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Seattle, Wash. -- Researchers at the University of Washington have scanned the genomes of 275 unrelated dogs to discover what role human selection has had in purebred dogs. In the process, they identified 155 regions that they believe have been affected by selective breeding.

Orlando -- The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) will begin work on a new set of guidelines targeting nutrition to help veterinarians make sound recommendations to clients.

Some Merrick Beef Filet Squares may contain Salmonella.

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Hillsborough, N.J. -- A growing decline of feline veterinary care in recent years had led to the development of a new set of guidelines for cat care by the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).

County leaders say clinic not meant to compete with local veterinary practices

Cases also appear in turkeys, dogs, ferrets and pigs as swine H1N1 vaccine is developed

London, England -- A tour of the United Kingdom by Cesar Millan next year has prompted several U.K. animal welfare, behavior and training organizations to band together for a campaign that warns of possible dangers associated with some of Millan's training techniques.

A 13-year-old mixed-breed dog was confirmed last week with H1N1 influenza -- the first documented case in the United States.

Ames, Iowa - While the first known cat tested positive for the H1N1influenza virus, veterinary immunologists say more research is needed to understand the risks of cat-to-cat transmission.

Horses' condition makes it easier for vitamin E to do its work protecting cells from free-radical damage.

Dr. Allison Zwingenberger provides guidelines for identifying foxtails in dogs.

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National Report -- Studies have shown that pet owners aren't cutting back that much on creature comforts for their companions, despite the poor economy, and Honda has taken note with a new dog-friendly accessory package for its Element EX model.

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Las Vegas -- Las Vegas residents will have to make sure they aren't keeping intact pets without a special permit starting this spring or they will have to pay hefty fines.

Fort Collins, Colo. -- Secondhand smoke can trigger a variety of diseases in certain dog breeds.

The economy is hurting some clients, and practice owners nationwide are wondering about options to the standard cash, check, or credit. Almost 90 percent of practice owners told us they hold post-dated checks for clients, but is that a good idea?

National Report -- The American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV) is asking veterinarians to reach out to state health officials first if they suspect an H1N1 outbreak in a swine herd.

A total of six Calif. cities have now made some move toward declaw bans.

It's believed to be the second confirmed case in a cat, and its owners had the virus.

California -- In attempt to get their ordinances approved before a new state law takes affect that will prevent cities from passing legislation that will interfere with state-regulated professions like veterinary medicine, at least five cities have passed or are about to pass laws banning cat declawing.

At CVC San Diego, we caught up with immunologist Dr. Craig Datz to talk about the significance of the first documented case of H1N1 in a cat. Here's what he said.

Phoenix, Ariz. -- PetSmart is voluntarily recalling two Dentley's Beef Hoof products, manufactured by Pet Carousel Inc. in Sanger, Calif., due to possible salmonella contamination, according to the FDA.

The first documented case of H1N1 flu in a cat was confirmed Nov. 4.

National Report -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued an alert on the possible variation in the amounts of crystalline zinc insulin contained in the formulation of Vetsulin.