Four-Legged Pharmacists: Animals and Self-Medication
In recent decades, it has become well known that animals use plants to self-medicate.
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An Update on Canine Lymphoma
In a review article published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science, Luca Aresu, DVM, PhD, from the University of Padova, Legnaro, Italy, reviews some of the most recent advances and the characteristics of canine DLBCL.
Arthropod-Borne Disease Susceptibility: Cats Are Not Small Dogs
A review article explores possible reasons that might explain why cats and dogs are not susceptible to all of the same types of diseases.
Parasite Interactions Affect Risk of Malaria Infection in Wild Birds
Environmental conditions as well as interactions between different parasites co-infecting wild birds may be important in determining whether the birds will develop a malaria infection.
Key Features of Leptospirosis in Dogs
Many domestic and wild animals, especially rodents, serve as chronic, asymptomatic carriers of Leptospira, and excrete the bacteria in their urine.
First Account of African Monkeys Eating Bats Raises Concerns About Spread of Zoonotic Diseases
For the first time, a recent study has captured African monkeys eating bats—a finding that raises concern about the spread of zoonotic diseases such as Ebola.
Low Rectal Temperature Linked to Death in Pet Rabbits
A recent study has found that low rectal temperature at the time of hospital admission is a significant predictor of death in pet rabbits.
Combining Exercise with Calorie Control Helps Dogs Preserve Muscle Mass
Adding controlled physical exercise to a weight loss program for pet dogs helps preserve muscle mass more effectively than calorie restriction alone.
Social Behavior in Chimps Improves Gut Microbe Diversity
Chimpanzees that socialize more have a greater diversity of bacteria in their gut.
Recent Developments in Cancer Immunotherapy for Veterinary Patients
Recent advances have led to immunotherapy that is not only changing the standard of care for human cancer patients, but also moving to the forefront of cancer treatment options for veterinary patients.