Animal Airwaves

By UF Health

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... more

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How many episodes does Animal Airwaves have?

The podcast currently has 590 episodes available.

Animal Airwaves episodes:

October 19, 2021 Protecting wild animals from COVID-19
Although scientists continue to study the effects of COVID-19 in animals, we know that some big cats and gorillas have been infected in zoos in the United States and elsewhere....
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1min
October 18, 2021 Why the long waits for veterinary appointments?
These days, it can be tough to make a timely appointment with a veterinarian. In fact, long waits have now become commonplace at many veterinary clinics. This logjam can be...
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1min
October 15, 2021 Implications of Emerging Diseases in Gopher Tortoises and Other Reptiles
Gopher tortoises are found throughout Florida and the Southeast and are affected by various diseases, including upper respiratory tract disease. A new story from the University of Florida this summer...
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49min
October 14, 2021 Trance-like syndrome in dogs
Trance-like syndrome in a dog can be a spooky sight to behold, but it doesn’t appear to have more ominous effects. Dogs that exhibit this behavior — called trancing, for...
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1min
October 13, 2021 The making of a police dog
Training a police dog is quite involved — certainly more than we can cover here. But hopefully we can answer a few common questions. Breeds best suited for most police...
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1min
October 12, 2021 Truckers and their pets
In a nation full of pet lovers, even truckers have a yen for animal companionship. In 2013, over 60 percent of truckers were pet parents, and 40 percent of them...
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1min
October 12, 2021 Tumors in young dogs
Most of us assume that cancer is just a problem for older dogs. But some forms of cancer — particularly oral ones — affect youngsters, too. For example, a pink,...
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1min
October 11, 2021 The dangers blister beetles pose to horses
Blister beetles pose a threat to horses and some livestock every year, but they’re most problematic in hot, dry weather. Blister beetles produce cantharidin, a toxin that causes inflammation and...
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1min
October 07, 2021 Hamster care 101
Hamsters are popular pets, but there’s a lot to learn before bringing one home. If you’re considering more than one hamster, be aware that two males or two females housed...
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1min
October 06, 2021 Are the firefly lights going out?
If it seems like fireflies are disappearing, it’s because they are. Experts agree that their population decline has three root causes. Many firefly species have specialized habitats and diets. And...
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1min

FAQs about Animal Airwaves:

How many episodes does Animal Airwaves have?

The podcast currently has 590 episodes available.