ScienceDaily (Oct. 5, 2008) — Dogs are often called “man’s best friend,” and rightly so. Consider, for example, that they never interrupt us when we talk, are always happy to see us when we arrive home, and provide comfort when we are lovesick. Since dogs became domesticated 15,000 years ago, they have worked with and […]
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A group of researchers at Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB) have discovered the origin of the mucinosis present in Shar Pei dogs, a hereditary disorder responsible for the characteristic wrinkles found in this breed. Shar Pei dogs have unique characteristics. The breed originated in the south of China more than two thousand years ago with
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ScienceDaily (Mar. 17, 2009) — Using a novel genetic technology that covers up genetic errors, researchers have developed a successful treatment for dogs with the canine version of Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a paralyzing, and ultimately fatal, muscle disease. Read more . . .
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Ridley, a 3-year-old Cairn terrier, aids in search for National Seashore turtle nest. When all else fails they call in Ridely to find nests so they don’t fall prey to coyotes or raccoons, or wash away with high tides. Story: https://www.nps.gov/pais/learn/nature/ridley-ranger.htm
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Some dogs lead the blind, others sniff out drugs or explosives. Wicket’s specialty is poop: grizzly, black bear, cougar and wolf. A specially trained scat-detection dog, Wicket is conducting science in a whole new way. She and a growing team of dogs like her are making significant contributions to conservation efforts in the West and