Pet ethics, 12-foot puppet Little Amal, trivia & things to do Penn In the News WHYY (Philadelphia) Pet ethics, 12-foot puppet Little Amal, trivia & things to do James Serpell of the School of Veterinary Medicine discusses the ethics of caring for a pet and pet relationships. Bulldogs, pugs and other snout-less dogs will suffer as climate change worsens, experts warn Penn In the News Salon.com Bulldogs, pugs and other snout-less dogs will suffer as climate change worsens, experts warn James A. Serpel of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that brachycephalic dog breeds that appear to lack snouts are more susceptible to heat stress and overheating, especially if they are overweight. Penn Vet students helping animals and their owners in Thailand Allison Oakes examines a cat at the Bangkok clinic. (Image: Claire Clemens) Penn Vet students helping animals and their owners in Thailand This summer, 14 students from the School of Veterinary Medicine traveled to Thailand to spay and neuter cats and dogs for owners who would otherwise be unable to afford the procedures. Dogs can age healthier by socializing with humans and pets, study says Penn In the News The Washington Post Dogs can age healthier by socializing with humans and pets, study says Clara Wilson of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that some dogs may find social interactions stressful and that it may not be in the dog’s best interests to force those interactions. A museum of ‘electrifying frankness’ weighs dialing it down Penn In the News The New York Times A museum of ‘electrifying frankness’ weighs dialing it down Dean Richardson of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that biology is a marvel, better understood if people recognize that its complexities must inevitably lead to some “errors.” Hemangiosarcoma in dogs: What to know Penn In the News American Kennel Club Hemangiosarcoma in dogs: What to know A clinical trial at the School of Veterinary Medicine will examine the safety and efficacy of copanlisib, a chemotherapy drug used by humans, in dogs. Could we breed cows that emit less methane? Penn Vet’s Dipti Pitta is investigating whether it’s possible to selectively breed dairy cows to have more efficient microbiomes. (Image: Chris Boyle) Could we breed cows that emit less methane? In a new study, researchers from the School of Veterinary Medicine identified attributes of low-methane-emitting dairy cows that could be used as targets for selective breeding. Philadelphia family starts a canine cancer research fund at Penn Vet Penn In the News Philadelphia Inquirer Philadelphia family starts a canine cancer research fund at Penn Vet Joy and Michael Harris have started the Miso Harris Research Fund for canine cancer at the School of Veterinary Medicine in honor of their cocker spaniel, Miso. Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Penn In the News CBS Philadelphia Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Veterinarians and imaging technicians at the School of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center take mobile X-rays of injured horses’ knees. PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Penn In the News Horse Talk PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Hope Douglas of the School of Veterinary Medicine is exploring equine discomfort behaviors and their association with epidural morphine administration. Load More
Bulldogs, pugs and other snout-less dogs will suffer as climate change worsens, experts warn Penn In the News Salon.com Bulldogs, pugs and other snout-less dogs will suffer as climate change worsens, experts warn James A. Serpel of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that brachycephalic dog breeds that appear to lack snouts are more susceptible to heat stress and overheating, especially if they are overweight. Penn Vet students helping animals and their owners in Thailand Allison Oakes examines a cat at the Bangkok clinic. (Image: Claire Clemens) Penn Vet students helping animals and their owners in Thailand This summer, 14 students from the School of Veterinary Medicine traveled to Thailand to spay and neuter cats and dogs for owners who would otherwise be unable to afford the procedures. Dogs can age healthier by socializing with humans and pets, study says Penn In the News The Washington Post Dogs can age healthier by socializing with humans and pets, study says Clara Wilson of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that some dogs may find social interactions stressful and that it may not be in the dog’s best interests to force those interactions. A museum of ‘electrifying frankness’ weighs dialing it down Penn In the News The New York Times A museum of ‘electrifying frankness’ weighs dialing it down Dean Richardson of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that biology is a marvel, better understood if people recognize that its complexities must inevitably lead to some “errors.” Hemangiosarcoma in dogs: What to know Penn In the News American Kennel Club Hemangiosarcoma in dogs: What to know A clinical trial at the School of Veterinary Medicine will examine the safety and efficacy of copanlisib, a chemotherapy drug used by humans, in dogs. Could we breed cows that emit less methane? Penn Vet’s Dipti Pitta is investigating whether it’s possible to selectively breed dairy cows to have more efficient microbiomes. (Image: Chris Boyle) Could we breed cows that emit less methane? In a new study, researchers from the School of Veterinary Medicine identified attributes of low-methane-emitting dairy cows that could be used as targets for selective breeding. Philadelphia family starts a canine cancer research fund at Penn Vet Penn In the News Philadelphia Inquirer Philadelphia family starts a canine cancer research fund at Penn Vet Joy and Michael Harris have started the Miso Harris Research Fund for canine cancer at the School of Veterinary Medicine in honor of their cocker spaniel, Miso. Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Penn In the News CBS Philadelphia Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Veterinarians and imaging technicians at the School of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center take mobile X-rays of injured horses’ knees. PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Penn In the News Horse Talk PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Hope Douglas of the School of Veterinary Medicine is exploring equine discomfort behaviors and their association with epidural morphine administration. Load More
Penn Vet students helping animals and their owners in Thailand Allison Oakes examines a cat at the Bangkok clinic. (Image: Claire Clemens) Penn Vet students helping animals and their owners in Thailand This summer, 14 students from the School of Veterinary Medicine traveled to Thailand to spay and neuter cats and dogs for owners who would otherwise be unable to afford the procedures.
Dogs can age healthier by socializing with humans and pets, study says Penn In the News The Washington Post Dogs can age healthier by socializing with humans and pets, study says Clara Wilson of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that some dogs may find social interactions stressful and that it may not be in the dog’s best interests to force those interactions. A museum of ‘electrifying frankness’ weighs dialing it down Penn In the News The New York Times A museum of ‘electrifying frankness’ weighs dialing it down Dean Richardson of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that biology is a marvel, better understood if people recognize that its complexities must inevitably lead to some “errors.” Hemangiosarcoma in dogs: What to know Penn In the News American Kennel Club Hemangiosarcoma in dogs: What to know A clinical trial at the School of Veterinary Medicine will examine the safety and efficacy of copanlisib, a chemotherapy drug used by humans, in dogs. Could we breed cows that emit less methane? Penn Vet’s Dipti Pitta is investigating whether it’s possible to selectively breed dairy cows to have more efficient microbiomes. (Image: Chris Boyle) Could we breed cows that emit less methane? In a new study, researchers from the School of Veterinary Medicine identified attributes of low-methane-emitting dairy cows that could be used as targets for selective breeding. Philadelphia family starts a canine cancer research fund at Penn Vet Penn In the News Philadelphia Inquirer Philadelphia family starts a canine cancer research fund at Penn Vet Joy and Michael Harris have started the Miso Harris Research Fund for canine cancer at the School of Veterinary Medicine in honor of their cocker spaniel, Miso. Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Penn In the News CBS Philadelphia Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Veterinarians and imaging technicians at the School of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center take mobile X-rays of injured horses’ knees. PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Penn In the News Horse Talk PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Hope Douglas of the School of Veterinary Medicine is exploring equine discomfort behaviors and their association with epidural morphine administration. Load More
A museum of ‘electrifying frankness’ weighs dialing it down Penn In the News The New York Times A museum of ‘electrifying frankness’ weighs dialing it down Dean Richardson of the School of Veterinary Medicine says that biology is a marvel, better understood if people recognize that its complexities must inevitably lead to some “errors.” Hemangiosarcoma in dogs: What to know Penn In the News American Kennel Club Hemangiosarcoma in dogs: What to know A clinical trial at the School of Veterinary Medicine will examine the safety and efficacy of copanlisib, a chemotherapy drug used by humans, in dogs. Could we breed cows that emit less methane? Penn Vet’s Dipti Pitta is investigating whether it’s possible to selectively breed dairy cows to have more efficient microbiomes. (Image: Chris Boyle) Could we breed cows that emit less methane? In a new study, researchers from the School of Veterinary Medicine identified attributes of low-methane-emitting dairy cows that could be used as targets for selective breeding. Philadelphia family starts a canine cancer research fund at Penn Vet Penn In the News Philadelphia Inquirer Philadelphia family starts a canine cancer research fund at Penn Vet Joy and Michael Harris have started the Miso Harris Research Fund for canine cancer at the School of Veterinary Medicine in honor of their cocker spaniel, Miso. Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Penn In the News CBS Philadelphia Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Veterinarians and imaging technicians at the School of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center take mobile X-rays of injured horses’ knees. PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Penn In the News Horse Talk PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Hope Douglas of the School of Veterinary Medicine is exploring equine discomfort behaviors and their association with epidural morphine administration. Load More
Hemangiosarcoma in dogs: What to know Penn In the News American Kennel Club Hemangiosarcoma in dogs: What to know A clinical trial at the School of Veterinary Medicine will examine the safety and efficacy of copanlisib, a chemotherapy drug used by humans, in dogs. Could we breed cows that emit less methane? Penn Vet’s Dipti Pitta is investigating whether it’s possible to selectively breed dairy cows to have more efficient microbiomes. (Image: Chris Boyle) Could we breed cows that emit less methane? In a new study, researchers from the School of Veterinary Medicine identified attributes of low-methane-emitting dairy cows that could be used as targets for selective breeding. Philadelphia family starts a canine cancer research fund at Penn Vet Penn In the News Philadelphia Inquirer Philadelphia family starts a canine cancer research fund at Penn Vet Joy and Michael Harris have started the Miso Harris Research Fund for canine cancer at the School of Veterinary Medicine in honor of their cocker spaniel, Miso. Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Penn In the News CBS Philadelphia Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Veterinarians and imaging technicians at the School of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center take mobile X-rays of injured horses’ knees. PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Penn In the News Horse Talk PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Hope Douglas of the School of Veterinary Medicine is exploring equine discomfort behaviors and their association with epidural morphine administration. Load More
Could we breed cows that emit less methane? Penn Vet’s Dipti Pitta is investigating whether it’s possible to selectively breed dairy cows to have more efficient microbiomes. (Image: Chris Boyle) Could we breed cows that emit less methane? In a new study, researchers from the School of Veterinary Medicine identified attributes of low-methane-emitting dairy cows that could be used as targets for selective breeding.
Philadelphia family starts a canine cancer research fund at Penn Vet Penn In the News Philadelphia Inquirer Philadelphia family starts a canine cancer research fund at Penn Vet Joy and Michael Harris have started the Miso Harris Research Fund for canine cancer at the School of Veterinary Medicine in honor of their cocker spaniel, Miso. Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Penn In the News CBS Philadelphia Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Veterinarians and imaging technicians at the School of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center take mobile X-rays of injured horses’ knees. PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Penn In the News Horse Talk PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Hope Douglas of the School of Veterinary Medicine is exploring equine discomfort behaviors and their association with epidural morphine administration. Load More
Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Penn In the News CBS Philadelphia Chester County farm helps retired racehorses find a new life Veterinarians and imaging technicians at the School of Veterinary Medicine’s New Bolton Center take mobile X-rays of injured horses’ knees. PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Penn In the News Horse Talk PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Hope Douglas of the School of Veterinary Medicine is exploring equine discomfort behaviors and their association with epidural morphine administration. Load More
PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Penn In the News Horse Talk PPID studies among seven new equine research projects Hope Douglas of the School of Veterinary Medicine is exploring equine discomfort behaviors and their association with epidural morphine administration.