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Apr 23 2020
World Veterinary Day
In April 1863, Professor John Gamgee initiated a meeting of veterinarians and professors of veterinary medicine from all over Europe. This conference attracted 103 veterinary professionals from 10…
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Apr 16 2020
Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs Month
As we transition from winter to spring and summer—and since April is Prevent Lyme Disease in Dogs Month—it’s a good time to talk about ticks and tick-borne diseases. As the weather warms up and…
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Jun 01 2012
Is having a dog under your desk better than having the corner office?
We all know the feeling. You get home from a tough day at work: you’re tired, you’re stressed, you’re preoccupied with the day’s events. But then, you open your door, and there’s the dog,…
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Jun 01 2012
Tick Prevention
Tick season is upon us again. Or at least, it is now in full swing, as ticks have been found on dogs even in northern areas in the winter. Along with these ticks come conversations about what is or…
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Apr 30 2012
New Virus May Cause Chronic Kidney Disease in Cats
Some cases of kidney disease in cats may have a viral origin
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Apr 30 2012
Dog Returns from the (Presumed) Dead
From Wichita, KS, comes a story of many brave firefighters, one scared owner, and a terrified dog. John Huy, a retired aviation engineer, was walking his 100-pound pit bull/Labrador mix,Taz, in the…
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Apr 01 2012
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug Use in Companion Animals
In February 2012, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Centre for Veterinary Medicine held a Webinar entitled, "Advice to Dog Owners Whose Pets Take NSAIDs." The webinar, which is about half an hour…