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| Veterinary Medicine Update |  |  | | |  | - Flight genes may explain bats' remarkable disease resistance
Bats have the capacity to survive infection with deadly zoonotic pathogens such as Ebola, Hendra, Nipah and SARS, something that could be explained by their ability to fly, according to the results of a recent genetic study. The genes involved in flight appear to have the added benefit of conferring disease resistance and longevity, the authors suggest, and delving into this line of research may one day help humans with illnesses including infectious disease and cancer. "The majority of new diseases in humans come from animals and the viruses that come from bats are the most deadly of all," said researcher Chris Cowled. Gizmag (1/24)      - Veterinarians help sea lion recover from serious gunshot injuries
Whirlybird, a sea lion found unresponsive at a California beach, has recovered after veterinarians treated the animal for a gunshot wound to the face. When Whirlybird was found, veterinarians noted one eye was lost and the other was severely damaged, and metal fragments were dispersed in the animal's head. Whirlybird, who would likely not survive if released into the wild, has found a home in captivity at Chicago's Shedd Aquarium. Santa Cruz Sentinel (Calif.) (1/24)  | Sedative & Analgesic for Dogs & Cats
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- Obesity: A delicate, difficult issue that veterinarians must tackle
With pet obesity often tied to owner habits and health, veterinarians are faced with a complicated situation when dealing with obesity in a pet whose owner has the same issue. Veterinarians can engage in an education plan that involves direct client communication about healthy diet and lifestyle for pets in addition to working at the community level to promote pet and human health, this article suggests. TheConversation.edu.au (Australia) (1/24)  | Manager's Guide: Avoid 7 Project Portfolio Pitfalls
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 | Around the Office | |  | | - Cheap and free solutions for file management
Managing files on your computer can be tricky, but inaction can be costly as unused files clutter up your hard drive and potentially expose your personal information to data thieves, writes Erez Zukerman. However, tools such as DropIt, RoboBasket and SortMyBox can help you manage your files without spending a fortune, he writes. PCWorld (1/23) | AVMA in the News | | | | - Ownership of horses, birds down, AVMA study finds
In addition to tracking dog and cat care and ownership, the AVMA's U.S. Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook also sheds light on other species. Ownership of birds fell 20.5% from 2006 to 2011, while horse ownership fell 33% over the same period. The report also documented declines in ownership of rabbits and fish. AVMA President Dr. Douglas Aspros said the reasons for the declines aren't entirely clear, but the economy is likely part of the equation. "Owning, feeding, housing and caring for horses is costly," Dr. Aspros said. And he noted birds are not as readily available as they used to be. However the issue is likely more complex than simple economics, Dr. Aspros said: "There are several surveys which indicate people are willing to spend, arguably more than ever, on their pets." Chicago Tribune (tiered subscription model) (1/23) - Sweaters are a necessity for some dogs
Although clothes for pets can be trendy, the AVMA says certain breeds benefit from wearing coats, sweaters, booties and other items when the temperature is too cold for them to handle naturally. However, dogs can overheat in sweaters, so owners should closely monitor the weather, the dog and the dog's activity, according to Dr. Bonnie Beaver, a past president of the AVMA. International Business Times (1/24) | Association News | | | | - Job searching, made easier
Looking for a new job, or a new employee? AVMA's Veterinary Career Center brings employers and job seekers the best searching and matching experience available. Here you will find the tools you need to target the perfect job or applicant, drawing from our expanded database open to all positions in the veterinary field, including the entire veterinary clinic staff. Visit the AVMA Veterinary Career Center.
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