Sperm quality in dogs has fallen rapidly over the past three decades, researchers have found, in a study which could explain the purported decline in human fertility. The findings have highlighted a potential link between environmental contaminants and fertility – after scientists discovered chemicals which had a detrimental effect on sperm function in some commercially available pet foods. Researchers at the University of Nottingham believe that the study could help explain the reported significant decline…
Scientists may have found the answer to a worrying human sperm mystery
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