Study shows African swine fever can be transmitted through feedFebruary 15, 2019New information is being learned about how the currently circulating strain of African swine fever (ASF) could spread in feed and feed ingredients.
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Dangerous tick species could spread across North AmericaFebruary 13, 2019The long-horned tick could establish itself across North America if transported accidentally, according to a new study.
Dogs with bigger brains have higher cognitive capacitiesFebruary 1, 2019Larger-brain breeds have better short-term memory and self-control than smaller dogs, says a new study.
Fear Free awards grants for veterinary behavior researchJanuary 8, 2019A number of emerging animal health professionals have been honored for their contributions to veterinary behavior research.
Zomedica partners with IncellDx to help fight canine and human cancerDecember 21, 2018An assay agreement between two companies has been made to identify and enumerate circulating tumor cells (CTCs) from canine cancers.
Cancer tech's futureNovember 22, 2018Veterinary oncology imaging has evolved greatly over the past decade, allowing for earlier detection, improved treatment, and more successful outcomes. Veterinary Practice News reached out to three prominent veterinary oncology centers around the U.S. to discuss imaging equipment, promising research, and what the future holds in this important field.
V Foundation announces grant-making program for canine oncology researchNovember 14, 2018The V Foundation has announced a grant-making program to accelerate research in the field of comparative oncology, enabling researchers from human and veterinary medicine to explore new cancer therapies.
MSU gets $2 million to fund nursing research and scholarshipsNovember 13, 2018Michigan State University (MSU) alumna Jane Wall Lacher, DVM, and her husband Ronald Lacher have donated $2-million estate gift to MSU to fund an endowed faculty position in nursing research and scholarships for veterinary students.
Midmark to open technology center for consumer and industry researchNovember 8, 2018A research and development hub open to customers, industry leaders, and partners from around the world is Midmark Corp.’s newest step toward its evolution as a clinical environmental design company.
Nutrition's role in cancer patientsNovember 5, 2018Nutrition is always important in helping a sick pet get better, and it can be an essential element of care for cancer patients and for pets recovering from debilitating illnesses or surgery. Cancer and its treatments may alter the body’s ability to tolerate particular foods or use certain nutrients; moreover, clients often have a firm belief in nutrition as good medicine and may ask about or even insist on special diets or supplements for pets undergoing cancer treatments or otherwise in need of tender loving care.
