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Canine hybrids
The AVMA strongly opposes keeping as pets any hybrids of wild canines crossbred with domestic animals. The AVMA believes that commercial traffic in…
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Johnson receives award from AKC Canine Health Foundation
Dr. Gary Johnson was recently awarded the 2023 Asa Mays DVM Excellence in Canine Health Research Award from the AKC Canine Health Foundation for his…
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Canine welfare program certifies 100-plus dog breeders
More than 100 dog breeders have gained recognition through the Purdue University–based Canine Care Certified program.
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Study offers free identification of ticks from canine, feline patients
Veterinarians can send in ticks from canine and feline patients for identification free of charge.
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White paper reviews the state of genetic testing in dogs
The document provides a foundation in canine genetics for anyone involved in the care of and decision-making for individual dogs or breeding stock.
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AKC foundation awards grants to study epilepsy, reproductive diseases
The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation has awarded four grants to study epilepsy in dogs and two grants to study reproductive diseases in…
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Foundation awards grants to study tick-borne disease
The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation announced June 16 that it had awarded the first round of grants through its Tick-Borne Disease…
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Noted reproduction expert dies
Patrick W. Concannon, PhD, a pioneer in canine reproduction who conducted some of the initial studies on hormone measurements during the estrous cycle…
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When should we neuter dogs?
Recent research linking canine gonadectomy to certain cancers and joint disease has veterinarians looking for clarity about a procedure commonly…
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New listings in AVMA Veterinary Clinical Trials Registry – March 2024
More than a dozen veterinary clinical studies have been added to the AVMA Veterinary Clinical Trials Registry, formerly the AVMA Animal Health Studies…
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AVMA deliberates on breed standards, devocalization
A resolution submitted to the House of Delegates calls for the AVMA to help develop healthier breed standards for purebred dogs and cats; another…
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Hunting for detection dogs as demand spikes
Scent detection dogs are in high demand as governments and companies find more uses for canine noses and compete for the same litters. A few groups…
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New listings in AVMA Animal Health Studies Database – February 2023
Among the new listings in the AVMA Animal Health Studies Database is a study looking at OKV-1001, a new formulation of mycophenolate, to treat atopic…
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New listings in AVMA Animal Health Studies Database – December 2023
New listings are posted in the AVMA Animal Health Studies Database, including a study evaluating a monoclonal antibody treatment in combination with…
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AVMA honors four veterinary scientists
The Association hailed Drs. Yrjö Gröhn, Stephen White, Stanley Marks, and Mike Nolan for promoting animal and human health through their notable…
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New listings in AVMA Animal Health Studies Database
Below are some of the new listings of veterinary clinical studies in the AVMA Animal Health Studies Database.
Gonadectomy resources for veterinarians
Conversations are ongoing among veterinarians about when and whether to sterilize pets, and how to balance societal interests with the benefits and…
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Study links skin allergies in dogs to problem behaviors
Research supports calls for treatment of dermatoses in dogs and other animals, including management of environmental stressors
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Project intended to improve working dog breeding
Half of dogs that enter training to serve people with disabilities become service dogs.
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First IVF puppies born at Cornell
Researchers from Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and the Smithsonian Institution have solved the decades-long puzzle of in vitro…
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Phi Zeta presents 2021 research awards
Phi Zeta, the international honor society of veterinary medicine, recently presented the 2021 Research Manuscript Awards.
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Disease-associated gene variants widespread across dog breeds
Genetic panel testing has found that mutations or markers associated with disorders in certain dog breeds also occur in other breeds
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Society for Theriogenology
Society for Theriogenology annual conference, Aug. 2-5 in Fort Collins, Colorado
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Unlocking the genetic secrets of your dog
Want to know what mix of breeds your dog is? Want to know which hereditary disorders your mixed-breed or purebred dog is at risk for or