Finding the Cause of Mountain Gorilla Chronic Wasting Syndrome
Researchers will study the possible connection between parasitic worm infections, the gut microbial community, and a chronic wasting syndrome in mountain gorillas.
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Developing Tools to Improve Horse Transport and Welfare
Researchers will determine how to distinguish between broken (well-handled) and unbroken (unhandled) horses to improve the welfare of unbroken horses during transport.
Developing Pain Management Tools for Mules
Researchers will define behavioral signs of pain in mules using a facial expression scale and a new technology, the Smart Halter™.
Validating Pain Assessment Tool for Osteoarthritis
Researchers will validate an owner questionnaire designed to help them recognize and monitor the signs of chronic osteoarthritis pain in horses to improve care for horses suffering from this condition.
Investigating Transmission and Disease Risk of COVID-19 in Dogs
Researchers will analyze the risk and rate of transmission of the virus that causes COVID-19 from humans to pet dogs.
Identifying Genetic Risk Factors for Perianal Fistulas
Researchers will attempt to identify genetic mutations associated with perianal fistula (painful lesions in the skin and deeper tissue around the anal area of dogs) in two high-risk breeds – German shepherd and Leonberger dogs.
Optimizing Fluid Therapy for Surgical Colic
Researchers will investigate the effect of a commonly administered intravenous fluid, called hydroxyethyl starch, in horses undergoing surgery for colic, specifically looking at microcirculation, blood pressure and cardiac output.