February 2022
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Enhancing the Care of Companion Animals
Thanks to the Companion Animal Fund Grant Program, faculty at the UW School of Veterinary Medicine will pursue 18 new research projects aimed at improving animal health care. Researchers will explore a variety of subjects, including vision testing techniques, treatment resistance in canine lymphoma, alternatives to surgical treatment, and more. The grants, supported by donations to the school's Companion Animal Fund, Feline Health Fund, Equine Health Fund and other gifts, often result in new and novel treatments at UW Veterinary Care and across the field of veterinary medicine. 
PET TIPS AND CLINICAL STUDIES
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Protect Pets' Teeth

February marks National Pet Dental Health Month, a great time to brush up on care for your animal’s teeth and gums. Oral health assessments with a veterinarian are recommended annually, in addition to daily brushing. Some helpful tips: To help pets tolerate tooth brushing, start with short periods of massaging the gums with your finger, then move to a soft-bristled toothbrush, and follow with a reward. Also, when choosing pet toothpaste and dental chews, look for the Veterinary Oral Health Council seal of approval. 
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Feline Cognitive Dysfunction

UW Veterinary Care's Neurology Service is currently conducting a study of feline cognitive dysfunction with the goal of understanding the brain and cognitive changes that occur in the ever-growing geriatric and aging cat population. By studying these changes, clinicians hope to be able to optimize diagnostic and treatment options available for cats with signs consistent with feline cognitive dysfunction. Any cat 12 years and older who is being euthanized at UW Veterinary Care qualifies for the study.
Featured Service
Cardiology
February is American Heart Month, aimed at raising greater awareness of heart health. At UW Veterinary Care, our cardiology experts take the confusion out of navigating heart health issues in animals. From heart murmurs and fainting episodes to high blood pressure and heart disease, the hospital's veterinary cardiologists are dedicated to guiding you through the best possible treatment plan in a friendly, approachable way. Our in-house cardiac specialists, on-site diagnostics and state-of-the-art equipment ensure that stress is minimized and convenience is optimized for you and your animal.
SOCIAL ANIMALS
Highlights from your social media mentions of UW Veterinary Care
and the UW School of Veterinary Medicine
@uwvetmed Thanks for making Butters feel a bit better and a bit younger!
their_royal_catnesses
My baby’s home from the hospital, vocal, and playing with one of her favorite ball balls!!! It’s such a happy day! So beyond grateful for @uwvetmed!
Wildwood Park & Zoo
Medical Monday! Who's toes are those? They belong to Chuckwalla Norris! As you can see on the radiograph, his third toe on his right hind foot was damaged and part of his toe was actually missing. UW Veterinary Care performed a toe amputation last week to remove the affected digit. ... Lizards generally do very well with missing toes and we expect him to do great! 
 
nash.the.gsp
Got the all clear to start going places again and seeing dog friends again after a bit of a hiatus when I wasn’t feeling well. So thankful @uwvetmed got me all fixed up and feeling great again!