The practice of early spay/neuter for companion dogs not intended for breeding has been standard for decades. The proposed reasons are several, including preventing unwanted pregnancies, preventing unwanted aggression, and preventing mammary cancer (none ... moreThe practice of early spay/neuter for companion dogs not intended for breeding has been standard for decades. The proposed reasons are several, including preventing unwanted pregnancies, preventing unwanted aggression, and preventing mammary cancer (none of which has evidence-based support). In contrast, over the past decade, several investigators have reported an increase in certain cancers and joint disorders that have increased in association with spay or neuter. However, these findings were not clinically useful because breeds were generally lumped together, as were ages of spay/neuter. UC Davis recently completed collection of data from extensive veterinary hospital records on 35 dog breeds and 5 weight categories of mixed breed dogs, showing major differences in vulnerability to the effects of gonadectomy on the prevalence of joint disorders and cancers. For example, with some specific breeds there is no impact of spay/neuter at any age or the occurrence of joint disorders or cancers, while there are certa... less
It’s complicated: Foiling the frustrations of diabetes management in pets
Diagnosing diabetes in your veterinary patients may be straightforward, but treating the condition is sometimes anything but. Here’s the lowdown on why treatments fail, how best to monitor these patients and what new insulin products are on the market. read more Published: October 14, 2019
Join The Stampede! Celebrate World Elephant Day(ELEPHANTS/WILDLIFE CONSERVATION) Happy World Elephant Day! This global campaign was founded in 2012 to shine a light on the delicate state of elephant populations across the globe. In addition to habitat loss and exploitation, poaching for the... [Get th... more(ELEPHANTS/WILDLIFE CONSERVATION) Happy World Elephant Day! This global campaign was founded in 2012 to shine a light on the delicate state of elephant populations across the globe. In addition to habitat loss and exploitation, poaching for the... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: August 12, 2019
Joint disease in cats: Assume the worst and treat for the best
While sweeping generalizations may be a bad idea in other situations, feline expert Dr. Kelly St. Denis says it’s best to assume that all senior cats in your practice are suffering from the pain of DJD. read more Published: October 9, 2019
13 Ghost Sharks To Get You In The Halloween Spirit(OCEANS/SHARKS) What's scarier than ghosts and sharks? Try a combination of both--ghost sharks! Also called "ratfish," "rabbitfish," "elephant fish," or "spookfish," believe it or not, ghost sharks aren't sharks at all. These mysterious animals... [Get th... more(OCEANS/SHARKS) What's scarier than ghosts and sharks? Try a combination of both--ghost sharks! Also called "ratfish," "rabbitfish," "elephant fish," or "spookfish," believe it or not, ghost sharks aren't sharks at all. These mysterious animals... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: October 17, 2019
Trick-Or-Treat! Halloween Pet Recipes(HALLOWEEN/PETS) Halloween might be a time to gorge on all of those Kit Kats, but your pets shouldn't have to miss out on all the sweets. As you prepare your animal companions for a spooky holiday, why not whip up some tasty Halloween treats to go... [Get... more(HALLOWEEN/PETS) Halloween might be a time to gorge on all of those Kit Kats, but your pets shouldn't have to miss out on all the sweets. As you prepare your animal companions for a spooky holiday, why not whip up some tasty Halloween treats to go... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: October 9, 2019
Photo gallery: 6 feline wellness don’ts, 8 dos
The future is here. It’s 2019. These are the dos and don’ts to make sure your veterinary practice is showing cats the care they need to get their owners in for wellness visits. read more Published: October 18, 2019
Comparison chart: Urolithiasis diets for dogs
Whether you’re dealing with struvite, calcium oxalate, urate or even cystine uroliths, this chart can help you find a therapeutic canine diet for stone-prone veterinary patients. read more Published: October 18, 2019
Put Your Paws Up For International Dog Day!(PETS/DOGS) It's August 26th, which means National Dog Day is here! Make sure you go out of your way to appreciate your favorite canine friend, and if you don’t have a special canine in your life, celebrate by adopting one from a shelter! Back in... [Get ... more(PETS/DOGS) It's August 26th, which means National Dog Day is here! Make sure you go out of your way to appreciate your favorite canine friend, and if you don’t have a special canine in your life, celebrate by adopting one from a shelter! Back in... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: August 26, 2019
In Memory Of Sirius, Police Dog Killed On 9/11(SEPTEMBER 11TH/ANIMAL HEROES/POLICE DOGS) NEW YORK — Today is the anniversary of that fateful day of terror. Not all first responder victims were of the two-legged kind. Sirius, a Port Authority Police Department K-9, was killed when the Second... [Get t... more(SEPTEMBER 11TH/ANIMAL HEROES/POLICE DOGS) NEW YORK — Today is the anniversary of that fateful day of terror. Not all first responder victims were of the two-legged kind. Sirius, a Port Authority Police Department K-9, was killed when the Second... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: September 11, 2019
The ABCs of veterinary dentistry: ‘T’ is for treatment
While therapy for oral health problems can be challenging, it’s also very important for patient wellbeing. A good place to start? The four Rs: recheck, remove, repair or refer. read more Published: October 10, 2019
Client handout: Xylitol and dogs don't mix
Help veterinary clients prevent xylitol poisoning with this educational handout created from information provided by the FDA. read more Published: October 7, 2019
What’s new in veterinary vaccinology?
Today’s veterinarians have choices in vaccine formulations beyond the standard killed or modified-live formulations. But more options can also make for more confusion. read more Published: October 19, 2019
Portraits Honor 9/11 Search & Rescue Dogs(DOG PICTURES/ANIMAL HEROES) Amid the chaos of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, nearly 100 search and rescue dogs were deployed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help find survivors at the World Trade Center and Pentagon... [Ge... more(DOG PICTURES/ANIMAL HEROES) Amid the chaos of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, nearly 100 search and rescue dogs were deployed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help find survivors at the World Trade Center and Pentagon... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: September 11, 2019
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 14, 2019
Put Your Paws Up For Black Cat Appreciation Day!(CATS/PETS/CUTE ANIMAL VIDEOS) In celebration of Black Cat Appreciation Day, enjoy this fun, animated video from Furball Fables. Believe it or not, there's still a lot of stigma surrounding black cats as they are the least likely to be adopted at... [Get ... more(CATS/PETS/CUTE ANIMAL VIDEOS) In celebration of Black Cat Appreciation Day, enjoy this fun, animated video from Furball Fables. Believe it or not, there's still a lot of stigma surrounding black cats as they are the least likely to be adopted at... [Get the full story by clicking the headline link to GlobalAnimal.org.] Published: August 17, 2019
