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    The science of animal health is ever-changing, and veterinarians need cutting-edge research information to give their patients the best possible care. Each month, join Dr. Kelly Diehl, Scientific Adviser at Morris Animal Foundation, as she interviews Foundation-funded researchers and discusses the clinical implications of their work. Whether you’re a practicing veterinarian, technician or student, or just an animal-loving science geek, Fresh Scoop is the podcast for you. Learn more at morrisanimalfoundation.org.
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    Episodes (63)

    Episode 62: Understanding Colic in Horses

    Episode 62: Understanding Colic in Horses

    Dr. Kelly Diehl talks with equine health expert Dr. Sharanne Raidal about colic in horses. The pair talk about diagnosis, causes and treatment. Dr. Raidal also covers her latest research on the risks of transportation on colic. 

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    en-usNovember 02, 2023

    Episode 58: Brush Up on Your Pet's Dental Health

    Episode 58: Brush Up on Your Pet's Dental Health

    In this episode, Dr Kelly Diehl sits down for a question-and-answer session with Dr. Lauren Richman, a second-year veterinary dentistry resident, to discuss dental health in dogs and cats. The pair cover preventive care, common dental problems and what pet owners can do to keep their pets smiling!

     

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    en-usJuly 06, 2023

    Episode 56: Lymphoma in cats and dogs

    Episode 56: Lymphoma in cats and dogs

    Dr. Kelly Diehl chats with Dr. Emily Rout from the Clinical Hematopathology Laboratory at Colorado State University about lymphoma in dogs and cats. The pair focus on diagnosis of lymphoma as well as what the team at CSU is learning about new subtypes of this cancer in dogs. The pair also touch on other blood abnormalities that can look like lymphoma but are benign.

    Episode 55: Tackling diseases affecting fresh water and sea turtles

    Episode 55: Tackling diseases affecting fresh water and sea turtles

    Dr. Kelly Diehl sits down with turtle and tortoise experts Dr. Justin Perrault of Loggerhead MarineLife Center and Dr. Greg Lewbart from North Carolina State University to discuss the health threats affecting wild turtles and tortoises and learn more about their efforts to improve the well-being of these unique, and often over-looked, animals.

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    en-usApril 06, 2023

    Episode 54: Environmental toxins, Cancer and Pets

    Episode 54: Environmental toxins, Cancer and Pets

    Dr. Kelly Diehl sits down with Dr. Lauren Trepanier, Professor of Internal Medicine and the Assistant Dean for Clinical and Translational Research at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, to discuss what is known - and what isn't - about the link between environmental toxins and pollutants and cancer development in dogs and cats. The pair take a deep dive into the current literature and Dr. Trepanier discusses her research projects focused on answering these questions

    Episode 53: Influenza viruses in animals big and small - what you need to know

    Episode 53: Influenza viruses in animals big and small - what you need to know

    Dr. Kelly Diehl chats with Dr. Gabriele Landolt of Colorado State University about the "flu" in animals. The pair discuss how influenza viruses perpetuate in the environment and how some, but not all, animals are affected by influenza. Dr. Landolt discusses how to keep companion animals such as dogs and horses safe when influenza strikes. The pair also touch on how these viruses can mutate to infect new species, including people

    Episode 52: New thoughts on hemangiosarcoma in dogs

    Episode 52: New thoughts on hemangiosarcoma in dogs

    Dr. Kelly Diehl discusses hemangiosarcoma in dogs with a team of experts from the University of Minnesota. The group talk about new data regarding this deadly cancer of dogs, the latest research findings and how new ways of approaching the disease could save lives.

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    en-usJanuary 05, 2023

    Episode 49: Going Batty!

    Episode 49: Going Batty!

    Bats have a reputation as virus spreaders – is that fair? What’s the truth about bats, viruses and the spread of disease. Host Dr. Kelly Diehl asks virus expert Dr. Angela Bosco-Lauth to separate truth from fiction when it comes to bats and their viruses.

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    en-usOctober 07, 2022

    Episode 48: A rabies update

    Episode 48: A rabies update

    Rabies is an ancient disease but there's still a lot to be learned about prevention, treatment, and the impact the disease has on global health. Dr. Kelly Diehl talks with Dr. Darryn Knobel, an epidemiologist and rabies expert,  about his work on rabies in animals, the effect of rabies on human health, and his hopes for the future.

    Episode 47: New thoughts on osteoarthritis in dogs and cats

    Episode 47: New thoughts on osteoarthritis in dogs and cats

    Drs. Kelly Diehl and Felix Duerr discuss the ins and outs of osteoarthritis in dogs and cats. Dr. Duerr shares his experiences treating this very common disease of older pets and discusses the latest information on treatment of osteoarthritis in dogs and cats, including his cutting-edge research projects.

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    en-usAugust 11, 2022

    Episode 46: No horsing around - improving horse welfare through understanding behavior

    Episode 46: No horsing around - improving horse welfare through understanding behavior

    Dr. Kelly Diehl talks with Dr. Kris Hiney about horse behavior and how a deeper understanding of behavior can have a major impact on horse welfare. Dr. Hiney talks about her new study focused on teaching horse owners, veterinarians and caregivers how to recognize subtle clues to horse affective states, and what she hopes to accomplish long-term to improve horse welfare.

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    en-usJuly 12, 2022