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These treats are not only dog approved, they're waistline-friendly, thanks to Dr. Ernie Ward.

A new study has found that oxytocin has an impact on how dogs respond to smiling and angry faces.

A novel analytical approach has identified genes and neural mechanisms associated with obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Focused ultrasound is a noninvasive therapeutic technology that is now being explored as a treatment option for medical conditions in the veterinary field.

Researchers have identified an association between canine gallstones and elevated serum leptin levels and hyperlipidemia, providing new insight into canine gallstone pathophysiology.

This week in veterinary news from around the world: Tories vote that animals have no emotions or feelings, including the ability to feel pain; 2 Canadian rules take effect to enhance protection from antimicrobial resistance; and a new Dubai wildlife safari promoting animal welfare finishes construction.

To provide effective care, veterinarians must be knowledgeable about middle-ear anatomy and physiology, including key differences between species.

Many dog owners know not to give turkey or chicken bones to their pet, but they may not know that the same goes for some store-bought bone treats. According to the FDA, processed and packaged bone treats can cause serious pet illnesses, and even death.

Here is a complete list of the ASPCA’s 2017 animal and human heroes, including the dog and cat of the year.

Baxter International has voluntarily recalled 1 lot of the antiarrhythmic Nexterone (amiodarone) due to the potential presence of particulate matter.

Veterinarians should always consider basic disease principles and apply deductive logic to interpret pathologic changes throughout the diagnostic process.

This week in veterinary news from around the world: new animal welfare laws in a host of countries, animal forensics in Taiwan, and more.

The executive director of New Jersey’s Associated Humane Societies of Newark has been charged with multiple counts of animal cruelty by the NJSPCA.

Clostridium difficile infection occurs in many species and is the most common cause of health care–associated infections in many countries. Might this infection have zoonotic potential?

The Associated Humane Societies of Newark continues to operate despite numerous ongoing violations.

Public health officials and veterinarians can now access the first visual representation of antibiotic resistance genes in bacteria. With this new tool, researchers can be alerted to new resistance traits and can even track antibiotic resistance in foodborne bacteria.

Digital pet avatars — which meld technology and animal-assisted therapy — could be a game-changer that improves health care and reduces costs for a complex patient population.

With almost twice the content of the previous version, AAHA’s revised and updated Canine Vaccination Guidelines include important changes and new recommendations important for all practitioners.

You love your clients and veterinary patientsand you need a break.

Dogs don’t just use their facial expressions to display emotion. They also use them to communicate, a recent study suggests.

A recent review paper provided insight on the microbiomes of North American ticks important to veterinary medicine.

Some veterinarians are giving a special type of prescription to clients who use the internet to find pet health information.

The One Health Commission and the US Environmental Protection Agency are asking pet owners for their help in completing a survey to assess pet health trends across the country.

This week in veterinary news from around the world: Police in Britain believe a serial killer of cats may be escalating his crimes, officials are cracking down on illegal puppy farming in Northern Ireland, and animal rights activists sign a petition against a new Canadian restaurant serving seal meat.

Having a dog, it seems, offers a host of health benefits for people, and the list is growing. New research shows that dogs may protect children against the development of eczema and asthma.

What causes young children to be bitten by dogs, and how well are children up to age 6 being supervised around the family pet?

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Dogs will match the movement and gaze of humans, suggesting a strong affiliative bond between dogs and their owners.