Publications
Links to external publications that are related to Belle Ayr.
BAER Hearing Research
Research project in collaboration with Professor Marie Abitbol, the University of Lyon and The University of Glasgow Small Animal Hospital
Exploring Cat Blood Pressure: Testing Across Generations
Research project in collaboration with Professor Marie Abitbol, University of Lyon, Dr. Judy Hao, Petgeno Laboratories and Robertson and Orr Veterinary Specialists.
How We Started, a Conversation with Petplan
In a recent conversation with Petplan, Belle Ayr’s Kristina Macaulay discusses how and why she started the cattery and why ethics and genetics matter.
Petplan Interviews Belle Ayr
Pet Plan Insurance interviews Belle Ayr about choosing and keeping a stud cat.
Copper Gene Mutation Identified
We contributed genetic DNA, across 4 generations which lead to the discover of the CORIN gene.
The gene mutation that causes the distinctive copper colouring in British cats has been discovered by Professor Marie Abitbol of the Université de Lyon.
Distinguishing Recovery from Remission in FIP
In collaboration and co-author with Dr. Diane Addie, we looked at identifying key markers that confirms a cat is cured from Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP).
This study provides a useful model for differentiating recovery from chronic coronavirus disease using acute phase protein monitoring.
Prevention of Faecal FCoV Shedding
Dr. Diane Addie, et al, have published a paper on the efficacy of using MutianX to stop the shedding of the FCoV virus.
Belle Ayr was pleased to provide the funding that enabled the publication of this research.