Virginia Tech researcher explores hybrid fostering of shelter dogs for improved canine welfare
Adoption can be challenging for man’s best friend, and Virginia Tech researchers are exploring ways to make the process better for dogs in animal shelters and increase community involvement.
With a grant totaling more than $135,000 from PetSmart Charities, researchers in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences’School of Animal Sciences will work in collaboration with a PetSmart. During the day, the dogs will stay in one of PetSmart's Everyday Adoption Centers to be available for adoption by the public, and they will go home at night with their foster families.
Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment: Purdue Scientists Unveil Breakthrough Method to Predict Chemoresistance - You Won't Believe How They Did It
In the realm of cancer treatment, time is of the essence, and each moment wasted can mean the difference between life and death. Chemotherapy, hailed as a beacon of hope in the fight against cancer, often faces a formidable adversary: chemoresistance. For patients, navigating through the maze of potential treatments can be as daunting as the disease itself. But what if there was a way to predict which treatment would be most effective, sparing patients precious time and offering renewed hope?
Unlocking the Bond: 5 Ways Homeless Pet Owners and Their Companions Thrive Together - Study Reveals
In the bustling heart of the city, where the streets serve as both shelter and stage for those without homes, a silent bond weaves through the concrete jungle—a bond between humans and their faithful companions. Despite the challenges they face, a recent study sheds light on how this unique community of homeless pet owners and their beloved animals not only survive but thrive together, illuminating a path towards better health and companionship.
Texas A&M researchers find links between human, canine brain tumors
exas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS), Baylor College of Medicine and Texas Children’s Hospital researchers have discovered that meningiomas — the most common type of brain tumor in humans and dogs — are extremely similar genetically.
Unlock Your Veterinary Success: Vet Candy Launches Free NAVLE Prep Course for veterinary students
Vet Candy, a leading online platform for veterinary professionals and enthusiasts, is excited to announce the launch of its free NAVLE prep course for veterinary students. The North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE), administered by the International Council for Veterinary Assessment (ICVA) since 2000, is a crucial requirement for licensure to practice veterinary medicine in all licensing jurisdictions in the US and Canada.