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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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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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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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Hiking with Your Dog
10 steps to take before hitting the trails with your best friend.
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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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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 Food Recalls
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