How to take care of itchy petsMay 18, 2017he evolution of flea and tick control has been impressive, while therapeutic options for allergic dermatitis—atopic dermatitis in particular—have made significant strides.
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Treating parasites in 2017May 2, 2017While part of the U.S. is under the misconception that harsh winters minimize parasite populations, experts say most of the country should brace for last year’s levels as well as continued growth in tick- and mosquito-borne diseases.
How to keep pet joint pain at bayMay 1, 2017Owners often bring their pets to their veterinarian when they notice their companions are no longer as active as they once were. These dogs and cats often overweight by the time they present to their veterinarian. If the diagnosis is osteoarthritis, the goal is to prevent any ongoing discomfort for pets. Often, owners ask if there was anything that could have been done to prevent it.
Diagnostic test for feline asthma shows promiseApril 18, 2017University of Missouri researchers have revealed a possible diagnostic test for feline asthma based on Morris Animal Foundation-supported research.
San Diego vet revives miracle kittenApril 4, 2017For animal workers and veterinarians at the Helen Woodward Animal Center (HWAC) in San Diego, rescuing dogs, cats and other animals can be filled with joy, heartbreak and sometimes both.
Mars releases feline DNA genetic testApril 3, 2017Breeders of pedigree cats are a finicky bunch, and why shouldn’t they be? A flaw passed down from parents to kitten can drop the asking price of a purebred with papers by thousands when a buyer comes knocking.
Common medications and household items that can poison dogsMarch 28, 2017The call came in. A 5-month-old pit bull was coming in that could have gotten into any or all of the following: Adderall, methamphetamine, marijuana, ecstasy, Ambien.
3 years into Million Cat Challenge, vets, shelters save 750,000 catsMarch 16, 2017It was an ambitious goal: Save one million cats in five years. The coalition of animal shelters, veterinarians and animal welfare leaders only had one thing to say to that. “Challenge accepted.”
Study: Universal canine vaccination eliminates human exposure to rabiesMarch 15, 2017MSD Animal Health/Merck Animal Health has announced the publication of a new study in the journal Vaccine, which demonstrates that universal canine vaccination is an effective public health policy for eliminating human rabies exposure.
Illinois vet college releases video teaching officers how to treat police dogs who overdose on opioidsMarch 15, 2017The opioid crisis sweeping the United States isn’t just killing people, it’s killing dogs too. Specifically police and other working dogs, who are exposed to deadly drugs while searching for them. Just like people, the dogs can overdose and die unless they receive immediate life-saving treatment.
