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Many ulcers of the cornea heal successfully on their own; however, certain dogs experience refractory (or refractive) corneal ulcers. With help from the AKC Canine Health Foundation, scientists from Ohio State University investigated if a simple tetracycline treatment might be an effective way to reduce healing time.
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This collaborative study looks at new guidelines from the World Health Organization for recognizing and categorizing the many subtypes of lymphoid tumors in humans. By applying the human criteria to canine tumors, the team hopes to demonstrate that costs of treatment will be altered according to tumor type and survival will increase.
Canine myxomatous mitral valve disease is common in older dogs. Researchers are investigating the hypothesis that Serotonin (5HT) signaling contributes to the progression of this disease. Ultrasound studies and measurement of hormones will help researchers assesses disease progression.
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BCKC Raises $2,300 for Canine Health
11/17/11
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Dayna Dreger, a Ph. D. student at the University of Saskatchewan, discusses agouti signaling proteins (ASIP) and how testing for agouti alleles offers breeders / owners the opportunity to determine possible coat color outcomes from specific matings.
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