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WCVM Today reports news from the Western College of Veterinary Medicine and the WCVM Veterinary Medical Centre (VMC).
University of Saskatchewan
Joined October 2011
On this episode of The Swine Health Blackbelt Podcast, recent PhD graduate Dr. Arthur Nery Finatto discusses porcine beta-defensin peptides and how these tiny "super heroes" help pigs stay healthy. Key points: the right genetics and proper nutrition. ➡️
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Savour the last bit of summer with our reading list featuring books written by members of the WCVM community. 🌞 . NEW: Dr. Art Schatz (DVM'69), shares his wry sense of humour in "Dr. Danger: Life Story of a Rural Veterinarian." . Full 📚 list here:
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REMINDER: . WCVM's Veterinary Medical Centre is CLOSED on Monday, Sept. 1, but emergency services are available for small and large animals 24 hours a day. ⚠️ Emergency? Call in advance (306-966-7126) to speak with triage team. VMC clinical services will resume on Sept. 2.
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Quick pet health tips! 🐶😸. • Keep water in the shade when your pup is outside 🌞.• Paws will burn on hot concrete 🐾.• If there's water that you don't want to go into, then your pet shouldn't be in it either 🌊. Want more to know more? Visit
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From parvovirus and the signs of heat stroke to blue-green algae and vaccinations, Dr. Cathy Dick, a wellness veterinarian and instructor at the Western College of Veterinary Medicine, has the...
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REMINDER: . WCVM's Veterinary Medical Centre is CLOSED on Monday, Sept. 1, but emergency services are available for small and large animals, 24 hours a day. ⚠️ Emergency? Call in advance (306-966-7126) to speak to our triage team. VMC clinical services will resume on Sept. 2.
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How do horses know when they're pregnant? . #WCVM vet student Lynka Itogawa spent the summer investigating tiny cargo-filled messengers (extracellular vesicles) that may be how horse embryos communicate with the mother in early pregnancy. Lynka's story:
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Going away for the September long weekend? Make sure you have a designate for pet care before you leave!. If your pet's medication supply is low, call the #WCVM VMC pharmacy (306-966-7120) for drug refills before the September long weekend.📲 Visit
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Congratulations, Dr. Hernandez! ❤️🦇.
WOW, What a day! PhD student, Arely defended her PhD with flying colours! Congratulations, Dr. Hernandez! @WCVMToday @VIDOInterVac @usask .#LZCI
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Happy #NationalDogDay! 🐶. A @usask study found that after 10 minutes with a therapy dog in the #EmergencyRoom:. ✓ 48% of patients reported less anxiety.✓ 43% had less pain.✓ 46% felt less depression. 🔗 Read:
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Is your dog a sniffing sleuth on walks? 🕵️♂️🐾. While treasure hunting in the dirt is fun for your dog, owners should be aware of a potential danger. A type of fungus is found in moist soils that can be fatal to your pet. Learn about it here:
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The #WCVM is excited to present Dr. Paul Morley of Texas A&M University for three beef cattle health talks on Sept. 2-4. Dr. Morley studies infectious diseases affecting animals and people. ➡️ Attend free sessions in person or join by Zoom. Register now:
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Why is this plant such a foe for dogs and other animals?. The foxtail looks innocent from far away, but up close, the plant has spiky barbs that can cause a lot of pain for your pet. Learn more here: #ICYMI
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⚠️ Blue asthma inhalers can be life-threatening if chewed by pets. A puncture can deliver a dangerous dose of salbutamol, causing rapid heart rate & other severe medical issues. Keep meds out of reach of your pets. Read more: 📷: Ava Arends
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Congratulations, Cody! ⭐ .
Excited to publish the third manuscript in my PhD thesis! One more to go! #NSERC #VanierScholar #Usask #WCVM .
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The #WCVM is excited to present Dr. Paul Morley of Texas A&M University for three beef cattle health talks on Sept. 2-4. Dr. Morley studies infectious diseases affecting animals and people. ➡️ Attend free sessions in person or join by Zoom. Register now:
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How does 🐮bovine respiratory disease (BRD) tie to antimicrobial resistance? . WCVM’s Murray Jelinski and team found clues—by swabbing cattle water bowls. Take a closer look here: @BeefResearch @MBCooperator
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RT @_SHRF_: In 2020, Dr. Maarten Voordouw & Dr. Emily Jenkins brought the eTick platform in SK. With a SHRF Align Grant they will now answ….
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By Sarah Kasleder for SHRF You know the feeling if you’ve ever found a tick on yourself, your child, or your animal.Ticks crawl where they shouldn’t, bite without warning, and leave people worried...
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Did you know crayfish are known as "ecosystem engineers"? 🌊. USask scientists are exploring this tiny card-sized🎴freshwater crustacean whose activities can have a big impact on the environment and other animal species. 🌎. Discover more here:
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REMINDER: .WCVM's Veterinary Medical Centre is CLOSED on Monday, August 4, but emergency services are available for small and large animals 24 hours a day. ⚠️ Emergency? Call in advance (306-966-7126) to speak with our triage team. ⚠️. VMC services will resume on August 5.
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🔖Your summer reading list isn’t complete without one of the new books written by members of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine community! 📚. Check them out here:
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