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The 8 Biggest Myths About Dog Food

The Internet can offer a wealth of tips and facts on dog health. Unfortunately, it provides even more myths and misinformation. Here’s a sampling of dog-feeding urban legends populating the Web and the truths behind them. View the source article
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Science Daily: Dog News

Filarial nematodes taking a fancy to Austria

In Austria, the parasitic roundworms Dirofilaria repens and Dirofilaria immitis are usually considered to be unpleasant souvenirs from travels abroad. A preliminary study has identified indigenous mosquitoes as carriers of Dirofilaria repens, suggesting for the first time that the parasite has become endemic in Eastern Austria. Dirofilaria immitis, commonly known as heartworm, also appears to be on the verge of becoming autochthonous. The slow pace at which the parasites are establishing themsel
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Science Daily: Dog News

New insights into human rare disorders with dogs

Three novel canine genes for Caffey, Raine and van den Ende-Gupta syndromes have been discovered by investigators. Research reveals close similarities of the canine models of human rare disorders and highlights the potential of comparative research approach for the development of rare disease diagnostics and treatments. Gene discoveries will benefit also veterinary diagnostics and breeding programs. View the source article
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Why Labrador retrievers are more interested in food than other breeds

Dog owners tell their vets that Labrador retrievers are always interested in food, and new work shows there might be a biological truth to the claim. A study links a gene alteration specifically found in Labs to greater food-motivated behavior, describing the first gene associated with canine obesity. The variation also occurs more frequently in Labradors chosen as assistance dogs, and might explain why these canines seem more trainable with food rewards. View the source article
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