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A fascinating project investigating pairing dogs and technology to detect epilepsy

Dogs' ability to detect epilepsy, is being paired with the possibility of using AI to mimic their sensory capabilities in a SFI-funded research project currently underway at DCU in partnership with Epilepsy Ireland.

Photo provided by Dogs for the Disabled Ireland

Fascinating project investigating pairing dogs and technology to detect epilepsy

Dogs' ability to detect epilepsy, is being paired with the possibility of using AI to mimic their sensory capabilities in a SFI-funded research project currently underway at DCU in partnership with Epilepsy Ireland.

Photo provided by Dogs for the Disabled Ireland

Dr Shelley Brady

Dr Shelley Brady is part of the team working on a fascinating, SFI-funded research project currently underway at DCU in partnership with Epilepsy Ireland.

The study investigates the possibility of training dogs to predict epileptic seizures and using AI to mimic their sensory capabilities

Dogs of the World cover

Lili Chin's book Dogs of the World explores how breeds originated, the differences bewtwen them, and features Lili's charming illustrations of each breed.

ManyPets Unveils the Naughtiest Dog Names and Breeds

ManyPets, a trusted leader in the pet insurance industry, has released its eagerly anticipated naughtiest dog names and breeds, showcasing the most mischievous four-legged friends. With data sourced from thousands of claims and customer insights, the findings underline ManyPets’ expertise in protecting pets and their owners from life’s unexpected moments.

Ryan Woodruff

Clear Path for Veterans helps veterans find community and connections one dog at a time. Their flagship program trains and pairs veterans with service dogs nationwide.

Clear Path for Veterans CEO Ryan Woodruff, is a Marine Corps veteran who began his career at Clear Path as a Peer Support Specialist and, during that time, received services himself as he transitioned from military to civilian life.

Research from MyPet.com

Researchers surveyed 2,000 UK cat and dog owners, and discovered as many as 81 percent think of their pet as the greatest love of their LIFE, while 41 percent see their furry friend as their child.

The study, commissioned by MyPet.com is backed up by industry figures, showing as many as 58 percent of dogs - and 72 percent of cats in the UK have not been protected with annual vaccinations in the last year and are missing regular veterinary health checks. Yearly

Detection Dog Ivor

Detection dogs have been used in the UK to successfully identify tree disease helping track down the deadly tree pathogen Phytophthora ramorum.

This is Ivor who was trained using a variety of detection training techniques including initial scent recognition.

Beetle

Beetle has enchanted Jill and family.

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Bryony and Jill in their Crufts outfits - we love it!

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288 - epilepsy detecting dogs and technology

In this podcast hear all about the fascinating project combining dogs and AI to detect and predict epileptic seizures to make life safer and healthier for people with epilepsy. Incorporating technology offers many exciting possibilities for the future.

189 - The Dog Healers and War Dogs Remembered

In this episode you can hear Mark Winik talk about his debut novel, The Dog Healers, and listen to Julia Robertson explain why she founded the charity War Dogs remembered. Plus there's the DogCast Radio News, and what Mischief the German Spitz puppy has been up to.

188 - Service Dogs UK and Roxie the Doxie Finds Her Forever Home

In this episode you can hear about Service Dogs UK, a fantastic charity which trains assistance dogs to support veterans of any service - military personnel, police, firefighters, paramedics and the coastguard - who develop Post Traumatic Stress Disorder due to their job. Also, listen to Dr Jody A Dean, a clinical psychologist talk about how her book, Roxie the Doxie finds her Forever Home, is helping children understand and talk about adoption and other family issues. Plus the DogCast Radio News and some thoughts on the alpha dog myth.

187 - Muffins Halo and Chorley Fun Dog Show

In this episode you can hear about Muffin's Halo for Blind Dogs, and what motivates people to enter their dog in a fun dog show. In the DogCast Radio News, listen to stories about the latest dog related research. Plus there's a new member of the DogCast Radio team!

186 - Maxwell Muir on wolves

In this episode you can hear trainer, behaviourist, writer, broadcaster and wolf expert Maxwell Muir talk about what wolves mean to him personally, their plight in a modern world, and his hopes for their future. Plus we have the DogCast Radio News.