Category: Member News

A new paper in Scientific Reports suggests that a combination of efforts in the field, and even postharvest techniques, can minimize risk to human health. 

Young horses are typically full of energy, running and playing with excitement, but sometimes, their quick growth can hinder their ability to frolic in the fields with their peers. Osteochondrosis Dissecans (OCD) — a condition that occurs when bones and cartilage struggle to keep up with an animal’s growth — is among those that can […]

50% of dogs in the United States are reported to be overweight and, according to a new study led by Texas A&M University and the Dog Aging Project (DAP), the cause may be a complex web of interactions between dogs, their breed background, their environment, and food motivation. For example, the study found that popular […]

Dr. John Harding (DVM), a University of Saskatchewan (USask) professor, researcher and swine practitioner at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine (WCVM), is this year’s recipient of the Merck Veterinary Award.

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Hot summer days are perfect for soaking up the sun and relaxing, but don’t forget to make sure your pets are staying cool and comfortable, too!

Principle Investigator Katarzyna Dembek Description Equine metabolic diseases are disorders that affect a horse’s metabolism, often leading to abnormal hormone function. The most common are Equine Metabolic Syndrome (EMS), linked to obesity and insulin resistance, and Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID), a condition affecting older horses due to pituitary gland dysfunction. These diseases increase the […]

Principle Investigator Kate Hepworth-Warren Description Bacterial pneumonia is a common condition in horses that most often develops after long distance transportation, viral infections, or esophageal obstruction (choke). It can lead to prolonged and expensive therapy with potential complications including sepsis, laminitis, and death. In humans and small animals with bacterial pneumonia, guidelines suggest treating with […]

Principle Investigator Rosemary Bayless Description The Bayless Lab at NC State College of Veterinary Medicine is enrolling healthy mare/foal pairs to evaluate neutrophil function from time of birth through 6 months of age. The study will consist of physical examination and blood collection from the foal and mare when the foal is 24 hours, 72 […]

Summer means more playtime outside for you and your pet. But it can also mean more exposure to pests that are hazardous to your dog or cat. Parasites can make your pet uncomfortable and even be hazardous to their health.