Canine distemper
Learn the signs of canine distemper and see how to protect your pet against the virus.
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UC-Davis offers testing for canine influenza virus
The Lucy Whittier Molecular and Diagnostic Core Facility has developed a quick molecular diagnostic assay for detection of canine influenza virus.
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AKC Canine Health Foundation solicits research proposals
The American Kennel Club's Canine Health Foundation seeks pre-proposals for research on canine health. The submission deadline
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AAHA updates canine vaccine guidelines
posted April 1, 2006 The American Animal Hospital Association in March released a new edition of its vaccine guidelines for dogs. The 2006…
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$10 million gift will fund canine genomics research
A multimillion-dollar gift to the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine will establish a canine genomics program.
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Canine influenza spreads easily, often damages lungs
A recent study found that canine influenza virus spreads easily among dogs and can cause lung damage in many cases.
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AKC foundation launches Epilepsy Research Initiative
The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation has launched the Epilepsy Research Initiative
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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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Consortium to study cancer in dogs
Two private institutes have created the Canine Hereditary Cancer Consortium to study cancer in dogs.
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Merial closer to restoring full supply of Immiticide
Merial has found an alternative source for the active ingredient in Immiticide, a treatment for canine heartworm disease
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Learning opportunities abound at North American conference
Attendees learned the latest news on avian and canine influenzas, how to market veterinary practices, and more during the North American Veterinary…
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Immiticide in short supply
Because of limited supplies, veterinarians will have to buy a treatment for canine heartworm disease directly from
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Purdue veterinary school offering graduate certificate program in homeland security
Veterinarians involved in emergency response can earn a graduate certificate from Purdue University.
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Study: Dogs could be influenza mixing vessels
Findings from a new study imply that dogs could act as mixing vessels in which novel influenza viruses with pandemic potential could emerge.
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Cavanaugh succeeds Albers as AAHA executive director
The American Animal Hospital Association has named Dr. Michael T. Cavanaugh as its new executive director, effective Jan. 21.
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Sizable financial donations benefit Illinois
Three major gifts to the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign campus totaling more than $2 million will benefit programs at the College of…
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2011 veterinary achievement awards
The AVMA and American Veterinary Medical Foundation are accepting nominations for their 2011 awards for veterinarians and some
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Charities, pets to benefit from awareness campaign
An online survey is giving seven worthy charities, including the American Veterinary Medical Foundation, a chance to win $25,000 to benefit pets.
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Morris Animal Foundation funds $4.3 million in animal health studies
Morris Animal Foundation has committed to funding $4.3 million in animal health studies in 2007, up from $4 million
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California shuts down nonveterinary teeth cleaning operation
A California court approved a settlement Oct. 16 ordering a nonveterinary teeth cleaning operation to pay $150,000 in restitution for the unlicensed…
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Method improves test for heartworm infection in cats
Researchers from Oklahoma State University have identified a method of improving the sensitivity of serum antigen