Researchers at the University of California-Davis challenged the theory that purebred dogs are more prone to genetic disorders than mixed breed dogs. They studied 27,254 dogs with inherited disorders over a five-year period. The theory that purebred dogs are more susceptible to inherited diseases … [Read more...]
New treatment shows promise in stopping feline peritonitis
Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), a viral infection of cats, is nearly 100 percent fatal. Now, thanks to early results on a new clinical trial, there is hope. The Morris Animal Foundation recently reported that researchers at Kansas State University, Wichita State University, and the … [Read more...]
Hurricane Safety Tips for Pets
Emergency Planning for You and Your Pet As Hurricane Matthew approaches the U.S. and the east coast of Florida you may already know this... but are you and your pet prepared — or are you waiting until the storm arrives? Hurricanes, like floods, brushfires, and tornadoes, can be frightening … [Read more...]
Radiation symptoms can predict pain in dogs
A technician’s hunch has led to a study that could help veterinarians predict and manage pain more effectively in dogs undergoing radiation therapy. A paper published in the May issue of Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia says that skin acute radiation score (ARS) shows a correlation with the … [Read more...]
Cat nutrition is top concern of feline owners
Nutrition is the number one topic that cat owners want to talk about with their veterinarian, according to a Royal Canin survey of 1,001 cat owners. However, the survey showed that three in five cat owners do not regularly take their cats to veterinarians. Compared to dogs, cats are three times as … [Read more...]
Canine Degenerative Myelopathy gene identified
Canine Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) is a neurodegenerative disease in dogs with similarities to ALS in humans. Previous research identified a gene mutation associated with the risk of developing the disease; however, not all dogs with the mutation became affected. A new study identifies … [Read more...]
September is Animal Pain Awareness Month
Behavioral changes in your patients can be a key indicator of pain. And this month is the perfect time to pay more attention to potential patient pain so you can do something about it. In September, the International Veterinary Academy of Pain Management (IVAPM), a multi-disciplinary organization … [Read more...]
8 Common Eye Problems in Dogs
A dog’s eyes perform a nearly miraculous function – converting reflected light into nerve impulses that the brain uses to form images of the world. To do this well, all the various parts of the eye must be healthy. Unfortunately, a number of diseases can disrupt the way a dog’s eyes function. … [Read more...]
Perineal Hernia
If your dog is straining to defecate it may be caused by an issue larger than constipation. A condition called perineal hernia can develop as a result of weakening of the muscles of the pelvic diaphragm. This is a hole or defect between the muscles near the anus and tail that can allow abdominal … [Read more...]
Cruciate Ligament Injury
Professional –– or weekend –– human athletes know all about the debilitating pain of knee injuries. We’ve all heard about someone going on the disabled list because of an ACL injury. Unfortunately, some dogs have to deal with this kind of knee trouble as well. A cruciate ligament injury in dogs … [Read more...]
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