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    Dog blood donors wanted: Philly-area animal hospitals are building their blood supplies amid a national shortage

    Dr. Mary Beth Callan comments on the need for veterinary blood products.

    AI, Algorithms Helping to Improve Drug Testing in PA

    Dr. Mary Robinson discusses how PETRL is using AI to help improve the detection of drugs in post-race tests.

    ‘A Dangerous Virus’: Bird Flu Enters a New Phase

    Dr. Louise Moncla comments on the possibility of H5N1 becoming endemic in dairy herds.

    ‘Mysterious’ Canine Illness: What Dog Owners Should Know

    Dr. Deborah Silverstein breaks down this potential new pathogen.

    Regenerative Ag Alliance promotes stream health through agroforestry

    After meticulous planning, the Alliance planted an initial 250 trees at New Bolton Center with assistance from enthusiastic volunteers and students from Penn Vet and Weitzman. The project aims to…

    Moral Distress in Equine Veterinary Practice

    At AAEP, Dr. Liz Arbittier and Page Buck spoke about moral distress in equine veterinary practice.

    Managing Laminitis: The Horse Owner’s Role

    Dr. Andrew van Eps explains why adhering to your vet’s laminitis-care plan is critical to your horse’s well-being.

    Pets Are Vulnerable to Cold Weather, Too

    Dr. Deborah Mandell offers tips to keep your pets safe when temperatures plummet.

    An Overview of Strangles in Horses

    Dr. Ashley Boyle gives isolation tips for horses with strangles.

    Injecting Equine Cervical Articular Process Joints in the Field

    At AAEP, Dr. Elizabeth Davidson described her preferred technique for injecting the cervical articular process joints in horses.

    By the Numbers: Penn Vet’s agricultural impact

    In addition to excellence in teaching and clinical care for companion animals, Penn Vet makes indispensable contributions to the state’s agriculture sector.

    The Endangered Species Act at 50

    Ahead of the anniversary, experts from four schools across the University share their thoughts on the landmark legislation.

    Three takeaways on respiratory illness in dogs

    Deborah Silverstein of the School of Veterinary Medicine advises dog owners to stay calm but take certain precautions.

    What the ‘Mystery’ Canine Illness Means for Your Dog

    Dr. Deborah Silverstein offers tips on how to keep pets safe from respiratory disease this holiday season.

    The Systematic Equine Neurologic Exam

    Drs. Sarah Colmer and Kathryn Sullivan walk through the steps of a comprehensive neurologic examination.

    Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Veterinary Medicine Shed New Light on the Evolution of Adaptive Immunity in Cold-Blooded Vertebrates

    [December 1, 2023; Philadelphia, PA] – Upon infection or immunization, all jawed vertebrate species generate proteins called antibodies that bind and neutralize pathogens. Strong and long-lasting antibody responses in warm-blooded…

    Mysterious dog illness with respiratory symptoms detected in Pennsylvania: officials

    Dr. Deborah Mandell comments on the “mystery” illness.

    Respiratory canine illness may not be as mysterious as previously thought, says Philadelphia veterinarian

    Dr. Deborah Silverstein weighs in on the “mystery” illness.

    Keeping Arthritic Senior Horses Comfortable

    Dr. Kara Brown, Kyla Ortved, and Jose Garcia-Lopez offer tips to help manage arthritis in older horses.

    What’s New in Preventing and Treating Laminitis in Horses

    Dr. Andrew van Eps presented on new methods at the 2023 Saratoga Vet & Farrier Conference.