Recessive gene linked to breed-specific hearing loss identifiedMarch 9, 2022Prevalence of hearing loss in Rhodesian Ridgebacks may soon be reduced, thanks to a new genetic discovery.
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Vector-borne diseases likely a higher risk this yearMarch 1, 2022Heartworm, Lyme, and other vector-borne diseases are expected to pose higher-than-average risk this year, the Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) reports.
Breed impacts diagnosis, prognosis of MMVD in dogsFebruary 23, 2022The clinical signs of myxomatous mitral valve disease in dogs vary depending on breed, which could impact a patient’s diagnosis and prognosis.
Core strength can ease risk of CCLR in agility dogsFebruary 18, 2022Breed, core strength, and physical activity participation all play a part in an agility dog’s susceptibility to the most common type of canine knee injury.
Adoptions are simply a hazard of the jobFebruary 18, 2022Instead of investing our time taking care of ourselves in ways we know we should, our natural inclination often leads us to lean even harder into our work—even when we are not being paid for it, even when it dearly costs us.
Dogs, kids, and cancer: How dogs are helpingFebruary 18, 2022When it comes to kids, dogs are getting involved in healthcare. Specifically, they are playing a big role in helping pediatric oncologists battle osteosarcoma.
Can you solve this puzzle?January 19, 2022Can you solve this Brain Teaser? A 10-month-old female spayed shepherd mix originally presents for hind limb lameness.
Canine lymphoma tablets OKed by FDAJanuary 13, 2022Dogs diagnosed with lymphoma can now benefit from newly approved treatment.
Dog survives 400-ft fall, wins oddest pet insurance claim of the yearDecember 20, 2021A brave and resilient German Shepherd has taken the top honor at this year’s Hambone Awards, presented by Nationwide.
Service, support dogs require specialized DVM careNovember 26, 2021Ensuring “dogs with jobs” receive the best care possible is the goal of a newly published industry resource.
