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ATLANTA, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cascade Animal Sciences, an animal health start-up based in the United States and Australia, is proud to announce the launch of its first dietary supplement product "Neuro-Pro". Neuro-Pro is designed for middle-to-senior-aged dogs and dogs that require neurological support. It is added to their regular feed and contains a medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) formulation that acts as an alternative fuel source for the brain and has anti-inflammatory effects. Thanks to modern veterinary medicine and improved home care, dogs are living longer than ever before. However, as dogs age, they can experience a decline in cognitive function, affecting their day-to-day quality of life. This reduction in quality of life can be equally distressing for owners as it is for dogs. "Even with the growing awareness of geriatric care and neurological disorders in veterinary medicine through landmark projects like the Dog Aging Project", said Dr. Alice Edwards, Chief Veterinary Officer and a founder at Cascade "cognitive decline is still overlooked by many due to its subtle and gradual process. We hope to shine a further spotlight on this to ensure a better quality of life for dogs." Neuro-Pro's liquid formulation leverages the latest research in biochemistry and canine nutrition, containing decanoic (C10) and octanoic (C8) MCTs, which have anti-inflammatory effects on the brain and provide it with an alternative energy source, respectivel, as demonstrated in Image 1 below. . MCT-enriched diets have been shown to improve 5-out-of-6 measurements of cognitive decline in dogs within 30 days of commencement, with significant improvement across all measurements after 90 days. Furthermore, studies have demonstrated the benefits of MCTs linked to energy metabolism in dogs with epilepsy. In a 2021 study that examined the cognitive abilities of dogs with epilepsy, significant improvements in spatial working memory, problem-solving abilities, and owner trainability were observed secondary to the use of MCTs. In that regard, Cascade will also work with the veterinary industry in using MCTs as a means to support the cognitive health of dogs with epilepsy and to reduce the side of effects anti-epileptic drugs. According to Dr. Sean Hughes, a biochemist by training and Cascade's Chief Scientific Officer, "The brain is a highly energy-dependent organ that requires a constant supply of energy to function. Unfortunately, as dogs age, it is believed that their brains become less efficient at using glucose as an energy source, which can lead to a decline in cognitive function and quality of life." Dr Hughes added, "In addition to crossing the blood-brain barrier and being metabolised, the C10 fatty acids in Neuro-Pro provide neuronal anti-inflammatory effects. Neuro-Pro's formulation also contains C8 triglycerides, which, once metabolised, provide an alternative energy source for the brain in the form of ketones. This can help support overall brain health and play a role in preserving cognitive function." MCT-enriched diets in dogs and humans mimic some of the well-documented neurological and metabolic benefits of a ketogenic diet and fasting (such as those mentioned above). However, in contrast to MCT supplementation, ketogenic diets and fasting have inflexible, unsustainable, and sometimes dangerous requirements. Regarding the need for easy-to-incorporate tools that are preventative and support cognitive health in dogs, Dr. Edwards noted that "Cascade's sole focus is to provide veterinarians and dog owners with a simple way to achieve better brain health - and thereby improved quality of life. We see Neuro-Pro as a game changer for dog owners as it can be easily incorporated into a dogs' preferred diet, meaning that owners do not need to overhaul their feeding regime. We are thrilled to bring this to market and to offer a new way to support both canine neurological health and quality of life, particularly for senior dogs." About Neuro-Pro: Neuro-Pro is suitable for use in dogs of all breeds and sizes and comes in an easy-to-administer liquid formulation that is added to regular feed. It is available for sale in the USA directly from Cascade's website (www.cascadeanimalsciences.com) and to Australia and the U.K. through international shipping. About Cascade Animal Sciences: Cascade Animal Sciences is an animal health company focused on making cognitive health in dogs more accessible, through dietary supplements such as its flagship product "Neuro-Pro". Media Contact: Tim Gibney, Cascade Animal Sciences (+614 38078 245); tgibney@cascadevetsci.com
"The Animal Welfare-Friendly" Biometric Pet Identification App Expands to Canada TORONTO, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Petnow Inc. is thrilled to announce the launch of its AI-driven biometric identification app in Canada, with a special feature for cats, making it the first of its kind globally. The company will be showcasing its innovative solution at Collision Conference 2023, where it has also been shortlisted for the prestigious PITCH event. Petnow app is newly launched in Canada. Petnow's app utilizes advanced technology to identify dogs through unique nose prints, similar to fingerprints. Building on this success, the company has further developed the app to include identification capabilities for cats, enhancing its ability to serve pet households. By partnering with pet insurance providers, government animal control departments, and other pet services, Petnow aims to provide comprehensive benefits and seamless pet management experiences. Dr. Jesse Joonho Lim, CEO of Petnow Inc., expressed his excitement, stating, "We are honored to be selected as one of the featured startups at Collision Conference 2023 and to expand our presence to Canada, adding to our supported regions. We are eager to connect with industry players who share our vision of enhancing pet identification." He also shared, "Our Canadian app launch marks our expansion into the North American market, following the successful launch of our app in the United States in December last year." Hailing from South Korea, Petnow's mission to create a world without lost animals has garnered international attention. The Petnow app has received accolades, including the Best of Innovation award at CES 2022, and has been featured in prominent media outlets such as BBC, CBS, Reuters, and Fox News. Petnow extends a warm welcome to potential partners, journalists, and all pet enthusiasts at booth SU 4.5 PS10 during Collision Conference 2023, taking place in Toronto from June 26th to June 29th. *For submission of inquiries, filling out the form at the link below will be responded to within 48 to 72 hours.https://petnow.io/en/contact-v2/
BEIJING, June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- An interview with Sun Wanlu, editor of China.org.cn, on the international cooperation on Pandas:   Yaya, China's friendship envoy panda that traversed the Pacific to America 20 years ago, recently came back to China. Along with her return, pandas have once again become a viral hit around the world. In the past few decades, every panda that has lived outside China has captured the attention of countless people. These envoy pandas are a carrier of love for the animal from people all over the globe, and also lay witness to the communication and cooperation between China and other countries. Just right here in the Dujiangyan Base of China Conservation and Research Center for Giant Panda (the Center), many pandas live their own stories. In 1996, Baiyun and her male companion Shishi left for San Diego Zoo in the U.S. They were among the first batch of pandas that China sent to other countries for science and research cooperation. Back then, the two countries carried out many cases of interesting and cutting-edge research based on the programs China launched, supported by America's experience in animal nutrition and animal behavior studies. For example, in some online video clips, we can sometimes hear pandas baaing like sheep or chirping like birds, meaning they are rutting — that's just an example of one takeaway from the two countries' cooperation back then. There is also gossip about Baiyun. It is said, when Baiyun was younger, she had a fiery temper. One time when she was in rutting season, her male companion Shishi was totally frigid, sitting there idly eating his food. So Baiyun went right on and gave Shishi a punch… Fortunately, later on, some Chinese experts went to America with artificial insemination techniques for pandas which enabled Baiyun gave birth to her cub Huamei. Huamei is the first giant panda that survived her birth in America, as well as the first panda born outside China that returned to her home country later. Her name Huamei, meaning China and America, bears the goodwill of China-U.S. cooperation. In these years, research staff from China have conquered "the trinity" of challenges for captivated pandas, namely challenges for rutting, for mating and conception, and for cub survival. Techniques to tackle these problems were introduced to other countries, and further integrated with local studies and techniques, enabling considerably more pandas to breed outside China. We just mentioned that Baiyun wasn't satisfied with Shishi, so in 2003, the Center selected another Mr. Right for Baiyun and sent him to America, and that is Gaogao. The couple ended up breeding five cubs in America, all by spontaneous mating. Every year or two, a new zoo would appear on the list of zoos that partnered with China on the conservation and research of giant pandas. Currently, China is working with 22 zoos in 19 countries. Dialogue and collaboration in behavioral studies, breeding and deliveries, and rearing management are all important elements in giant panda conservation. Six years ago, I talked about the giant pandas' special contribution to China's diplomacy in a previous episode. Today, I learned more about cooperation on pandas' conservation and research, offering me a peek into the changes and developments in cooperation on pandas between China and other countries. For both China and the receiver countries, giant pandas are beyond a symbol of friendship — it is more of an icon of rare species, and a kaleidoscope that epitomizes humanity's joint efforts for protecting the ecological environment and building a community of life for man and nature. China Mosaic http://chinamosaic.china.com.cn/index.htmWe're with pandas! Got some panda stories for you!http://www.china.org.cn/video/2023-06/16/content_87775022.htm
WASHINGTON, June 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Working with recognized, independent scientists, the National Association for Biomedical Research (NABR) filed a petition today with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) challenging the recent designation of the long-tailed macaque (Cynomolgus macaque) as endangered under IUCN listing criteria. This designation is a result of improperly used data that do not support species listing as endangered. NABR calls for an immediate review. National Association for Biomedical Research President Matthew R. Bailey said: "Nonhuman primates make up less than 0.5% of all animals in research, yet they play a critical role in developing new drugs, devices and vaccines for people and for pets. Tens of thousands of drugs and therapeutics may never make it through the research and development pipeline without long-tailed macaques in research. The listing of long-tailed macaques and any ensuing importation restrictions must be based on the best available scientific evidence. Arbitrary restrictions imposed on the importation of long-tailed macaques could jeopardize millions of human lives and threaten global public health." "The listing of the long-tailed macaque as endangered by the IUCN sets a dangerous precedent because this determination is not based on peer-reviewed scientific information. This is particularly troubling because arbitrary actions like this make life-saving medical research even more difficult to conduct in the U.S. and other countries." The IUCN assessment completed in 2022 fails to present scientific evidence supporting reclassification of the long-tailed macaque from vulnerable to endangered. The IUCN assessment contains numerous errors and misstatements, and does not provide actual evidence of species declines compared to past evaluations. Nonhuman primates are currently irreplaceable in neuroscience, neurodegenerative disorders, infectious diseases, immunotherapy, reproduction, aging, chronic inflammatory disease and other areas of science. Since nonhuman primates and humans share between 93% and 98% of the same DNA, have similar brain anatomies, and share similar body systems, they are a key to biomedical research discoveries that yield new drugs, vaccines and biologics. The overwhelming majority of drugs on the market today relied on safety and efficacy data from multiple animal models before being allowed to move to human clinical trials as demonstrated by the Foundation for Biomedical Research's top 25 drugs and animal models study. National Association for Biomedical Research President Matthew R. Bailey will testify before the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora Animals Committee meeting in Geneva on Monday, June 19, 2023, calling for a review of the endangered listing. BACKGROUND Long-tailed macaques are used extensively in medical research to develop drugs in the United States. The National Academies report Nonhuman Primate Models in Biomedical Research: State of the Science and Future Needs (2023) emphasizes that animal testing followed by human clinical trials currently remains the best way to examine complex physiological, neuroanatomical, reproductive, developmental and cognitive effects of drugs to determine if they are safe and effective for market approval. The major regulatory agencies across the world, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the European Medicines Agency, require most new drugs and biologics to be evaluated for measures of safety and efficacy with rodent and non-rodent animal models, including nonhuman primates, before human clinical trials can safely begin. On March 7, 2022, the IUCN determined that the long-tailed macaque should be considered "endangered" under IUCN criteria. The basis for this determination is outlined in an assessment completed by M.F. Hansen and other contributors (Hansen et al. 2022). On June 15, 2023, NABR filed a petition with the IUCN challenging the change in listing status. Scientists involved in drafting the petition note the lack of data to support the recent status determination. In its review of Hansen et al. (2022) the petition notes that scientific literature referenced is often misinterpreted and such information does not demonstrate that the long-tailed macaque has declined. The filing of this petition by NABR triggers a scientific review by the IUCN. During this review, scientists will review the best available scientific information to determine the status of the long-tailed macaque under IUCN criteria. At the conclusion of this process, the IUCN will announce its findings, and any changes in listing status. About the National Association for Biomedical Research Founded in 1979, the National Association for Biomedical Research (NABR) is the only 501(c)(6) nonprofit association dedicated to sound public policy for the humane use of animals in biomedical research, education and testing. Members include more than 340 universities, medical and veterinary schools, teaching hospitals, pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, patient groups, and academic and professional societies who rely on humane and responsible animal research to advance global human and animal health. Learn more about us at www.nabr.org. Contact: Eva Maciejewskiemaciejewski@nabr.org(202) 967-8305
SYDNEY, June 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- To mark World Ocean Day, new figures from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) show that ending overfishing could help protect both people and planet by providing essential nutrients that help prevent serious and life-threatening health conditions experienced by millions of Aussies. The not-for-profit's analysis found that globally, 38 million people are missing out on healthy levels of essential Omega-3 fatty acids (DHA and EPA), which are mainly found in seafood and could have their daily requirements met if the ocean was fished more sustainably. This could help reduce deaths from heart disease and strokes, Australia's first and third biggest underlying causes of death. Kuti has been a rich source of protein for the Ngarrindjeri people for thousands of years. Credit Jason Thomas - The Marine Stewardship Council Currently, the Australian public doesn't eat enough fish and seafood. Data from a YouGov survey of Australian consumers commissioned by the MSC shows that over half of Australian adults (55%) eat less than the government's recommended guideline to eat seafood twice a week or more. Anne Gabriel, MSC's Oceania Program Director, said: "If more fisheries are managed sustainably, we can ensure that Aussies can continue to consume seafood in the longer term while keeping our ocean thriving with life and diversity at the same time. We know from research that most Aussies want to choose food that is both good for them and the environment, emphasising the importance of raising collective awareness and education on sustainable seafood. Over half of the wild-caught fish in Australia are MSC certified across a wide range of species due to the impressive commitment from local fisheries and communities such as the Western Australia Rock Lobster, Goolwa Pipis, Fremantle Octopus, and the Northern Prawn Fisheries' Banana Prawns, to name a few. Whether imported or local, Aussies can ensure they are making the right choice both for themselves and the environment simply by looking for the MSC blue fish tick label." With more than a third of the world's fish stocks now fished beyond their sustainable limits, the MSC stresses the importance of eating certified sustainable seafood as a way not only to ensure the nutritional benefits of increased catches are realised but also to protect vital ocean ecosystems. In Australia, around 12 per cent of women, eight per cent of pre-school-aged children, and 20 per cent of people over 85 years suffer from B12 deficiency, leading to poor memory, fatigue and cognitive impairment.
ZAANDAM, Netherlands, June 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Major European retailer Ahold Delhaize has set a target timeline for shifting 100% of the eggs sold in its stores in Indonesia to cage-free. The company's Super Indo grocery banner, a joint venture between Ahold Delhaize and Indonesian conglomerate Salim Group, is the largest supermarket chain in Indonesia, with over 200 stores across the country. Ahold Delhaize's aims to transition all eggs sold in its Indonesia stores to cage-free by 2035. "Since March 2021, Ahold Delhaize's joint venture Super Indo has added cage-free eggs to its assortment in all its stores, supported by a comprehensive customer education campaign to help customers understand the benefits of cage-free eggs," the company stated in its updated animal welfare policy. "We would use our best commercially reasonable effort to offer 100% cage-free shell chicken eggs by 2035." The company noted that reaching its goal on time will depend on several factors, including securing sufficient supply of cage-free eggs and remaining compliant with local laws and regulations. Investor Relations Manager Sophie Ho confirmed to investors via email Ahold Delhaize's goal of shifting all eggs sold in Super Indo stores to cage-free by 2035, pending these factors. Ahold Delhaize is the latest company to join over eighty local and international food companies in Indonesia that have set timelines for transitioning to the use of only cage-free eggs. "In publicizing its new policy goal of selling only cage-free eggs in Indonesia by 2035, Ahold Delhaize joins a growing list of retailers in Asia that have set timelines to go fully-cage free," said Kirsty Tuxford, Corporate Engagement Manager at the nonprofit Lever Foundation, which has worked with Ahold Delhaize and Super Indo on the issue for the past several years. Ahold's announcement follows cage-free commitments made recently by top Malaysian retailers MYDIN and AEON Malaysia, as well as commitments made in recent years by other retailers across Asia including MetroMart, Tesco Lotus, CircleK, Auchan, Costco, METRO, City Super, Marks&Spencer and ALDI. About Lever FoundationLever Foundation is a global NGO that works with leading food companies in Asia to help them upgrade their protein sourcing for a more humane, safe and sustainable supply chain, with a focus on upgraded animal protein and alternative protein. CONTACT Ilaria Bertini, ilaria@leverfoundation.org
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