Jul 1, 2011
By:
Stephanie Skernivitz
National Report — In the world of sheltering, dogs are definitely faring better than cats.
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Jul 1, 2011
By:
Stephanie Skernivitz
Davis, Calif. — A new DNA test created by the University of California, Davis, Veterinary Genetics Laboratory helps measure the risk of pug dogs developing necrotizing meningoencephalitis (NME).
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Jul 1, 2011
By:
Stephanie Skernivitz
Bloomington, Ind. — Flame-retardant concentrations are five to 10 times higher in dogs than in humans.
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Jun 1, 2011
By:
Stephanie Skernivitz
Gainesville, Fla. — Fibrocartilaginous embolism, referred to as spinal-cord stroke, may be increasing in incidence in certain dogs.
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Jun 1, 2011
By:
Stephanie Skernivitz
North Grafton, Mass. — Dog owners often assume that pet food for senior dogs is tailored to the nutritional needs of the older pet, possibly offering reduced calories or age-specific nutrients. But results of a new study indicate the nutritional value of food targeted to older dogs can vary widely from brand to brand.
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Jun 1, 2011
By:
Stephanie Skernivitz
London — The British Veterinary Medical Association and the Federation of Veterinarians of Europe were effective in thwarting a move by members of the European Paliament to limit veterinarians' access to sell veterinary medicines directly to farmers and other animal owners.
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May 1, 2011
By:
Stephanie Skernivitz
Fort Pierce, Fla. — The media spotlight once again shone on veterinary medicine in a less-than-traditional way.
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May 1, 2011
By:
Stephanie Skernivitz
Topeka, Kan. — It was designed to protect veterinary/client confidentiality, but pushback from the state veterinary board may table a state bill's chances to move forward this year.
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Apr 1, 2011
By:
Stephanie Skernivitz
National Report — Prices are rising across the board, from food to gas. What do these escalating costs mean to veterinarians?
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