May 18, 2012 BY MAF
Have you ever watched a cat jump off a high countertop and the first thought that pops into your mind is, “Wow, that’s gotta hurt!”Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Animal studies, Cat health
May 18, 2012 BY MAF
Diane Tanner can trace her commitment to Morris Animal Foundation back to a youthful joy ride and a serendipitous encounter with a Doberman who changed her life.Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Animal studies
May 18, 2012 BY MAf
Research shows that novel drug formulation works in just one shotRead more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Animal studies
May 18, 2012 BY MAF
For centuries philosophers and scientists have debated the question, “Can animals feel pain?” Until about three decades ago, the answer to that question was thought to be “no.”Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Animal studies, Animal welfare
May 18, 2012 BY MAF
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POSTED IN: Animal health, Canine cancer , Dog cancer
May 18, 2012 BY MAF
Researcher finds ways to evaluate and treat pain in birdsRead more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Animal studies, Bird health
May 18, 2012 BY MAF
Humans have been controlling their own pain for thousands of years—not so for animals.Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Animal studies, Dog health
May 16, 2012 BY MAF
Glittering with gorgeous gowns and glamorous hairdos, the legendary Beverly Hilton, home of the Golden Globe Awards, rolled out the red carpet for the Paul Mitchell Schools’ 9th annual FUNraising Gala.Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Animal studies, Animal welfare
May 15, 2012 BY MAF
Send an environmentally friendly eCard to memorialize a pet, send birthday or get well wishes, welcome a new pet or say congrats or thank you. There’s even an option for your pet to send a card to a special someone!Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Animal studies
May 8, 2012 BY MAF
Every year, the first full week of May is celebrated as National Pet Week. The observance isn’t limited to any specific cause, disease awareness or type of pet—it’s simply dedicated to celebrating the wonderful animals with whom we share our lives.Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health
May 4, 2012 BY MAF
Emerging infectious diseases are on the rise, and they threaten both human and wildlife populations. In this pilot study, Morris Animal Foundation–funded researchers from Virginia Tech evaluated Escherichia coli transmission between humans and banded mongoose in Chobe National Park and surrounding villages in Botswana.Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health
May 2, 2012 BY MAF
By becoming a Loyal Friend and enrolling in automatic monthly giving, you provide ongoing, sustainable support for the programs that create a healthier tomorrow for animals.Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Animal studies
May 1, 2012 BY MAF
PETCO and the Blue Buffalo Co. Pledge to Raise $1 Million for Morris Animal Foundation.Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Cancer, Canine cancer , Cure cancer
April 27, 2012 BY MAF
A number of recent events have elevated the status of working dogs and highlighted the need to keep these dogs healthy. Although these dogs—such as K-9 officers, military dogs, or rescue dogs—often find themselves exposed to more palpable dangers, heat-related illnesses such as dehydration and heat exhaustion actually tend to be the leading causes of death in these dogs.Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Dog health
April 13, 2012 BY MAF
It can be easy to forget about outdoor seasonal risk factors for our pets, especially after a long winter. So here is a refresher on what to look for in the coming months and how Morris Animal Foundation is addressing these dangerous seasonal disease risks.Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Animal studies
April 10, 2012 BY MAF
Anyone with asthma can tell you how terrifying it is to not be able to breathe and how immense the relief is when an attack finally subsides. Now imagine how cats with allergic asthma might feel.Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Asthma , Cat health
April 10, 2012 BY MAF
It’s no secret that dogs and cats have extraordinary immune systems. Like many animals, they are biologically engineered to fight off an array of diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and more.Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Dog diseases, Dog health
April 9, 2012 BY MAF
In some ways, Morris Animal Foundation operates like a specialty grocer. We have our shelves stocked with top-of-the-line products (the groundbreaking studies into widespread diseases we usually talk about).Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Animal studies, Animal welfare
April 2, 2012 BY MAF
The following veterinarians were honored by their clients for outstanding service and dedication.Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Veterinary news
March 29, 2012 BY MAF
Urinary stones are a common problem in dogs, and one that can cause life-threatening obstruction of the urinary tract.Read more »
POSTED IN: Animal health, Canine health, Dog health
