Veterinary Medicine

13 changes veterinarians would never ignore in their dogs

Katie Krebs of the School of Veterinary Medicine offers advice on observing breathing problems in cats and dogs.

Thirteen subtle changes veterinarians would never ignore in their cats

Kaitlyn Krebs of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that cats can indicate illness through behavioral changes such as hiding or spending time in unusual places.

Migratory birds mainly responsible for bird flu outbreak, experts tell Pa. lawmakers

Louise Moncla of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that avian flu viruses are being spread far geographically because of wild migratory birds.

Geddy: One tiny dog’s outsized contribution to brain surgery

A terrier mix makes history as the first patient to undergo canine neurosurgery in a collaborative effort of specialists in human and veterinary medicine using cutting-edge augmented reality technology and infrared imaging.

Are cats at risk of bird flu? What pet owners can do to protect their cats

Stephen Cole of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that avian flu is risky and fairly fatal for cats, though the number of documented feline cases has so far been low.

New strain of bird flu in Nevada reveals a concerning mutation

Louise Moncla of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that cows may be more broadly susceptible to bird flu viruses than initially thought.

How much does breed shape a dog’s health and behavior?

James A. Serpell of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that Victorian dog fanciers in the 19th century aimed to engineer the perfect physical specimen rather than creating skilled working dogs.

New bird flu infections in Nevada dairy cattle signal the virus may be here to stay

Louise Moncla of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that the H5N1 bird flu should now be classified as an endemic virus.

Art Matters

Art Matters: ‘Fantine’ collage in Ryan Veterinary Hospital

Richard Lichter, a member of the Penn Vet Board of Advisors, commissioned a piece of his late golden retriever, made up of photos of nearly 500 shelter dogs who received lifesaving care from Penn Vet.

How Penn is helping with bird flu research and disease surveillance

Faculty are working on a vaccine for the H5N1 virus, studying its transmission, and helping the state test samples from birds and mammals.

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