Biotherapies are big news in veterinary medicine. They include monoclonal antibodies — or mAbs [pronounced as a word, not letters: măbs] — and agents that boost the immune system. mAbs...
Dogs and cats don’t get hay fever, per se, but they definitely can be allergic to pollen, mold and dust. It’s just that instead of affecting their respiratory tract, allergens...
Snake bites are a common problem in veterinary hospital emergency rooms in the summer months, and prompt medical attention can make the difference between life and death. On this show,...
When most people think of farm animals, they conjure traditional farm species, such as ruminants, poultry, swine and horses. But veterinarians also play an important role in the farming of...
Epizootic hemorrhagic disease virus is a pathogen transmitted by midges that causes significant economic loss in the white-tailed deer farming industry and affects wild deer as well. On this show,...
Dogs explore the world through their mouths, but unfortunately that can mean trouble when the items they swallow include things like clothing, paper, bones and many other items that can...
When is poop too soft or too hard? Poop quality can be a source of worry especially for new pet owners. Is there something wrong with the diet or is...
Common in Southeast Asia and the tropical Pacific islands, the rat lungworm is a parasite that can cause severe central nervous system disease in people and in animals. The parasite...
Ever thought you might want to bring an exotic pet into your household? Pets other than the traditional dog or cat have become increasingly popular in the past few decades....
Infectious diseases in reptiles and amphibians might not get the media attention of some other health issues, but play a key role in animal and ecosystem health. On this show,...
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About Animal Airwaves
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Animal Airwaves is a daily radio series that features one-minute segments relating to animal health. Each module focuses on a different topic of interest to the owners of all types of animals, ranging…
from consumer tips offering insights into animal behavior to veterinary patient care breakthroughs and trends. A production of the UF College of Veterinary Medicine, UF Health Communications and 89.1 WUFT-FM in Gainesville, Animal Airwaves airs three times each day on 89.1 WUFT-FM and 90.1 WJUF-FM in North Central and Mid Florida.