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Some Dogs Have a Higher Risk of Digestive Problems like Diarrhea
Source: Earth.com A large-scale UK study analyzing 2.2 million Veterinary records found that acute diarrhea affects about 1 in 12 dogs annually. Led by Dr. Dan O’Neill of the Royal Veterinary College, the research identified high-risk breeds such as Cavapoo, Maltese,...
What To Know About Ohio’s New Law Making Virtual Vet Visits Easier For Pet Owners
Source: Cleveland.com Ohio has enacted a new law taking effect September 30, 2025, that expands Veterinary telehealth by allowing licensed veterinarians to establish a Veterinary-client-patient relationship (VCPR) through live virtual visits and prescribe medications...
Brains of Stranded Dolphins Showed Signs of Alzheimer’s Disease
Source: Science Alert A new study of 20 stranded bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon suggests that brain damage resembling Alzheimer’s disease may contribute to disorientation and strandings. Researchers found gene expression...
‘Ball Junkie’: Some Dogs Show Signs of Addiction, Study Finds
Source: The Guardian A study published in Scientific Reports suggests that some dogs may display addictive-like behavior toward toys, similar in pattern (though not severity) to human behavioral addictions. Researchers from Vetmeduni Vienna, led by Dr. Stefanie...
American Veterinary Medical Association Calls for More Clinical Trials of CBD for Pets
Source: Pet Age The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has released an updated report, Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine, highlighting the growing evidence supporting the use of CBD treatments for pets, including cats, dogs, and horses. The report stresses...
Pawsible Ventures Launches $10M Fund and Venture Studio to Build the Next Generation of Animal Wellness Companies
Source: Finance Yahoo Pawsible Ventures, based in Vancouver, has launched a $10 million venture fund and studio dedicated to revolutionizing the $250B+ global pet health and wellness market. Founded by Alex Chieng and Shafin Diamond Tejani (Victory Square...
UA Little Rock Study Suggests Raccoons Could Be On The Path To Becoming a Household Pet
Source: Fox 16 A University of Arkansas at Little Rock study suggests raccoons may be beginning the early stages of domestication. Researchers analyzed nearly 20,000 images and found that raccoons living in cities have shorter snouts than rural ones, which is a...
Preventing Anaplasmosis in Cattle
Source: Drovers Anaplasmosis, caused by the bacterium Anaplasma marginale, is a persistent and widespread cattle disease in Oklahoma. The bacteria infect red blood cells and are transmitted through ticks, flies, or contaminated instruments. Infected cattle remain...
Collaboration Trains Future Veterinarians and Journalists
Source: WSU Insider Washington State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and Edward R. Murrow College of Communication have partnered to train Veterinary and journalism students to communicate effectively during infectious disease outbreaks. Through the...
New ‘Invaluable’ Research to Help Owners Understand Grief in Horses
Source: Horse & Hound A study by the University of Lincoln and San Marco Veterinary Clinic has found that allowing a horse to see the body of a deceased companion may ease its grief. Researchers surveyed owners of 325 surviving horses, examining behavioral changes...
Animals Everywhere: LSU Vet Med’s ‘Animals in Art’ Exhibit Showcases Work of 60 Artists
Source: The Advocate The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine’s “International Exhibition on Animals in Art” has returned, showcasing 60 selected works celebrating animals’ roles in human life and the planet. Coordinated by Ginger Guttner, the exhibit features paintings...
My Pet Sleeps All Day and All Night. Is That Normal?
Source: The Guardian Pets have unique sleeping habits, often napping for much of the day. Veterinary experts say dogs and cats can rest 40–80% of the time, though “normal” varies by species, age, and environment. Puppies may sleep 18–20 hours daily, adult dogs 12–14,...
PetSmart Kicks Off Search for Its Next ‘Chief Toy Tester’
Source: PetSmart PetSmart has launched its 2026 Chief Toy Tester Contest, inviting one cat and one dog (plus their humans) to become official toy testers. Winners will receive $10,000, quarterly product packages of the latest toys, treats, apparel, and gear, and VIPP...
Florida’s Mote Marine Laboratory Relocates Hundreds Of Marine Animals To New $130M Facility
Source: AP News Over the past several months, crews successfully relocated hundreds of marine animals—including river otters, sea turtles, manatees, penguins, sharks, and more—from Mote Marine Laboratory’s longtime City Island facility to its new Mote Science...
‘I Didn’t Know If That Many Cats Would Fit’: Victoria Volunteer Pilot Takes Flight For Canadian Wings Of Rescue
Source: Chek News Jonathan Monahan, a Canadian chartered professional accountant and lifelong aviation enthusiast, combines his love of flying with animal rescue as a volunteer pilot for Canadian Wings of Rescue, a nonprofit that transports at-risk pets to safety....
LSU Vet Med Grad’s Research Exemplifies One Health Philosophy for Animal, Human, and Environmental Health
Source: LSU School of Veterinary Medicine Dr. Tiffany Wolf, associate professor at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine, exemplifies the One Health approach by linking animal, human, and environmental well-being. A graduate of LSU Vet Med (2002),...
Two Investigations Reveal How Resistant Bacteria May Have Spread From Pets To People
Source: CIDRAP A Clinical Infectious Diseases study revealed genetic evidence linking multidrug-resistant E. coli infections in Massachusetts pets and their owners, marking a potential case of cross-species bacterial transmission. In late 2022, a Veterinary teaching...
A Biologist Reveals The 10 Most Common Cat Names (Hint: #1 Is Also The Most Common Dog Name)
Source: Forbes The most popular cat names of 2025, according to Trusted Housesitters, are Luna, Charlie, Lucy, Bella, Leo, Oliver, Max, Lily, Milo, and Loki. These choices reveal more than trends; they reflect evolving human-animal relationships and cultural...
Make It the Norm: How Advanced Procedures in GP Settings Expand Access and Build Stronger Teams
Within my new startup practice and even before that, I’ve noticed a continuing trend. Pet owners are coming in with specialty quotes for non-routine surgeries that are completely unaffordable. Whether it's an orthopedic procedure, an abdominal explore, a splenectomy,...
Your Tech Stack Is Like a Yard in Fall—Ignore It, and You’re Buried
Pumpkin spice is back, sweaters are out, and Veterinary teams are juggling costumes, holiday boarding, and end-of-year craziness. Meanwhile, the leaves are falling—and so is your patience with the mysteriously slow front-desk computer, the glitchy imaging workstation,...
Time to Take Stock: Wrapping Up the Year with Renewals and CE
As the year winds down, most of us in Veterinary medicine are juggling busy appointment books, holiday schedules, and the usual end-of-year personal and professional chaos. But before the calendar flips, there’s another important task that deserves a spot on your...
Tracking Your Pet With an AirTag Is Risky. Try These Expert-Approved Alternatives Instead
Source: CNET Pet experts warn against using Apple AirTags to track pets, citing safety and reliability concerns. Although AirTags are inexpensive Bluetooth trackers designed for personal items, veterinarians like Dr. Shannon Vawter caution that if a pet chews or...
Career Success: The Power of Intentional Relationships
Every day, you make dozens of critical decisions for your personal and professional life, but there's one decision that may have more impact on your career trajectory and fulfillment than any other: who you allow to influence your thinking, shape your beliefs, and...
Tick Disease Powassan Discovered in Illinois For The First Time
Source: NPR Illinois The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has reported the state’s first-ever case of Powassan virus, a rare but serious tickborne illness. The infected individual became severely ill, and health officials are investigating whether the...
The 5 Steps to DVM Stress Relief (and DVM Retention)
I recently heard about a DVM who stepped down from a leadership role to return to the trenches as a technician. Why? Less responsibility, less stress, and more joy in hands-on technical work compared to managing finances, clients, and staff. This story raises a...