Various studies have shown that around 90 per cent of humans are right-handed, while more males than females are left-handed. An international study published recently in the journal Royal Society Open Science adapted a test used for measuring hand dominance in humans to find out if dogs were similarly right- or left-pawed. In order to […]
Continue ReadingFor those of us that work with cats, we know that things can sometimes not go to plan and a scratch or bite can happen. In fact, this is probably one of the top enquiries we get from veterinary business owners, and one of the most common injuries that occurs in our sector. When asked […]
Continue Reading
Adelaide University research suggests daily probiotic and postbiotic supplementation could play a meaningful role in improving both gut and skin health in dogs, potentially reducing reliance on antibiotics for common dermatological conditions. Published in Veterinary Dermatology and Veterinary Research Communications, the study is among the most detailed canine microbiome investigations to date. Using advanced DNA sequencing, researchers tracked […]
Continue Reading
IDEXX Laboratories, Inc. has announced the Australian launch of its IDEXX Cancer Dx Panel, bringing early cancer detection capabilities into routine veterinary practice, starting with lymphoma screening in at-risk dogs. The blood test can be incorporated into both diagnostic workups for unwell patients and routine wellness screening, with results returned to clinics within two to four […]
Continue Reading
Australia’s pet adoption system is facing mounting pressure, with new data from PetRescue revealing adoption rates have fallen to their lowest level on record, dropping by more than 40 per cent in just six months. The decline sees adoption rates fall from a sustained level above 90 per cent to below 50 per cent, as cost-of-living pressures, […]
Continue Reading