Rosemary LoGiudice, DVM, DACVSMR(Dipl. Am. College of Vet. Sports Med&Rehab), CCRT, CVA, CVSMT, FCoAC
Here is a link to the current requirements for dog importation into the US (including coming back to the US from an event in Canada). They are not tremendously burdensome IF you prepare!
Starting August 1, 2024, all dogs entering or re-entering the U.S. must meet new requirements. AVMA's FAQ will answer your questions.
Congratulations to šŗšø Olympic Show Jumping Team on winning the silver medalš„
It was a nail-biter, coming down to the last š¬š§ horse/rider who needed to jump clean to win gold.
Read this current research article about āRisk Factors for Injury in Border Collies Competing Agility Competitionsā.
Click the link to read in Animals.
https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2615/14/14/2081?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR0Ao7bMpmXVn3A957AQ-ICcnrtmElTtw_nWp-8-LkrnuF2bG1-hw48GDgA_aem_kQ6ADTfMIdhcNI9xrj06yg
Border Collies are the most common breed in agility and their reported injury rate is much higher than that of other breeds. We aimed to identify demographic, training, and competition variables associated with the injury risk for this breed. We hypothesized that higher jump heights and competition....
Here is valuable information for heat index to consider when you are working/riding horses in hot weather.
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If you find a tick attached to your dog (or other animal of yours) or to you, here is a resource that will test the tick for commonly carried & transmitted diseases. If the results come back negative, no need to begin treatment. No more random administration of antibiotics.
For more info, or for where to send the tick(s) for tests, either call 1.866.713.TICK
or send an email to:
[email protected]
Place the tick in a sealed āzip lockā bag and mail. No other preparation is recommended.
The basic test costs $49 - pretty reasonably priced for valuable information!!
Remove the tick Use tweezers to carefully remove the tick, then place it in a small plastic bag. Learn how to remove a tick
Among the wonderful horses I adjusted (provided VSMT- veterinary spinal manipulative therapy) this morning, I had the honor of adjusting a grand senior horse, Patton, whose resume includes participating in four US presidential inaugural parades. You would never guess that he is 30+ years old! ā¤ļø
Here is a link to a well written blog about dogs overheating. I find that people think alot about extreme weather temps, especially cold and wind-chill (āreal feelā), but not about the effects of heat and humidity - the resulting temperature index āreal feelā temperature.
One thing not mentioned in the blog is using fans. Fan blowing on a wet dog creates evaporative cooling from the air moving over the wet surface. A wet dog sitting in a crate with no ābreezeā creates humidity, which increases the temperature index!
BTW, personally, I use Waggle monitors in my vehicle. I tried several Bluetooth monitors in past years but found their functioning ranges to be too variable and inconsistent.
Even if you run the A/C in your vehicle or RV, please have a temperature/humidity monitorā A/C has been known to fail, resulting in catastrophic results!
(Interesting that the photo is a Golden, for a blog in a Springer Spaniel site. š)
By Bill Brockett June 1, 2023 Safety Heat Index & Dogs This blog was initially titled āSeeds, Thorns & Heatā. But after researching how heat affects our dogs, Seeds & Thorns will have to wait. As we approach summer, heat is a more important and, as Iāve recently learned, complex issue that is ...
Great information!
What is the RFGS?
The Royal Kennel Club and the University of Cambridge have devised the Respiratory Function Grading Scheme (RFGS) designed to advise owners if their dog is affected by BOAS (Brachycephalic Obstructive Airway Syndrome) and give guidance to breeders on how to lower the risk of producing affected puppies. The program has been licensed by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals, and RFGS screening is now available in North America.
The a select number of veterinarians have been approved as OFA RFGS examiners as of Spring 2024.The list will continue grow in numbers and by geography over time, but the roll out is slow as all approved examiners must shadow under an approved examiner in a clinical setting in order to gain familiarity with the exam protocol and gain experience and proficiency in the grading scheme before becoming approved.
Learn more about the RFGS here: https://ofa.org/diseases/rfgs/
If you are planning to enter / re-enter the US with a dog after August 1, here is a FAQ resource from the AVMA to help explain the new CDC regulations:
Hereās another article with information about the CDC dog importation regulations set to go into effect on August 1:
Veterinarians scramble to understand what's needed under new rabies prevention rule
French Bulldog owners - hereās an opportunity to participate in a study, and help the health of your breed!
We are seeking normal neurologic French Bulldogs to participate in a new study evaluating French Bulldogsā structural conformation and potential underlying neurologic impacts. We will be performing neurologic exams, physical exam, x-rays of the spine, and pressure testing on those enrolled. We ask that the French Bulldogs enrolled not have a history of back pain or other neurologic disease. We also request that these patients are not on any medications other than preventatives. Please reach out to [email protected] for more information.
Clinical research allows us to develop new and more effective diagnostic and treatment options. UW Veterinary Care clinicians and staff are dedicated to raising the standard of care by using the latest technologies, while also performing research to advance veterinary and human medicine now and in the future.
All studies at the School of Veterinary Medicine are voluntary. To learn more, visit the link below.
https://uwveterinarycare.wisc.edu/veterinary-clinical-studies
ALL dogs can overheat, but brachycephalic (very short nose) breeds can overheat MUCH MORE QUICKLY! This graphic is a good basic representation of why.
It is YOUR responsibility to ensure that your dog remains safe.
Barn fires are usually devastating. Especially in light of the recent horrendous Ohio horse barn fire, I want to share a resource about FIRE PREVENTION! Once a barn fire starts, often it cannot be stopped until it destroys everything. Try to PREVENT fires.
https://hahs.org/barn-fire-prevention/?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAR2FFMm6Pua51Sd6uAcgIF4EBZp6dN197eSCOFePJBfmHDCPADXjNSAaFEk_aem_AS9I7e8jBTtplhgP6Qvies6_MgZxKh93kAOwKPHml5R-slme-y5gxn4aML9NLLEOkUkuJ1u9vU5shTVr1ZXF2eAp
Dr. Rebecca Gimenez Husted discusses barn fire prevention. She shares information about what to do during emergencies, including a barn fire.
Researchers at U C -Davis have released updated research and guidelines about spaying and neutering specific breeds of dogs to try to avoid health risks. This builds on their 2020 research.
Nothing is absolute for all dogs across the board, but these guidelines should be considered when discussing spaying or neutering YOUR specific dog with your veterinarian.
We have come a long way from the blanket recommendation of spay and neuter all dogs around 6 months of age. Yes, there are some health concerns (such as mammary cancer) with not spaying, but preventative health checks should be performed at least annually.
BTW, there are 2 breeds where the recommendations are to leave the dogs intact!
Here is a link to the research paper in āFrontiers in Veterinary Scienceā:
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2024.1322276/full
Here is a link to the article from U C - Davis:
https://www.ucdavis.edu/health/news/when-should-you-neuter-or-spay-your-dog
Here is a link to a chart:
https://images.app.goo.gl/iUYDpK29Rhy8sf9m7
A UC Davis study updates guidelines for when you should neuter or spay your dog to prevent increased risk of certain cancers or joint disorders.
FYI - new regulations are to go into effect August 1 for bringing dogs into the US - it seems even when you go to Canada for an event.
Be sure your dogs are microchipped and that the microchip number is recorded on their rabies certificate. Please remember to prepare for trips in advance, as last-minute veterinary appointments may not be readily possible.
You also need to be sure you are following any regulations that the countries into which you are going may have.
MY PERSONAL OPINION: while these regulations may be an inconvenience, the importation of ārescuedā dogs with diseases and/or unknown health histories poses a real threat not only to the animal population in the US but also to human health when you consider the zoonotic diseases such as rabies.
Here is a link to information from the AVMA:
https://www.avma.org/news/dog-import-requirements-strengthened-prevent-canine-rabies-return?utm_source=delivra&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=todays-headlines-news
Here is a link to the CDC announcement:
https://www.cdc.gov/media/releases/2024/s0508-Dog-Importation-Regulation.html?ACSTrackingID=USCDC_1_3-DM128196&ACSTrackingLabel=CDC%20Newsroom%3A%20Week%20In%20Review%20-%2005%2F10%2F2024&deliveryName=USCDC_1_3-DM128196
The Penn Vet Working Dog Center is conducting a survey about people's ability to identify dogs' body condition scores based on photographs. You can take the survey at: https://upenn.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3w9hJdYd1H0DvIa?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3-Vz-iS7SpldueuQrCWpSjljLgjLJgWa2kHMJmCgvFRpY1fFjlYh9MauM_aem_AZVUwJGeAAoJ3yEovsIOh6d-GTJAufK_ypzoPzAcxrjc_apC9JwhXsm4rdyQ9frGUbo0hL9et6GCyDTyKRn12Ph8
Thanks much!!
The more we know, the better stewards of the land we can be! Donāt ādecorateā turtle shells.
Lots of great information at the 2024 American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR) Symposium at Arthrex One.
A crucial takeaway from the article below is the importance of core muscle strength work for ALL working/athletic dogs, not just agility dogs.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8760802/
Here come the cicadas!
The noise and obtrusiveness of cicadas will double this year as two broods of 17-year periodical cicadas emerge simultaneously, but they pose a
Do you & your dog(s) participate in AGILITY? Please consider joining this study on the perceived exertion of the dogs.
(Your exertion is something completely different š)
We are 75% of the way to our goal enrollment! Thank you to everyone who is already participating! If you aren't in that group, please consider helping. You can access study information and a link to the enrollment survey here: https://labs.wsu.edu/agility-dog-health/phase-1-enrollment-information/ . FAQs for individuals interested in participating are posted here: https://labs.wsu.edu/agility-dog-health/agility-dog-rating-of-perceived-exertion-rpe/ . Please share!
Agility folksā check this out ā-
This page is for individuals interested in evidence-based information related to the health and well-
Hereās an update on the recent dog respiratory illness-
The state said it worked with veterinarians to investigate cases but found no 'unique circumstances' in any in Michigan.
It is truly an honor and gratifying to be asked to provide your professional input, and fun to read the publication of the information that you provided. This article is from the February 2024 edition of Veterinary Practice News.
Here's a link to a quick update on canine respiratory disease(s):
An unidentified respiratory illness spreading among canines in more than a dozen states has been causing anxiety and fear among dog owners.
This is a long post: Here are my comments about LIBRELA, since several of my clients have asked me my opinion about it ā used appropriately, Librela is probably wonderful, BUT, be aware of appropriate use and potential adverse reactions: Just a little information about Librela, the new (new in the US) monoclonal antibody monthly injection to help treat the pain from LIMB JOINT osteoarthritis (OA) in dogs (I do not believe it was tested in dogs with spine arthritis). It is ONLY APPROVED for use in dogs with limb joint OA - no other conditions. It works by inhibiting nerve growth factor (NGF), a protein that is elevated in dogs with OA and is involved with pain. When Librelaās active drug inhibits NGF, that pain sensation doesnāt get to the brain, so the dog doesnāt feel as much pain.
By far, for the most part, owners have reported either wonderful results in arthritic dogs being more comfortable and mobile, or little improvement.
What is very troubling are the reports of adverse reactions that donāt seem to have been widely reported to the veterinary community, including anaphylactic and neurological reactions. The neuro reactions have included severe weakness, ataxia/difficulty walking and/or standing and even seizures. It appears that dogs having adverse reactions are those that do not only have OA, but may also have some degree of concurrent neuro issues (which is common in older dogs).
More adverse reactions seem to occur after one of the repeated monthly interval injections.
It also seems that if a dog has a non-fatal adverse reaction that the adverse symptoms appear to gradually improve over a period of more than 4 weeks, with the dog returning to or nearly to its pre-Librela status. I have observed this in a patient that received Librela.
PLEASE discuss the pros & cons with your primary care veterinarian. As I said, most owner reports have been good.
Here is a link to additional information from the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA): https://www.aaha.org/publications/newstat/articles/2023-5/what-approval-for-canine-oa-treatment-librela-means-for-dogs-and-the-people-who-love-them/ #:~:text=It's%20important%20to%20note%20that,with%20OA%20of%20the%20spine.
I found this information from New Hampshire about the canine respiratory disease very interesting ā their research (starting in late 2022!) is pointing towards a type of tiny bacteriaā¦.
Respiratory Syndrome of Unknown Etiology in Dogs 2022-3 in New England: Diagnostic Investigation Effective 11-21-2023
Yorkville, IL
60560
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Sandhill Cranes rendezvous-ing over Sawgrass Training Center in Crete, IL - heading north-- spring can't be far away now!
