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Washington Examinerpolitics2 days ago
U.S. confirms first New World screwworm cases in dog and goat
The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed the first case of the New World screwworm parasite in a dog in June and a second case in a goat in Texas. The World Health Organization declared a separate hantavirus outbreak over on Thursday.
forbes.comfinance16 days ago
Beagle Rescue Prompts Renewed Scrutiny of Animal Research Practices
A May rescue of 1,500 beagles from a Wisconsin farm drew national attention to animal welfare standards in research settings. A veterinarian's new book examines how federal rules and state laws have changed procedures over four decades.
oneindia.comworld28 days ago
FDA Grants Emergency Use of Nitenpyram for Screwworm in Pets
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized nitenpyram tablets for dogs and cats weighing at least two pounds and four weeks old. The drug is the first generic approved against New World screwworm larvae.
usmagazine.comscience33 days ago
Dog study links rapamycin to reduced brain inflammation in dementia cases
A pilot study of 12 dogs with dementia found lower levels of inflammatory cells in those given rapamycin. Ralph, a family dog enrolled in the Dog Aging Project, contributed brain tissue after his death in December.
upi.comscience35 days ago
New World Screwworm Found in Texas Calf
A larva of the new world screwworm was identified in a calf in Texas. A veterinarian at Schwarzman Animal Medical Center addressed questions about the finding.
nbcnews.comworld43 days ago
Baby Gorilla Delivered by Cesarean Section at Seattle Zoo
A western lowland gorilla at Woodland Park Zoo gave birth Sunday via cesarean section after an ultrasound showed decreased amniotic fluid. The 5.4-pound newborn and mother are reported in good health.
secretldn.comworld72 days ago
London Zoo Plans Viewing Gallery for Veterinary Procedures on 200th Anniversary
London Zoo, operated by the Zoological Society of London, announced a new £20 million wildlife health facility funded by an anonymous donation. The center will feature the UK's first veterinary hospital viewing gallery, allowing visitors to observe procedures like animal health c…
indiatoday.intoday.inworld92 days ago
Loyal Develops Daily Pill LOY-002 to Slow Aging in Senior Dogs Under FDA Review
Biotech company Loyal is developing LOY-002, a beef-flavored daily pill for dogs aged 10 and older weighing more than 14 pounds. The treatment targets insulin-like growth factor 1 (IGF-1) to slow biological aging and potentially extend lifespan. It has completed two of three FDA…