How cats and dogs are consuming and processing parabens


Many households can claim at least one four-legged friend as part of the family. But pets that primarily stay indoors can have increased rates of diseases, such as diabetes, kidney diseases and hypothyroidism compared with those that stay exclusively outside. Some scientists propose that chemical substances in the home could contribute to these illnesses.



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Prominent owner-breeder charged over alleged greyhound exports to China


Australia's largest greyhound owner-breeder has been charged as part of an ongoing inquiry into unauthorised dog exports to China and Macau.


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Mesenchymal stem cell therapy: Holding promise for feline inflammatory diseases


Stem cell therapy is acknowledged as having great potential for the treatment of a variety of diseases in both people and animals. The use of bone marrow-derived stem cells is well established in the treatment of human cancer patients, and veterinary applications for bone marrow- and adipose-derived stem cells are being evaluated.


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Pet abuse: Women lead global push to save hidden victims of domestic violence


A group of women from the northern New South Wales city of Lismore are leading a global movement to help the hidden victims of domestic violence — pets.


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Who's a good boy? Why 'dog-speak' is important for bonding with your pet


Scientists have shown that the way we speak to our canine friends is important in relationship-building between pet and owner, similar to the way that 'baby-talk' is to bonding between a baby and an adult.


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