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June 25, 2008
2008 Humane Education Award
InterNICHE announces the 2008 Humane Education Award to support ethical and effective life science education and training. http://www.interniche.org/award/2008award.htm The Award is a grant program to enhance biological science, medical and veterinary medical education and training. Supported by Proefdiervrij, the Award offers 20,000 Euro (US$ 25,000) to be split between successful applicants.Posted by sball at 10:01 AM | Comments (0)
Dallas Zoo's Lone Elephant to be Moved to Wildlife Refuge in Mexico
The Dallas Morning News reports the Dallas Zoo will move its lone elephant to a wildlife park in Mexico. http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/news/localnews/stories/DN-jenny_25met.ART.State.Edition1.38f018f.htmlPosted by sball at 07:58 AM | Comments (0)
June 24, 2008
Mouse Can Do Without Man's Most Treasured Genes
University of Michigan reports the mouse has genomes that are 85 percent identical to humans. But identical genes may behave differently in mouse and man. http://www.ns.umich.edu/htdocs/releases/story.php?id=6536Posted by sball at 02:42 PM | Comments (0)
New UK Guidelines Published As Mouse Models Thrown Into Question
LabNews.co.uk reported as guidelines for animal testing are published, new genetic data suggests mouse models may not be relevant for studying human disease. http://www.labnews.co.uk/laboratory_article.php/3432/2/2/new-guidlines-published-as-mouse-models-thrown-into-questionPosted by sball at 10:42 AM | Comments (0)
Newly Approved Ocular Safety Methods Reduce Animal Testing
Federal regulatory agencies have accepted recommendations of the Interagency Coordinating Committee on the Validation of Alternative Methods (ICCVAM) for two methods that can reduce live animal use for ocular safety testing, the committee announced today. ICCVAM is a permanent interagency committee composed of representatives from 15 federal regulatory and research agencies, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH) that use, generate or disseminate toxicology testing information. http://www.niehs.nih.gov/news/releases/2008/ocular.cfmPosted by sball at 09:24 AM | Comments (0)
June 20, 2008
Cockfighting Probe Leads to Area Farm
SeattleTimes.com reports Sheriff's deputies at a Snohomish-area farm in the state of Washington found 92 chickens living in dirty, inadequate conditions they believe was used to raise birds for cockfighting. http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/localnews/2008008068_cockfightfarm19m.htmlPosted by sball at 12:07 PM | Comments (0)
What Your Dog Can Teach You About Your Business
As reported in USAToday.com June 20 is "Take Your Dog to Work Day." http://www.usatoday.com/money/smallbusiness/columnist/abrams/2008-06-20-dogs-and-business-lessons_N.htmPosted by sball at 07:45 AM | Comments (0)
Pets Need Seat Belts Too, Expert Says
NBC4.com reports according to Bark Buckle Up only 2% use pet restraints. http://www.nbc4.com/automotive/16601316/detail.htmlPosted by sball at 07:41 AM | Comments (0)
Bug Used to Suck Zoo Animal Blood
BBCNews reports a bloodsucking insect is being used to collect blood samples from animals at zoos. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/london/7425073.stmPosted by sball at 07:23 AM | Comments (0)
USDA, Horse Council Hold Unwanted Horses Forum
TheHorse.com reports the issue of unwanted horses is serious and so broad it impacts the entire United States. http://www.thehorse.com/ViewArticle.aspx?ID=12111Posted by sball at 07:21 AM | Comments (0)
June 19, 2008
Workers Find Lucky Dog In Cardboard Compactor
NBC4.com reports a dog was found in a cardboard compactor and survives with just a bruised foot. http://www.nbc4.com/news/16622665/detail.htmlPosted by sball at 03:05 PM | Comments (0)
Technique Used In Human Ankle Injuries Modified To Treat Dogs' Knees
MedicalNewsToday.com reports a common sports injury in human knees is even more common in dogs. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/111559.phpPosted by sball at 02:55 PM | Comments (0)