Dogs
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.
Ryan Hospital Launches Canine Hydrotherapy Services
Addition of Underwater Treadmill Expands Treatment Options for Arthritis, Rehabilitation
Penn Vet Working Dog Center researchers have identified a field-applicable way to help dogs cool down after exercise (link is external)
As the director of the Penn Vet Working Dog Center, Cynthia Otto sees that, because working dogs are selected for high motivation, their drive can override physiological signs that they’re getting too hot.…
Social determinants of dog behavior
The environments where people are born, live, learn, work, and age can have drastic impacts on their health. As humans and pets share physical and social environments, these same environmental…
Feasibility and perioperative outcomes regarding ultra-low dose indocyanine green for indirect cholangiography during laparoscopic cholecystectomy in dogs
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is a minimally invasive surgery to remove the gallbladder. This is commonly performed in people with gallbladder disease such as inflammation, infection, or mucocele formation.