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Mountain Lions Adapt Their Behavior to Coexist with Urban Los Angeles Residents
Mountain lions in the greater Los Angeles area are adapting their behavior to avoid humans, primarily becoming more nocturnal to coexist with urban recreational activities.
Cats Communicate Through Unique Bacterial Signatures in Their Scent Signals
January 2, 2025
Recent UC Davis research uncovers how bacteria in domestic cats’ anal glands influence their unique scent communication, impacting behavior and social interactions.
Mice Discover the Link Between Cat Stress and Comfort Food Cravings
January 2, 2025
Research reveals the role of Proenkephalin in emotional eating triggered by stress, highlighting potential pathways for therapeutic interventions.
Pet Vaccination Hesitancy Mirrors Human Attitudes, Challenging Public Health Strategies
January 2, 2025
Research from Texas A&M University reveals a strong link between human vaccine hesitancy and attitudes toward pet vaccinations, highlighting the need for improved public health strategies.
Innovative Bio-Tagging Method Offers Safe Identification for Cats and Livestock
January 1, 2025
Researchers from The University of Tokyo have developed ‘bio-tagging’ with microneedle arrays for safe, visible, and permanent animal identification.
Newly Discovered Virus Linked to Widespread Cat Parasite Raises Health Concerns
December 30, 2024
Researchers at the University of Toronto have discovered a new RNA virus, Apocryptovirus odysseus, linked to the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, potentially worsening toxoplasmosis.
Rare Saber-Toothed Cat Fossil Discovery Transforms Understanding of Prehistoric Ecosystems
December 29, 2024
A Texas coastal fossil unearths a Homotherium saber-toothed cat, revealing insights into prehistoric ecosystems and a submerged corridor between Texas and Florida.