Does Exam Location Affect Stress in Dogs During Veterinary Exams? A Randomized Crossover Study
Veterinary visits can be stressful for dogs, with many exhibiting fear-related behaviors such as trembling, panting, yawning, low tail posture, and avoidance of interaction. Previous research suggests that examination tables may increase stress, particularly in dogs with prior negative veterinary experiences. However, until now, no studies had directly compared stress levels in dogs examined on a table versus the floor under standardized conditions.
Feline oral squamous cell carcinoma: recent advances and future perspectives
Feline Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (FOSCC) is the most common oral cancer in cats and is characterized by aggressive local invasion, high metastatic potential, and generally poor clinical outcomes. Despite ongoing research, FOSCC remains a significant challenge for both veterinarians and cat owners. Its development is multifactorial, with genetic mutations—particularly in the TP53 gene—viral infections such as papillomavirus, environmental exposures to toxins, and chronic oral inflammation all implicated.
New Study Confirms Rapid Action of PROTAZIL® (1.56% diclazuril) Antiprotozoal Pellets for the Treatment of EPM
A new study shows PROTAZIL® (1.56% diclazuril) reaches effective levels in the cerebrospinal fluid within 12 hours, supporting its use in treating equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM). Learn more about study findings and implications for horse owners.
Benchmark study tracks trends in dog behavior
A new Virginia Tech study published in PLOS One establishes a crucial baseline for understanding dog behavior on a large scale.
The research, led by Courtney Sexton, a postdoctoral associate in the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, and her colleague Yuhuan Li from the University of Washington, utilized four years of owner-reported data from over 47,000 dogs in the Dog Aging Project, a large-scale initiative involving over 40 institutions.
Koala stress linked to disease threat
Australian researchers have revealed a clear relationship between stress and increased disease risk in koalas in South East Queensland and on the New South Wales North Coast.
Discrimination against LGBT+ individuals is a pervasive issue plaguing the veterinary profession, suggests new research
A new study from the University of Surrey and the Royal Veterinary College has highlighted the ongoing presence of discrimination and its impact on lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and other (LGBT+) veterinary professionals and students in the UK.