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Demystifying genomic technology for veterinary researchers

The School of Veterinary Medicine’s Center for Host-Microbial Interactions helps researchers delving into ‘omics’ to promote animal and human health.

Do dogs get headaches?

The School of Veterinary Medicine’s Charles Vite discussed whether or not dogs can get headaches. While Vite believes dogs with brain tumors probably do suffer from headaches, he says they’re unlikely to experience random headaches like people do. “Fortunately,” he says, “hangovers are … very rare in dogs.”

Joey the senior cat triumphs over illness with help from friends

A professor at Pen Vet who specializes in geriatric feline medicine is able to identify what was ailing Joey, a cat d’un certain âge.

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Shelter medicine is on a roll

The School of Veterinary Medicine’s Shelter Medicine Program just got a lot more nimble. They’ve unveiled a state-of-the-art mobile clinic that will expand their services to the animal shelter community.

Be careful when using natural anti-tick treatments on dogs or cats

The School of Veterinary Medicine’s Lisa Murphy said that “all-natural does not equal safe” when it comes to anti-tick treatments. But no matter what treatment you use, Murphy recommends thoroughly checking pets for ticks on a regular basis.

Penn Vet unveils mobile clinic to serve community, area shelters

Penn Vet’s Shelter Medicine Program unveiled a 40-foot mobile clinic over the weekend. The unit will provide medical and clinical assessments for animals, along with facilities to perform surgeries. The unit will also be used for humane education programs.

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Specialized surgery gets Goliath back to the farm

Diagnosed with an abnormal blood vessel in her liver, Goliath, a Great Pyrenees farm dog, underwent a successful specialized procedure at Penn Vet to correct her blood flow and get her back to work on the farm.

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Hindering melanoma metastasis with an FDA-approved drug

A drug approved by the FDA 65 years ago for blood pressure control may aid in preventing cancer from spreading to distant organs. New research led by Serge Fuchs revealed that this drug disrupted formation of a fertile environment for metastasis by protecting healthy cells from harmful vesicles released by tumors.

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Does opioid use in pets create higher risk for abuse in humans?

A new study shows a 41 percent increase in opioids for small animals over the past 10 years, indicating an avenue of potential risk for human access to opioids.

More pet insurance policies are being sold. But are they worth the cost?

The School of Veterinary Medicine’s James Serpell commented on the motivations behind purchasing pet insurance. “People are much more inclined to think of their animals like children, and treat them accordingly,” he said.

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