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.
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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.
AVMA launches clinical studies databaseJune 29, 2016The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has launched a database that will help researchers who are looking for animals to participate in clinical studies. It will also help veterinarians and animal owners that are seeking options for treatment.
Peggy Schmidt joins Kansas vet school as new associate deanJune 29, 2016Peggy Schmidt is joining the College of Veterinary Medicine at Kansas State University as associate dean for academic programs and student affairs, effective September 6.
Vet gives bullied fish a prosthetic eyeJune 28, 2016A fish named Kiwi wasn't doing well when he developed a cataract. His tank mates started bullying him. Kiwi was taken to Megan Baebler of Kersting Veterinary Hospital in Chesterfield, Mo. She removed the cataract, and then the eye.
KSU launches vet photo competitionJune 28, 2016Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine is launching their “Veterinarians Around the World Photo Competition.”
