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Behavior and Health Problems During Short-Distance Transport
Source: Kentucky Equine Research A survey of German horse owners found that even short-distance transportation of less than two hours can cause significant stress and health problems for horses. Of the 258 respondents who completed the survey, one-third reported...
Pigeons Are Surprisingly Good at Detecting Cancer
Source: Popular Science Researchers have discovered that pigeons can accurately detect subtle signs of lung disease in CT scans, offering insights that could improve artificial intelligence tools for medical imaging. In a recent study, six pigeons were trained to...
First Plain Language Summary of Publication in Veterinary Science
Source: Vet Help Direct Taylor & Francis has published the first Plain Language Summary of Publication (PLSP) in Veterinary research, marking a significant step toward making scientific discoveries more accessible to a wider audience. Published in the...
CATalyst Council Reports After Five Years of Declining Veterinary Visits, a Demographic Forecast Resets Industry Expectations
Source: Catalyst Council The CATalyst Council’s new white paper argues that U.S. Veterinary practices should expect little or no growth in clinical visits through 2030, challenging the industry’s assumption of an annual 2% to 3% increase. The report attributes five...
Beyond The Snapshot: A New Framework for Assessing Dog Bite Risk
Source: AAHA A new framework for assessing dog bite risk could improve how veterinarians, behaviorists, and legal authorities evaluate potentially dangerous dogs. Instead of relying on brief, stressful behavioral tests conducted in unfamiliar environments, researchers...
Pilot Bitten By Bat After Swarm Invades his Sheraton Hotel Room, Costing Him Over $100K for Rabies Shots: Lawsuit
Source: NY Post A California commercial pilot has filed a lawsuit against the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel after allegedly being bitten by a bat that entered his hotel room during a swarm in August 2025. Staying in Denver for work training, he awoke around 2:30 a.m....
11-Year-Old Boy Dies of Rabies After Bat Lands on Face While He Slept
Source: NY Post An 11-year old boy from Northern Ontario, Canada, died of rabies after waking to find a bat on his face while sleeping, highlighting the importance of seeking medical care after any direct bat contact. According to a case report published in...
Federal Funding to Boost Texas New World Screwworm Inspection Capacity
Source: National Hog Farmer Texas is expanding its response to the New World screwworm following federal funding approved through a cooperative agreement between the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service and the Texas Animal...
North American Pet Insurance Adoption Continues to Grow as 7.6 Million Pet Parents Seek Peace of Mind
Source: PR Newswire The North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA) reports continued growth in pet insurance adoption, with 7.6 million pets insured across the United States and Canada in 2025. The number of insured pets increased 9 percent in the United...
91% of Pet Owners Would Go Into Debt To Save Their Pet’s Life, Yet Nearly Half Delayed Care Due to Cost, New Report Finds
Source: PR Newswire A new 2026 Lovet Checkup Report highlights the growing financial challenges facing pet owners despite their strong commitment to their animals. The survey found that 91 percent of pet owners would be willing to go into debt to save their pet's...
United States Hog Inventory Down Slightly
Source: USDA The U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) reports that the U.S. hog and pig inventory totaled 73.7 million head as of June 1, 2026, a slight decline from both June 2025 and March 2026. Of the total inventory,...
This Cat Parasite Infects Billions of People. Scientists Say We’ve Been Underestimating It
Source: Gizmodo Researchers are urging the World Health Organization to classify toxoplasmosis, caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, as a neglected tropical disease to increase research funding and public health efforts. The parasite infects an estimated one...
New St. Matthews Animal Hospital Lets People Stay With Their Pets Overnight
Source: WLKY VEG ER for Pets has opened its first Kentucky location in St. Matthews, bringing a unique 24/7 Veterinary emergency care model that allows pet owners to remain with their animals throughout treatment, including overnight hospitalization. The facility...
New Mexico Offers Loan Repayment to Recruit Veterinarians to Rural Communities
Source: KUNM New Mexico is offering up to $80,000 in student loan repayment to veterinarians who commit to practicing in rural, frontier, and tribal communities for at least four years. The Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program aims to recruit and retain...
New Effort Will Get Genome Sequences for Entire Endangered Species List
Source: Ars Technica A new conservation initiative will sequence the genomes of every species protected under the U.S. Endangered Species Act while preserving tissue samples in a long-term biobank to support future recovery efforts. The project is a collaboration...
Darius the Donkey Finds a New Home at Pediatrics Plus Farm to Help Kids with Therapy
Source: THV 11 Darius, a well-known donkey from Conway, Arkansas, has found a new home at Pediatrics Plus Farm, where he will support therapy programs for children with special needs. The farm is part of Pediatrics Plus, which provides occupational, physical, speech,...
‘A Lot of Prayers and a Lot of Good Luck’ | Fredericksburg Veterinarian Describes Safe Return of Gracie the Giraffe After Escape
Source: KVUE Gracie, a 16-foot tall giraffe that escaped from Cedar Hollow Ranch near Leakey, Texas, has been safely returned after spending nearly two weeks roaming the rugged Texas Hill Country. The successful rescue was led by Dr. Pat O'Neil of Pedernales...
Wisconsin 6-Year-Old Recovering After Rabid Bat Attack
Source: Wisn A six-year old Wisconsin girl is recovering after being bitten by a rabid bat in her yard in Shawano County on June 23. According to her family, Cece Kale was attacked when the bat wrapped its wings around her leg and would not let go. Her...
Safari West Giraffe Undergoes Specialized Procedure to Address Damaging Hoof Cysts
Source: The Press Democrat A two-year old giraffe named Zeyna at Safari West wildlife preserve in California recently underwent a rare, specialized procedure to treat painful hoof cysts that threatened her mobility and long-term health. Veterinary specialists and...
A New Program Will Bring Free Veterinary Care to 80 Alaska Villages
Source: KNBA A coalition of Alaska Native organizations is launching a two-year rural Veterinary public health program to provide free Veterinary services to approximately 80 Alaska villages beginning in July. Led by the Alaska Federation of Natives and Alaska Native...
Bayshore Veterinary Hospital Warns Against Using Rat Poison with a Dog in the House
Source: Upper Michigan Source Bayshore Veterinary Hospital in Harvey, Michigan, is urging pet owners to avoid using rat poison in homes with dogs after treating six cases of rodenticide poisoning over a two week period. According to veterinarian Dr. Tim Hunt, dogs are...
Local Businesses Band Together to Help Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary Amid Storm Damage
Source: Yahoo! News Following severe thunderstorms and hail on June 24, Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary in Green Bay, Wisconsin, suffered extensive damage when part of its ceiling collapsed, forcing the immediate evacuation of all animals in its care. The building was later...
New Study Shows Augmented Reality Glasses Have Potential to Aid Veterinarians in Canine Surgeries
Source: AVMA A new proof of concept study published in the American Journal of Veterinary Research suggests that augmented reality (AR) eyeglasses could improve precision during complex canine surgeries. Researchers demonstrated that AR technology can project a three...
New Minnesota Laws that Go into Effect July 1: What You Need to Know
Source: Yahoo! News Beginning July 1, 2026, Minnesota implemented new laws establishing updated standards for licensed Veterinary technicians. Under the legislation, Veterinary technicians must complete 16 hours of continuing education during each licensing period to...
Revival Animal Health, LLC Voluntarily Recalls Canine and GM Milk Replacers Due to Low or Elevated Levels of Vitamin D
Source: FDA Revival Animal Health has voluntarily recalled multiple Breeder’s Edge and Shelter’s Choice canine milk replacer products after testing found variable Vitamin D levels, including both deficient and excessive amounts. The expanded recall includes Breeder’s...