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A pit bull terrier stole the hearts of–literally–millions online for his aversion to working out. The dog, named “Petri,” went viral for his sass and stubbornness. Petri, who has multi-joint osteoarthritis, was filmed during rehabilitation…
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Equine herpesviruses are very common in horses. While they most commonly cause mild respiratory signs, sometimes they can cause neurologic disease (herpesvirus encephalitis). Clinical signs of herpesvirus encephalitis include: The highest risk of disease spread…
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In 2012, five Illinois veterinary students established a chapter of VOICE, a national organization that started in 2007. VOICE was created as “a student-run organization that seeks to increase awareness, respect, and sensitivity to differences…
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University of Illinois veterinary students have enjoyed experiences in six continents and 16 countries through the College of Veterinary Medicine international programs. After being suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic, the program blossomed again under Dr….
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Dr. James Lowe, a professor of veterinary clinical medicine at the U. of I., describes the factors that influence infection with the H5N1 virus in a variety of animals. The H5N1 virus attacks specific body…
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