| Veterinary Medicine Update | Smithsonian celebrates birth of rare wild horse species via artificial insemination Seven years of research and hard work have culminated in the birth of a rare Przewalski's horse via artificial insemination, according to Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute experts. "It seems reasonable to assume that reproduction for the Przewalski's horse would be similar to domestic horses, but it simply isn't the case," says reproductive physiologist Budhan Pukazhenthi. The little-understood species is considered the planet's last wild horse. Some 1,500 live in captivity, while fewer than 500 remain in the wild, mostly in Mongolia, China and Kazakhstan. PhysOrg.com (8/6) Other News | Summer brings increased demand for canine blood donations Summer months mean more outdoor play for dogs, and that means more heat-related problems and car accidents and greater need for blood, according to Jocelyn Pratt, who manages the Blue Ridge Veterinary Blood Bank in Loudoun County, Va. Veterinarian Urs Giger, an animal transfusion expert at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, said canine blood donors must have a calm, non-aggressive temperament. "It's a safe procedure, just like in humans, and it's altruistic," Dr. Giger said. "It's extraordinarily important to save the lives of various sick animals with anemia and bleeding disorders." The Baltimore Sun (8/4) Pros and cons of allowing pets at work There are clear benefits to allowing employees to bring pets to work, including a warm, pleasant environment for employees and clients. But it's important to consider downsides, including employees who are distracted by animals or allergies and the risk of bites. Establishing a written policy that is agreed upon by all workers will help employers protect their businesses from potential liabilities while enjoying the benefits of having animals around. FindLaw/Free Enterprise blog (8/5) Rarely seen fish surfaces in Wash. state lake A man water-skiing on Lake Washington near Seattle initially mistook an 8-foot fish he found for a shark, but it appears instead to be a sturgeon. The animal was dead and floating in the lake when the man encountered it, and experts say it's a rare find. "Sturgeon live in deep water and are bottom-feeders so they're not easy to spot," said state biologist Annette Hoffman. The Seattle Times/The Today File blog (8/5) Other News  | Join a community that can help you grow your business
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