By Patricia Clark Summer is finally here and, for pets, that means more than just sunny days. For example, heat and bug bites can pose real risks to our animal companions, and hot pavement can …
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More than medicine: A collaborative approach to saving Gracie’s hearing
Posted onBy Grace Bathery At age 12, Gracie, a cocker spaniel, started experiencing inflammation and infections in her ears secondary to her allergies. After numerous vet visits and treatment trials, Gracie’s owner, Colleen Kelly, was …
Therapy dog Gracie takes on new mission in fight against blastomycosis
Posted onBy Simran Khanuja When Mary and Paul Brinkman adopted Gracie, a little grey dog from an Alabama rescue, they were immediately drawn to her calm and gentle nature. After taking obedience classes, Gracie quickly transitioned …
Petco Love support gives pup Taffy more time with family
Posted onThanks in part to support from the Petco Love and Blue Buffalo Cancer Treatment Support Fund, Taffy was able to get the care she needed. Above, Taffy in May 2024. (Courtesy of Dawn Decker) By …
Legacy fuels UWVC leadership in comprehensive cancer care
Posted onJump to: UWVC cancer vaccine trial enters final phase The next specialists: Comprehensive oncology training at UWVC UW Vet Med clinicians continue to redefine how cancer is treated By Katie Ginder-Vogel For 40 years, the …
UW Vet Med researcher targets ticks to curb disease spread
Posted onBy Jack Kelly Each year, an estimated 500,000 Americans are diagnosed with Lyme disease — a bacterial infection that can cause rash, fever, extreme tiredness, and joint stiffness, among other symptoms. Karen Fuenzalida, a veterinarian …
Bolstering public health in the South Pacific
Posted onSam Emmerich: Army officer, veterinarian, epidemiologist By Jack Kelly During the summer of 2024, health officials in American Samoa faced daunting news: A dengue outbreak gripped the neighboring country of Western Samoa, raising fears that …
With help from Petco Love, Lola overcomes cancer and gets back to cuddling
Posted onBy Grace Bathery Lola, a 15-year-old tabby, has always been a friendly and social cat. She loves to play with laser pointers and cuddle with her humans. But in late 2024, Lola started having problems …
Avian answers: What your bird’s behavior says about its health
Posted onBy Grace Bathery Understanding the behavior of pets can lead to happier, healthier lives for our furry friends and even prevent medical emergencies. Just like other animals indicate emotional states and health issues through their …
UW Vet Med outreach program shares knowledge in South Africa
Posted onThe SVM’s Dairyland Initiative (DI), which delivers research-driven strategies to enhance dairy cow health and productivity, continues to be a resource to dairy farmers around the world. DI Outreach Specialist Courtney Halbach recently traveled to …