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Diabetes risk is shared between people and their dogs

New research suggests that if a dog has diabetes, there is an increased risk that its owner will, too. The special bond between dogs and their owners may, at times, be a bit too special, according to a new study from researchers in Sweden and the United Kingdom. According to this research, the owners of […]

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Answering the top 5 questions about catnip

The internet is rife with funny cat videos showing their reactions to a plant commonly known as “catnip.” What is catnip, does it affect all felines, is it safe for cats, and should humans use it? This Special Feature investigates these questions and more. Nepeta cataria, or “catnip,” is an herb belonging to the same […]