HEALTH ISSUES

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Retinal Disorders in Border Collies - Gregory M. Acland B.V.Sc., D.A.C.V.O., M.R.C.V.S.	Allergic Reactions to Medications – Linda Arndt
Bach Flower Remedies/ Bach Rescue Remedy – Linda Arndt	Candida Albicans – Is This The Root of Many Allergies and Bloat/Torsion? – Linda Arndt
Nutritionally Caused Bone Diseases: Interview with Eagle Products, Inc. – Linda Arndt	Tail Healing Method – Linda Arndt
Watchword “Vegetable Soup” – Linda Arndt (Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy)	Nutrition: Is It A Factor in Bloat and Torsion? – Linda Arndt
A Guide to Recognizing Bone Disease – Linda Arndt	The Use of Phyto-Sprout Plus – Linda Arndt
Why Remove Dewclaws – Excerpt from an article by Lisa C. Beagan, DVM	The Known Hereditary Diseases of the Canine Eye – P.G.C. Bedford
Vaccination Guidelines – Bellwether
No Cheap Shots – Barbara Cicognani	No Bones About It! – Barbara Cicognani
Feeding the Dog - Steven J. Covert, DVM	Ceroid Lipofuscinosis in The Border Collie - Judy DeJong
Canine Immune System and Disease Resistance – W. Jean Dodds, DVM	von Willebrand’s Disease in Dobermanns - John K. Dunn MA BVM&S MVetSc DSAM Dip ECVIM MRCPath MRCVS
Guide to Some Congenital, Heritable, and Other Disorders Common (And Not So Common) to Great Danes – Louise Feddema	Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy or a Blood Infection (Septicemia) – Hazel Gregory
Canine Abortion - Jeanette L. Floss, DVM, MS, and David K. Hardin, DVM	Reproductive Management of the Brood Bitch - Jeanette L. Floss, D.V.M., M.S.
Pregnancy Determination in the Bitch - Jeanette L. Floss, DVM, MS	The Epilepsy Underground – Lynn Fremuth
How I Dremel Nails – Dawn S. Garrett	Zoonoses – Kenneth Harkin
Dewclaws – Karmachi/Kribyan Chihuahuas	KSU Veterinarian Uses Acupuncture As Treatment for Aching Animals – Kansas State University
KSU Veterinarian Says Owners Shouldn’t Ignore Aging Pets – Kansas State University	KSU Veterinarian Offers Owners Help With Pet Allergies – Kansas State University
Cancer in Pets is Not Uncommon – Kansas State University	Cancer in Pets: What Pet Owners Should Know – Kansas State University
K-State Veterinarian Offers Tips on Helping Your Dog Beat the Heat – Kansas State University	KSU Veterinary Oncologist Searches for Cancer Cure – Kansas State University
Breeding May Pass on Orthopedic Problems in Canines – Kansas State University	Awareness, Quick Action Key to Battling Canine Bacterial Disease – Kansas State University
K-State Veterinarian Issues Canine ‘Toxic Shock’ Advisory – Kansas State University	Winterizing Your Pet: How to Help Chilly Dogs and Cold Kitties – Kansas State University
Tips: Dental Care Important for Pet Health – Kansas State University	K-State Expert Says Dog Kisses Can Give Back More Than Love – Kansas State University
Greyhounds Provide Model for E. Coli Food Poisoning in Humans – Kansas State University	Exercise Caution When Exercising Fido – Kansas State University
Hot Summer Temperatures Coupled with High Humidity Can Overheat Dogs – Kansas State University	Hip Dysplasia: One of the Most Common Ailments in Dogs – Kansas State University
K-State Vet Says Herbal Preventatives May Not Make Fleas Flee – Kansas State University	In Summer’s Heat, Prevent Canine Heat Exhaustion – Kansas State University
Glaucoma in Pets Require Immediate Veterinary Attention – Kansas State University	KSU Veterinarian Says To Beware of Somersaulting Stomachs – Kansas State University
K-State Expert Says Fleas Can Be An Itchy Situation – Kansas State University	Veterinarians Adopt Wellness Outlook On Flea Control – Kansas State University
Leptospirosis Raising Health Concern Among Companion Pet Owners – Kansas State University	Leptospirosis Vaccine Not Recommended For Puppies – Kansas State University
K-State Expert Offers Tips for Jogging Dogs – Kansas State University	KSU Veterinarian Says To Act Safely In Pet Emergency – Kansas State University
Advances in Animal Medicine Increase Quality of Life for Older Pets – Kansas State University	Pet Treats: KSU Veterinarian Offers Some Tips on Choosing and Feeding – Kansas State University
Are Your Pets Making You Sick? – Kansas State University	Radioactive Beads Latest Weapon in Fighting Cancer in Dogs, Cats – Kansas State University
‘Scooting’ Behavior May Signal Dog’s Need for Help – Kansas State University	Behavior Modification May Be Best Medicine in Treating Dogs’ Separation Anxiety – Kansas State University
Keep Pets Parasite Free, K-State Veterinarians Advise – Kansas State University	Dogs and Cats Are Just As Susceptible to Skin Cancer as Humans – Kansas State University
Spaying or Neutering Brings Health Benefits To Pets – Kansas State University	Reducing Pet Overpopulation Focus of KSU Research – Kansas State University
K-State Veterinarian Offers Summer Pet Care Health Tips – Kansas State University	When to Take a Pet to the Vet – Kansas State University
Pet Owners Should Beware of Zoonosis Diseases – Kansas State University	Getting Your Dog’s Back Back Into Action – Kansas State University
This Fall’s Antifreeze Can Be Dangerous – Kansas State University	Arthritis in Dogs: Pain Relief Options Expanding – Kansas State University
Keep Pets Safe from Fall Hazards – Kansas State University	KSU Vets: Canine Hip Problems Can Be Avoided – Kansas State University
Digestive Tract Disorders – Fred Lanting	Another Look at Dewclaws – Fred Lanting
Wrong Ideas about Hip Dysplasia – Fred Lanting	Angles: Front and Rear – Fred Lanting
Back Pain in Dogs – Fred Lanting	Birth Defects: Cleft Palate – Why and When – Fred Lanting
Canine Gout – Fred Lanting	Canine Digestive Tract Disorders In Several Breeds – Fred Lanting
Cause of Hip Dysplasia – Fred Lanting
Constancy and Repeatability in Hip Evaluations – Fred Lanting	Cryptorchidism – Fred Lanting
Ehrlichiosis — Not Just for German Shepherds - Fred Lanting
GSD Myelopathy – Fred Lanting	Hip Dysplasia Latest News – Fred Lanting
Options in Treatment for the Dysplastic Dog – Fred Lanting	Orthopedic Problems in Hocks – Fred Lanting
PennHIP: Misconceptions and Misinformation – Fred Lanting	What Happens to the PennHIP Radiograph? Technique and Reporting Process – Fred Lanting
Dog Poisons and Dangerous Toys – Fred Lanting	The Stifles – Fred Lanting
Breed Value Procedure for Hip Dysplasia (From the July, 1998 SV HD News) – (Primarily for Veterinarians) translated by Fred Lanting	Calcinosis Cutis, Calcium Circumscripta, Canine Gout – Fred Lanting
Diseases of Puppyhood – Fred Lanting and Leland Carmichael, DVM, PhD	Digestive Tract Disorders – Fred Lanting
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy – Fred Lanting	Legg Calvé Perthes Disease - Fred Lanting
Another Look at Elbows – Fred Lanting	Patella Luxations – Fred Lanting
Panosteitis – Fred Lanting	Spondylosis Deformans – Fred Lanting
You Be The Judge (PennHip vs OFA) – Fred Lanting	Wobbler Syndrome – Fred Lanting
Transitional Vertebral Segment (TVS) – Fred Lanting	Treatments for Elbow Disorders – Fred Lanting and S-E Olsson
Hip Dysplasia in the Border Collie - Janet E. Larson, United States Border Collie Club Newsletter, Summer 1994	Epilepsy - Alicia Aylward Marcinczyk
Canine Idiopathic Epilepsy – Margaret Muns, D.V.M.
Notes on Cervical Spondlopathy (Wobbler’s Disease) taken from Lecture given by Hamish Denny, MA, VetMB, PhD, DSAO, FRCVS – Sierra Milton	Canine Hip Dysplasia – Is Early Surgery The Best Choice to Prevent Arthritis? - Ken Ninomiya, DVM
Canine Vaccination – Catherine O’Driscoll	Canine Health Census – Catherine O’Driscoll
How to Select Against Genetic Disease with Knowledge, not Hope – George Packard
Beating Bloat: An Analysis of Risk and Prevention – Sharon Pflaumer	Canine Vision - Mark Plonsky, Ph.D.
Giardiasis – Kay Pine, United States Border Collie Club Newsletter, Winter 1993	Lyme Disease - Kay Pine, United States Border Collie Club Newsletter, Summer 1995
Puppy First Visit - Eamon Patrick Riley	Easing Pain Isn’t Enough: K-State Veterinarians Research Medication and Food to Improve Treatment of Dogs with Osteoarthritis – James K. Roush
Rabies - F.T. Satalowich, DVM, MSPH and Jeanette L. Floss, D.V.M., M.S.	Canine Heartworm Disease - Elizabeth L. Settles, DVM
Canine Hip Dysplasia - Patricia Schenck, DVM, PhD	Hip Dysplasia in Growing Dogs: Recommendations for Breeding and Nutrition – Dr. Cindy L. Shmon
Hypertrophic Osteodystrophy – Jill Swedlow	Panosteitis – Jill Swedlow
Osteochondritis Dessicans (OCD) – Jill Swedlow	Spondylolithesis (Wobblers Syndrome) – Jill Swedlow
No Gooies, No Irritation Ear Taping (Aftercare of the Cropped Ear) – Jill Swedlow	Vaccination Failures – University of Pennsylvania
Will Your Pet Benefit from Coenzyme Q-10 Supplementation? – Eugene S. Wagner, Ph.D.	Canine Hip Dysplasia - Olli Wuorimaa
Whites: Is It Worth the Risks? – J. P. Yousha	Update on Canine Lyme Disease – Veterinary Medicine
Canine Blastomycosis	Dog Show Crud (Bacterial Overgrowth)

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