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Children from military families often have a difficult time coping with challenges such as frequent moves and parental deployment, but new research shows that maintaining a strong bond with companion animals can bolster their resiliency.

Researchers from the University of Florida conducted a study to determine whether wellness plans are financially beneficial to small animal teaching hospitals. The results of their study indicated that wellness plans not only can provide a boost to the bottom line, but they also hold potential benefits for veterinary students and animal patients.

In the heat of the moment, it can be difficult to know what actions to take if a person witnesses animal abuse happening right in front of them. But with the help of a new free app called ICE BlackBox, witnesses can catch the abuser in the act and give law enforcement officials the evidence they need to pursue justice.

A Dallas nurse being treated for Ebola received some good news, as results have shown that her dog Bentley has tested negative for the virus. Health officials will continue to monitor Bentley for 21 days, and will test him again within that time period.

While large businesses such as Target, The Home Depot, and Jimmy John’s dominate headlines because of their recent massive data breaches, small businesses appear to believe that they are flying under hackers’ radars. However, new information is showing that hackers are aggressively trying to steal valuable data from small businesses across the United States.

A study recently published in the 'Journal of the British Veterinary Association' may prompt veterinary practices to re-evaluate how accessible they are to visually impaired clients who bring their guide dogs in for care. The study's authors explain that "a little extra time, effort, and communication can enhance the visit of a blind or partially sighted owner to veterinary practices."

AAHA and the AAFP recommend the use of fluid therapy during even minor procedures, but not all hospitals act on the recommendation - usually due to added costs. In an attempt to more accurately gauge the importance of giving IV fluids for a wide range of surgical procedures, researchers from Penn Vet collaborated with experts from Abbott Laboratories and Colorado State University to monitor the blood flow of dogs undergoing spay surgeries.

It is nearly impossible to read, watch, or listen to the daily news without coming across mention of the Ebola virus, which is dominating media coverage worldwide. Because animal hospitals might begin receiving questions about Ebola from concerned pet owners, WSVMA published some talking points addressing the risk of contracting the virus from pets.

What is it about some cats' genes that allows them to lead longer and healthier lives than others? Researchers from Cornell University are making a concerted effort to answer that question, and they're in need of healthy older cats to help with their study.

Bravo is recalling some lots of its Bravo Turkey and Chicken pet foods for dogs and cats due to a salmonella risk, and KONG is recalling some of its Aussie Sticks dog treats because of potential mold contamination.