Do wolves sleep like dogs?
Researchers at the Department of Ethology at Eötvös Loránd University, Hungary, have measured the sleep of the dog's wild counterpart, the wolf, for the first time. Their new study was published in Scientific Reports......»»
Companion animals could be reservoirs for cross-species transmission of antimicrobial-resistant bacteria
The emergence and global spread of antimicrobial resistant bacteria among companion animals (e.g., dogs and cats) pose a risk of the animals being reservoirs for cross-species transmission because of their close contact with humans......»»
Memorial Day mattress sale 2023: save big at top sleep brands
The Memorial Day mattress sales are on the way, making May the perfect time to buy a new bed......»»
Colorado cements plan to reintroduce gray wolves but a snag lingers
Colorado's plan to capture and release dozens of wolves into the Western Slope's wilderness is now finalized, though the timeline might suffer thanks to a bill proposed by the region's lawmakers......»»
DEAL: Don’t sleep on this crazy deal for a renewed Pixel 7 and save big!
This deal for a renewed Google Pixel 7 is going for a super low price right now, so don’t miss out on it! Google’s Pixel 8 will be launching later this year. The company is also expected to announce the Pixel 7a at I/O 2023 which is t.....»»
Dogs may be at risk from high levels of lead from shotgun pellets in raw pheasant dog food, study finds
Lead is a toxic metal that negatively affects body systems of people and animals, with the nervous system being particularly sensitive. Although elevated levels of dietary lead are potentially damaging to animal health, lead shot can be legally used.....»»
Scooby doobie don"t: Discarded joints pose hazards for dogs
Bondi, an 8-month-old toy poodle, had just returned from a walk when he began stumbling. His head wobbled and soon he could barely stand, so his owner, Colleen Briggs, rushed him to the vet......»»
Report: Halo’s final survival attempts made even Amazon’s workers concerned
Halo reportedly tried surviving on targeted ads, user data, & creepy AI dreams. Enlarge (credit: Amazon) Amazon is discontinuing its Halo project, including the Band and View fitness trackers and the Rise bedside sleep.....»»
Dogs Can Carry Mutant Flu Strains
A mutant human influenza found in two dogs shows the importance of viral surveillance in companion animals.....»»
What Makes a Mammal? 423,000 Newly Identified DNA Regions Guide Our Genes
These elements, dubbed “UNICORNs,” sit close to genes that affect smell, sleep and ways that people and other mammals interact with their surroundings.....»»
Old dogs with dementia sleep less deeply, just like people with Alzheimer"s
In people with Alzheimer's, the earliest symptoms are commonly disruptions in sleep rhythms. These include daytime sleepiness, showing agitation or confusion around dusk, staying awake longer, and waking up often at night. These changes are thought t.....»»
Genome of famed sled dog Balto reveals genetic adaptations of working dogs
The sled dog Balto has been celebrated in books and movies for his role in delivering desperately needed diphtheria antitoxin to Nome, Alaska, in 1925. Now, his DNA has enabled scientists to explore the genetics of 1920s sled dogs in Alaska and under.....»»
Amazon will brick all Halo health trackers on August 1
The Halo Rise sleep tracker only came out 5 months ago. Amazon's Halo View fitness tracker. (credit: Amazon) Amazon is giving up on its health-focused Halo devices. The original Halo Band and the Halo View fitness trac.....»»
A healthy but depleted herd: Predators decrease prey disease levels but also population size, study finds
Nature documentaries will tell you that lions, cheetahs, wolves and other top predators target the weakest or slowest animals and that this culling benefits prey herds, whether it's antelope in Africa or elk in Wyoming......»»
New research sheds light on how circadian rhythms work
New research from a multidisciplinary team helps to illuminate the mechanisms behind circadian rhythms, offering new hope for dealing with jet lag, insomnia and other sleep disorders......»»
Apple building an AI health coach for Apple Watch, report claims
Apple is developing an AI-powered health coach designed to offer personalized advice for improving exercise, diet, and sleep, a new report claims......»»
Melatonin in sleep-aid gummies can be off by up to 350%, study finds
JAMA study highlights quality control issues common in dietary supplements. Enlarge (credit: Getty | Tim Graham) An eye-opening analysis of common, over-the-counter sleep aids finds they contain wildly variable amounts o.....»»
White power movements in US history have often relied on veterans—and not on lone wolves, says expert
For decades, the white power movement has gained steady momentum in the U.S. Kathleen Belew is an expert on the history of the white power movement and its current impact on American society and politics. Her book "Bring the War Home: The White Power.....»»
Researchers identify a new genetic culprit in canine bladder cancers
Researchers have identified new genetic mutations linked to a subset of canine bladder cancers. Their findings have implications both for early cancer detection and for targeted treatments in dogs and humans. The study is published in the journal PLO.....»»
Elephant seals drift off to sleep while diving far below the ocean surface
For the first time, scientists have recorded brain activity in a free-ranging, wild marine mammal, revealing the sleep habits of elephant seals during the months they spend at sea......»»
Study shows antibiotic-resistant "superbugs" are being passed between dogs and cats and their owners
Evidence that multidrug-resistant bacteria are being passed between pet cats and dogs and their owners will be presented at this year's European Congress of Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases (ECCMID) in Copenhagen, Denmark (15-18 April)......»»