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A red-tailed hawk near death from starvation received a life-saving blood transfusion from another hawk at the University of Illinois. The emaciated bird is now strong enough to prepare for release back into the wild.
Scientists at UNLV created lifelike 3D-printed sea lion models that let veterinarians practice life-saving procedures without harming real animals. The breakthrough could help save hundreds of sea lions sickened by toxic algae blooms along California's coast.
A silver Lab named Clarice beat cancer using an experimental treatment that's now paving the way for new immunotherapy options for children. The trial combined surgery, radiation, and immune-boosting injections to save her leg and her life.
Scientists discovered that a protein marker used in human dementia research can track aging and predict life expectancy across dozens of animal species. The breakthrough could help veterinarians assess the biological age and health of beloved pets.
South Africa is tackling one of its worst disease outbreaks with an ambitious plan to vaccinate 14 million cattle over the next year. The massive campaign aims to protect farmers' livelihoods and restore the country's position as a major agricultural exporter.
Researchers found a simple light therapy that eliminates pain in small pets without drugs or side effects. The breakthrough could transform care for chinchillas, hamsters, tortoises, and other companion animals.
A veterinary professor is creating stunning 3D images of cats' hearts beating in real time, thanks to a donation made 35 years ago. The gift shows how strategic funding unlocks innovations that federal grants alone cannot support.
Dogs with lymphoma finally have treatments designed just for them. Two new FDA-approved drugs are giving veterinarians powerful, proven tools to fight one of the most common cancers in dogs.
Woody, a six-year-old dog in Portland, successfully underwent complex brain surgery to remove a skull tumor. After just three days of recovery, he's back home playing with his brother and enjoying his daily walks.