When Canaries in Coal Mines Became Labradors in Living Rooms: A Critical Look at Companion Animals as Environmental Sentinels
A New York Times article highlights emerging research using pets as "health watchdogs" for environmental toxins—raising important scientific, ethical, and veterinary questions that deserve closer examination.
From Raw Diets to Collagen for Cats: How Wellness Culture Took Over Pet Care
The New York Times reports on the rise of wellness culture for pets. From raw diets to longevity supplements, veterinarians now face clients embracing human-style health fads for their animals—sometimes with risky results.