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In 2008, Morris Animal Foundation will fund nearly 200 new and continuing studies for dogs, cats, horses, llamas/alpacas, and wildlife as well as more than 40 veterinary student projects.
We also have numerous studies nearing completion. You can search our current study database by species and/or disease to learn more about the studies we are funding in the areas you care most about. The results will also show you whether a study is available for sponsorship.
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D06ZO-035: Pain Relieving Effect of Opioids and Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammartory Drugs in Bearded Dragons
principal investigator: Cheryl B. Greenacre, DVM, University of Tennessee
Nearly Complete
sponsorship not needed
Year: 0 of 0. $0
As reptiles become more popular as pets, they need better veterinary care and pain management. These animals can suffer from numerous painful conditions, including trauma from bite wounds, burns, falls and generalized illness. Unfortunately, pain is difficult to measure in reptiles because they show minimal pain response. As a result, very little is known about reptile physiology, how they feel pain or the effectiveness of currently used pain-relieving drugs. In previous studies, the researchers developed a valid test for monitoring pain in reptiles. In this study, they will use this test to evaluate the effectiveness of various pain-relieving medications in bearded dragons. This study will help veterinarians to determine the best drugs and dosages for alleviating pain in reptiles.
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