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Jumping into canine sports
The field of canine sports and rehabilitation medicine is growing as canine sports become more popular around the country and dog owners see that…
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AVMA updates backgrounder on canine influenza
Correction: The original version of this article inaccurately stated that canine influenza may become endemic in Lexington, Ky. posted…
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USDA approves canine flu virus vaccine
The Department of Agriculture announced in June that it had issued a conditional license for the first canine influenza virus
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Canine respiratory coronavirus, parvovirus FAQs posted
The AVMA has posted online answers to frequently asked questions about two emerging viruses—canine respiratory coronavirus and
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Board reaffirms existing policy on canine devocalization
The AVMA is keeping a policy that expresses opposition to canine devocalization, with exceptions, despite a previous proposal to make the objection…
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Morris Animal Foundation awards $1M for canine health studies
Morris Animal Foundation announced Feb. 23 that it has awarded nearly $1 million in grants for 11 canine health studies. The studies are as follows:
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FDA warns of eye injuries with use of canine ear medications
On Dec. 6, 2017, the Food and Drug Administration issued an alert about reports of eye injury and irritation in people and dogs following application…
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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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Canine study challenges assumptions about joint disease
A study by an interdisciplinary team of researchers at Cornell University is challenging conventional assumptions about the lubricin protein and…
Dogs' social lives and disease risks - Tips for canine and human safety
Whether it's the dog park, doggie day care, boarding, competitions or training classes, mingling dogs with varied or unknown health histories can…
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Influenza continues to affect dogs
posted August 15, 2008 An outbreak of canine influenza in dogs in a Chicago…
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Use of antiviral drug in dogs sparks concern
Veterinarians' reported use of the antiviral drug Tamiflu to prevent canine influenza in dogs has recently caused concerns.
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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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American Kennel Club forms health and welfare panel
The American Kennel Club recently formed the AKC Canine Health and Welfare Advisory Panel, primarily to address issues of
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Health studies of Sept. 11 dogs ongoing
The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation and AKC Companion Animal Recovery continue their support of studies to
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Putting a price on Fido
Researchers use a method for calculating the worth of a human life to determine the dollar value of our canine companions.
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Heartworm survey responses encouraged
The American Heartworm Society is conducting a heartworm incidence survey to record canine heartworm disease cases
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Man accused of selling fake cancer cures, preying on grieving dog owners
A drug researcher previously convicted of killing his wife is now accused of selling fraudulent treatments for canine cancer.
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Taking on obesity as a disease
The veterinary profession should formally recognize canine and feline obesity as a disease, according to a position statement from the Global Pet…
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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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Programs assist pet owners facing tough times
Some pet owners are seeking temporary assistance to keep their companions through the economic downturn, and veterinary practices can refer them to a…
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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.
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Influenza research studies make progress
Dr. Cynda Crawford, a veterinary immunologist at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, has identified
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Client guide explains how to reduce health risks of dogs socializing
The AVMA has released a reference guide to educate dog owners about the health risks of dogs socializing.