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Why constant learners all embrace the 5-hour rule
Source: Animal Health Digest, May 11, 2021. Link.
University of Minnesota researchers develop novel, field-deployable test for CWD
Source: University of Minnesota, April 19, 2021. Link. The team is striving for a test that could be set-up at individual stations statewide, cutting down on testing bottlenecks. “This would help prevent CWD prions from entering our food supply,” Peter Larsen, PhD, says, “And would be an important step forward in the fight against CWD.”
University of Illinois veterinarian seeks dogs for 2 clinical trials
Source: WCIA.com, via AVMA SmartBrief, Mary 13, 2021. Link. (includes video) Kari Foss, DVM, DACVIM Neurology, is seeking dogs with epilepsy and dogs with spinal cord injuries for clinical trials.
Livestock ovary research could resolve human infertility
Source: BEEF, May 14, 2021. Link. Reproductive issues contribute to billions of dollars of losses to livestock producers says James Pru, PhD. We also know there are tremendous infertility issues in humans.
The battle to stop declawing
Source: Catster, May 10, 2021. Link. Jennifer Conrad, DVM visited with Catster about the Paw Project and efforts to stop declawing.
Kitten socialization secrets
Source: Catster, April 13, 2021. Link. The best age to begin socialization is before the age of 12 weeks, while kittens are still with their mom and siblings.