companion animal research Archives

New research points to a strong placebo effect We take our knees and other joints for granted, but over time,…

Science says yes (at least for older cats). As cats get older, a common issue is getting them to eat…

Cats have an excellent sense of smell, not quite on par with that of dogs, but certainly one that greatly…

What is contrafreeloading? In the 1960s scientists discovered that laboratory rats liked to work for food. Rather than eat food…

What gets cats to bring less prey home. Cats. Born to be wild, obligate carnivores and relentless predators. Folks who…

Science says probably! In the time that we have lived together with cats (for the last four to ten thousand…

Our new study says yes. For the past few years, I’ve been working at the UC Davis School of Veterinary…

Owner attitudes are related to their own cat’s weight Recent surveys of veterinary professionals indicate that around 60% of cats…

How do the number and size of potential prey affect choices made by cats? Math — we all do it…

Most humans are right-handed (although as someone who lives with a lefty – DEFINITELY not all!); have you ever wondered…