The music streaming site has also introduced a new podcast for lonely dogs.
Spotify has pawfect news that will be music to your pet’s ears.
The streaming service has introduced personalised pet playlists designed to match the mood and characteristics described by owners with some of their own music tastes.
Users can generate a playlist for a dog, cat, iguana, hamster or bird, and use sliders to determine features such as how energetic, friendly and curious they are.
An algorithm will then choose tracks the person likes which align closely with their pet’s traits, so music can be enjoyed together.
Neil Evans, a pet physiologist and professor at the University of Glasgow, said: “While there is a lot of scientific research that has shown that short periods of music can make dogs more relaxed, we have shown that providing dogs with varied auditory enrichment can be used to reduce stress and anxiety over longer periods of time.
“When dogs have appropriate auditory enrichment they may bark less, lie down and sleep more, and their body’s are in a more relaxed physiological state.”
According to a survey of 3,000 pet owners who stream music in the UK, around three-quarters say they already play tunes to their animals and believe they love listening to music.
The platform has also created a new podcast for lonely dogs designed to keep them calm when their owner is away from home, called My Dog’s Favourite Podcast.
Each episode features dog-directed praise, stories, affirmation messages and reassurance, with well-known voices including Ralph Ineson and Jessica Raine.
Dr Samantha Gaines, RSPCA dog welfare expert, said: “While nothing can ever replace the company and presence of a dog’s two-legged friend, research is increasingly showing the effect of music on dog behaviour.
“The type of music a dog listens to is important and research has shown that some music can help dogs relax while other types may have a less beneficial effect so it’s really great Spotify have curated and produced music with dogs in mind.”
ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — Notre Dame star Hannah Hidalgo was forced to remove her nose piercing and miss time in her team's 70-65 loss to Oregon State on Friday in the Sweet 16.
It was that kind of day for the freshman Hidalgo, who scored just 10 points despite averaging 22.9 per game. Her performance matched a season low in scoring.
The first-team All-American missed about four minutes at the start of the second quarter.
“It’s tough because you know I was on a roll and having to sit out for five minutes because of a nose ring is BS,” Hidalgo said.
NCAA women’s basketball Rule 1-25.7 says no jewelry is permitted to be worn during games.
“No, clearly I didn’t know the jewelry rule,” Hidalgo said. “But, she had told me that I could cover it up. Then, she said you can’t cover it up after we were already in the second quarter.”
So Hidalgo sat at the end of the bench as the training staff feverishly tried to remove the ring using tools.
Coach Niele Ivey said Hidalgo has had a nose ring the entire season.
“I guess it was a point of emphasis in the Sweet 16 with jewelry," Ivey said. “Just wish we would have known beforehand. Can’t control it, so we had to move on."
When Hidalgo came out, the Irish were down by two points. She returned with 5:51 left in the quarter with Notre Dame down 25-22.
Hidalgo didn’t score a field goal after re-entering the game until there were 57 seconds left. She made just 4 of 17 shots.
Ivey said the ring removal hurt Hidalgo’s flow. The two shared a long embrace at the end of the third quarter when Hidalgo was subbed out. Hidalgo was emotional all game.
“She said to not let my offense get to me,” Hidalgo said. “Just not let it get to my head because I am an emotional player trying to do my best, and she was just trying to encourage me.”
AP March Madness bracket: https://apnews.com/hub/ncaa-womens-bracket/ and coverage: https://apnews.com/hub/march-madness
Oregon State guard Talia von Oelhoffen (22) drives against Notre Dame guard Hannah Hidalgo (3) during the second quarter of a Sweet Sixteen round college basketball game during the NCAA Tournament, Friday, March 29, 2024, in Albany, N.Y. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)
Oregon State guard Donovyn Hunter (4) drives against Notre Dame guard Hannah Hidalgo (3) during the second half of a Sweet Sixteen round college basketball game during the NCAA Tournament, Friday, March 29, 2024, in Albany, N.Y. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)
Notre Dame guard Hannah Hidalgo (3) tries to strip the ball from Oregon State guard Donovyn Hunter (4) during the second quarter of a Sweet Sixteen round college basketball game during the NCAA Tournament, Friday, March 29, 2024, in Albany, N.Y. (AP Photo/Hans Pennink)
Notre Dame guard Hannah Hidalgo (3) reacts during the second quarter of a Sweet Sixteen round college basketball game against the Oregon State during the NCAA Tournament, Friday, March 29, 2024, in Albany, N.Y. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)
Notre Dame guard Hannah Hidalgo (3) reacts during the third quarter of a Sweet Sixteen round college basketball game against the Oregon State during the NCAA Tournament, Friday, March 29, 2024, in Albany, N.Y. (AP Photo/Mary Altaffer)
