Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration granted the first conditional approval under its expanded authority to KBroVet-CA1 (potassium bromide chewable tablets) to control seizures in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy. Idiopathic epilepsy is a type of seizure disorder without a known cause. KBroVet-CA1 works by stabilizing neurons in the central nervous system to reduce the [...]
Today, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration conditionally approved Laverdia-CA1 (verdinexor tablets) to treat dogs with lymphoma, a type of cancer of the lymph nodes and lymphatic system. Laverdia-CA1 works to prevent certain proteins from leaving the nucleus of cancer cells, thereby allowing these proteins to control the growth and prevent the spread of cancerous cells [...]
Some English bulldogs diagnosed with a common cancer may instead have a newly described, non-cancerous syndrome called polyclonal B?cell lymphocytosis. The discovery was made by Morris Animal Foundation-funded researchers at Colorado State University during a study to better understand B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia (BCLL). The team published their findings in the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine. “This could [...]
After lengthy, unsuccessful negotiations to line up flight arrangements for his return to Norway, it finally happened in grand style last June. Actually, that trip probably rivaled the thrill of winning the Iditarod. By then, everybody in Alaska knew about this Norwegian guy stranded with 16 dogs.
Life for Miro, a 5-year-old German shepherd, has been what his owner describes as an “emotional roller coaster” over the past two years. Several peaks and valleys have dotted his metaphorical landscape as he has gone from premiere fitness to dealing with injuries and disease. But a clinical trial at the UC Davis veterinary hospital [...]
A new canine sleep study led by the NC State College of Veterinary Medicine could serve as a baseline for research on chronic pain and cognitive dysfunction in dogs, potentially improving detection and treatment of these conditions. “The study was necessary because research on dogs and sleep has outpaced our basic knowledge about what a [...]
After this challenging year, many people are ready to unwind and spend some quality time with family, friends and pets. Some of the things that make celebrations festive this time of year can also be potentially harmful to our furry friends. The NC State College of Veterinary Medicine has some helpful tips to keep the [...]
Morris Animal Foundation is now accepting proposals for grants focused on canine health research. Grant applications are due by Wednesday, March 10, 2021, 4:59 p.m. ET. The Foundation is one of the largest nonprofit organizations worldwide that funds health studies benefiting cats, dogs, horses, llamas, alpacas and wildlife. The Foundation currently is funding 150 studies encompassing a [...]
Join the AKC Canine Health Foundation and VetVine for an informative webinar on Thursday, December 17th 2020 at 8:00 PM. Register for this webinar here. Speaker Wendy Townsend, DVM, MS, DACVO will be discussing Golden Retriever Pegmentary Uveitis. Golden Retrievers develop an eye condition that practitioners should know about – Golden Retriever Pigmentary Uveitis (GRPU). This [...]
Each week, more and more judges are taking a leap of faith, returning to the ring for the first time since early 2020. How do they feel about taking that step after a longer than anticipated time away from judging? Is there anxiety, like going to an overdue visit to the dentist? Will it be just a walk in the park? Every judge, surely, has an individualized concept of how that day will be. Read the opinions which this month’s respondents share. They are as diverse as they are thoughtful. You may or may not be surprised by them. What you will appreciate is the honesty and sincerity of each of these judges.
