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Researchers will establish appropriate dosing for the commonly used pain medication meloxicam for Pacific harbor seals and California sea lions.

Researchers will investigate the validity of using hemolymph analysis (similar to blood analysis in mammals) to assist in die-off investigations of freshwater mussels in Tennessee’s Cinch River.

Researchers will conduct a clinical trial evaluating an adjunct treatment for koalas receiving antimicrobial therapy for chlamydia, a wide-spread and potentially fatal disease in this species.

Researchers will study how age-related chronic inflammation affects cognition, behavior and overall health and well-being of senior cats to help identify preventive measures that can be shared with owners and veterinarians. DESCRIPTION: Recent surveys of cat owners indicate approximately 28% of cats aged 11 to 14 years old develop signs of behavior and cognitive decline, with prevalence increasing to over 50% in cats aged 15 years or older. Researchers want to know if low-grade chronic inflammation (as measured by specific blood markers and physical changes) affects the quality of life and cognitive performance of older cats. A multi-institutional team of researchers, including cat behavior experts, will enroll and study 100 older cats (7 years or older) to ascertain if chronic inflammation is linked to physical and behavior changes, even in the absence of disease, in these senior pets. Results will provide veterinarians with innovative tools for early detection and monitoring of chronic inflammation that affects the health and well-being of their feline patients. Researchers also hope findings will help educate cat owners on the relationship between physical, cognitive and behavioral health to help improve the quality of life of their aging pets."

Researchers will investigate the use of a bacteria to help block transmission of heartworm parasites by mosquitoes.

Researchers will investigate whether Egyptian vultures could be exposed to harmful toxins derived from veterinary products through consumption of livestock feces.

Researchers will develop a prognostic scoring system to maximize post-release success for confiscated pangolins from illegal wildlife traffickers.