Published on: 2025-05-19 19:05:43
Doggy park lovers, beware: Researchers in Ireland say they’ve pinpointed the park hot spots where roundworms are most likely to infect our precious pups. Scientists at Trinity College in Ireland led the research, published late last month in PLOS Neglected Tropical Diseases. They tested soil samples from parks across Dublin and found that entrances were the most heavily contaminated part of the park, teeming with dog roundworm (Toxocara canis) eggs. The findings could help prevent these irritat
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What’s social, playful, and more likely to gain weight if it has a particular gene variant? Both humans and Labradors, apparently. Researchers in the UK have identified variants, or “versions,” of genes associated with obesity in British Labrador Retrievers. The bad news is that they found variants of the same gene, also linked to excessive weight gain, in humans. The good news is that both Labradors and people with the offending variants can prevent weight gain by following a strict diet and w
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Labrador retrievers are common pets, but they also work as service dogs, aiding people with sight or hearing impairments. Unfortunately, the breed is particularly prone to getting overweight, and this tendency apparently is more severe in Labradors purpose-bred for service. To figure out the reasons behind this, researchers at Cambridge University investigated potential obesity genes in Labrador retrievers’ DNA. It turned out increased obesity risk in Labradors was linked to the same genes and
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Scientists don't know exactly how wolves were domesticated into early dogs , but it's possible that they domesticated themselves by choosing to coexist with humans so that, a new study finds, they could be fed consistently. Then, these snackish canines likely selected mates that did the same. While the theory is nothing new , the new research shows it's statistically possible for the wolves to have driven their own domestication into dogs through natural selection . Archaeological and genetic
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Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . You’ve heard of roguelike, you’ve heard of Soulslike, but have you ever heard of Rootlike? Root Bear is one of those games that just perfectly encapsulates the spirit of Playdate ; it’s silly as hell, uses the crank and will engage your competitive side as you rack up tips from soda-dr
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