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Cornell researchers say they have discovered that the secret to improving detection dogs’ smelling ability lies in adding fats to their diets and reducing protein.

Cornell University's Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC) has developed the world's first diagnostic test for canine pneumovirus. According to Cornell, it is the first test to accurately distinguish canine pneumovirus from other pathogens that are also known to cause respiratory illness.

This spring, veterinarians can effectively convey to clients the risks of parasite infection in their geographic regions using parasite prevalance maps and forecasts from the Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC).

Veterinarians in South Carolina are fighting to pass legislation that will limit the activities of low-cost spay and neuter programs in the area.

By the time Dr. Jessica Pierce, keynote speaker at the AAHA-Accredited Practice Breakfast, relinquished the microphone, dry eyes were a rare commodity in the large ballroom.

Two pet food companies - Natura Pet Products and Jones Natural Chews Co. - recently announced voluntary recalls of some of their products due to salmonella health risks.

The number of overweight and obese dogs and cats continued its upward trend in 2012, with more cats than ever tipping the scales at unhealthy weights.

Edmunds.com has released its 2013 list of the safest cars for transporting pets. All cars include features that are likely to improve pet safety, and are all priced starting at under $35,000.

AAHA is aiming the spotlight at veterinary surgery education with its upcoming “AAHA Live Surgery Suite” at the 2013 Yearly Conference in Phoenix, Ariz. During the conference, surgical procedures will be shown live on a massive screen while panels of experts educate the audience.

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.