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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

March 19, 2018 – Galloping consumption, the White Plague, Pottís disease, phthisis and scrofula — the names we've given tuberculosis since ancient times speak to...

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

August 10, 2017 Few diseases over human history have struck more fear in the hearts of people than plague. Also known as bubonic or septicemic...

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

DENVER /July 11, 2017 – Morris Animal Foundation announces 11 newly funded studies to advance the health of wildlife species around the world. The studies...

Morris Animal Foundation Funds Veterinary Student Summer Research Program

June 21, 2017 Since 2005, Morris Animal Foundation has encouraged veterinary students to pursue research careers through its Veterinary Student Scholars program. This year, the...

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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