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Scientists Discover Deadly, Highly Venomous Box Jellyfish near Singapore’s ‘Island of Death Behind’
Source: Live Science Scientists have identified a new species of highly venomous box jellyfish near Singapore after analyzing specimens collected in 2020 and 2021. The species, named Chironex blakangmati, was named after Sentosa Island’s former Malay name, “Pulau...
Yellowstone Wolf Pup Numbers Fall to a New Low Since Reintroduction, with a Possible Link to Canine Distemper
Source: Discover Magazine A possible canine distemper outbreak may have contributed to the lowest Yellowstone wolf pup survival rates since gray wolves were reintroduced nearly 30 years ago. According to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s 2025 wolf monitoring...
Over Half of Deer Ticks in Marshfield Clinic Study Carry Lyme Disease Bacteria
Source: WSAW-TV New findings from the Marshfield Clinic Research Institute show that 51% of 700 adult female deer ticks tested in Wisconsin carried the bacteria that causes Lyme disease, a higher rate than researchers expected. The third year of the Tick Inventory via...
Nearly 100 Bison Seized in Northwest Colorado Neglect Case
Source: Fox 31 News Authorities in Colorado seized nearly 100 bison from the Lay Valley Bison Ranch in Moffat County during an animal neglect investigation involving deteriorating conditions and concerns about animal welfare. The Moffat County Sheriff’s Office said it...
Florida Zoo Shares Heartbreaking Update on Third Sloth Rescued from ‘Sloth World’
Source: MSN The tragic death of a rescued sloth named Dumpling has intensified scrutiny of a failed Orlando attraction called “Sloth World,” where more than 55 sloths reportedly died before the venue ever opened. Dumpling was among a group of surviving sloths...
The 151st Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show to Make It’s Debut on Netflix Live from NYC in February 2027
Source: The Westminster Kennel Club The Westminster Kennel Club announced that its 151st annual dog show will stream live on Netflix for the first time when the event returns to New York City in February 2027. Evening group judging and Best in Show competitions will...
Woods Humane Society Partners with UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Veterinarians to Support SLO County Animals
Source: Woods Humane Society Woods Humane Society has partnered with the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program to strengthen animal care services and improve outcomes for pets in San Luis Obispo County. The collaboration aims to help address challenges affecting...
CHRB Advances Rule To Prohibit Pin-Firing, Blistering For All Breeds
Source: Paulick Report The California Horse Racing Board advanced a proposed rule that would ban pin-firing, blistering, and other counterirritant veterinary practices for all horse breeds racing in California. The rule change, already enforced for Thoroughbreds under...
SF Commission Wants to Ban Sale of Live Animals. Pet Store Owners Plan to Fight Back
Source: MSN Pet store owners in San Francisco are pushing back against a recommendation from the city’s Commission of Animal Control and Welfare to ban the sale of live animals in pet stores. Business owners argue the proposal would threaten their livelihoods and...
Petflation 2026 – April Update: Pet Prices Still at or Near Record Highs
Source: Pet Business Professor A new “Petflation 2026 – April Update” report found that pet-related prices remain at or near record highs, with overall pet inflation matching the national Consumer Price Index at 3.8%. The report highlights continued price increases...
Texas Tech’s Veterinary School Celebrates Second Graduating Class
Source: Texas Tech University Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine celebrated the graduation of its second Doctor of Veterinary Medicine class during a commencement ceremony at the Amarillo Civic Center Auditorium. A total of 80 students earned DVM...
Canine Atopic Dermatitis: Survey Reveals How Financial Constraints Shape Veterinary Decision-Making
Source: DVM 360 A new study published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association found that financial constraints heavily influence how veterinarians diagnose and treat canine atopic dermatitis (CAD), a chronic skin condition responsible for an...
Dr. Earl H. Rippie Veterinary Nurse Leadership Scholarship
Source: NAVC The North American Veterinary Community is accepting applications for the Dr. Earl H. Rippie Veterinary Nurse/Technician Leadership Scholarship, which recognizes Veterinary nurses and technicians who have demonstrated leadership and positively impacted...
Deadly Feline Coronavirus Variant has been Present in the US for more than a Decade
Source: Phys.org Researchers at Cornell University have discovered that a dangerous feline coronavirus variant linked to a deadly 2023 outbreak in Cyprus has actually been present in the United States for more than a decade. The study, published in the Journal of...
The FelineVMA Launches Heart Health Certificate Program to Advance Cardiac Care for Cats
Source: Feline VMA The Feline Veterinary Medical Association has launched the FelineVMA Heart Health Certificate Program, a new educational initiative designed to help first-opinion veterinarians better detect, diagnose, and manage feline heart disease. Announced...
Barred Owl Recovers from Chimney Fire at Tufts Wildlife Clinic
Source: Tufts University A young Barred Owl made a full recovery after suffering smoke exposure and eye injuries from a chimney fire and receiving treatment at the Tufts Wildlife Clinic at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University. The owl entered a...
Frailty: An Important Emerging Concept in Veterinary Medicine
Source: DVM 360 Frailty is emerging as an important concept in Veterinary medicine as dogs and cats live longer due to advances in care and their growing role as family members. Frailty describes a decline in resilience and physiological function that increases...
Conference Insider: Fetch Kansas City Offers a Variety of Ways to Earn CE Credits
Source: DVM 360 The Fetch dvm360 Conference Kansas City 2026 will take place Aug. 28–30, 2026, in Kansas City, offering Veterinary professionals the opportunity to earn up to 20 continuing education credits through more than 45 educational tracks. New this year are...
Raw Chicken Dog Food Voluntarily Recalled Over Salmonella Risk
Source: DVM 360 Albright’s Raw Pet Food has voluntarily recalled one lot of its Chicken Recipe for Dogs Complete and Balanced due to potential Salmonella infection contamination. The recall affects frozen 1-pound packages with lot code C001730 and a best-by date...
Helping Honeybees
Source: DVM 360 Honeybees are essential pollinators for U.S. agriculture, but populations continue to face major threats from Varroa destructor, a parasite considered one of the leading causes of colony collapse. The mites weaken bees, spread dangerous viruses such as...
HABRI Spring Policy Forum Rallies Support for Pet-Inclusive Housing
Source: Habri The Human Animal Bond Research Institute hosted its third annual Spring Policy Forum in Washington, D.C., focusing on expanding access to pet-inclusive housing. The event brought together leaders from the pet care, animal welfare, housing, policy, and...
In Observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, Merck Animal Health Announces Inaugural Veterinary Wellbeing Collective to Help Advance Veterinary Wellbeing
Source: Merck Merck Animal Health has launched the Veterinary Wellbeing Collective, a collaborative effort aimed at improving mental health and reducing burnout within the Veterinary profession. The initiative was highlighted in the Journal of the American Veterinary...
KC Animal Health Summit Returns in August
Source: Pet Food Industry The 2026 KC Animal Health Summit will return to Midland Theatre on Aug. 31 and Sept. 1, bringing together Animal Health executives, investors, and innovators under the theme “Champions of Animal Health.” Hosted by the KC Animal Health...
$15 Million Gap Threatens Completion of Africa Wilds Project at Tulsa Zoo
Source: 2 News Oklahoma The Tulsa Zoo is facing a $15 million funding shortfall that threatens completion of its Africa Wilds exhibit, a major project scheduled to open in 2027 during the zoo’s centennial celebration. Originally estimated at $12 million when first...
House Passes the 2026 Farm Bill with Key County Priorities
Source: NACO The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 advanced significantly after passing the House of Representatives on April 30, 2026, following bipartisan approval by the House Agriculture Committee in March. The legislation strengthens rural...