A Voice for the Unsung Heroes
Wednesday, May 5th, 2021
As a vet tech, Michael Santasieri enjoyed teaching. When a new tech training job at the Foster Hospital for Small Animals was created, he knew it was the perfect fit.
Small Animal
Cats Shed More Than Dogs. The Coronavirus, Not Fur.
Tuesday, September 29th, 2020
Postdoctoral scholar Kaitlin Sawatzki comments in The New York Times on findings from a household with ferrets that participated in the CoVERS study.
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
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
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.
How does COVID-19 affect dogs, cats, and other animals? Tufts researchers want your help finding the answer
Thursday, April 23rd, 2020
How does COVID-19 affect dogs, cats, and other animals? Cummings School Professor Jonathan Runstadler talked to 7News – WHDH Boston about how pet and livestock owners can help Tufts researchers find the answer.
How to Stop Attention-Seeking Behavior
Thursday, April 16th, 2020
A veterinary behaviorist shares how to get your dog to stop barking, pawing, stealing or otherwise acting up to get your attention during the pandemic.
How Animals Help Us During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Monday, March 30th, 2020
Pets can provide company and comfort in the face of social isolation and high anxiety
