Dogs Content

When Should You Neuter or Spay Your Dog?

Amy M Quinton — May 28, 2024 - 9:30am

A 51�ԹϺ�� Davis study updates guidelines for when you should neuter or spay your dog to prevent increased risk of certain cancers or joint disorders.

Can Golden Retrievers Live Longer?

Amy M Quinton — October 19, 2023 - 8:00am

Learn how 51�ԹϺ�� Davis researchers have found a gene associated with longevity in golden retrievers, a dog breed with a 65% chance of dying of cancer.

Zoonotic Disease in Dogs Rises in Southern Chile After Deworming Program Canceled

Katherine E Kerlin — December 19, 2022 - 7:51am

A parasitic disease in dogs increased in Tierra del Fuego after a deworming program was canceled, 51�ԹϺ�� Davis found, presenting a risk to humans and animals.

‘Unfold’ Podcast Episode 3: ‘How Dogs Could Help Doctors Find the Next Cancer Treatment’

Amy M Quinton — October 18, 2022 - 11:24am

51�ԹϺ�� Davis doctors and veterinarians are teaming up to help fight cancer in both dogs and humans.

‘Unfold’: Stem Cells and Surgery Used in Spina Bifida Trial for Humans

Dave Jones — October 11, 2022 - 1:15pm

Both humans and dogs are susceptible to spina bifida, a spinal birth defect that can lead to paralysis. In Part 2 of our new season of Unfold, we examine the first human clinical trial using stem cells and surgery to treat the condition.

You’ll meet one of the couples taking part in the clinical trial. They dropped everything and moved from Oregon to Sacramento in the hope that the stem cell and fetal surgery treatment would allow their child to walk.

Hear their extraordinary journey here:

‘Unfold’ Podcast Launches Season 4 Focused on Health

Amy M Quinton — October 04, 2022 - 11:00am

Unfold, a 51�ԹϺ�� Davis podcast, launches its fourth season. Its first episode focuses on treating spina bifida in bulldogs.

Lunchable: Visit the Hounds at the Library

Maria Magdalena Martinez Castro — July 26, 2022 - 1:43pm

If you are looking for a quick art tour, Shields Library has the perfect dog-themed art exhibit for any dog-lovers or people in search of some refreshing and interesting art pieces.

Using Artificial Intelligence to Predict Life-Threatening Bacterial Disease in Dogs

Amy M Quinton — May 23, 2022 - 8:45am

51�ԹϺ�� Davis veterinarians and researchers have developed a technique to predict leptospirosis in dogs through artificial intelligence. Leptospirosis is a life-threatening bacterial disease dogs can get from drinking contaminated water.

Most Dog Breeds Highly Inbred

Amy M Quinton — December 02, 2021 - 11:15am

51�ԹϺ�� Davis study shows most dogs are highly inbred, which affects health.

Common Household Noises May Be Stressing Your Dog

Amy M Quinton — November 09, 2021 - 10:00am

51�ԹϺ�� Davis researchers have found that common household noises may be making dogs anxious. Owners may be underestimating their dog's stress.