Dogs can be trained to correctly identify certain prostate cancer cell-derived volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in urine, according to new data from researchers in Paris. These promising new data were presented on June 1, 2010 during the 105th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA). The session was moderated by AUA Public Media Committee Chair Anthony Y. Smith, MD.
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Vetsulin for Critical needs Dogs & Cats
FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine;Â May 5, 2010
http://www.fda.gov/AnimalVeterinary/NewsEvents/CVMUpdates/ucm188752.htm
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Free Canine Genetics Software
Canine Genetics Primer & FREE Canine Genetics Software
– Free program for predicting phenotypes of dogs based on known genotypes, and calculating mating predictions. From the makers of Breeders Assistant Pedigree Software
Cure for Inherited Day Blindness in Canines
Gene Therapy Cures Canines of Inherited Form of Day Blindness, Penn Veterinary Researchers Say
April 21, 2010
PHILADELPHIA- Veterinary ophthalmology researchers from the University of Pennsylvania have used gene therapy to restore retinal cone function and day vision in two canine models of congenital achromatopsia, also called rod monochromacy or total color blindness.
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Toxic garden mulch from cocoa husks
Cocoa Mulch, which is sold by Target, Home Depot, Foreman’s Garden Supply and other garden supply stores contains a lethal ingredient called ‘Theobromine’. It is lethal to dogs and cats. It smells like chocolate and it really attracts dogs. They can eat this and die.
Although the mulch had NO warnings printed on the label, upon further investigation on the company’s website, this product is HIGHLY toxic to dogs. Continue reading Toxic garden mulch from cocoa husks
poisonous plants listing
Seek veterinary assistance if you think your dog ate any of these plants and/or is experiencing the following symptoms: Continue reading poisonous plants listing
Response Products Voluntarily Recalls Advanced Cetyl M Joint Action Formula for Dogs
 Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – April 12, 2010 – Response Products, Broken Bow, NE is voluntarily recalling Cetyl M for Dogs, lot numbers 1210903 and 0128010, due to a possible Salmonella contamination from the hydrolyzed vegetable protein component provided by Basic Foods of Las Vegas, NV. Tests conducted by Basic Foods to detect Salmonella produced negative results; however, Response Products has determined to recall the above-referenced lots. Continue reading Response Products Voluntarily Recalls Advanced Cetyl M Joint Action Formula for Dogs