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If approved, the label expansion would make Nocita available for use as a peripheral nerve block in cats.

The discovery of a new H1N1 strain of influenza in dogs has researchers questioning whether man’s best friend could become the source of a future pandemic.

Although considered rare, reports of murine typhus have increased in recent years.

Osteoarthritis is an important topic among veterinary professionals, but is it addressed in the exam room as often as it should be?

A recent study in Brazil determined that Frontline Tri-Act is effective against the sand fly Lutzomyia longipalpis.

Omega-3 fatty acids, hyaluronic acid, and a proprietary collagen blend are the primary ingredients in a new nutraceutical aimed at improving joint and skin health in dogs.

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Preheating samples before testing is recommended to improve diagnostic sensitivity rates.

In a recent study, puppies with abnormal feces had increased fecal protein concentrations, supporting findings in human IBD studies.

A new agreement between 3 global health care organizations aims to address a multitude of One Health concerns, from combatting antimicrobial resistance to improving disease forecasting capabilities.

The World Small Animal Veterinary Association continues to receive support for its campaign to secure global access to veterinary therapeutics.

If you’ve ever considered skipping your pet’s checkup to avoid sending your furry friend into a tizzy, you’re not alone.

Banfield Pet Hospital’s 2018 State of Pet Health Report outlines the prevalence of the 3 most common types of pet allergies.

A new surgical “toggle” technique provides a stronger anchor point on the paralyzed cartilage in horses with recurrent laryngeal neuropathy—allowing better outcomes than current surgical practices.

A new study on the genetic epidemiology of canine disease risk variants has enabled the creation of an online database of inherited genetic disorders.

In a new study, researchers from UC Davis concluded that by making modifications to housing, shelters can reduce the rates of URI among their cats.

The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention’s annual survey results revealed both good and bad news about overweight cats and dogs, plus a bit of confusion among pet owners.

A new rabies test is being touted as faster, more accurate, and easier to use than the current gold standard test.

Learning that your beloved pet has diabetes can be heartbreaking, but the diagnosis doesn’t mean your cat or dog cannot continue to live a happy, healthy life.

The death of an immunocompromised cat has led to the discovery of a previously unknown feline virus that may play a role in both human and veterinary research and health.

According to a recent study, suspected cases of urinary tract infection are commonly overtreated with antibiotics.

Available in Europe since 2013, Semintra has now been approved for use in the United States.

A customer complaint brought the potential health risk of these dog treats to the company’s attention.

The CDC’s newly released data on Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, and anaplasmosis underscore the One Health nature of these diseases and the attention required from both human and veterinary health care professionals.

In a recent study, incorporating transplantation with standard supportive care decreased mortality rate and hospitalization time.

For both dogs and people, it seems that in utero exposure to air pollutants may increase the risk for cardiovascular disease development later in life.

According to a UK study, patients with demyelination diseases are more likely to have antibodies to a toxin produced by C perfringens infection in ruminants.

A UK study revealed a high percentage of injuries requiring hospitalization and work leave.