Researchers confirm new rickettsia species found in dogs
Researchers from North Carolina State University have confirmed that a species of Rickettsia first seen in dogs in 2018 is a new species of bacteria. The new species, dubbed Rickettsia finnyi, is associated with symptoms similar to those of Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) in dogs, but has not yet been found in humans.
Meet Dr. Hannah Jordan: The Vet Who’s Saving Animals, Crafting Earrings, and Channeling Her Inner Steve Irwin
Ever wondered what happens when a veterinarian with a heart of gold and an artistic soul joins forces? Meet Dr. Jordan, your go-to general practice vet for small animals and exotics, and your next favorite person (who happens to have a knack for crafting and a deep love for conservation). You might think caring for animals and making earrings don’t go together, but for Dr. Jordan, they are two sides of the same creative coin.
Shocking revelation: Dog's breed holds the key to pain sensitivity.
Discover groundbreaking research from North Carolina State University that challenges common beliefs about dog breeds' pain sensitivity. Find out how veterinarians' perceptions and a dog's temperament come into play. Prepare to have your understanding shattered as you uncover the surprising findings and their implications for veterinary care. Get ready for a mind-blowing journey into the world of dog breeds and pain sensitivity!
Alligators exposed to PFAS show autoimmune effects
The research team, led by Scott Belcher, associate professor of biology at North Carolina State University, took blood samples and did health evaluations on 49 alligators living along the Cape Fear River between 2018 and 2019. They compared these results to a reference population of 26 alligators from Lake Waccamaw, located in the adjoining Lumber River basin.