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Animal Airwaves episodes
- Protecting powerhouse pollinatorsDid you know that one-third of the foods we eat come from crops pollinated by honey bees? So, it’s no wonder these powerhouse pollinators are under stress. Pollination of $400...1 min
- Phasing out certain over-the-counter antibiotics for livestockFor years, the US Food and Drug Administration — or FDA — has monitored livestock use of medically important antibiotics. Those are drugs that are used in both people and...1 min
- Summertime ramps up the risk of ear problemsSummertime is full of fun for lots of our pets, but risks abound too. For example, animals that swim or have sensitivities to airborne allergens are at risk of developing...1 min
- How dogs learned to communicate with humansOne of the most endearing things about dogs is how we can read their feelings on their faces. Turns out, it’s taken tens of thousands of years for them to...1 min
- Cats costs versus pooch payments: the financial disparitiesThere’s no doubt that some folks are dog people while others favor cats. But if you’re open to either as a pet, the finances involved may provide a tipping point....1 min
- Perils of cats in treesWhether scaling bookshelves or kitchen counters, most cats love to climb. The problem comes when they can’t make their way down. For cats who end up outdoors, the lure of...1 min
- A 3D plan for surgeryOver the past 40 years or so, 3D printing has become a valuable tool in human health care. Now, it’s shaking up veterinary medicine, too. When it comes to planning...1 min
- The Rat Lungworm Parasite: A Threat to People, Animals and the EnvironmentCommon 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...47 min
- LIVE: Pesky Skin ParasitesDoes your pet have a constant itch? Understanding and managing allergies in pets can be a huge challenge, both for pet owners and their veterinarians. In a follow-up to an...52 min
- Urine Tests: What They Can Reveal About Your Pet’s Health” (Archive from March 20, 2020)Whether a patient is sick or is having a regular wellness checkup, a veterinarian may recommend collecting samples of blood and urine to help screen for certain health problems. But...48 min
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.