UC Davis vets save calf from deadly protozoal infectionJuly 8, 2016Brownie, a 6-month-old Jersey heifer calf, was had bloody diarrhea, lethargy and anorexia. She was diagnosed by her referring veterinarian with coccidiosis, an infection of the intestinal tract caused by an ingestion of parasites (coccidian protozoa).
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Veterinarian recommended solutions launches 'buy one, give one' campaign to help sheltersJuly 8, 2016Veterinarian Recommended Solutions, a Pennsylvania-based company is giving back to animal shelters across the country and asking their 400-plus veterinary hospital partners to join them.
Michelson found animals launches third annual 'Saving Pets Challenge'July 7, 2016The Michelson Found Animals Foundation, Inc. has announced the launch of the third annual Saving Pets Challenge. The 31-day competition, hosted through CrowdRise, has animal welfare organizations across the U.S. competing to raise money for their efforts, while working together for the ultimate goal of saving pets.
UF honors retired professor for promoting diversity in vet medicineJuly 6, 2016The University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine recently honored Louis F. Archbald, DVM, Ph.D., with the inaugural Champion of Diversity Award in recognition of his lifetime efforts promoting inclusion within the veterinary medical profession. Dr. Archbald is a UF professor emeritus of theriogenology.
Cotton rope makes collecting diagnostic samples from pigs easierJuly 5, 2016Veterinarians at Iowa State University have found an easier way to collect diagnostic samples from pigs: by collecting oral fluid samples from a rope that the pigs have chewed on.
CSU studies transdermal mirtazapine in cats with kidney diseaseJuly 5, 2016A new clinical trial at Colorado State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is studying the effects of the transdermal form of mirtazapine as an appetite stimulate in cats with chronic kidney disease.
Ashworth College launches online vet tech programJuly 1, 2016Ashworth College recently launched its new online veterinary technician program. Graduates will receive their Associate of Applied Science degree along with the skills and experience needed for a career in animal health.
USDA launches One Health web portalJune 30, 2016The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has launched what they're calling its "one-stop shop" for its One Health initiatives.
Komodo dragon thriving after surgery, thanks to Denver Zoo vetsJune 30, 2016When Anika, a pregnant 6-year-old Komodo dragon at The Denzer Zoo was lethargic and not gaining any weight, her keeper Tim Trout grew worried. She was taken in for an emergency exam and the news wasn't good: She had peritonitis.
Dog found with teeth growing out of earsJune 29, 2016It’s a sight one doesn’t see every day: A dog with what looked like four ears, and teeth growing out of her head. The dog, now named Esmeralda, was a stray and brought into the Oklahoma City (OKC) Animal Welfare in Oklahoma City, Okla.
