Dogs
New genetic cause of blindness in dogs (link is external)
In collaboration with a foundation that breeds service dogs for the visually impaired, researchers at the School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania and the University of Padova…
One Tiny Dog’s Outsized Contribution to Brain Surgery
Faculty In This Story Geddy Lee has lived a big life for a little dog. As a puppy, the tiny terrier mix was abandoned in Mississippi during a high-speed car…
Art Matters: ‘Fantine’ collage in Ryan Veterinary Hospital (link is external)
Richard Lichter, a member of the Penn Vet Board of Advisors, commissioned a piece of his late golden retriever, made up of photos of nearly 500 shelter dogs who received…
Cell Therapy for Metastatic Osteosarcoma
In this study we will investigate the therapeutic potential of a type of white blood cell known as invariant natural killer T (iNKT) cells that are made from the blood…
PSMA Ligand Based Theranostic to Treat Canine Prostatic Cancer
The purpose of this study is to assess a new targeted investigational agent called PSMA-MMAE-Pc413 combined with a laser in local and metastatic disease in dogs diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Important Tips from Penn Vet to Keep Pets Safe During the Holidays
Lisa Murphy, VMD, professor of toxicology, and Deborah Mandell, VMD, Service Head of the Emergency Service at Penn Vet’s Ryan Hospital, offer the following tips to keep pets healthy and…
6 Must-Know Thanksgiving Pet Safety Tips from Penn Vet
Thanksgiving is all about food, family, friends, and fun — but for your pets, it can be a minefield of dangerous treats and holiday hazards. To make sure your furry…
Levothyroxine for Dogs: Uses, Side Effects, and Dose Monitoring (link is external)
Dr. Rebecka Hess comments on the use of this drug to treat hypothyroidism.
Can honeybees and dogs detect cancer earlier than technology? (link is external)
Drs. Cindy Otto, Clara Wilson, and Amritha Mallikarjun comment on canine cancer detection.