Recent research by Ron Schultz, professor and chair of the Department of Pathobiological Sciences at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary Medicine, has shown the newly approved Canine Influenza Virus (CIV) vaccine to be effective not only in reducing length, severity and spread of the virus, but also in protecting against secondary infections.
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ScienceDaily (Apr. 20, 2007) — Changes caused to bugs in the gut by restricting calorie intake may partly explain why dietary restriction can extend lifespan, according to new analysis from a life-long project looking at the effects of dietary restriction on Labrador Retriever dogs. AVMA CEO Offers Advice On How To Protect Pets From Heat Stroke During Summer Heat WavesThe American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has released a video warning pet owners about the record heat being experienced across the country. The video can be viewed here, YouTube, and http://www.avmamedia.org. Continue reading Heatstroke YouTube video from AVMA ..as Alternative Treatment For Dogs At Risk Of Thromboembolic DiseaseCompanion animals that have a long-term need for anticoagulant drug therapies may soon find help in a top-selling antiplatelet drug marketed to humans: clopidogrel, commonly known by the trade-name Plavix. 16 Jul 2010 The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is warning dog owners of the danger that the artificial sweetener, Xylitol, can pose to their pets. Xylitol is not considered harmful to humans, but if ingested by a dog the substance is dangerous because it triggers a sudden release of insulin which causes a dramatic drop in blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) and can lead to liver damage. Continue reading Vets Warn About Dangers Of Artificial Sweeteners Dogslife is a web-based epidemiological research project collecting information about the health of Kennel Club registered Labrador Retrievers born after the 1st January 2010, and who have been registered with the Kennel Club or had their registration transferred after the 1st July 2010. We hope to identify factors which may affect the health and disease of dogs in their first year of life. Only dogs registered in the UK are eligible to take part in the project. Continue reading Dog’s Life : for healthier Labradors Ticks as Predators Ticks don’t fly, and they don’t blow in the wind. They live in tall grass and either crawl up or fall onto their hosts. People who spend lots of time outdoors in the summer are generally told to avoid ticks by wearing long clothing or spraying on lots of bug repellent, but Dr. Thomas Mather (Tick Encounter Resource Center, University of Rhode Island) says neither is the best method of protection. Continue reading Tick resources |
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