Wolves, dogs and dingoes, oh my
Dogs are generally considered the first domesticated animal, while its ancestor is generally considered to be the wolf, but where the Australian dingo fits into this framework is still debated, according to a retired Penn State anthropologist......»»
Step aside, wolves: The next Colorado wildlife reintroduction could be the elusive wolverine
Colorado could return another native carnivore to its mountains if state lawmakers pass a bill allowing for the reintroduction of wolverines......»»
Bald eagles eat prairie dogs? Researchers underscore relationship between raptors and rodents in the Great Plains
We all know that bald eagles like fish. Few of us, however, picture them soaring over grasslands seeking out prairie dog snacks. In a paper published in the Journal of Raptor Research, lead author Courtney Duchardt and co-authors make the case that p.....»»
Social dynamics of family dogs: A peek behind hierarchies
Researchers at the Family Dog Project of Eötvös Loránd University have designed a tool to investigate the social dynamics of cohabiting family dogs. Their results are published in Animal Cognition......»»
Genetic mutation in a quarter of all Labradors hard-wires them for obesity
New research finds around a quarter of Labrador retriever dogs face a double-whammy of feeling hungry all the time and burning fewer calories due to a genetic mutation. The results are published in the journal Science Advances......»»
Understanding what a dog is trying to communicate
Dogs have a remarkable ability to communicate through a variety of sounds, or vocalizations. Because each vocalization conveys a specific message or emotion, understanding the meaning behind different vocalizations can help owners address their pets'.....»»
Antimicrobial-resistant E. coli found in dogs with diarrhea
A team of Chinese veterinary researchers has found high levels of antimicrobial-resistant Escherichia coli in dogs with diarrhea. In their study, published in the open access journal PLOS ONE, the group tested fecal samples from 185 dogs with diarrhe.....»»
Colorado"s wolves roamed from northwesternmost county to across Continental Divide last month
Wolves from Colorado's new pack expanded their roaming range over the past 35 days to the state's northwesternmost county and across the Continental Divide, according to a map state officials released Feb. 28......»»
Wolves vs Brighton live stream: Can you watch for free?
Brighton take on Wolves in a fifth-round FA Cup tie today, and we have everything you need to know to watch a live stream of the match in the US......»»
Dogs with epilepsy found to have altered levels of trace elements and heavy metals in their blood and fur
A recent study at the University of Helsinki reveals that dogs with epilepsy exhibit distinct alterations in trace elements and heavy metal levels in their blood and fur compared with healthy counterparts......»»
Research explores how people make a snap judgment about unfamiliar dogs
It's no secret that people can be quick to judge others, particularly when it comes to how a person looks. There have been tons of studies on how physical facial appearance, like makeup or facial hair, impacts a person's perception of someone else......»»
KEF just let the dogs out with its new KC92 and Kube MIE subwoofers
British speaker manufacturers KEF today announced five new subwoofers: the KC92 and a lineup of four new Kube MIE subs ranging from 8 to 15 inches......»»
Some pre-Roman humans were buried with dogs, horses and other animals
Some people from an ancient community in what is now northern Italy were interred with animals and animal parts from species such as dogs, horses and pigs. The reasons remain mysterious, but might indicate an enduring companion relationship between t.....»»
Wolves are back in Colorado"s wilderness: Here"s why that"s great for Earth
For the first time in U.S. history, a federally listed endangered species has been reintroduced to the wild by the efforts of a lone state. Wolves in Colorado were not a mandate from Washington, D.C.; Coloradans voted for them......»»
Innovative screening can detect "cancer fingerprint" in dogs
Cancer is common in dogs, with some breeds being more prone to certain variations of the disease than others. Recent studies have shown that nearly half of dogs over the age of 10 will develop cancer, making early screening a crucial precaution for d.....»»
Newspaper heiress Patty Hearst was kidnapped 50 years ago. Now she"s famous for her dogs
Newspaper heiress Patty Hearst was kidnapped 50 years ago. Now she"s famous for her dogs.....»»
Chelsea vs Wolves live stream: Can you watch for free?
Chelsea face Wolverhampton on Sunday and there are several different ways you can watch a free live stream of the match in the US. Here's how......»»
French bulldog puppy spontaneously regrows jaw
A puppy's jaw spontaneously regrew after Cornell veterinarians removed a majority of his lower left mandible due to cancer. Although this phenomenon has been documented in children, this is the first reported case of its kind for dogs of any age or b.....»»
Study finds small, long-nosed dogs live the longest
Small, long-nosed (or dolichocephalic) dog breeds such as Whippets have the highest life expectancies in the UK, while male dogs from medium-sized flat-faced (or brachycephalic) breeds such as English Bulldogs have the lowest. The results, published.....»»
Man United vs Wolves live stream: Can you watch for free?
Manchester United take on Wolves today in EPL action. Here are some ways you can watch a live stream of the match in the US, including some free options......»»
Dogs in the middle ages: What medieval writing tells us about our ancestors" pets
In the middle ages, most dogs had jobs. In his book De Canibus, the 16th-century English physician and scholar John Caius described a hierarchy of dogs, which he classified first and foremost according to their function in human society......»»