Animal ethics 2026.05.05 Dog training choices reflect owners’ ethical views on animals A new study from the University of Copenhagen explores how dog owners’ ethical views on animals are reflected in the training methods they use.
CAT BEHAVIOR 2026.04.23 Dealing with annoying cats The study investigates the effect of enrichment in the form of (i) non-food-related object play and (ii) food puzzles on owner-directed attention-seeking behaviour among companion cats with no or limited outdoor access.
INSURANCE 2026.04.17 Dog and cat owners’ uptake of health insurance and spending on vet treatment This study investigates the reasons for the uptake of insurance among dog and cat owners in different income groups in Austria, Denmark and the UK.
Ethicists’ commentary on how veterinarians should react to clients with symbols that promote hatred Ethical question of the month, January 2026 As a client is leaving the practice with their pet, the veterinarian notices the client has a visible swastika tattoo in a location that could have been easily covered. The…
Ethicists’ commentary on ethical responsibility of veterinarians Ethical quetion of the month, December 2025 You are a solo practitioner working in an outlying community who primarily services companion animals. You have skills and interest in equine work and have been approached by…