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Researchers at Canisius College conducted a study on whether the relationship between two dogs living in the household could influence their behavior. They found that dogs who showed little aggression toward each other were more likely to follow each other’s decisions than dogs with higher levels of rivalry.

Assessments for potential guide dogs often look at temperament, ability to focus, and the dog’s responses to environmental stimuli. One factor not usually taken into account is how the owner feels about their guide dog.

Exposure to household pets from birth could reduce a child’s risk for allergies and obesity. A study conducted by researchers from the University of Alberta looked at infant gut microbiota to see whether pre- or postnatal pet exposure would have a significant effect.

In a study conducted at The Clever Dog Lab Vienna by researchers from the Messerli Research Institute, the Guesser–Knower task setup was put to the test. The aim of the study was to replicate the results of a study from 2014 and to test whether dogs could infer two informants’ knowledge from observing their gazes alone.

Researchers presented cats with multiple stimuli in the form of social interaction, food, toys, or scent. The cats chose people more often than any of the other options.

A recent review of trichomonosis in cats investigates what has been learned about it and the complications and frustrations that still persist. Researchers from North Carolina State University, while looking at studies that have advanced our understanding of trichomonosis, also consider what questions remain and the need for new treatments for the infection.

Dogs could help detect breast cancer through smell. A French group called Kdog is pursuing the non-invasive technique, which consists of a trained dog smelling a bandage that has been held against the affected breast.

Dog walkers want their dogs to enjoy their exercise. In research conducted by Leeds Beckett University, researchers interviewed dog walkers about their relationships with their dogs on their walks. The aim was to examine how humans share space with their pets and how they negotiate the walking experience.

Dogs can use tactical deception when the results will benefit them. Especially if there are treats involved. Researchers from the University of Zurich investigated a three-way choice task to determine whether dogs could mislead a human.

Researchers at Central Michigan University, following up research results that show a dog’s presence has positive effects on mood, tested whether the presence of a dog would also have positive effects on people in a work group.