Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education

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Event

Feline Dental Health

On Thursday, February 27th at 6pm ET, Dr. Ada To, Resident Veterinarian in Dentistry & Oral Surgery, discusses dental disorders that affect cats and how to care for your feline's dental health.

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Pet Health Library

Valentine’s Day & Pets

Keep your pets safe by watching out for these holiday hazards!
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Bird Flu Outbreak: Protecting Your Cats and Dogs During the HPAI Epidemic

Since 2022, there has been an ongoing epidemic in wild birds of highly pathogenic avian...
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Pet Health Library

Periodontal Disease in Dogs

Periodontal disease is one of the most common diseases found in dogs.
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Event

Behavior Solutions for Pet Owners

Join us on March 19th as AMC's Veterinary Behaviorist Dr. Vanessa Spano discusses key strategies.
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Pet Health Library

Tooth Resorption in Cats

The most common dental disease in cats is a destructive process called tooth resorption.
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Pet Health Library

Heart Disease in Dogs and Cats

What are the signs of heart disease and how can it be treated?
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Pet Health Library

Luxating Patella in Pets

A luxating patella occurs when the kneecap moves out of its normal position.
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Children's Resources

All About Kittens

Crazy about kittens? Learn fun feline facts and create a kitten companion on our activity sheet!
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If you have a question about pet health, we have the answer.

The Usdan Institute for Animal Health Education at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) is the leading provider of pet health information. Our mission is to educate and empower pet owners and to promote the human-animal bond.

With AMC’s staff of over 130 doctors and the knowledge gained from more than a century of experience, we are uniquely positioned to deliver the most reliable and up-to-date information for all your pet health needs.

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Explore the Usdan Institute

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Pet Health Library

Your A-to-Z guide to common conditions, clinical signs, and wellness tips.

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Children's Education

Resources for teachers and caregivers with children interested in veterinary medicine.

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Events

Register for our upcoming events and watch video recordings of our past events.

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Pet Food Recalls

The latest information on recalls that may affect your beloved pet.

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How-To Videos

Step-by-step information about caring for your pets at home.

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If you have any questions or are interested in partnering with the Usdan Institute, please contact us at usdaninstitute@amcny.org.