How Colourful Collars Can Help Reduce The Number Of Birds Killed By Domestic Cats

Rainbow coloured, high-visibility ruff collars for free-roaming house cats can reduce the number of birds the felines are able to kill, according to preliminary results from a study at the University of Northern British Columbia in Prince George, B.C. [...]

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How The Cat Gets Its Stripes: It’s Genetics, Not A Folk Tale

Folklore is full of stories about the coat patterns of cats: How the tiger got its stripes. How the leopard got its spots. And scientists ask the same questions, although not necessarily about large predators. The research may focus instead on something like the mackerel tabby pattern in domestic shorthairs. [...]

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Five Ways To Help Your Dog Live A Longer, Healthier Life

As anyone who has ever lived with a dog will know, it often feels like we don’t get enough time with our furry friends. Most dogs only live around ten to 14 years on average – though some may naturally live longer, while others may be predisposed to certain diseases that can limit their lifespan. [...]

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