Lagos To Arrest Dogs, Owners Over Attacks

Following the death of a boy in Badagry area of Lagos State, Nigeria as a result of dog bite, the Lagos State Government has vowed to clampdown on stray dogs within the metropolis. Expressing government anger at the incident, Commissioner for Agriculture, Chief Enock Ajiboso disclosed that a dog bit the boy in Badagry and [...]

Give clients these tips on topical flea and tick products

Much has been made lately about new safety regulations for spot-on flea and tick products. After the EPA’s findings last year that adverse reactions from the products had increased, the organization has mandated new labeling requirements and increased monitoring for adverse events. Pet Poison Hotline has compiled information and advice for pet owners worried about [...]

Parvo outbreak runs through two Conn. shelters

Fairfield, Conn. — An outbreak of parvovirus in Connecticut has area veterinarians concerned that it might be spreading. In the last two weeks, two area shelters have gone into an emergency quarantine — one in Stratford and one in Fairfield. And veterinarian Patricia Hart of Southport Veterinary Center tells DVM Newsmagazine that parvo cases have [...]

Banfield releases new data on periodontal disease; top breeds identified

dvm 360 Portland, Ore. — The risks for periodontal disease increase 20 percent each year of a pet’s life, according to data just released by Banfield Applied Research and Knowledge. In fact, nearly four out of five dogs over the age of 3 show signs of oral disease, reports Dr. Jeffrey Klausner, DVM, MS, Dipl. [...]

Feline uveitis: A review of its causes, diagnosis, and treatment

Source: DVM360, Uveitis is a common and painful ocular disease in cats that can eventually lead to blindness. Uveitis often occurs secondary to an acquired ocular or systemic disorder; however, in many instances the underlying cause is not identified despite extensive diagnostic testing. As such, it presents a great challenge for practitioners with respect to [...]

IMULAN Prepares To Initiate Trials For Atopic Dermatitis In Dogs

IMULAN BioTherapeutics, LLC announced they are prepared to commence with regulated trials to complete work on the T-Cell Receptor peptide immunomodulator, for atopic dermatitis in dogs. Canine atopic dermatitis is a very prevalent condition in dogs, thought to affect up to 5 percent of the dog population. Clinical signs of atopic dermatitis include pruritus (itching) [...]

Gene-mutation discovery could help humans, cats with eye disease

Columbia, Mo. — A veterinary ophthalmologist at the University of Missouri identified a genetic link between cats and humans for two forms of retinitis pigmentosa (RP), a discovery that could lead to gene-based therapies benefiting cats and humans. About one person in 3,500 is afflicted with RP, a progressive deterioration of the retina’s visual cells [...]

British Veterinary Association Calls For Independent Review Of The Breeding Of Dogs

Following discussion at its Ethics and Welfare Group the British Veterinary Association (BVA) has called for an independent review of the breeding of dogs as well as the permanent identification of all registered pedigree dogs. Speaking today (Tuesday) BVA President Nicky Paul said: “The BVA believes that now is the ideal time to seize the [...]

Dachshund Gene Gives Clue To An Inherited Human Blindness

Scientists have discovered that a mutation in a dachshund gene called NPHP4 is involved in early onset cone rod dystrophy, a type of retinal degenerative disorder that occurs naturally in humans and dogs and eventually leads to blindness. The study is the work of Dr Frode Lingaas of the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science and [...]

Digging Deep Into Pet Nutrition – Advances In Understanding The Dog And Cat Genomes

While it’s no secret that proper nutrition usually means a healthier pet, advances in understanding the dog and cat genomes have opened new doors for veterinarians and scientists who are constantly looking at how nutrition can help improve the health and quality of lives of our pets.more

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