TOP NEWS
 Report animal drug shortages ASAP
By: Veterinary Practice NewsFDA has issued guidance to ensure the availability of drug products during the novel coronavirus pandemic
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 AVMA cancels 2020 convention amid COVID-19 concernsBy: dvm360 StaffThe association is exploring the possibility of a virtual conference.
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 AHI pays $52M in animal drug fraud case
By: Veterinary Practice NewsThe Patterson-owned company pleaded guilty to charges earlier this year and has since paid all forfeitures, fines, and penalties in full
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CANINE NEWS
Could dogs help detect COVID-19?By: Medical News Today A team of researchers from the United Kingdom is putting forth an intriguing proposition: What if dogs could help detect COVID-19?
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Evaluating a new radiographic tool for canine heart disease diagnosisBy: Joan Capuzzi, VMD In the spirit of ” building a better mousetrap,” researchers have tested a novel measurement protocol-the manubrium heart score—for flagging cardiac disease in dogs.
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An overview of canine glaucoma
By: Ron Ofri, DVM, PhD, DECVO A veterinary ophthalmologist outlines the classification, diagnosis and treatment of a leading (and painful) cause of blindness in dogs.
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Laser therapy combo aids in canine DM treatmentBy: Veterinary Practice News A combination of laser and rehabilitation therapies could help slow the progression of canine degenerative myelopathy
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Upcoming Conferences
Chicago Vet Show
May 13-15
Cancelled
Pacific Veterinary Conference
June 18-21
Cancelled
Wyoming VMA Summer Meeting
June 28-30
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Montana VMA Summer Meeting
POSTPONED:
New Date: August 27-29
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FELINE NEWS
Feline behavior, health central in new research projectBy: Veterinary Practice News Morris Animal Foundation will fund a cat health study of up to $200,000 per year for a maximum of three years
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Scratch that itch: The diagnosis, care, and feeding of the food-allergic catBy: Emily Cross, DVM, DABVP Diagnosing adverse food reaction in cats is time-consuming, but, once determined, the control of clinical signs can be achieved with dietary managementRead More
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EQUINE NEWS
The Changing Equine Silhouette: Equine Metabolic Syndrome Through the DecadesBy: Kentucky Equine Research Staff Pat Harris, a veterinarian and equine nutritionist, discussed the history of equine metabolic syndrome (EMS) during a recent Kentucky Equine Research conference.
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The lesser known equine herpesvirusesBy: Kate L. Hepworth-Warren, DVM, DACVIM I got a positive for EHV-2 and EHV-5 on a nasal swab. What does that mean?
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Equine Footing FactsBy: Christa Leste-Lasserre, MA The footing beneath your horse’s feet affects his overall soundness. Read about what scientists are learning about footing and its connection to lameness and other health issues in this excerpt from the May 2020 issue of The Horse.
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Exploring Stem Cells for Managing Equine AsthmaBy: Kentucky Equine Research Staff As advances in regenerative medicine move swiftly, veterinarians now have the power to explore the use of stem cells under vast and varied conditions, including patients with inflammatory conditions such as equine asthma syndrome.Read More
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MISC NEWS
 When clients question your pharmacy pricesBy: Veterinary Practice News
If you educate clients about the safety and benefits of buying pet medications from your hospital, you’ll win their trust, confidence, and loyaltyRead More
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 Veterinary educators: Are you turning “lemons into lemonade”?
By: dvm360 StaffVetMedAcademy and Merck Veterinary Manual are co-sponsoring a contest to celebrate faculty creativity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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