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| Veterinary Medicine Update |  |  | | |  | - A hero's welcome for Kabang as she returns to Philippines
Kabang, the dog who lost her snout while saving two humans from an oncoming motorcycle, was welcomed back in the Philippines with a motorcade celebration after more than half a year in the U.S. for treatment at the University of California, Davis. Skin grafts were used to close the gaping wound on her face that resulted from the accident. "She symbolizes unconditional love," said veterinarian Anton Lim, who is caring for Kabang in the Philippines. "She saved two lives so the whole world actually came together to save hers, so it is really a very nice symbol for everyone." KTVU-TV (Oakland, Calif.)/The Associated Press (6/10), The Telegraph (London) (tiered subscription model) (6/8), The Huffington Post/The Associated Press (6/8), BBC (6/8)      - Duck genome sheds light on how influenza spreads
Scientists have sequenced the duck genome, and their findings shed light on the genetic basis for ducks' unique immunity to influenza. Ducks possess fewer immunity-encoding genes than mammals, but they have some genes that are not present in other birds, apparently making them less susceptible to most avian strains of influenza. Scientists believe ducks, which carry the viruses but don't exhibit symptoms, allow some influenza strains to evolve and spread. MedicalDaily.com (6/9) - Tadpole GI tracts may help decipher human genetic defects
In an effort to discover the mechanism behind genetic defects that can lead to gastrointestinal disorders in humans, North Carolina State University researchers are examining tadpoles. Most tadpoles are vegetarians, but Budgett's frog tadpoles eat other animals (including their siblings), so their GI tract provides a better model for understanding the human system. "There are a significant number of birth defects in humans that involve alterations in GI-tract topology. It's possible that if we hit on these alterations as we did with these frogs, we could start to understand how you can derive such defects," says researcher Nanette Nascone-Yoder, whose work involved manipulating development of the frog GI tract. The News & Observer (Raleigh, N.C.) (6/9)  | We're here, even when times are rough.
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- U.S. college student contracts leptospirosis in Barbados
A 19-year-old college student was diagnosed with leptospirosis, a zoonotic bacterial disease transmitted via the urine of an infected animal, which he apparently contracted while snorkeling in Barbados. The student became severely ill after returning home from the trip. His history of cutting his elbow while snorkeling combined with reports of leptospirosis in Barbados led his U.S. doctors to suspect and treat him successfully for the disease. Lab tests later confirmed the diagnosis. The Philadelphia Inquirer (6/9) - Woman frees deer from a sticky, stifling situation
A Minnesota woman came to the aid of a deer whose head was stuck in a plastic jar for at least four days. After fruitlessly seeking help through a variety of channels, Janet Murphy followed a recommendation on Facebook and called Wildwoods, a wildlife rehabilitation group in Duluth, which sent a volunteer to help. Using a 10-foot catch-pole provided by the group, Murphy was able to free the deer. A Wildwoods representative said litter is often a problem for animals. Duluth News Tribune (Minn.) (6/8)  | |  | | | Fight the Spread of Canine Lyme Disease
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- Social media marketing need not be daunting
Small-business owners recognize the need to establish a social media presence but can be intimidated by the technology. Steve Strauss, author of "The Small Business Bible," recommends that small businesses get started by focusing on one network, being patient as they allow campaigns to take off and paying attention to customers' needs. Forbes (6/7)  | Join a community that can help you grow your business
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 - Animal lovers by state
Using data from the AVMA's U.S. Pet Ownership & Demographics Sourcebook, this report sheds light on the pet fans of the nation. Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi are major dog states, while cat people predominate in Maine, Vermont and Massachusetts. BuzzFeed (6/7)  | Myths, Pitfalls and Realities of CPQ Software
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| Association News | | | | - Podcast: Mange in pets
Most pet owners who have dealt with skin issues in their pets will agree that they are some of the most common (and also some of the most frustrating) problems an animal can have. In this AVMA Animal Tracks podcast, Dr. Marcia Schwassmann, a board-certified veterinary dermatologist in Maitland, Fla., discusses mange in pets. Listen to the podcast.
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