More cats with lower urinary tract disease seen at the Foster Hospital during the pandemic
Tuesday, September 22nd, 2020
Veterinarians share why being unable to urinate is a life-threatening feline emergency—and how to help keep your pet safe
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Hank Investigates: Tetanus in Dogs
Thursday, September 10th, 2020
Dr. Ian DeStefano spoke with 7 News Boston about tetanus in dogs and a case that was successfully treated at Foster Hospital.
Tetanus rare in dogs, but clean wounds
Monday, August 10th, 2020
Alum Dr. John de Jong answers a Boston Herald reader’s questions about tetanus in dogs—and gives kudos to the Foster Hospital staff who recently diagnosed and successfully treated a pet with this rare and potentially deadly infection.
Triumphing over Tetanus
Wednesday, July 29th, 2020
Not many dogs contract this infection—and many of those that do die. However, intensive care at the Foster Hospital saved two pets with severe tetanus in less than a year
The Tele-Veterinarian Will See You Now
Thursday, July 16th, 2020
Some current clients of Foster Hospital for Small Animals can opt for virtual appointments, which benefit patients, veterinarians, and even students
A Deadly Rabbit Virus Spreads in the U.S.
Monday, July 13th, 2020
Veterinarians urge pet owners to prepare for the arrival of rabbit hemorrhagic disease
Can a Human Drug Stop Life-Threatening Bleeding in Dogs with Traumatic Injuries?
Monday, July 6th, 2020
Cummings School is part of a multi-institution study to assess if a new field treatment would benefit military working dogs—and maybe someday pets in hemorrhagic shock.
Clinical Case Challenge: Feline Hair Loss
Tuesday, June 16th, 2020
A ten-year-old spayed female domestic shorthair cat presented to Foster Hospital’s dermatology and allergy service with a one-month history of progressive hair loss around her nose and below her eyes.
She Came for the Pets. She Stayed for the People
Monday, June 8th, 2020
Veterinary assistant Kate Jolly—a Tufts at Tech alum—is the glue holding clinicians, owners, and students together in the Foster Hospital ER
How Seasonal Allergies Affect Your Pet
Tuesday, May 26th, 2020
Two Cummings School veterinary dermatologists offer advice for owners of cats and dogs with environmental and flea allergies.
