Advancements & research
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March 5, 2013
Researchers appear on verge of eliminating cat allergies
Allergies may soon no longer be a barrier to cat ownership for the millions of people who suffer from sneezing, itching, and watery eyes whenever they get close to fur-covered felines. Researchers testing the efficacy of a new allergy treatment recently released promising results, saying the treatment has provided long-lasting allergy relief for study participants. -
March 5, 2013
Veterinarian traveling cross-country to uncover secrets of long-lived dogs
Dr. David J. Waters, a veterinarian from Indiana, is extremely curious as to why some Rottweilers live for 13 years or longer, which is more than 30 percent longer than the breed’s average lifespan. His curiosity has inspired him to travel the country to visit these “successfully aging” dogs and collect data and samples that could lead to better knowledge of how people and pets can age better and ward off cancer. -
February 13, 2013
Study suggests dogs comprehend human point of view
If you have a sneaking suspicion that your dog waits until your guard is down to advance on a nearby piece of food, you might be exactly right. -
February 12, 2013
CSU enrolling cats for stem cell study targeting inflammatory bowel disease
Veterinarians treating cats with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) might want to take note of a new Colorado State University stem cell therapy clinical trial focused on helping cats that are suffering from the disease. -
February 6, 2013
‘Dognition’ app helps owners understand their dogs' behavior and intelligence
A new app called Dognition is challenging people to assess their dogs’ intelligence while contributing to scientific knowledge of canine behavioral and cognitive patterns. -
February 6, 2013
Poll shows Canadian pet owners don't understand importance of veterinary dentistry
The need for better education about the importance of pet dental care extends up to our neighbors in the North, according to a study that tested Canadian pet owners on their knowledge of pain associated with periodontal disease. -
January 28, 2013
Study reveals surprising misconceptions about bully sticks
A new study has revealed that pet owners who feed their dogs bully sticks may unknowingly be adding high calories and potentially harmful bacteria to the animal’s diet. -
January 21, 2013
New Bayer study updates vets' cat-friendly progress, issues recommendations
Bayer and the AAFP presented the results from their latest study on Jan. 21 at the NAVC. The study revealed opportunities and recommendations for veterinarians to get more feline patients through their doors. -
January 16, 2013
Abbott Animal Health releases new fluid therapy app
Abbott Animal Health has provided veterinarians with a new app to help with fluid therapy: the I.V. Fluid Volume Calculator. The free app can be used on iPad, iPhone, and Android devices. -
January 9, 2013
Hyperbaric chambers a breath of fresh air for animal hospitals
In October 2011, Dr. Andrew Turkell’s AAHA-accredited Calusa Veterinary Center became one of fewer than perhaps two dozen American veterinary hospitals to install a hyperbaric chamber. By the time his shiny new hyperbaric chamber was one year old, Turkell and his staff had performed more than 600 treatments.