Canine OA injectable gets green light
Dogs afflicted with osteoarthritis (OA) pain can soon benefit from a novel treatment.
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Single-dose parvo treatment gets USDA approval
Elanco’s Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody treatment may provide a less intensive solution by targeting the virus with single-dose efficacy in dogs.
Lentils, beans not linked to canine heart problems, researchers say
To investigate the association between ‘pulse’ ingredients typically used in grain-free dog foods (i.e. lentils, beans, peas) and instances of canine dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), U of G researchers conducted a randomized, controlled trial of 28 Siberian huskies.
Do routine, elective gonadectomies really increase dogs’ lifespan?
Many studies have reported a consistent association between canines being gonadectomized and longer average lifespan—several months to two years longer in females, and none to over a year longer in males. However, the methodology of these studies should be carefully assessed before accepting that the association between being gonadectomized and lifespan reflects a causal relationship.
Dog bite education, awareness helps minimize surrenders
Helping owners understand dogs’ behavioral cues can go a long way in promoting peaceful coexistence between people and their canine companions.