Mazuri launches Veterinarian Resource Center Facebook pageSeptember 30, 2016“Mazuri has a dedicated staff of experts available to help address exotic animal nutrition and health challenges,” said Alissa Thielman, marketing specialist at Thielman, marketing specialist at Mazuri. “Through the new Facebook page, our experts and their insights are more accessible than ever.”
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NIH issues grant to further canine cancer researchSeptember 30, 2016The National Institutes of Health (NIH) recently awarded a $500,000 grant to fund a study aimed at increasing the understanding about the interactions between cancer and the immune system in dogs with naturally occurring tumors. The researchers will then apply that knowledge to the understanding of human cancer.
UC Davis seeks cats with chronic gingivostomatitis for studySeptember 29, 2016A new clinical trial by the University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine is focusing on stem cells to treat cats with chronic gingivostomatitis.
Early bird registration now open for WVCSeptember 26, 2016The Western Veterinary Conference (WVC) has released the preliminary program for the 89th Annual Conference March 5 to 9, 2017 at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas.
Saskatchewan vet college gets new learning centerSeptember 26, 2016The University of Saskatchewan recently celebrated the completion of the BJ Hughes Center for Clinical Learning at its Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM). The center was made possible by a donation from Bev Hughes, who has supported the college for many years, according to the university.
Harmful Algal Blooms survey seeks Ohio, Michigan veterinariansSeptember 26, 2016The Ohio State University is requesting Ohio and Michigan veterinarians to complete a short survey pertaining to Harmful Algal Blooms (HAB), commonly known as blue-green algae toxicosis in animals.
Kansas State gets FDA OK for pilot project on antibiotic useSeptember 21, 2016Veterinary researchers at Kansas State University recently received a $1.5 million grant from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to monitor antibiotic use in beef feedlots and dairies. The grant extends for five years at $300,000 per year.
NC vet college celebrates 20-Year partnership with turtle rescue groupSeptember 19, 2016The North Carolina State University College of Veterinary Medicine and the Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center recently celebrated 20 years of partnering to preserve and protect sea turtle populations. To mark the occasion, the groups held a special release of five rehabilitated turtles—two loggerheads and three greens—on the coast of North Carolina.
10th annual Pet Obesity Awareness Day survey held October 12September 16, 2016On Wednesday, October 12, 2016, the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) will conduct their 10th Annual Pet Obesity Awareness Day survey. The APOP is calling on U.S. veterinary clinics to record simple information for each pet that they perform a routine examination on October 12, 2016.
U of G to enhance infectious disease research facilitiesSeptember 15, 2016The University of Guelph recently reported that it received more than $30 million from the federal and provincial governments to enhance research and innovation facilities. The university will contribute $35.7 million, for a total investment of $66.6 million.
