Advancements & research

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August 10, 2021
New clues to diet-associated DCM in dogs
A new study by researchers at Tufts University sheds light on the connection between canine dilated cardiomyopathy and diet. And peas are still a possible culprit. -
July 28, 2021
FDA gives full approval to new canine lymphoma drug
“It’s a very exciting time to be an oncologist,” says cancer specialist Sue Ettinger, DVM, DACVIM. The FDA's recent full approval of a drug to treat canine lymphoma is just one reason. -
July 1, 2021
New evidence supports the value of preventive care profiles on all adult dogs
Preventive care profiles aren’t just for senior and geriatric patients. -
July 1, 2021
The American Association of Feline Practitioners updates feline senior care guidelines
The American Association of Feline Practitioners released their updated 2021 AAFP Feline Senior Care Guidelines this week. Here’s what’s new. -
June 10, 2021
“This doesn’t have to be our story”: Nonprofit aims to prevent suicide in the veterinary profession
Within a week in March 2021, just as the pandemic was hitting the one-year mark, three veterinarians and one veterinary technician took their own lives in the US. -
June 4, 2021
According to study, there are 5 types of cat-owner relationships
Cats and their owners have identifiable relationship models—and stressful relationships can affect cats’ health, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Lincoln in the UK. -
June 2, 2021
Separation anxiety and the “pandemic puppy”: What lies ahead after lockdown
After spending so much time at home with their humans, many pups are in for a surprise when their owners go back to work. Here are some tips on separation anxiety diagnosis, client communication, treatment, management, and more from Valarie V. Tynes, DVM, DACVB, DACAW. -
June 1, 2021
New canine coronavirus jumps to humans—without ever being diagnosed in a dog
Scientists have long known—and the public is learning—that coronavirus outbreaks aren’t rare, and it’s likely that we can expect a new one to pop up and jump from animals to people every 10 years or so. One just did. -
May 27, 2021
How veterinarians dress makes a difference to clients
Does the way veterinarians dress affect how clients perceive them? The answer is yes, according to studies. -
May 6, 2021
Study shows hope for cats and humans with chronic kidney disease
Around 30% of cats older than 15 suffer from chronic kidney disease. So do an estimated 37 million human sufferers in the US. But an experimental new treatment shows potential to help both species.