Prions – Zombies of the Infectious Disease World
Updated September 1, 2022 – An infectious prion disease called chronic wasting disease is spreading through deer, elk and moose herds. What is it and is it a concern for people too?
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Episode 25: New ideas About Nutrition and Obesity in Cats and Dogs
October 19, 2020 –Learn about the latest science on cat and dog nutrition and what owners need to know to keep their pets trim and healthy.
Episode 23: Tuberculosis, Parasites, Wildlife and the Costs of Infection
August 17, 2020 – Dr. Kelly Diehl and Dr. Anna Jolles discuss tuberculosis in African buffalo and Dr. Jolles’ work to understand how disease interventions for TB can affect population health.
Heart Disease in Cats: An Overlooked Problem and What Owners Need to Know
February 22, 2024 – Do you know the risk factors, signs and treatments for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, the most common heart disease diagnosed in cats?
What’s Killing Young Asian Elephants?
April 30, 2018 – Learn more about how the Foundation is helping save Asian elephants from a deadly new virus.
Researchers Funded by Morris Animal Foundation Make Breakthrough in Fatal Cat Disease
November 30, 2017 – A new Foundation-funded clinical trial has resulted in a critical veterinary breakthrough – cats with feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) in remission following treatment with a novel antiviral drug.
Episode 43: Unraveling the Complexities of Heartworm Disease
April 14, 2022 — Heartworm disease is a common, and complex, disease that threatens the health of dogs and cats. Learn more about new research and how it can help your pet.
Episode 53: Influenza Viruses in Animals Big and Small – What You Need To Know
February 2, 2023 - Influenza viruses can cause serious disease in companion animals. Learn more about this important, but sometimes overlooked, group of viruses and what you need to do to keep your pets safe!
Mitral Valve Disease in Dogs: Understanding and Managing the Most Common Canine Heart Condition
February 8, 2024 – Myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) is a mouthful to say – but did you know it’s the most common heart disease in dogs? Learn more about signs, diagnosis and treatment.
Chronic Kidney Disease in Cats: What Every Owner Needs to Know, and How Research Is Changing the Odds
March 10, 2026 – If your cat is older than 10, chronic kidney disease is one of the most important health threats you should understand. Here's what the science says, and what Morris Animal Foundation is doing about it.