Emily Swaim

Overland Park

Writer at INSIDER

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アンモニャイト、へそ天、ごめん寝… 獣医師が解説！ねこが眠る時に見せる10の姿勢とその意味

2 months ago | businessinsider.jp | Emily Swaim |Sorin McKnight

※本記事は、2022年12月30日に公開した記事の再掲です。ねこはからだがとても柔らかいので、人間からすると不思議に思える姿勢で心地良く眠ることができる。ぎゅっと丸まって寝ているねこは寒いのかもしれない。暖房を調整したり、温かいペット用のベッドを用意してあげよう。壁に頭を押し付けるヘッドプレッシングは自然な姿勢ではない。重い病気にかかっている恐れがあるので、すぐに獣医に相談しよう。ねこと一緒に暮らしている人なら、彼らがいかに独創的な姿勢で眠るか知っているだろう。空っぽの花瓶にからだをねじ込んだり、無防備にうたた寝をしたり、まさに自由だ。「ねこはストレッチをしてからだの柔軟性を維持するのが好きですし、その生理学的特性から柔軟で多様な、快適な姿勢を取ることができます」と話すのは、ペットの行動学者でロサンゼルスでトレーナーとして活躍しているFun Paw Careの創業者ラッセル・ハートスタイン（Russell Hartstein）氏だ。...
Meet the 25 Largest Dog Breeds Who Make Good Companions

May 13, 2024 | rover.com | Aimee Brannen |Emily Swaim

Nothing beats cuddling up with your dog, and many large and giant dogs have even more love to offer! Despite their size, large and giant dog breeds can make some of the gentlest, comforting, and loving pets in the world. Some large breed dogs may seem like giants, but these are two different classifications. Assuming a dog’s weight falls within a healthy range for their breed, giant dogs typically weigh more than 99 pounds (lbs), or about 45 kilograms (kg).
Great Dane vs Doberman Pinscher: How Do These Two Large Breeds Compare?

Apr 12, 2024 | rover.com | Emily Swaim

While the two breeds are certainly large, athletic, and even a little intimidating, a closer comparison of the Great Dane vs a Doberman Pinscher reveals their personalities and many other traits couldn’t be more different. To learn more about these two breeds, Rover spoke with the breeders Brian and Wendy O’Donnell of Stardust Danes and Dr. Jacqueline Brister, a veterinarian at Embrace Pet Insurance who has experience treating Doberman Pinschers.
Great Dane vs Irish Wolfhound: How Do These Two Giant Breeds Compare?

Mar 26, 2024 | rover.com | Emily Swaim

If you’re looking for a gentle giant of a dog, the Great Dane or Irish Wolfhound are both excellent choices. Let’s compare these two breeds so you have a better idea of which one suits your lifestyle best. Origins and HistoryBoth breeds are quiet and soft-hearted, but their ancestors were quite fierce. Great Danes were bred in Germany to hunt boar. They also served as guard dogs for noble estates. Modern Great Danes can still act as living doorbells.
Dog Dementia: What Are The Symptoms & Treatment?

Mar 15, 2024 | rover.com | Emily Swaim

Canine dementia, or canine cognitive dysfunction (CCD), is a type of mental decline that happens to aging dogs. Your dog may act anxious at night, have trouble remembering commands, or have regular accidents in the house. While CCD probably won’t shorten your dog’s lifespan, their “quality of life can definitely be compromised by this disease,” says Tracey Taylor, canine dementia researcher at the University of Adelaide and dog trainer at the Delta Institute.
Do Dogs Have Thumbs? A Dog’s Dewclaw, Explained

Mar 12, 2024 | rover.com | Emily Swaim

Every dog is born with dewclaws on their front legs. A dewclaw is a fifth digit, complete with a nail, that sits a few inches above a dog’s paw. It’s sometimes called a dog’s “thumb” due to its position on the paw. Dewclaws may look like an evolutionary leftover, but they’re actually important for a dog’s balance when they run. However, dewclaws need regular care, and if they get injured, your dog may need to have them removed. Read on to learn more about your dog’s dewclaws and how to maintain them.
What To Do If Your Puppy Has Diarrhea

Mar 12, 2024 | rover.com | Emily Swaim

Adding a puppy to your family is an incredibly joyful experience. However, it also comes with new responsibilities and care. Unpleasant things are part of the experience, from chewed-up shoes and incessant whining to nipping and tummy troubles like diarrhea. If your puppy is experiencing diarrhea, keep a close eye on them. Puppies are still building their immune systems, so you want to be sure to treat any possible illness quickly.
Wind turbines are annoyingly loud. The secrets of owl flight could provide a solution.

Feb 29, 2024 | businessinsider.com | Emily Swaim

Science Biome Renewables uses patented technology to make its wind turbines extra quiet compared to standard turbines. Biome Renewables This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers. Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? . Wind turbines are great for clean energy but they aren't perfect. One issue is how loud they can be. To address this, designers are using owls as a model for making their turbines quieter.
Do Dogs Think Humans Are Dogs?

Feb 23, 2024 | rover.com | Emily Swaim

Dogs and humans have lived side-by-side for millennia. Yet even though they have a long history as “man’s best friend,” your dog does recognize that you’re not a dog. “Dogs can clearly distinguish a species difference,” says Dr. Wailani Sung, veterinary behaviorist and director of behavior and welfare programs at San Francisco Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA).
Does Hypnosis For Dogs Actually Help Anxiety?

Feb 14, 2024 | rover.com | Emily Swaim

In 2015, a German spitz nicknamed Hypnodog wowed the audience of Britain’s Got Talent by “hypnotizing” humans. You probably know Hypnodog’s act was fake, and dogs don’t have the ability to hypnotize humans. But that begs the question: could a human hypnotize a dog? Surprisingly, there are actually professional dog hypnotists who say dog hypnosis can help pups with anxiety.