Health & Environment

Hurricane forecasters are predicting a near-normal 2009 hurricane season which officially begins Monday, June 1.

Last fall, as Hurricane Ike approached the Gulf coast, more than 250 critical-care patients were evacuated to Reed Arena. Texas A&M student and staff volunteers were a key element of the support system that helped the shelter provide for the evacuees.

“Cushing’s disease (also known as hyperadrenocorticism) primarily occurs in small breed dogs that are middle aged and older."

Kennel cough is a common canine aliment that is a type of bronchitis characterized by a harsh, hacking cough.

A cold slice of watermelon has long been a Fourth of July holiday staple. But according to recent studies, the juicy fruit may be better suited for Valentine’s Day.

The tiny birds that weigh no more than a handful of peanuts can cause bird lovers to go truly nutty with delight.

In the rapidly growing field of animal assisted therapy, EFAT provides continuing education credentials through a unique, effective approach for therapy.

A birth control pill for animals is being developed at Texas A&M University’s College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences.

Puppies are a wonderful addition to any home, but with them comes one change that can be anything but wonderful – house training.

Many people loathe rats and associate them with disease and filth – hardly a four-star recommendation for the furry creatures.