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SUPPORTING PETS, EMPOWERING PEOPLE
For so many of us, a home isn't a home without the love of a pet. So to be asked to sacrifice one for the other -- keep your housing but lose your pet, or keep your pet but lose your housing -- is a heartrending dilemma. Such is the scenario for a number of clients of Wisconsin Companion Animal Resources, Education, and Social Services (WisCARES), a veterinary clinic supporting homeless and low-income individuals in Dane County through an outreach partnership of the UW schools of Veterinary Medicine and Social Work.
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Pet Tips and Clinical Studies
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November marks National Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Pet owners should be aware of several early warning signs of cancer in animals. These include masses (lumps), especially those that grow quickly, feel firm or change in appearance; persistent vomiting, diarrhea or dramatic weight change; sudden lameness or swelling of the leg; swelling of the abdomen, especially if accompanied by decreased energy or pale gums; or major changes in appetite and energy beyond normal age-related declines. Familiarize yourself with other advice, as well as information on treatment options, from our Oncology Service.
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DOGS WITH SKIN INFECTIONS
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The Dermatology Service at UW Veterinary Care is
recruiting dogs with recurrent pyoderma (three or more episodes of staphylococcal skin infection in the last six months) for a clinical trial investigating the effectiveness of a new staphylococcal vaccine product. This vaccine is intended to prevent recurrent skin infections, helping to alleviate the need for repeated courses of antibiotics. The trial for each dog will last approximately 18 weeks, with visits to UW Veterinary Care every six weeks. Examinations, follow-up visits, diagnostic evaluations, cultures, blood and allergy tests, and medication costs are paid by the study.
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Neurology and Neurosurgery
At UW Veterinary Care, our neurology team understands that brain, spinal cord and other neuromuscular conditions can be scary for pet owners to navigate without support. We are proud to offer you and your pet access to not just one, but three board-certified specialists experienced in the management of a number of neurologic conditions including seizures, brain tumors, epilepsy, herniated discs and more. As one of the largest veterinary hospitals in the state, diagnostics and state-of-the-art equipment are located on-site, making it quick and easy for our neurologists to work with board-certified radiologists to interpret results and get your pet on the path to recovery.
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Holiday Card Supports Animal Health
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Order Now for Holiday Delivery
The holiday season is here and we have the perfect gift for animal lovers on your list -- one that truly helps those special companions in your lives. For a suggested $10 donation per card (tax deductible as a charitable contribution), the UW School of Veterinary Medicine will send a holiday card to the recipient of your choice. This year's card, "Winter Romp," features the original work of Wisconsin artist Kathy Esch. The beautiful, full-color cards include a greeting stating that a donation was made to the school in the recipient's name and that proceeds support projects to advance animal health and well-being. Card sets are also available for purchase ($30 for a set of 10 cards, of which $25 is tax deductible) for you to sign and send. Order now.
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