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Pet Owners More Sensitive to Perceptions of Distress in Animal Vocalizations
A new study suggests that pet owners are more sensitive to picking up on distress in the vocalizations of dogs and cats. The study examined the ratings of perceived distress in animal vocalizations as provided by over 500 pet-owning and non-owning participants. Among the vocalizations presented were those of cats, dogs, adult humans, and infant […]
Royal Canin Working to Make Shanghai China’s Pet-Friendliest City
Royal Canin has partnered with the Shanghai Municipal Public Security Bureau to undertake efforts to help the city’s homeless pets and to make the city one of China’s pet-friendliest. As part of the effort, Royal Canin will provide the city with assistance to provide shelter and medical services for its homeless animals as well as […]
New Study Finds More Evidence Linking Dog Ownership to Better Heart Health
A new study has found additional evidence to link dog ownership to better cardiovascular health. The study, conducted by an international research team lead by Dr. Andrea Maugeri, examined the effects of dog ownership on cardiovascular disease and risk factors among participants in Central Europe. The researchers found that, with the exception of smoking, dog […]