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Scientists have created a contraceptive vaccine that reduces fertility in wild horses, deer, and feral swine by up to 67%, offering a humane solution to wildlife overpopulation. Unlike existing options, this breakthrough works without harsh side effects or behavioral changes.
Engineers at UNLV created lifelike 3D-printed sea lion pelvis models that let vets practice blood draws without using sick animals or cadavers. The innovation is helping save sea lions suffering from toxic algae blooms along California's coast.
New Zealand slashed bovine tuberculosis from 1,700 infected herds to just 11 in three decades. Now Ireland is adopting the same approach to tackle a disease costing £60 million annually.
Scientists discovered that cats develop cancer through the same genetic mutations as humans, opening new paths for treatments that could save both pets and people. Nearly 500 cats helped create a "cancer map" that might lead to personalized therapies for families and their felines.
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One million high-potency vaccines arrived in South Africa this weekend to combat a devastating foot-and-mouth disease outbreak affecting over 14 million cattle. The shipment marks the first phase of a nationwide vaccination strategy, with five million more doses arriving in March.
High schoolers in Cheatham County are getting paid to learn real veterinary skills while earning credits toward professional certification. Students have already assisted in surgeries on animals from dogs to lizards.
South Africa just produced its first foot-and-mouth disease vaccine in over two decades, giving hope to farmers who've lost billions to outbreaks. The breakthrough could save the country's 12 million cattle herd and reopen closed export markets.
After two decades, South African scientists have produced the first locally made foot and mouth disease vaccine, offering hope to farmers who've watched their herds suffer. The breakthrough marks a turning point from importing vaccines to homegrown disease control.
Penn Vet researchers solved a decades-old puzzle in horse breeding, achieving successful IVF with frozen sperm for the first time. This breakthrough could transform equine reproduction by making advanced breeding techniques accessible worldwide.
Norwegian researchers are teaching horses to communicate their preferences using symbols, turning animals into active participants in their own care. The HorseVoice project could transform how the equestrian world treats horses.
That aloof stare and slow blink from your cat isn't boredom. Veterinarian Dr. Sarah Wooten explains the surprising behaviors that prove your feline friend loves you more than you think.