Joint infections, usually from traumatic wounds, are common in horses. How and when they’re treated makes all the difference to the horse’s survival and return to function. There are four...
Anhidrosis — or the inability to sweat — is a uniquely equine condition. Affected horses are at risk of overheating, which can lead to serious consequences. Anhidrosis is most common...
Some dogs can be trained to sniff out COVID — and they’re pretty darned good at it. Studies have reported a 98% accuracy rating for COVID detection by trained dogs....
Endocrine tumors are relatively rare in dogs and cats compared to other forms of cancer. Due to the role of the endocrine system, however, their potential impact on health is...
White line disease is a smoldering problem that hides in your horse’s foot until it breaks free, causing the hoof wall to break down and your horse to become sore....
Dogs with jobs have special requirements regarding veterinary exams and treatment, and new guidelines from the American Animal Hospital Association are giving those air. Their focus is on five groups...
Dental X-rays work the same way for pets as they do for people. They let the veterinary team see inside your pet’s teeth and under the gums so that they...
Some pet parents are nervous about having their fur babies anesthetized for dentistry. So, let’s see why anesthesia is so important for optimal dental care. It’s tough enough to examine...
As veterinary care has advanced, blood transfusions for pets have become more routine. So it’s no surprise that the supply of veterinary blood products has been waning. The pandemic has...
Birds in zoos usually live longer than their wild counterparts, but old age and artificial surfaces can take a toll. With some stubborn foot problems, bird orthotics can help a...
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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.