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Avian Influenza and Our Seal Response Operations

We are pleased to report that the Center is resuming our seal response operations. To prioritize health and safety amidst avian influenza, we are taking a phased approach, initially reopening in Monterey and San Luis Obispo areas.

The Center continues to test all incoming animals for influenza and has had no cases among our patients to date.

See our latest updates about avian influenza and marine mammals, including how you can help.

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Parasite genotype is a risk factor for Sarcocystis neurona-associated mortality in southern sea otters
California sea lion

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Meloxicam may induce nephrotoxicity in California sea lions with chronic domoic acid toxicosis
Harbor seal

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Anticipatory Behavior and Enrichment: Insights into Assessing and Managing Harbor Seal Pup Welfare in a Wildlife Rehabilitation Setting
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Anthelmintic therapies for Parafilaroides decorus pneumonia in California sea lions
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Neurological examination protocol for harbor seal pups
Pacific harbor seal

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Population pharmacokinetics of a single oral dose of gabapentin identifies rapid plasma clearance in rehabilitated Pacific harbor seal pups