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A recent study reported bacterial dysbiosis in dogs sensitized to, then challenged with, house dust mite (HDM) allergens.

At the Atlantic Coast Veterinary Conference, Valerie Fadok, DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVD, discussed treatment for feline skin syndromes.

In a recent study, investigators conducted bone density (BD) analysis of healthy and diseased elbow joints in Labrador retrievers and Golden retrievers.

Oftentimes, a phone query may be difficult to convert into an appointment. At the Atlantic Coast Veterinary Conference, Amanda Donnelly, MBA, DVM, discussed strategies to change that.

According to a study published in Virology, researchers are on the path to creating a new vaccine that can be used in the battle against canine influenza.

New research may have uncovered how snakes have evolved to be limbless.

The study results could be applied to tests that can be utilized to create tests to help improve the palatability of veterinary pharmaceuticals for cats.

In his presentation, Dr. Ketring pointed out that myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is not a uniquely human condition.

Treating preventable genetic diseases in purebreds is unethical unless we condemn the breeding practices that lead to suffering along with the sale of afflicted animals.

Dr. Marty Becker has some predictionserr, we mean predogtionsfor the veterinary world a few years down the road.

According to a recent study, voided urine specimens that are refrigerated and cultured on the same day of collection can be used to accurately diagnose urinary tract infections in dogs.

Researchers from Queen Mary University in London, England, have found evidence that indicates an emotion-like states in bees.

In an article recently published in Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reported seven cases of human baylisascariasis, the cases occurring in six states from May 2013 through December 2015.

The itch. The scratch. The irritation. Atopic dermatitis is likely one of the most common dermatologic problems you see in veterinary practice. We at dvm360 have curated our best, most informative articles about this topic to help you diagnose and treat it efficiently and effectively. And we'll keep you on top of new developments as they arise.

In recent decades, it has become well known that animals use plants to self-medicate.

A study finds that the canine H3N8 influenza vaccine provides partial cross-protection against canine H3N2 influenza in mice.

A recent study conducted by researchers from Genoscoper Laboratories reveals dog breeds at risk for hereditary disorders.

A report published in the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine analyzed body condition score and prognosis in dogs with lymphosarcoma and osteosarcoma.

A new paper explores the nutritional adequacy of vegetarian diets for pets and how they compare to meat-based diets.

Behavioral model reveals subconscious beliefs that restrict good pain management

In two recently published studies, afoxolaner and fluralaner eliminated Sarcoptes scabiei infestations and improved clinical signs of sarcoptic mange in dogs.

A recent study examines the perceptions of tail docking and ear cropping in dogs.

The British Veterinary Association recently published results of a survey which revealed 98% of veterinarians are asked to euthanize a healthy pet.

Recently, scientists with the United States Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases (USAMRIID) have identified a new virus that contains different segments of genetic material in separate particles, otherwise known as a “multicomponent” virus.

In a review article published in Frontiers in Veterinary Science, Luca Aresu, DVM, PhD, from the University of Padova, Legnaro, Italy, reviews some of the most recent advances and the characteristics of canine DLBCL.

The bond between humans and their companion animals has been shown to influence the care pets receive. Cultivating the human-animal bond can benefit veterinary practice.

A review article explores possible reasons that might explain why cats and dogs are not susceptible to all of the same types of diseases.

A new study has found that animal-assisted therapy can help fight homesickness in first-year university students.