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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Patient care, streamlined service at the forefront of industry partnershipMarch 4, 2022Improving patient care, streamlining productivity, and easing workplace stress are the driving forces behind a newly announced industry partnership.
Can you solve our monthly Brain Teaser?March 3, 2022Presentation: A 10-year old male intact pit bull presents for stranguria. Can you answer these three questions?
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.
Revisiting the world of canine raw dietsMarch 1, 2022Proponents of raw diets offer varied theoretical arguments for why they should be healthier than commercial cooked foods.
'Health-focused' breeding essential to improving overall welfare of dogsFebruary 28, 2022Veterinarians play a key role in educating the public on healthy breeding practices and, by extension, improving the welfare of future generations of dogs and cats.
Improved access to care, DVM hiring focus of newly funded start-upsFebruary 24, 2022A plant-based dog treat manufacturer, a job search platform for veterinary professionals, and a virtual database of pet licenses are among the focus of the companies chosen to participate in Leap Venture Studio’s fifth cohort.
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.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveA look at analgesia for enucleation -- with web-exclusive videosFebruary 22, 2022The surgical procedure for an eye enucleation is within the reach of any reasonably skilled surgeon; however, the pain during and after a procedure can be excruciating.
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.
