Nutritional support is a key component of management in feline chronic kidney disease (CKD). The geriatric feline with chronic kidney disease (CKD) typically has anorexia / hyporexia, weight loss, and a decrease in both body and muscle condition score. Th... moreNutritional support is a key component of management in feline chronic kidney disease (CKD). The geriatric feline with chronic kidney disease (CKD) typically has anorexia / hyporexia, weight loss, and a decrease in both body and muscle condition score. The CKD feline often suffers from underlying factors that affect appetite and these need to be addressed to maintain appetite and food intake. Owners perceive a poor appetite as a significant quality-of-life concern and anorexia can cause an increase in an owner’s worry about their pet. This is all further complicated by the fact that cats frequently become habituated on a certain type of food (e.g. canned vs. dry) or even a specific brand - this makes changing to a more renal appropriate diet challenging. Understanding the specific nutrients of concern in kidney disease can assist the practitioner in making recommendations or presenting multiple nutritional options for the successful management of the cat with CKD. In this session, Dr. Donna Raditic will discuss:... less
Golden Retrievers develop an eye condition that practitioners should know about - Golden Retriever Pigmentary Uveitis (GRPU). This condition has an insidious onset, but early detection can be a key to avoiding glaucoma and vision loss. Join in this sessio... moreGolden Retrievers develop an eye condition that practitioners should know about - Golden Retriever Pigmentary Uveitis (GRPU). This condition has an insidious onset, but early detection can be a key to avoiding glaucoma and vision loss. Join in this session and learn about risk factors, how to recognize signs of GRPU on an ocular examination, keys to making a clinical diagnosis, treatment options, and breeding advice. Registration compliments of the AKC Canine Health Foundation
The True Story Of A LabThe True Story of a Lab by Neela Whatley It was a pretty Saturday in June, 2020. The sun was shining through the Valley Oak tree, and glistening off its dress of luscious green moss. The petite brown sparrow was singing happily with her mate and... [Get t... moreThe True Story of a Lab by Neela Whatley It was a pretty Saturday in June, 2020. The sun was shining through the Valley Oak tree, and glistening off its dress of luscious green moss. The petite brown sparrow was singing happily with her mate and... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: October 16, 2020
Florida Man Jumps Into Action To Rescue Puppy From Alligator’s Jaws(AMAZING ANIMAL VIDEOS) In this remarkable footage, witness Florida resident Richard Wilbanks' heroic actions to save the life of Gunner, his 3-month-old puppy. Watch him run into his backyard pond and pry the gator's jaws open to free Cavalier King... [G... more(AMAZING ANIMAL VIDEOS) In this remarkable footage, witness Florida resident Richard Wilbanks' heroic actions to save the life of Gunner, his 3-month-old puppy. Watch him run into his backyard pond and pry the gator's jaws open to free Cavalier King... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: November 25, 2020
The Scary Side Of Gelatine Sweets This Halloween(FACTORY FARMING) Made In Chelsea sisters Lucy and Tiffany Watson have teamed up with Humane Society International UK to expose the scary truth behind what's inside a number of Halloween treats. For instance, did you know many jelly sweets contain... [Get... more(FACTORY FARMING) Made In Chelsea sisters Lucy and Tiffany Watson have teamed up with Humane Society International UK to expose the scary truth behind what's inside a number of Halloween treats. For instance, did you know many jelly sweets contain... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: October 27, 2020
Cat Agrees: “Dump Trump”(FUNNY ANIMAL VIDEOS/CAT VIDEOS) Cats are notorious for knocking things off tables. But in this video clip, we learn that maybe cats are more political than we give them credit for. Watch this feisty feline express his/her opinions on the 2020 U.S.... [Ge... more(FUNNY ANIMAL VIDEOS/CAT VIDEOS) Cats are notorious for knocking things off tables. But in this video clip, we learn that maybe cats are more political than we give them credit for. Watch this feisty feline express his/her opinions on the 2020 U.S.... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: November 10, 2020
When Your Relatives Bring Up Politics At Thanksgiving(WILDLIFE/KANGAROOS/FUNNY ANIMAL VIDEO) We all have that one relative who loves to bring up politics at Thanksgiving. Let's hope this wasn't your family at the dinner table last night. -- Global Animal [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to ... more(WILDLIFE/KANGAROOS/FUNNY ANIMAL VIDEO) We all have that one relative who loves to bring up politics at Thanksgiving. Let's hope this wasn't your family at the dinner table last night. -- Global Animal [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: November 27, 2020
“Snowflake” Snags Rave Reviews & Editor’s Choice From Publisher’s Weekly Booklife(BOOK REVIEW) In Global Animal’s first published novel, Snowflake, writer Arthur Jeon cranks up the climate change alarms while indicting the Trump administration for their environmental destruction. The result is a cli-fi thriller that’s a... [Get the fu... more(BOOK REVIEW) In Global Animal’s first published novel, Snowflake, writer Arthur Jeon cranks up the climate change alarms while indicting the Trump administration for their environmental destruction. The result is a cli-fi thriller that’s a... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: October 21, 2020
20 Ways To Celebrate World Vegan Month(GO GREEN/VEGANISM) November is World Vegan Month and there is no better time to transition to a vegan diet. World Vegan Month celebrates the founding of the world's first vegan organization. On November 1, 1944, The Vegan Society was founded in... [Get t... more(GO GREEN/VEGANISM) November is World Vegan Month and there is no better time to transition to a vegan diet. World Vegan Month celebrates the founding of the world's first vegan organization. On November 1, 1944, The Vegan Society was founded in... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: November 2, 2020
11 Ways To Protect Your Pet From Halloween Dangers(LIFE WITH PETS/PET SAFETY) Pet costumes are fun and adorable, but they can also be dangerous and cause stress for your pets. Here are some tips on how to keep pets safe during Halloween and what to do if your pet is accidentally poisoned. — Global... [Ge... more(LIFE WITH PETS/PET SAFETY) Pet costumes are fun and adorable, but they can also be dangerous and cause stress for your pets. Here are some tips on how to keep pets safe during Halloween and what to do if your pet is accidentally poisoned. — Global... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: October 15, 2020
