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Breed-related disease: Egyptian Mau
The Egyptian Mau is an African wild cat that is thought to be the cat originally domesticated by the Egyptians over 4,000 years ago. Cats depicted in ancient Egyptian artwork resemble the spotted Egyptian Mau and show that they were used for duck hunting as well as being worshipped by a cat cult. Feline genome…
Hurricanes, bacteria, parasites: More curveballs in the saga that is 2020
Tony McReynolds – 8/20/2020 When the Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) released its annual 2020 national parasite forecast in April, it predicted that cases of heartworm would be higher than average this year, especially along the Atlantic coast and Mississippi River. On top of that, the 2020 hurricane season, predicted to be more active than usual, is…
Bioguard Shows Support to TCVA During the Association’s 15th 2nd Member Conference and 2020-2 Academic Seminar
The Bioguard Corporation supports 15th Taoyuan City Veterinarians Association 2nd Member Conference and 2020-2 Academic Seminar as one of the event’s major sponsors last August 23, 2020 in Taoyuan City, Taiwan. With COVID 19 safety protocols, the assembly was held. Members of the association were present on the gathering. Bioguard had their booth wherein high…
Fresh research highlights painkiller’s impact on TB bacteria
5 mins to read Fresh research highlights painkiller’s impact on TB bacteria Seven-year study sheds new light on how NSAID carprofen, commonly used in cats and dogs, could be repurposed in fight against drug-resistant tuberculosis. Paul Imrie August 21, 2020 A seven-year multicentre research study has shed new light on how NSAID carprofen, commonly used by…
Breed-related disease: Chow Chow
The Chow Chow, among the world’s most singular and possibly oldest breeds, is depicted in artifacts of China’s Han Dynasty (c. 206 b.c.), but evidence suggests Chows go back much further and are progenitors of other spitz-type breeds—from the burly Norwegian Elkhound to the dainty Pomeranian. Chows have played many roles during their long history.…
Call For Clarity On Vet Checks As Next Round Of EU Negotiations Begins
Call For Clarity On Vet Checks As Next Round Of EU Negotiations Begins By BVA The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has added its weight to calls for clarity on the arrangements for the movement of animals and animal products after the transition period, as the UK and EU enter the seventh round of…