodiversity in our pets and what it might mean for us

I live with several cocker spaniels. They are smart and affectionate, but sometimes air-headed, impulsive and extremely sensitive. It’s common for friends to describe my dogs as “having ADHD” as one of my canine whirlwinds whizz past.

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Pets on skinny jabs? Here’s how to help them lose weight naturally

Losing weight is hard. Anyone who has tried to lose weight and keep it off will describe how difficult it can be. If your pet is a little more rotund than is healthy, then helping them regain and retain their waistline can be even trickier.

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Pets can get sunburned too – what you need to know

While there is good awareness of the potential dangers of pets overheating in high temperatures during summer months, recognising that the sunburn itself can be a source of harm is also important.

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Pets get hay fever too – how to spot it and manage it

Summer often brings with it the unmistakable sniffles and sneezes of hay fever. As plants and trees release pollen into the air, many of us start to feel the effects – itchy eyes, runny noses and general discomfort. But hay fever doesn’t just affect people – our pets can suffer…

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Expert reveals the disgusting reason why you should never let your dog drink from a shared water bowl

Dangerous bacteria poses a risk to both canines and their owners

The Independent UK

Why it’s not safe for dogs to drink from communal water bowls

On a bright, sunny day, after a nice walk with your dog, you stop at a local cafe to grab a drink. At the counter, you spot a water bowl for your dog. But before letting your dog take a sip, consider this: shared water bowls can be a breeding…

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When dogs return to nature – just how domesticated are our pooches really?

It’s hard to imagine a beloved pet dog surviving in the world. But reports of a 4 kg miniature dachshund looking well 500 days after she escaped during a family holiday is raising questions about how dependent our dogs really are on their humans. Our loyal pooches may be less…

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Dogs see their world through smell – and scientists are starting to translate it like never before

Scent is how dogs largely experience the world, a lot like the way we humans rely on sight. We know little about how dogs interpret scent, but thanks to a recent study, we may be getting closer to understanding what a dog’s nose actually knows.

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‘Poo and punishment’ – is there really a war on dogs in England and Wales?

From fines to outright bans, many councils are clamping down on canines and their owners. But not all the measures – especially the ones that prevent dogs exercising freely – are welcome

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Voices: Dressing your dog up for Christmas is barking mad – I don’t care how ‘cute’ you find it

COMMENT: It’s one thing to protect your pooch from the cold weather, but another thing entirely to dress them up against their will in the name of ‘fun’, writes Katie Edwards

The Independent UK

Perfect pet presents this Christmas, and ones to avoid – from an expert in animal welfare

Pets are increasingly viewed as integral family members. This often means owners want to offer their pets the same experiences as our human friends and family. But the holidays can bring added stress, worry and uncertainty for some pets, including noise, visitors, altered routines and potential exposure to dangerous foods,…

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Five reasons your dog might really benefit from canine clothing

We all know dogs can struggle in warm weather, but what about when the temperature plummets, the wind whistles and snow falls?

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Gazing at your dog can connect your brain with theirs, research shows

It might sound far-fetched, but recent research suggests that dogs’ and humans’ brains synchronise when they look at each other.

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Five ways to get healthier (and happier) with your pet

This article was written with the help of my pets. When I lost focus or started to tire, I grabbed my dogs’ leads and they happily joined me for some fresh air and a little outdoor adventure. I freely admit that my pets help my own health, productivity and happiness…

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Chicago Community Rallies For Missing Transgender Woman Taylor Casey

Taylor Casey, a Chicago artist and Air Force veteran, is missing in the Bahamas. Loved ones seek help for her safe return.

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Five ways to keep your pets cool when the weather’s hot

When summer arrives in the UK, it seems to appear suddenly. One day we can be wrapped up cosy winter woollies – the next we are panic buying fans and ice lollies.

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Three animals that can detect disease in humans

When it comes to accurately diagnosing a disease, you might think you need expensive, high-tech machinery and equipment capable of looking deep beneath the skin at what’s going on in the body. But while these high-tech implements certainly are incredible, they aren’t the only instruments capable of detecting disease. In…

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What the world's oldest dog can tell us about ageing

If you have ever cared for a pet dog, it is a sad truth that you are likely to outlive them. So it’s no wonder that people may be asking how to increase their pet’s longevity following the news that a dog in Portugal lived longer than 30 years.

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The first dog-fox hybrid points to the growing risk to wild animals of domestic species

Next time you see a fox when out walking with your dog, pause for a moment and ponder their relatedness. Dogs and foxes are distinct but distantly related canine species.

The Independent UK

Dogs and wolves can remember where people hide food, scientists have found

But wolves and dogs may differ in food-related motivation and persistence, the researchers said.

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Doctor dog: how our canine companions can help us detect COVID and other diseases

While we humans generally experience the world through sight, dogs use scent to learn about the environment around them. What their nose knows is crucial for finding food, mates and safe spaces.

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Pets can get colds too – here’s how to keep them safe

With winter comes cold and flu season, making coughs and sneezes rife. But it isn’t just humans who get struck down by these seasonal illnesses – our pets can too.

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