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The nodules caused occasional itching and burning, but she said she had no other symptoms.

Shocking: Doctors remove live worm crawling under woman’s face

The woman told doctors the nodules appeared after she visited a rural area outside Moscow, where she was bitten repeatedly by mosquitoes.

25 Jun 2018 11:56 AM

Dogs tended to turn their heads to the left when they saw human faces expressing anger, fear or happiness. (Photo: Pixabay)

Dogs can read your face!

The right side of the brain plays a more important part in regulating the sympathetic outflow to the heart.

21 Jun 2018 2:36 PM

The increased use of titanium dioxide over the last five decades could be a factor in the Type 2 diabetes epidemic. (Photo: Pixabay)

Common white pigment linked to diabetes: study

The number of people with diabetes has quadrupled during the past four decades.

21 Jun 2018 2:06 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Research on dogs might shed light on human responses to food: Study

The behaviour had possible parallels with overweight people who see food as a reward.

17 Jun 2018 11:09 AM

According to research, dogs gravitate toward high-fat food, but cats pounce on carbohydrates with even greater enthusiasm.

Food habits of cats and dogs decoded

Study shed new light on optimal nutrition for the animals and refutes a common notion that cats want and need a protein-heavy regimen.

07 Jun 2018 8:59 AM

The viruses in the study were collected primarily from pet dogs presenting with respiratory symptoms at veterinary clinics and scientists found a staggering three kinds of swine flu in the genomes. (Photo: Pixabay)

Pet dogs could cause the next big flu outbreak in humans

Deadly new strains of virus can jump from pets to owners, researchers warn a new vaccine may be needed to fight it.

06 Jun 2018 11:44 AM

It's important to study dogs because the canine heart is a remarkably similar model to the human cardiovascular system (Photo: Pixabay)

Study suggests dogs born in winter may be healthier

Overall, dogs have a 0.3 to 2 percent risk of developing heart disease depending on breed.

21 May 2018 8:45 PM

The fact that humans and dogs live together and are exposed to the same environmental impacts point to a common source for the high risk. (Photo: AP)

Canines born in summer prone to heart disease: study

The breeds not genetically susceptible that wound up with heart disease in summer included the Norfolk terrier, Berger Picard, Havanese.

18 May 2018 2:58 PM

The three youngsters, all under the age of 12 were killed by packs of dogs in separate attacks on Tuesday. (Photo: Pixabay)

Dogs maul 3 young children to death, villagers take revenge by killing 13 animals

Villagers in Khairabad took law into their own hands after being gripped by panic over daily attacks that have left 14 children dead.

02 May 2018 4:15 PM

Not only that, studies have also found that parasite in cats' faeces may cause Alzheimer's and even cancer

Dogs may cause urinary tract infections, says study

Experts urge pet owners to avoid being licked by their animals, particularly if they have weak immune systems.

01 May 2018 3:19 PM

Study suggests series of questions that researchers should use in analysing the evidence that abnormal animal behaviour predicts earthquakes.

Study finds canines cannot predict earthquakes

The first rigorous analysis of the phenomenon concludes that there is no strong evidence behind the claim.

19 Apr 2018 8:13 AM

One user claimed that it’s a vampire like creature identified as Chupacabra which is a part of Latin folklore (Photo: YouTube)

Images of mysterious monster roaming the streets of Argentina goes viral

The creature that killed a pitbull and a German shepherd is also being compared to a camel due to its long neck and small head.

17 Apr 2018 12:39 PM

Pets have their own reason for following you to bathroom

If your pets are following to every nook and cranny of your house blame it to their 'pack behaviour'.

15 Apr 2018 2:33 PM

PETA India urges people across India to refuse to take blades, knives, or scissors to dogs’ ears and tails for cosmetic purposes.

Stop illegal tail-docking, ear-cropping of puppies, urges PETA

The cruel procedures were originally banned by the Veterinary Council of India in 201l following an advisory.

02 Apr 2018 3:17 PM

Now rent a dog to keep stress at bay!

The dogs available on rent will include stray ones rescued and will be trained by handlers in a manner that they don't mean harm to anyone.

01 Apr 2018 3:20 PM

Labs still lead but French bulldogs leap in popularity in US

The Siberian husky and Australian shepherd have jumped into the top 20 in the last decade.

28 Mar 2018 7:53 PM

Pampered pooches take to the sky in travel niche

Meals are served to both dogs and owners and after arriving at their destination, they are taken to designated pet-friendly accommodation.

26 Mar 2018 8:12 PM

As China's Year of the Dog begins, imperial Pekingese breed is scarce

Local Pekingese are perceived as having an array of health and other issues.

19 Feb 2018 6:50 PM

Here are some tips to design interiors that would please you, and also be ideal for your pet. (Photo: Pixabay)

Find out what interiors are best for both you and your pet

It important to create a pet-friendly home, while at the same time, ensuring that one isn’t sacrificing on one style and comfort.

15 Feb 2018 2:56 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixbaay)

China sees increased luxury pet hotel demand

People have started looking for better services for their furry friends.

15 Feb 2018 9:19 AM

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