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Giardiasis and Coccidiosis in Puppies

Giardiasis and Coccidiosis in Puppies

The new puppy is finally here! He’s cute and fun. You just wish the diarrhea would end, figuring it’s the stress of the transition to a new home. Maybe. But probably not, and the longer you wait before seeking veterinary help, the more difficult it may be to end the...

FDA approval for technology to breed PRRS-resistant pigs 

FDA approval for technology to breed PRRS-resistant pigs 

The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted approval to swine genetics company PIC for the gene edit used in its pig resistant to Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS). The FDA determined that the technology is safe and effective....

How to remove a tick

How to remove a tick

I have heard countless methods for tick removal: Paint a tick with nail polish and it will detatch from the dog to avoid being suffocated. Touch a just-extinguished match to the tick’s body so it pulls itself out. Pull while turning the tick clockwise. No – pull while...

Mummified Foetuses in pigs

Mummified Foetuses in pigs

Occurrence: Worldwide.
Age affected: Newborn.
Causes: Death and degeneration of foetuses after 35th day of pregnancy without abortion.
Effects: Significant if >1% of foetuses affected.The pig foetus is implanted by day 35 and born at day 114 of...

21 cases of bird flu in cats detected in January 2025

21 cases of bird flu in cats detected in January 2025

The total number of cases identified in domestic cats has risen to 85 since 2022.More cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza in domestic cats were identified following the cases in Oregon and California related to raw cat food and unpasteurized milk. In January,...

How Do Dogs Get Worms?

How Do Dogs Get Worms?

Dogs can get worms through licking or eating dirt, leaves, fecal material, and other things that are contaminated with parasite eggs.Worms, or intestinal parasites, can be a problem for dogs, especially those in poor condition. Luckily, available treatments are safe...

Avian Influenza H5N1 in the Americas

Avian Influenza H5N1 in the Americas

The influenza A(H5N1) virus currently circulating in the Americas belongs to an HPAI genotype resulting from recombination in wild birds in Europe and low pathogenic strains in wild and domestic birds during its global dissemination. In 2021, the virus spread through...

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