Monthly Archives: December 2011

Bayer Launches “Lost Pet Alert Network” to Help Reunite Missing Pets with their Owners With millions of homeless pets currently housed at overburdened animal shelters or wandering free on the streets, Bayer HealthCare LLC, Animal Health Division announced today the … Continue reading →

AAVMC seeks new Executive Director The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges is now seeking applications for executive director, following the Oct. 31 resignation of veterinarian Marguerite Pappaioanou.

Chromosomal ‘Breakpoints’ Linked to Canine Cancer North Carolina State University researchers have uncovered evidence that evolutionary “breakpoints” on canine chromosomes are also associated with canine cancer.

Maureen Walsh is Winn Feline Foundation’s New CEO Winn Feline Foundation, a non-profit fundraiser for feline research studies, hired Maureen Walsh as CEO. In her new role for the Hillsborough, N.J., foundation, Walsh will focus on building brand awareness. She … Continue reading →

AKC Canine Health Foundation Awards Annual Research Grants The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation is committing more than $1.5 million on research grants in 2012, the Raleigh, N.C. organization has reported.

New Joint Venture Launches Canine Lymphoma Test A new canine lymphoma diagnostic kit that can differentiate patients with lymphadenopathy due to lymphoma from ones with lymphadenopathy due to other ailments, such as lymphoid hyperplasia has been launched.

Overuse of Antibiotics a Serious Threat to Public Safety The Bella Moss Foundation is heading a campaign to raise awareness of the overuse of antibiotics in pets, which is leading to a significant rise in cases of MRSA in owners.

FDA begins testing pet food products for salmonella The food and drug administration (FDA) has begun testing pet food and treats for salmonella contamination. While this inspection will help to prevent salmonella bacteria from infecting pets, the FDA’s primary concern … Continue reading →

FDA Approves Drug to Treat Signs of Equine Cushing’s Disease Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica Inc. has received approval from the Food and Drug Administration to market a drug for treatment of the clinical signs associated with pituitary pars intermedia dysfunction (PPID), … Continue reading →