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Among more than 30 species of birds and mammals known to scavenge deer carcasses in New York state, bald eagles are the most vulnerable to lead poisoning from hunters’ ammunition and best bioindicator for ongoing monitoring of the hazard, new Cornell research finds.

To help local health officials and first responders learn critical health-crisis communication techniques, the Department of Public and Ecosystem Health in the College of Veterinary Medicine has developed a two-day training program for the New York State Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Services.

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Hock arthritis can cause poor performance and lameness in horses. Learn how to manage your horse after a diagnosis of this common condition.

A new study from College of Veterinary Medicine researchers finds the first genetic evidence of feline coronavirus (FCoV) transmission between a captive wild and a domestic cat.

Oklahoma’s weather is great for growing many ornamental plants, but some of these blooming beauties can be dangerous for pets. Knowing which plants are toxic is important to keep your pets safe.

Dr. Carlo Siracusa talks about best practices for crating your dog.

Maybe you’ve heard an old saying that goes like this: Dogs’ mouths are cleaner than humans’ mouths. It’s a provocative claim. 

Like a reverse fountain-of-youth, researchers have identified a single small molecule, called miR-29, that drives aging in mice and monkeys. 

Researchers in the College of Veterinary Medicine have discovered they can consistently measure reptiles’ pulse rate in an easy-to-reach spot on the back of the head, and that pulse rate corresponds to the heart rate in healthy reptiles. The technique requires an ultrasonic Doppler flow detector, a common instrument found in most veterinary clinics.