Cat brains age like ours - and could help scientists to understand cognitive decline
Research on aging should consider diverse animal models like cats rather than relying solely on laboratory mice for insights into human cognitive decline.
Guest column | I taught rats to drive, but they taught me to enjoy the ride
Rats can learn complex driving skills through operant conditioning, revealing insights into animal behavior and skill acquisition.
Cat brains age like ours - and could help scientists to understand cognitive decline
Research on aging should consider diverse animal models like cats rather than relying solely on laboratory mice for insights into human cognitive decline.
Guest column | I taught rats to drive, but they taught me to enjoy the ride
Rats can learn complex driving skills through operant conditioning, revealing insights into animal behavior and skill acquisition.
Animal experiments followed strict ethical guidelines at Stanford University, utilizing 22 C57BL/6 mice across various experimental protocols.
Is YOUR dog gifted? Scientists reveal 2 key signs your pet is special
Some dogs can remember the names of objects for at least two years, indicating exceptional memory retention capabilities.
A study finds that dogs can smell your stress and make decisions accordingly
Dogs can detect and are influenced by the smell of human stress, impacting their emotions and decisions.
Is CBD Safe for Cats and Dogs?
CBD, non-psychoactive cannabis ingredient, showing promising results in treating pet ailments. Positive outcomes seen in case reports and rigorous trials with placebos.
Animal research is not always king: researchers should explore the alternatives
Technological advances can reduce the numbers of laboratory animals used in studies if carefully validated.
Your Body Is Awash In Microplastics - Should You Be Worried?
Plastic particles are widespread and potentially harmful, especially nanoplastics which can impact development in animals like chickens.