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Artificial Intelligence Use Among Veterinary Professionals More Than Doubles in 2 Years
Source: dvm360 Artificial intelligence adoption among Veterinary professionals has more than doubled in two years, rising from 39.2% in 2024 to 83.7% in 2026, according to a study by Digitail and the American Animal Hospital Association. Surveying 1,730 professionals,...
Study Finds Heavy Metals, Glyphosate, and Plastic-Related Chemicals in Nearly All Cat Foods Tested, But Health Risks Remain Unclear
Source: dvm360 A new study by the Clean Label Project found potentially concerning contaminants in nearly all 100 cat food products tested from 62 brands. Researchers detected lead in 99% of products, cadmium in 96%, and arsenic in 94%. Fish-based foods contained...
Veterinarians, Animal Shelters Sound Alarm as Deadly Feline Virus Outbreak Hits East Idaho
Source: Idaho State Journal Countries with more cats tend to report higher levels of happiness, according to a study examining data from 93 countries. Researchers analyzed national happiness scores, domestic cat density, wealth, and exposure to Toxoplasma gondii, a...
Scientists Find a Surprising Link Between Cats And Happiness Across 93 Countries
Source: Science Alert Countries with more cats tend to report higher levels of happiness, according to a study examining data from 93 countries. Researchers analyzed national happiness scores, domestic cat density, wealth, and exposure to Toxoplasma gondii, a parasite...
Veterinary AI Use Reaches 83.7%, and Practices That Adopt It Strategically Report Six Times the Business Outcomes — Digitail and AAHA Study
Source: PR Newswire Artificial intelligence use among Veterinary professionals has more than doubled since 2024, according to a 2026 study from Digitail and the American Animal Hospital Association. Based on responses from 1,730 professionals in the United States and...
Colorado to Pull Back on Killing Wolves Involved in Livestock Attacks as Survival Concerns Rise
Source: Summit Daily Colorado Parks and Wildlife is adopting a more conservative approach to killing wolves involved in repeated livestock attacks amid concerns about the state’s developing wolf population. Colorado had an estimated 45 wolves as of Sept. 24, including...
Wisconsin Confirms EHD in Cattle Amid Deer Outbreak
Source: Bovine Veterinarian Wisconsin has confirmed epizootic hemorrhagic disease (EHD) in cattle for the first time since 2013 as the state experiences a significant outbreak among white-tailed deer. Non-lactating dairy cattle in Waukesha County tested positive after...
Executive Director Order Establishing Interstate Movement Requirements for Livestock, Exotic Livestock, Fowl and Exotic Fowl From New World Screwworm Affected States
Source: Texas Animal Health Commission The Texas Animal Health Commission has established new interstate movement requirements to protect livestock, exotic livestock, fowl, and exotic fowl from New World Screwworm. The parasitic fly can cause severe wounds, secondary...
The Shedd Aquarium Owes The Public a Full Accounting of Beluga Deaths
Source: Chicago Tribune Veterinarian Alicia Anderson is calling on Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium to provide greater transparency following the deaths of beluga whales transferred from Marineland of Canada. In a letter responding to a Chicago Tribune editorial, Anderson...
New DC Law Stops Landlords From Limiting Pets like Pit Bulls Over Breed or Weight Restrictions
Source: W USA 9 A new Washington, D.C., law prohibits landlords from banning pets based on breed, size, or weight while limiting pet-related deposits and fees. Known as Roscoe’s Law, the measure is intended to make housing more accessible and affordable for pet owners...
A-State to Dedicate Dash Goff Equine Center at College of Veterinary Medicine
Source: K8 News Arkansas State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine will dedicate the Dash Goff Equine Center – Nodouble Barn on Oct. 8, providing Veterinary students with a new facility for hands-on equine training. The center is named for thoroughbred horse...
Brown Introduces Legislation to Address Nationwide Veterinarian Shortage, Encourage Next Generation to Work in Animal Medicine
Source: Shontel Brown U.S. Rep. Shontel Brown of Ohio has introduced legislation designed to address the nationwide veterinarian shortage by introducing high school students to careers in Veterinary medicine. The VET CARE Act would establish a competitive federal...
Two Rabid Raccoons Reported in Kings Park
Source: Long Island News Two raccoons have tested positive for rabies in Kings Park, New York, resulting in exposure to two people and two dogs. The incidents occurred on consecutive days, Sept. 28 and 29, when each raccoon encountered a dog outside separate...
New $94 Million Veterinary Lab Breaks Ground at UPenn
Source: Franklin County Press The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine has broken ground on a $94 million Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory at its New Bolton Center large-animal campus. The 63,000-square-foot facility will combine New Bolton...
CSU Celebrates Grand Opening of New Veterinary Hospital and Education Complex
Source: Colorado State University Colorado State University has opened its new $230 million Veterinary Hospital and Education Complex in Fort Collins, expanding both Veterinary education and clinical care. The 213,000-square-foot facility includes 24 primary care exam...
The Future of Pet Ownership: How Rising Costs Are Shaping Budgets
Source: PR Newswire Rising Veterinary costs are changing how Americans approach pet ownership, particularly among younger generations, according to research from Healthy Paws Pet Insurance and Money.com. The study found that 45% of Gen Z pet owners spent at least...
2026 Mid-Year Data Summary
Source: Shelter Animals Count Shelter Animals Count’s 2026 Mid-Year Data Summary shows growing pressure on animal shelters and rescues across the United States. During the first half of 2026, 3.68 million cats and dogs entered care, up 2% from 2025, with cats...
Mosquitoes Are Biting You More in Southern California This Year. Here’s Why
Source: NBC Los Angeles Southern California residents are experiencing increased mosquito activity this year as unusually warm and humid weather creates favorable breeding conditions. The Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District says California experienced...
Forest Canopy Maps Reveal Where Vulnerable Amazon Birds Live
Source: Earth Researchers from Arizona State University and Australian National University have developed a new way to identify vulnerable Amazon bird communities by mapping differences in forest canopies. Using aircraft-mounted imaging spectroscopy, scientists...
Veterinary Clinic Persevering After Former Manager Embezzles Over $600k From Them
Source: WSAZ A nonprofit Veterinary clinic in Barboursville, West Virginia, is rebuilding after its former manager admitted to embezzling more than $624,000. Jerod Vannatter, who managed Help for Animals and was considered family by staff, pleaded guilty to federal...
More Than a Checkup: Veterinary Students Bring Care to Those in Need
Source: The State News Michigan State University Veterinary students are gaining hands-on experience while providing free care to pet owners who face financial, housing, transportation, and other barriers to Veterinary services. Through the student-run MSU Street...
WSAVA Releases New Dental Guidelines
Source: Veterinary Practice News The World Small Animal Veterinary Association has released its 2026 Global Dental Guidelines, providing updated, evidence-based recommendations for preventing, diagnosing, and treating oral and dental diseases in companion animals. The...
A Natural Vaccine? Corals Can ‘Remember’ Infections and Fight Back
Source: Earth Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology have discovered that corals may develop vaccine-like protection against disease after previous exposure to pathogens. Although corals lack the adaptive immune systems found in humans,...
Wildlife Rehabbers Learn From Creatures in their Care
Source: Worcester Magazine Wildlife rehabilitators across Massachusetts play an important role in caring for sick, injured, and orphaned animals while educating the public about living alongside wildlife. About 200 licensed rehabilitators operate statewide, often...
Veterinarians Beg Dog Owners to Stop Giving This Common Fall Treat
Source: The Telegraph Veterinarians are warning dog owners to avoid sharing pumpkin spice treats with their pets this fall because these seasonal foods can contain potentially dangerous ingredients. While plain pumpkin can be safe for dogs, pumpkin spice desserts and...