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Gift of a Dog: No Obligation to Return It in the Face of Peaceful and Public Possession
The Nancy Court of Appeals has just ruled on a case pitting the donor of a dog against the recipient. The original owner is contesting the gift and is seeking the return of her...
A new career path is opening up for Swiss veterinary assistants: caring for Livestock
The Swiss Veterinary Society (SVS) wants to expand the scope of practice for veterinary medical assistants (VMAs) to allow them to provide certain types of care for farm animals...
Biotechnology: A Synthetic Dog Is Expected to Revolutionize Surgical Training for Veterinarians
Based in Tampa, Florida, the biotechnology company SynDaver Labs has just developed a highly realistic and detailed canine mannequin, the SynDaver Synthetic Canine, designed to...
German Shepherd: Early Sterilization Is Associated with an Increased Incidence of Joint and Urinary Disorders
According to a study* conducted by researchers at the University of California (UC Davis), sterilization of pedigree German Shepherd dogs before the age of one triples the risk...
Xylitol: This artificial sweetener has toxicity for dogs and can even be fatal
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning dog owners about xylitol (E967) poisoning, a sweetener found in many common products and foods, including chewing gum and sugar...
Labrador: A gene may explain this dog breed's tendency toward obesity
British researchers have identified a specific genetic mutation in Labrador Retrievers that is believed to be responsible for their inability to regulate their appetite and thei...