Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education

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Event

Minimally Invasive Surgery in Pets

Join us on Wednesday, June 25th at 6:00pm ET as Dr. Daniel Spector, Service Head of Surgical Service 2 at AMC, discusses minimally invasive surgery in veterinary medicine.

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Pet Health Library

Heatstroke in Dogs: How to Recognize It and What to Do Next

If an overheated pet is not cooled down quickly, serious complications can occur.
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Summer Pet Safety: 3 Hidden Hazards Every Owner Should Know

Many of us are looking forward to Memorial Day, the traditional start of the summer season....
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Pet Health Library

Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV)

FIV attacks a cat’s immune system, leaving it vulnerable to other infections.
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How-To Videos

How to Take Your Dog’s Temperature

A normal body temperature for a dog is between 100.2 and 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Pet Health Library

Hiking with Your Dog

10 steps to take before hitting the trails with your best friend.
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Pet Health Library

Lyme Disease in Dogs: Risk Factors, Signs, and Treatments

What you need to know about this bacterial infection that is transmitted through the bite of a tick.
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Parasite Protection 365: Why Your Pet Needs Year-Round Prevention

When spring rolls around, many pet families begin to worry about fleas, ticks, intestinal...
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Children's Resources

Veterinary Specialty: Behavior

Explore the field of veterinary behavior and learn common cat and dog body language!
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If you have a question about pet health, we have the answer.

The Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) is the leading provider of pet health information. Our mission is to educate and empower pet owners and to promote the human-animal bond.

With AMC’s staff of over 130 doctors and the knowledge gained from more than a century of experience, we are uniquely positioned to deliver the most reliable and up-to-date information for all your pet health needs.

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Pet Health Library

Your A-to-Z guide to common conditions, clinical signs, and wellness tips.

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Children's Education

Resources for teachers and caregivers with children interested in veterinary medicine.

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Events

Register for our upcoming events and watch video recordings of our past events.

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Pet Food Recalls

The latest information on recalls that may affect your beloved pet.

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How-To Videos

Step-by-step information about caring for your pets at home.

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If you have any questions or are interested in partnering with the Usdan Institute, please contact us at usdaninstitute@amcny.org.