Pet health insurance can reduce the financial burden of veterinary care and ensure adequate treatment for companion animals. In France, where 67% of households own at least one pet and 68% of owners consider them family members, awareness of pet insu...
The present study is dedicated to exploring key factors impacting US pet owners’ preferences for brand, price, country of origin, and health and nutrition claims as important extrinsic and credence attributes. Pet engagement and subjective and...
Beta-glucans are immunomodulatory compounds known to act as adjuvants in the beneficial regulation of various allergic conditions, particularly atopic dermatitis, as well as in the modulation of dysbiosis in patients with chronic gastrointestinal dis...
Brachycephalic dogs commonly suffer from breathing difficulties and other chronic health problems, yet strong consumer demand is widely reported. Whether the popularity of brachycephalic breeds persists across different contexts is largely untested....
Viper envenomation in dogs represents a significant medical emergency in regions where vipers are endemic. Despite its clinical relevance, detailed data on the haematological and biochemical alterations in canine viper envenomation remain limited. Th...
Protein-losing enteropathy (PLE) is a spectrum of gastrointestinal disorders in which protein loss occurs through the gastrointestinal tract. One of the underlying causes is chronic inflammatory enteropathy (CIE). Conventional therapies for CIE often...
This retrospective study provides an extensive evaluation of feline squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), comparing oral and cutaneous SCC, as well as different oral/cutaneous sites, with respect to sex, age, breed, and coat length. It was based on 4300 SCC...
Research suggests that older adults might obtain health benefits from pet ownership; however, results are mixed. Pet attachment is suggested as both a mechanism for the relationship and a reason for differences in the association of pet ownership wit...
Probiotics, prebiotics, and postbiotics are of interest for their potential gastrointestinal and immunological benefits in pet health. This study aimed to assess whether a unique blend of Bacillus subtilis, Bacillus clausii, Bacillus coagulans (Weizm...
Ensuring blood group compatibility is essential in canine transfusion medicine, and Dog Erythrocyte Antigen (DEA) 1 is the most clinically relevant erythrocyte antigen due to its immunogenicity. However, information on its prevalence in Mexico is sca...
In recent years, requests for animal-assisted interventions (AAI) from medical institutions and welfare facilities have increased. Dogs are the most commonly used animals in AAI. Dogs that pass the “therapy dog” aptitude test can work in...
The objective of the present study is to review the anatomical considerations, surgical techniques, clinical applications, and outcomes of myocutaneous and muscle flaps used in the reconstruction of limb defects in dogs and cats. Limb wounds in small...
In recent years, the socio-legal concept of emotional support animals (ESAs) has come under increasing scrutiny in the U.S. Widespread confusion about the legal status of ESAs versus service animals and concerns about misrepresentation have resulted...
Owner-led self-medication for companion animals is a growing global practice; however, empirical data from Japan remain limited. Framing medication safety within a One Health perspective, this study aimed to characterize Japanese pet owners’ us...
Fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) in canine patients is a growing concern for the veterinary industry. FAS affects the health of the patient while also increasing the risk to veterinary staff. Studies show that many veterinarians do not feel confident...
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We performed an histological study on all cases of canine skin hemangiomas and hemangiosarcomas that were examined between 2018 and 2020. Of the 446 dogs with skin tumors examined, 25 were diagnosed with hemangiomas and 24 were diagnosed with hemangi...
Raw meat-based diets (RMBDs) have gained popularity over the past few years. However, there is growing concern about their safety. The study objective was to evaluate the prevalence and characteristics of the pathogens Salmonella spp., Listeria monoc...
A nine-year-old, 10.5 kg, female-spayed Poodle-mix dog presented with a five-day history of vomiting and regurgitation. Thoracic radiographs revealed an area with increased opacity within the esophageal lumen. A ductal esophageal lesion with intralum...
In dogs, gut microbiome dysbiosis is associated with several health conditions, including gastrointestinal disease. Probiotic supplementation can support a balanced gut microbiome. This study assessed the impact of a probiotic containing a mixture of...
Despite the growing preference for cats as companion animals, beliefs and misperceptions about them are still common. Cultural and sociodemographic aspects can influence society’s attitudes towards cats, affecting the way they are kept and care...
Dog parents have a strong attachment to their pets and treat them as children. Similarly to the guilt experienced by the parents of human children, dog parents feel guilty when they have to travel or work long hours and leave their dogs at home alone...
Background: Abrupt dietary changes may disrupt gut microbiota populations and lead to gastrointestinal issues. This study aimed to determine the effects of live Bacillus pumilus SG154 or Lacticaseibacillus paracasei 327 postbiotic on fecal characteri...
Objective: To investigate public attitudes in New Zealand towards the euthanasia of dogs and cats and to explore the factors that influence these views. Materials and Methods: Data were collected through a nationwide online survey conducted in 2019 a...
Assessing dogs’ quality of life (QoL) pre- and post-adoption is crucial for shelters and rehoming organisations making decisions with far reaching and dire consequences for both dogs and humans. Making these assessments objectively and in a sta...
Antibiotics may be used for gastrointestinal enteropathies but research has demonstrated significant microbiota dysmetabolism, fermentation pattern alterations, and prolonged dysbiosis following treatment. The objective of this study was to determine...
Intervertebral disc disease is the most common disease of the spine in dogs and is a main cause of pain and neurologic dysfunction. This article reviews fundamental aspects of the pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, and treatment of di...
Background: Hereditary immune-mediated polymyositis has been reported in the Kooiker dog breed, associated with a 39 kb deletion and low penetrance. Approximately 10–20 percent of homozygous dogs and 0.5–2 percent of heterozygous dogs dev...
Today, the pet effect is a powerful symbol for advancing the understanding and acceptance of the human–animal bond in societal and policy arenas. The primary aim of this commentary is to clarify the concept of the “pet effect” and demonstrate how adv...
Environmental enrichment is crucial to improve welfare, reduce stress, and encourage natural behaviours in dogs housed in confined environments. This study aimed to use accelerometery and machine learning to evaluate the effect of different enrichmen...
Canine obesity, characterized by the excessive accumulation of adipose tissue, is one of the most prevalent nutritional disorders encountered in veterinary practice. This comprehensive review synthesizes current knowledge on the predisposing factors...
Associations between age-related diseases and behavioral alterations have been highlighted in previous studies. This study investigates the prevalence of diseases and behavioral changes in non-diseased and diseased senior cats before and after diagno...
The choice of what to feed is a significant decision for a pet owner and is complicated by the vast array of choices that are available. The purpose of this study was to investigate the feeding choices and practices of UK dog and cat owners. An onlin...
Antibiotics are commonly used to aid in the remission of gastrointestinal diseases, but usage may lead to prolonged dysbiosis. The objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of metronidazole on fecal microbiota, fecal metabolites, and serum...
Bile acids (BAs) are important signaling molecules in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and are associated with health and disease in humans and animals. Intestinal bacteria transform BA through deconjugation, dehydroxylation, and epimerization reactio...
Many stressors have been identified for shelter dogs, and while stress is a natural physical response, exposure to shelter stressors has been implicated in poor dog welfare including the formation of maladaptive behaviors that manifest as unappealing...
Background: In veterinary medicine, fecal microbiota transplantation (FMT) shows promise for treating chronic enteropathy (CE) in dogs, but standardized protocols for dosage, preparation, and administration are lacking. This study aimed to evaluate t...
In recent years, the European companion animal veterinary care market has experienced significant growth, with 166 million households (50%) owning one or more of Europe’s 352 million companion animals. This expansion is accompanied by a notable...
Plant extracts, such as olive extract (OE), have been used in human and pet foods for their biological benefits; however, no available data have demonstrated OE’s effect on palatability in dogs. The current study aimed to evaluate acceptance of...
Olive extract (OE) has been used in human foods for its nutraceutical effects, making it a product of interest for pet food. However, OE’s effect on palatability has not been examined. The study objective was to evaluate the palatability of dry...
Children with psychosocial, developmental or physical impairments benefit from equine-assisted therapy (EAT) in multiple ways. However, to date, the animal perspective of such interventions has received comparatively less scientific dedication. Thus,...
Human–animal relationships have long been idealized as universally positive, but recent studies highlight the complexities and contradictions inherent in this bond. This study re-analyzes previously published data to examine the nuanced effects...
Background: The growth of the older adult population calls for innovative and cost-effective ways of promoting their physical, psychological, and cognitive health. Human–animal interaction, including pet ownership, is related to positive and ne...
Several recent studies have reported a significantly greater prevalence of Clostridium perfringens encoding the novel pore-forming netF toxin gene in dogs with acute hemorrhagic diarrhea syndrome. However, the presence of netF in other canine diarrhe...
(1) Each year, thousands of students leave their pets behind to attend university, often causing separation anxiety and losing a vital stress-coping resource. While many universities offer animal visitation programs (AVPs), their effectiveness in sup...
Toxoplasma gondii is a protozoan parasite in cats that can be a cause of zoonotic concern due to sheding infectious and highly resistant oocysts. Clinical toxoplasmosis is rare in cats and can occur with mild to severe clinical signs or even fatal ou...
Animal shelters play a pivotal role in protecting pets in crisis and bringing families together. This paper adds to the work of Hoy-Gerlach and colleagues which outlined a three-tier framework for developing and training veterinary social workers (VS...
Service dogs (SDs) have been shown to provide multi-faceted benefits for autistic children, with some benefits also extending to family members. The main objectives of this study were to explore the relationships between psychosocial well-being, fami...
Background: The Dutch branch organization for pet products promised the public that it will improve the quality of raw meat-based diets (RMBDs) for dogs after several diagnoses of tuberculosis, brucellosis, and hyperthyroidism in dogs fed RMBDs. Obje...
The purpose of this study was to assess the practical implications of supplementing soluble fiber in the diet of dogs. Dogs with a history of managed or active chronic enteropathy were randomized to receive either wheat dextrin (fiber group) or malto...
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