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Parasitologist, human allergist, entomologist shine a spotlight on this spotted tick.

You can speak up and tell your doctor what your pain level is on a scale of 1 to 5, but it’s not that simple for an animal. Veterinarians need to be aware of the sometimes subtle signs of pain in pets and be ready to take the next steps to alleviate additional suffering.

In this week’s world news roundup: the high cost of pet insurance in Australia, an African entrepreneur’s answer to the country’s counterfeit drug problem, and canine ring bearers denied their duties at an Italian wedding.

Researchers are developing coding systems that would enable them to read animal facial expressions.

Fecal extraintestinal pathogenic E. coli from chickens may infect humans and poultry, causing severe disease and significant economic losses.

Don't shrink from treating exotics. Dr. Robert Miller assures you that you got this.

Crum & Forster sells inaugural policy for rescued miniature horse Kachina.

Pet Owner Paths research pinpoints differences in how younger pet owners choose pet care.

Advocates have petitioned the American Board of Veterinary Specialties for recognition of a new veterinary specialty—botanical medicine.

After hearing negative emotional sounds from dogs or humans, dogs demonstrated emotional contagion by matching the emotional state of the sound.

Researchers discovered 3 distinct avulaviruses in Antarctic penguins, suggesting that Antarctic penguins may carry multiple avulavirus species.

Emergency and critical care specialist Dr. Garret Pachtinger shares the veterinary monitors he couldnt live without and explains why theyre so vital.

Everyday helpful information, whether you treat or refer your canine lymphoma cases.

Early diagnosis of musculoskeletal pain in horses is key in preventing lameness and enabling optimal performance. How can a horse’s facial expressions help with early pain detection?

According to a new report, the analysis of 3328 mouse genes revealed models for 360 human diseases.

A rare pale white tiger was spotted in India, Chinese youth are showing more humane attitudes toward wildlife, a national bird flu vaccine program was instituted throughout China, and more in this week's world news roundup.

Two poster presentations at the 2017 ACVIM conference reported the results of recent research into equine PPID.

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A recent study has provided insight on the cutaneous bacterial microbiota of healthy cats and cats with allergic skin disease.

Elizabethan collars are so four centuries ago. Is it time to step into the present with these new takes on the old solution to post-treatment patients biting or scratching themselves?

The cat, which had history of heartworm disease, presented with rear leg lameness.

New dermatology drugs give veterinarians and pet owners great new options for managing pruritus, but navigating the best use of each one can be tricky. Heres a guide to using two newcomers effectively.

Researchers have found that the chance of finding a tick on someone in your household doubles if you own a dog or cat, potentially increasing the risk for tickborne disease transmission among people.

Obesity is a major health issue in the United States, one that affects both people and pets. Which states have the portliest pets?

Study results suggest that laparoscopic OVE can be used to train veterinary students in laparoscopic techniques.

Over and over again, we veterinarians hear it from our clients: Our pets die better than we do. In many cases, theyre right.

Pet owners need hospice and euthanasia help in your patients rough moments. Brush up on your client communication and manage these exam room and home encounters right.

These minuscule beasties can wreak havoc across animal species (and your veterinary clients, too). Here are tips to stop 'em.

Ancient DNA analysis reveals clues about how cats dispersed throughout the ancient world and became domesticated.

How much do you love your digital radiography system? Is it an obsession or just a fling? We asked survey-takers to share the opinions on what digital radiography does for their productivity in practice and what itll look like in the future.