Animal Health Topic

A small 3-ounce sensor capable of recording 2,400 data points of movement in a second could be key in reducing injuries to racehorses.

Blooms occur in bodies of fresh water and exposure can be deadly to animals.

Veterinary medicine researchers received a grant to study the impact of a controversial drug administered to thoroughbred racehorses before most races in the United States.

The new Large and Agricultural Animal Ambulatory Service offers preventative and general care for cattle, horses, camelids and other large mammals in a 60‑mile radius around WSU Pullman on weekdays.

Veterinary surgeons training for laparoscopic surgeries could soon be able to perfect their skills in a virtual reality simulation before ever performing the procedures on live patients.

Water is crucial to helping animals stay cool, and owners should provide a continuous supply of cool, clean water. This is particularly important for animals that are lactating or pregnant.

Many horse owners purchase painkilling and potentially dangerous drugs without having a veterinarian examine their horse first, a WSU-led survey found.

Pain is universal and one of the most common feelings animals can convey. Most owners can detect a limp or a painful cry, but pain that’s chronic or moderate enough to withstand takes more scrutiny to recognize. When it comes to detecting pain, you should look for a change or abnormality in your pet’s behavior. […]

Integrative veterinary medicine is a comprehensive approach to animal health.