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Latest Veterinary News & Clinical Insights

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Dogs May Be Stressing Wildlife More Than We Realize, 12-Year Study Reveals

A 12-year study found that domestic dogs cause significant stress in California ground squirrels, highlighting the hidden impacts of pets on wildlife and the importance of responsible recreation.

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Elephant genomes reveal a past of continental connectivity and a future of increasing isolation

In the largest genomic mapping of Africa's elephants, an international team of researchers shows that elephant history is defined by the ability to move across large distances and exchange genes throughout the African continent.

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Wildlife trade increases pathogen transmission

A study conducted at the Department of Ecology and Evolution of the University of Lausanne (Unil) quantifies the impact of wildlife trade on the exchange of germs and parasites between animals and humans. It was published on 9 April 2026 in the journal Science.wu

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Thermal drone monitoring a promising way to monitor dolphin health

Australia’s beloved dolphin populations face growing pressures from environmental changes and human activity, increasing the need for reliable, accessible and non-invasive tools to monitor their health and support conservation and management.

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Improved fertility diagnostics could boost bird conservation breeding programmes, say scientists

A new analytical method is revealing how conservationists can further boost breeding programmes dedicated to saving some of the world’s most threatened species, according to new research led by the University of Sheffield and ZSL.

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Breakthrough in Avian Influenza Control: Vaccination Trial Offers Lifeline for New Zealand’s Rarest Birds

New Zealand veterinarians and scientists have achieved a world-first breakthrough by successfully vaccinating critically endangered bird species, including the kākāpō and takahē, against avian influenza. The trial showed strong antibody responses in four species, offering hope for preventing extinction from H5N1 outbreaks. This landmark initiative highlights the vital role of veterinary medicine in wildlife conservation and ecosystem protection.

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