Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education

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Event

Hip Dysplasia in Pets: From Early Signs to Treatment Options

Join us on Wednesday, November 19th at 6PM ET on Zoom as Dr. Nathan Cherzan, Senior Veterinarian in Surgery, explains both the fundamentals and the latest approaches to managing hip dysplasia.

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Pet Health Library

Is There Blood in Your Pet's Urine?

While there are many possible causes, bloody urine is often due to inflammation or infection.
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How-To Videos

How to Measure Respiratory (Breathing) Rate in a Dog

Learning to count your dog’s resting respiratory rate can help determine if they are seriously...
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Pet Health Library

Pancreatitis in Dogs

What triggers it, what are the signs, and how is it treated?
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Pet Health Library

Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD) in Dogs

Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) is especially prevalent in dogs with a long back and short legs.
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Pet Health Library

Why is My Pet Coughing?

Common causes and when to see your veterinarian.
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How-To Videos

How to Give Oral Medication to Your Cat

A step-by-step guide to giving oral medication to your cat.
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Pet Health Library

Addison’s Disease (Hypoadrenocorticism) in Dogs

Addison’s disease occurs when there is an underproduction of hormones by the adrenal glands.
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Pet Health Library

Thanksgiving Food and Pets

Thanksgiving foods to keep away from pets, and a few you can share in small amounts.
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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.