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- Zoo temporarily shutters exhibit after bird dies of zoonotic disease
Zoo Atlanta has temporarily closed its parakeet exhibit after staff identified psittacosis in a bird that died. The zoo will test the rest of the flock and clean the exhibit before it is opened again. Psittacosis, also called ornithosis or parrot fever, is transmitted to humans exposed to feces or debris from infected birds. Symptoms are usually mild in people and include fever, headache, chills and respiratory infections. SeattlePI.com/The Associated Press
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- Auburn unveils vaccine platform for intracellular pathogens
Auburn University veterinary school researchers have designed a novel vaccine platform for intracellular pathogens such as malaria and tuberculosis. Both humans and animals can benefit from vaccines based on this research, but developing the veterinary vaccine first is most efficient, according to lead researcher and veterinarian Bernhard Kaltenboeck. "The veterinary route is going to produce a much quicker return on a lower investment, versus human vaccine, that takes much longer to produce a return and is a much higher investment," Kaltenboeck said. Opelika-Auburn News (Ala.)
(11/28)
- Bumper toys appear to leach plastic compounds, study finds
Plastic bumpers used to train retrieving dogs appear to leach bisphenol A and phthalates, according to research from Texas Tech University. The researchers found that bumpers exposed to artificial dog saliva and simulated chewing released the chemicals. It's not known whether the compounds put dogs at risk of any health problems. EnvironmentalHealthNews.org
(11/29)
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- Cats with FIV require special consideration
Some 2.5% of U.S. cats have the feline immunodeficiency virus, writes veterinarian Ann Hohenhaus. Although FIV-infected cats can have a normal lifespan, they are often plagued with oral and ocular disease, neurological problems, bone marrow malfunction and increased susceptibility to infectious diseases such as ringworm, toxoplasmosis and upper respiratory infections, adds Dr. Hohenhaus. Testing cats for FIV, keeping cats indoors and having at-risk cats vaccinated for FIV are some ways owners can help prevent the spread of the disease. WebMD/Tales from the Pet Clinic blog
(11/30)
- Why cats don't make it to the veterinarian's office enough
More dogs get regular veterinary care than cats, writes veterinarian Barry Burtis. He suggests many factors contribute, including cats' general aversion to traveling in carriers, owners' mistaken belief that indoor cats don't need regular veterinary care and the feline ability to mask symptoms. Dr. Burtis emphasizes the connection between regular veterinary care and optimum health for cats. The Burlington Post (Ontario)
(11/29)
- Rabies survivor joins dog sled race to give back
Jeanna Giese, who contracted rabies and recovered without a vaccine as a teenager and was a Make-A-Wish Foundation beneficiary, is participating in a sled dog race in Wisconsin to raise money for the charity. "After rabies, I thought sports were out of my life, but dog sledding is one of the sports I can do," Giese said. "I love it." Giese is the only person known to have survived the infection without a vaccine. The Reporter (Fond Du Lac, Wis.)
(11/29)
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- 6 tips for collaborating with another business
You might be able to grow your business by teaming with other companies, which can allow you to handle larger projects or offer more service options, Nadia Goodman writes. You can forge an effective partnership by understanding your company's strengths and weaknesses, and by setting clear rules for the collaboration. "Communication gets difficult when people have different expectations," said Michelle Thompson-Dolberry, an adviser for American Express OPEN. Entrepreneur online/The Daily Dose blog
(11/29)
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