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Why decisions to desex male dogs just got more complicated


Behavioural problems in male dogs may be affected by how early in their life they are desexed, according to a study published today in PLOS ONE. The study even raises questions about whether we should encourage the routine desexing of male dogs at all.



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VIDEO: More than 70 dogs sick as popular dog food is investigated


More than 70 dogs across Australia have been struck down by a debilitating and incurable illness, with the popular pet food they ate suspected of causing the condition.


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Love is blind when it comes to these popular dog breeds


The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA), in conjunction with RSPCA, has been running a joint campaign called Love is Blind, to raise awareness of these health issues. AVA President, Dr Paula Parker, said veterinarians support and enhance animal welfare in every aspect of their professional lives.


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Video series to 'debunk equine myths'


A free four-part video series, "Recognizing subtle lameness", has been launched. Authors said the series will "…debunk the myths and misperceptions surrounding performance and behavioural issues, and shift the blame where it belongs: on pain".


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Horses get the flu, too


Flu vaccines for horses haven't been updated in more than 25 years, but researchers have developed a new live equine influenza vaccine that's safe and more protective than existing vaccines. Proactively preventing the spread of flu in animals is important, as animals are the most likely source of future human pandemics. Animals can be infected with multiple influenza viruses and have the potential to act as 'mixing vessels,' generating new strains that could infect people.


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Pilbara vet a WA award finalist


Veteran Pilbara vet Rick Fenny has been named as a finalist in the Western Australian of the Year Awards for his more than 40 years of work as a veterinarian and entrepreneur.


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