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Petplan census shows there's a new breed of owner

New research released today by Petplan has revealed that at a time when marriage is in decline and the average child bearing age is increasing, a new breed of pet owner has emerged: women between the ages...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Fri, 16 Jul 2010 3:21 PM

New field study demonstrates Advantix repelling efficacy in dogs

The findings of a Canine Vector Borne Disease (CVBD) prevention field study, published in Veterinary Parasitology today, have demonstrated the efficacy of Advantix in repelling ticks and sandflies, thus...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Tue, 06 Jul 2010 5:59 PM

New research shows more health benefits of pet ownership

New research from around the world which shows tangible benefits of pet ownership on human health is being presented this week at the 12 th International Conference on Human-Animal Interactions (IAHAIO...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Mon, 05 Jul 2010 4:32 PM

Pet owners give up holidays for their animals

CEVA Animal Health has announced the results of a survey which found that nearly half a million UK cat and dog owners never go on holiday for fear of upsetting their pet's routine. In addition, the...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Wed, 30 Jun 2010 11:09 AM

500 docked dogs to prevent one injury

In order to prevent tail injury in one dog you'd need to dock 500, according to research published in this week's Veterinary Record . The study 1 was based on 138,212 dogs seen by vets at 52 veterinary...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Sat, 26 Jun 2010 7:36 AM

Pressure mounts for older people to be able to keep pets

A survey of more than 4,000 members of the public by the Pet Food Manufacturers' Association (PFMA) has revealed that 90% of people think that separation from a pet is traumatic for older people entering...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Fri, 23 Apr 2010 2:45 PM

Rabbits being sent to an early grave by ignorance

The lives of pet rabbits in Britain, the UK's third most popular pet, are being drastically cut short due to owners' ignorance and misinformation, according to a survey for Rabbit Awareness Week...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Thu, 22 Apr 2010 5:19 PM

Survey to raise reproduction awareness

Vets and vet nurses are being asked to take part in a survey which aims to help the industry get a better understanding of canine reproduction health issues. The survey is being conducted by Virbac Animal...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Fri, 16 Apr 2010 6:50 PM

Diet can reduce need for NSAIDs by up to 25%

Hill's Pet Nutrition has highlighted recent studies which, the company says, prove that feeding a food enriched with omega-3 fatty acids from fish oils to dogs with osteoarthritis results in a reduction...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Mon, 22 Mar 2010 1:00 PM

New research into benefits of Prilactone for CHF

A new publication into the benefits of spironolactone (Prilactone - CEVA Animal Health) has supported its use as part of first-line therapy for the treatment of dogs with congestive heart failure caused...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Wed, 24 Feb 2010 9:53 AM

Cats & dogs - there are more than we thought

A new study has found that the UK domestic cat and dog population is larger than previously reported by industry figures. Cats and dogs are amongst the most popular pets in the UK but it has been over...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Sat, 06 Feb 2010 1:00 AM

Bayer launches lungworm awareness campaign

Bayer Animal Health, maker of Advocate, has announced that it will be running its 'Be Lungworm Aware' campaign in April. The company says the campaign aims to help raise awareness of Angiostrongylus...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Wed, 27 Jan 2010 1:50 PM

Guidance on the use of fluoroquinolone antibiotics

European veterinary practitioners are to receive guidance on the appropriate use of the fluoroquinolone group of antibiotics in treating a wide range of common diseases in companion animals. The advice...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Wed, 20 Jan 2010 5:29 PM

Dorwest highlights seaweed in fight against obesity

Dorwest Herbs has highlighted research that suggests a highly rational mode of action for kelp seaweed as an aid in the treatment of obesity when used alongside a weight reduction diet. The company is...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Mon, 11 Jan 2010 4:56 PM

9 out of 10 vets say UK pets at serious risk of diet-related diseases

A survey by Hill's Pet Nutrition has concluded that nine out of ten vet professionals believe UK pets are at serious risk of diet related diseases, mirroring the trends seen in human health, and the...

Published Arlo Guthrie on Mon, 28 Dec 2009 9:37 AM

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