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February 2, 2010

See some of the Latest Alternatives Articles by registering with ATLA

In the latest issue of ATLA, The Impact of Introducing Computer-based Alternatives to the Use of Animals in the Teaching of Physiology and Pharmacology at Balkan Universities — A Pilot Study http://www.frame.org.uk/page.php?pg_id=19

Posted by sball at 7:55 AM

February 1, 2010

ILAR Journal Vol. 51 (1) – January 2010

ILAR - Regenerative Medicine: From Mice to Men. http://dels.nas.edu/ilar_n/ilarjournal/51_1/html/

Posted by sball at 1:29 PM

Important Changes For Equine Owners - Canadian Food Inspection Agency

MedicalNewsToday.com - Effective January 31, 2010, equine owners, intending to sell animals directly or indirectly to Canadian meat processors, are being advised to record certain information. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/177648.php

Posted by sball at 8:44 AM

January 29, 2010

Wide Variation In Calorie Content Among "Low Calorie" Pet Foods

MedicalNewsToday.com - Dog and cat owners buying weight-control diets for their overweight pets are faced with a confusing two-fold variation in calorie density, recommended intake, and wide range cost of low-calorie pet foods, according to a study by the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/177311.php

Posted by sball at 12:20 PM

How to whip up the perfect frothy frog 'meringue' nest

BBC News - Scientists have revealed how frogs perform the architectural feat of building floating foam nests. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/8481102.stm

Posted by sball at 10:25 AM

CEM outbreak took its toll on U.S.

American Veterinary Medical Association - Almost 1,000 horses may have had disease. http://www.avma.org/onlnews/javma/feb10/100201l.asp

Posted by sball at 9:31 AM

Dog Flu Risk Highest Where Canines Mingle

BusinessWeek - New vaccine could minimize severity, experts say. http://www.businessweek.com/lifestyle/content/healthday/634517.html

Posted by sball at 9:25 AM

New Issue of Healthy Animals Now Online

The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) today posted a new issue of Healthy Animals. This quarterly online newsletter compiles ARS news and expert resources on the health and well-being of agricultural livestock, poultry and fish. http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2010/100121.htm

Posted by sball at 9:15 AM

ARS Parasite Collections Assist Research and Diagnoses

Collections of organisms that cause harm, disease and damage are important in allowing Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists to explore the diversity, evolution, and distribution of parasites and pathogens. http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2010/100128.htm

Posted by sball at 9:13 AM

'Dogs of War' Save Lives in Afghanistan

Discovery News - U.S. troops depend on young dogs to find hidden explosives and lost soldiers. http://news.discovery.com/animals/dogs-of-war-save-lives-in-afghanistan.html

Posted by sball at 7:30 AM

/Interview about the Horse Protection Act from the 2009 AAEP Convention

@TheHorse - Video/Interview about the Horse Protection Act from the 2009 American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) Convention. http://www.thehorse.com/Video.aspx?vID=335

Posted by sball at 7:18 AM

January 28, 2010

Monkeys keep chatter 'short and sweet'

BBC News - Monkeys avoid long-winded chatter, preferring to keep it brief, a new study suggests. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/science/nature/8479170.stm

Posted by sball at 12:03 PM

Rescued otter continues recovery

BBC News - A tiny otter cub rescued from the roadside in Aberdeenshire has been moved to a new care centre on Skye as his progress continues. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/scotland/north_east/8484804.stm

Posted by sball at 12:01 PM

Lucky rescue for dog stranded on ice floe

BBC News - A dog has been rescued by the crew of a Polish boat after drifting out to sea on an ice floe into the Baltic sea. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/8484444.stm

Posted by sball at 11:59 AM

Home Fires: A Guide and an Ally

NYTimes.com - In this post, I would like to talk about something not quite so serious, but very close to my heart: my guide dog, Brittani. http://opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/01/17/mikes-best-friend/

Posted by sball at 11:58 AM

Applications being accepted for Unwanted Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign

DVM News Magazine- After a successful inaugural year in 2009 in which more than 2,500 horses received free vaccines, the Unwanted Horse Veterinary Relief Campaign (UHVRC) is accepting applications again this year, with a deadline of Feb. 1 for spring vaccinations and Aug. 1 for fall vaccinations. http://veterinarynews.dvm360.com/dvm/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/652706

Posted by sball at 11:54 AM

January 27, 2010

CAAT - Call for Proposals

Center For Alternatives To Animal Testing. The Johns Hopkins University. Grants Program for the Period 2011-2012. http://caat.jhsph.edu/programs/grants/preproposal.htm

Posted by sball at 8:47 AM

January 26, 2010

The Enrichment Record, Volume 2, January 2010 is now available:

How to Jumpstart The Discussion about Environmental Enrichment and more .... http://www.gr8tt.com/docs/ER2use.pdf

Posted by sball at 3:42 PM

Cattle Health: New Johne’s Disease Q&A Brochure Free, Packed With Info

CattleNetwork.com - A good source of information about Johne’s disease is a recently released 16-page brochure that is free to beef producers and veterinarians. http://www.cattlenetwork.com/Cattle-Health--New-Johne-s-Disease-Q-A-Brochure-Free--Packed-With-Info/2010-01-26/article_babycalfhealth.aspx?oid=979094&fid=CN-CALF_HEALTH&aid=760

Posted by sball at 3:35 PM

The Future of Animal Agriculture: 2030

Proceedings of The Future of Animal Agriculture: 2030 symposium held December 2, 2009.
The Mission of the FTAA is to foster and enhance balanced and enlightened public dialogue on topics related to the nature and future of animal agriculture. http://www.nal.usda.gov/awic/pubs/FTAAProceedings/FTAA_2009.pdf

Posted by sball at 3:27 PM