Texas A&M research collaboration uncovers how domestic rabbits become feral in the wild
Researchers at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) have uncovered how natural selection “rewilds” domestic rabbits.
The study, published in Nature Ecology and Evolution, helps answer the question of how normally tame rabbits — which have many natural predators — can become a force of ecological destruction when purposefully or accidentally reintroduced to the wild.
Texas A&M center receives $7.6 million grant to promote research in environmental health
The Texas A&M Center for Environmental Health (TiCER), a National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) Environmental Health Sciences Core Center, will be returning to the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) with a $7.6 million grant for the center’s new funding cycle.
Veterinary researchers help develop synthetic plugs offer alternative to total knee replacements
Osteochondral defects (OCDs) can cause damage to cartilage and underlying bone, leading to chronic pain and loss of joint function. Depending on the extent of damage, individuals must undergo surgical treatment, the most extensive being total knee replacement, which over 800,000 Americans undergo each year.
Unbelievable: Dog Diagnosed with Three Rare Autoimmune Diseases! You Won't Believe How She Was Saved
Discover the extraordinary journey of Lanie, a Labrador retriever diagnosed with three autoimmune diseases, including the rare sterile steroid-responsive lymphadenitis. Learn how Texas A&M's veterinary experts solved the mystery and restored Lanie's health, proving the importance of expert care for pets. Photo credit: Clara Mechelle
Texas A&M Veterinary Emergency Team returns from wildfire deployment
The Texas A&M Veterinary Emergency Team (VET) concludes an eight-day mission providing crucial veterinary care to animals affected by the Smokehouse Creek Fire in the Texas Panhandle. Amidst the largest wildfire in Texas history, the VET tended to over 270 animals across five counties, addressing injuries from burns, smoke inhalation, and nutritional deficiencies. Led by Dr. Deb Zoran, the team's efforts extended to supporting search and rescue canines and collaborating with local authorities and academic institutions. Gratitude is expressed for the community's support in aiding the recovery process.
Life-Saving Discovery: Texas A&M Unveils Groundbreaking Dog Decontamination Protocols!
Texas A&M's Veterinary Emergency Team (VET) introduces pioneering protocols for decontaminating dogs in disaster scenarios, aiming to equip emergency responders nationwide. Led by Dr. Debra Zoran, the team's guidelines streamline the decontamination process using cost-effective methods, ensuring swift and effective cleansing of companion animals exposed to toxic substances. With a focus on inclusivity and adaptability, the VET's groundbreaking research revolutionizes disaster preparedness efforts, safeguarding both human and animal health in times of crisis.