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Dogs with chondrodysplasia have a rare genetic mutation that may also be related to some forms of dwarfism in people.

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Johnny, a stray puppy, was brought to New Hanover County Animal Control Services by a Good Samaritan.

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Maropitant is a weak base, is highly lipophilic, and belongs to the quinuclidine class.

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Veterinarians play the most important role in protecting domestic animals, and the general public, from rabies.

In three videos, Dr. Jayce Lineberger demonstrates how to apply a soft padded bandage to a patient's hindlimb.

Although pet owners may be spending less on high-end items such as accessories and doggy daycare, they aren't cutting back on medical and preventive care.

Scientists have discovered that just three genes account for the menagerie of coats seen in dogs: one for fur length, one for curliness, and one for growth pattern.

In three videos, Dr. Jayce Lineberger demonstrates how to apply a soft padded bandage to the hindlimb.

Horses are closely watching your body language to see if they've got your attention, according to research by Leanne Proops and Karen McComb at the University of Sussex.

A bill introduced into Congress would allow pet owners to deduct up to $3,500 each year on expenses such as veterinary care.

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The Canadian Lung Association is questioning the policy many airlines are adopting that allows pets to ride in the passenger cabin.

Motola, a Thai elephant that lost part of her left front leg after stepping on a land mine, is taking her first steps with a new prosthesis.

A researcher has found that dog owners generally fall into three categories; where you fall is likely dictated by personal experience, your demographic characteristics and culture, and your family structure.

Among AVMA president Dr. Larry Curry's goals is to make sure veterinarians are the major voice in animal welfare issues.

More and more dogs are being rescued from bad conditions because of a recent law in Pennsylvania that requires adequate housing and care for dogs kept in kennels for breeding.

China has implemented a one-dog-per-household policy, ostensively to reduce the number of unregistered dogs.

Looking for adventure? The government is hiring veterinarians, technicians, and college students for paid part-time positions in disaster veterinary corps.

A dog's vocabulary and counting ability are about the same as those of 2-year-old children, according to new research.

The Department of Homeland Security is having to defend the proposed new site for a bio-defense research laboratory at Kansas State University in light of a Government Accountability Office report.