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A UC Davis study finds that dogs could be indicators for Valley fever spread in humans. Dogs that like to dig, such as this white and brown terrier mix shown digging in dirt, are more at risk for the disease. (Credit: Dr. William Zachary Mills DVM, MPH, MBA)

Dogs Could Help Predict Valley Fever Spread in Humans

by Amy Quinton
April 10, 2025

English Mastiff puppy stands outside on grass. A new UC Davis study updates guidelines on when to neuter or spay a dog to avoid health risks. (Claudio Gennari via Flickr CC by 4.0))

When Should You Neuter or Spay Your Dog?

by Trina Wood
May 28, 2024

Seven Golden Retrievers shown in a field. UC Davis researchers find a gene associated with longevity in the breed. (Jessica Hecock)

Can Golden Retrievers Live Longer?

by Amy Quinton
October 19, 2023

dogs. lay beside car at ranch in Chile

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

by Kat Kerlin
December 19, 2022

A german shepperd mix dog lies on an exam table and is being prepped for a cancer treatment in a linnear accelerator.

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

by Amy Quinton
October 18, 2022

Baby sitting on examination table

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

by Amy Quinton
October 11, 2022

Myrtle, a bulldog puppy, born with spina bifida wearing rainbow striped diapers.

‘Unfold’ Podcast Launches Season 4 Focused on Health

by Amy Quinton
October 04, 2022

two-standing-greyhounds-fleetfield-gallery

Lunchable: Visit the Hounds at the Library

by Maria Martinez Castro, UC Davis Media Relations Intern
July 26, 2022

White dog wrapped in orange blanket next to dialysis machine

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

by Rob Warren
May 23, 2022

A pug and a french bulldog being walked on a leash

Most Dog Breeds Highly Inbred

by Trina Wood
December 02, 2021

Dog leaps away from vacuum cleaner

Common Household Noises May Be Stressing Your Dog

by Amy Quinton
November 09, 2021

A collie dog in the sunshine.

Dog Coat Patterns Have Ancient Origin

by Trina Wood
August 12, 2021

A small grey kitten in a cage

California Budget Includes Money to Help Homeless Animals

by Andy Cowitt
July 28, 2021

Advancing Health Worldwide

Big Dogs Face More Joint Problems if Neutered Early

by Amy Quinton
August 13, 2020

A blunt-nosed leopard lizard on the ground.

Detection Dogs and DNA on the Trail of Endangered Lizards

by Kat Kerlin
October 30, 2019

Dog jumping in water

Dogs Fed Some Popular Diets Could Be at Risk of Heart Disease

by Amy Quinton
January 28, 2019

Bulldogs’ Screw Tails Linked to Human Genetic Disease

by Andy Fell
January 03, 2019

Vets helping dog heal from burns

Dogs, Cats Rescued From California Camp Fire Heal With Fish Skins

by Amy Quinton
December 05, 2018

Running Greyhound

Lunchable: Go See the Hounds Downstairs at the Library

by Karen Nikos-Rose
August 07, 2018

Arts Blog

Two dogs touch noses

Unraveling the Genetics of Disc Disease in Dogs

by Trina Wood
October 11, 2017

Service Dogs Increasingly Used for Mental Health

by Karen Nikos-Rose
May 01, 2017

A man holding a German shepherd-mix puppy stands next to a woman in a black coat and a woman holding a large box of dog supplies

Help Needed to Share Holiday Warmth With Pets of the Homeless

by Pat Bailey
November 17, 2016

Pet Hearts Can Need Healing, Too

by Andy Fell
February 11, 2016

Physicians, Veterinarians Team up to Fight Cancer

by Andy Fell
February 03, 2016

Companion animal patients aid scientists’ search for human health solutions

by Pat Bailey
October 07, 2015

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