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Researchers Find California Sea Lions with Greater Genetic Diversity are More Susceptible to Leptospirosis

DENVER/April 6, 2018 – Morris Animal Foundation-funded researchers have shown that California sea lions with more genetic diversity are less likely to recover from leptospirosis,...

Tuberculosis: Ancient Disease, Present Threat to Wildlife

Galloping consumption, the White Plague, Pottís disease, phthisis and scrofula — the names we've given tuberculosis since ancient times speak to the nature of this...

Die-off of Fur Seal Pups Attributed to Mites, Pneumonia and Changing Sea Temperatures

DENVER/March 14, 2018 – Morris Animal Foundation -funded researchers uncovered several key factors contributing to a die-off of South American fur seal pups, including mites,...

Solving the Plague Puzzle Important to Preserving Western Prairie Wildlife Ecosystems

Few diseases over human history have struck more fear in the hearts of people than plague. Also known as bubonic or septicemic plague, this highly...

Morris Animal Foundation Scientific Advisory Board Selects 11 New Research Studies for Wildlife Health with over $775,000 Awarded

Morris Animal Foundation announces 11 newly funded studies to advance the health of wildlife species around the world. The studies cover a diverse set of...

Morris Animal Foundation Funds Veterinary Student Summer Research Program

Since 2005, Morris Animal Foundation has encouraged veterinary students to pursue research careers through its Veterinary Student Scholars program. This year, the program is funding...

It’s Halloween – What We’re Doing to Make the World Less Scary for Animals

Habitat destruction and poaching are considered two of the biggest threats to wildlife species around the world. But there are other major threats that need...

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