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Chicago Sun-Times (Feb. 5) – The current strain of avian influenza has mutated to transmit among mammals, including cows, cats and zoo animals. The current risk to household pets is from raw or undercooked pet…
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Helping Wildlife Babies

April 12, 2024 / In the News

ciLiving (WCIA-TV; April 11) – Jacob Dalen, a veterinary student and wildlife ambassador care coordinator, and Sydney Oliveira, the program coordinator for the Wildlife Medical Clinic, offer information on what to do if you find…
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Chiropractic for Pets

April 09, 2024 / In the News

ciLiving (WCIA-TV; April 8) – Dr. Catherine Foreman-Hesterberg from the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital explains how small animal patients can benefit from chiropractic adjustments, in conjunction with more traditional forms of veterinary care….
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The Circadian Rhythms of Degus

March 28, 2024 / In the News

Unexpected Elements (BBC Radio; Feb. 22) – Dr. Megan Mahoney answers a question from a listener about how circadian rhythms in pet degus may impact their life expectancy. Note: Dr. Mahoney‘s segment begins around 37:30….
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End-of-Life Decisions for Pets

March 26, 2024 / In the News

News-Gazette (March 10) – Euthanasia allows pet parents and veterinarians to provide a peaceful end to a pet’s pain and suffering. But the decision to pursue it may be difficult for owners because of conflicting…
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Dilated Cardiomyopathy: Heart Disease in Dogs, New Trial

March 26, 2024 / In the News

News-Gazette (March 16) – Dr. Sumana Prabhakar, a veterinarian who is pursuing specialization in cardiology at the University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine, helps explain dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), a situation where a “big heart”…
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