The world’s oceans are home to seven species of sea turtles and all are endangered. One of the culprits leading to their decline is plastic. Every year, eight million tons...
Chronic kidney disease is common in older dogs and cats. Although it is considered a disease that primarily affects older animals, chronic kidney disease can occur at all ages. On...
Among the high-tech means of treating wounds in people and animals alike is hyperbaric oxygen therapy. Here’s how it works. The patient is comfortably situated in a large chamber containing...
We’re used to cats being graceful and defying gravity. But as they age, mobility issues can affect a cat’s quality of life. That’s when an observant pet parent can make...
We hear a lot about heartworm disease in dogs but not so much in cats. However, it’s just as important to protect our feline friends—especially since there is no approved...
Dangers to our pets sometimes come in very small packages. A case in point is the foxtail, otherwise known as a grass seed awn. These barbed seed heads often top...
If you’ve decided not to take your pooch to a groomer, the bathing is all up to you. But what if your cuddly canine launches into a fearful frenzy at...
With all the equine vaccines available these days, how do you know which are best for your horse? Core vaccines are those designated as medically necessary by veterinary authorities, such...
These days, it’s not unusual for cats to live into their late teens or later. But some of these seniors develop an Alzheimer-type disease called feline cognitive disorder, or FCD....
Spring is a time for renewal and reset—so what better time to double-check the contact information on your pet’s microchip? By now, chances are you know the importance of microchips...
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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.