Veterinary cardiologists: Does grain‑free dog food cause heart disease?
Cardiologists at WSU’s College of Veterinary Medicine have made a breakthrough on the link between dog heart disease and grain‑free diets.
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Things college students should consider before getting a pet
By Charlie Powell, WSU College of Veterinary Medicine PULLMAN, Wash. – Washington State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is recommending that college students consider all aspects of pet ownership before taking the plunge.
March 25: Using livestock guardian dogs for predator control
By Kate Ryan, WSU Extension MONROE, Wash. – A workshop about using livestock guardian dogs for predator control will be held 1-4 p.m. Saturday, March 25, in the Qualco Energy Conference Room, 18117 203rd St. SE, Monroe, hosted by Washington State University Snohomish County Extension.
Rabies vaccine found effective even after warm storage
By Marcia Hill Gossard, College of Veterinary Medicine PULLMAN, Wash. – A Washington State University-led research team determined rabies vaccines stored at warmer temperatures still protect against the disease in dogs.
Through mid-May: Exhibit features local shelter animals
By Nella Letizia, WSU Libraries PULLMAN, Wash. – Kyla Lakin’s dogs and cats stare out of her paintings with trust, alertness and hope, much as they did in life. The Washington State University student knew them all as temporary residents of the Humane Society of the Palouse (HSOP) in Moscow, Idaho, before they became the […]
Dog disease in lions spread by multiple species
By Linda Weiford, WSU News PULLMAN, Wash. – In natural ecosystems, a deadly virus can jump between species and thrive, thereby threatening vulnerable animal populations, according to findings of a recently published study.
Scorpion-derived ‘tumor paint’ helps dogs at WSU
By Linda Weiford, WSU News PULLMAN, WASH. – Not only can scorpion venom make us sick, but one forward whip of the creature’s tail delivers a sting that strikes like flame.
Dog noses deployed at Oso, oceans, airports
By Linda Weiford, WSU News PULLMAN, Wash. – With all the heavy machinery and detection instruments being used to comb through debris at the Oso, Wash., landslide zone, there’s a small wet object getting heavy usage that deserves a closer look.
March 30: Early deadline for Canine Canter 5K fun run
PULLMAN, Wash. – Dogs and their owners will team up for a three-mile fun run or walk at 8 a.m. Saturday, April 12, at Washington State University. Humans without dogs are also welcome.
Dogs with arthritis sought for treatment studies
PULLMAN, Wash. – Dogs with arthritis are being sought for two studies in veterinary clinical sciences at Washington State University Pullman.