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Alert: AAFCO Pet Food Committee Votes Against Proposed Copper Claim
Source: BSM Partners The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) announced that its Pet Food Committee has rejected a proposal to establish a maximum limit for copper in dog food. This decision follows ongoing debates about dietary copper restrictions...
Equine Biosecurity at the Olympic Games
Source: The Horse To prevent equine infectious diseases at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) has implemented stringent measures. All horses must be vaccinated for equine influenza and have twice-daily rectal...
K-State Veterinarians Perform Record-Breaking Number of Eye Exams for Kansas Service Animals
Source: K-State News Kansas State University veterinarians achieved a record number of service animal eye exams during the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists/Epicur Pharma National Service Animal Eye Exam event in May. The K-State Veterinary Health...
Survey Measures Pet Owners’ Acceptance of Insurance
Source: Today's Veterinary Business A survey by Embrace Pet Insurance found that most policyholders believed insurance improved their pets' health and eased financial burdens. The survey, which included over 12,000 respondents, revealed that 67% had faced high...
Mississippi State Veterinarians Save Life of Endangered Sea Turtle Named ‘Toast Malone’
Source: Super Talk Mississippi Media Veterinarians at Mississippi State University (MSU) have successfully treated two endangered sea turtles. Toast Malone, a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, had a fishhook removed from its stomach via endoscopy, performed by Dr. John...
Zoonotic Web Unravels Complexity of Transmission Chains
Source: Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News Researchers have developed the "zoonotic web" concept, illustrating the intricate network of relationships between zoonotic agents, their hosts, vectors, food sources, and the environment, as detailed in a Nature...
Mentoring and Coaching New Graduates
Source: Today's Veterinary Practice The contemporary Veterinary workforce is diverse and faces complex challenges including decision-making, financial pressures, and cultural sensitivity. Modern practice requires noncognitive skills like empathy and emotional...
Peel: Mid-Year Cattle Market Assessment
Source: Drovers In the first half of 2024, cattle prices reached record highs, with fed steers averaging $195.81/cwt and 850-pound steers at $255.41/cwt. Boning cull cows and high-dressing Breaker cows also saw significant prices. Steer calves averaged $324.53/cwt,...
Houston Humane Society and One-Of-A-Kind Sanctuary for Dogs with Special Needs Sustain Hurricane Damage
Source: Fox 26 Houston Two Houston-based non-profits, the Houston Humane Society and Pure Mutts Animal Sanctuary, need help after Hurricane Beryl caused significant damage. The Houston Humane Society, a no-kill shelter that never turns away lost dogs, saw its dog...
Unwelcome Invaders: Handling the Threats of Ticks
Source: Texas A&M University Ticks, notorious for latching onto pets and humans, carry diseases with severe consequences. Dr. Dana Kneese from Texas A&M University explains how to manage and prevent tick infestations. Ticks, part of the arachnid family, have...
Revised CPR Guidelines in Dogs, Cats Emphasize Speed, Standard Techniques
Source: AVMA Veterinary patients undergoing anesthesia are at risk of cardiopulmonary arrest (CPA), though CPR can often revive them. Dr. Daniel Fletcher from Cornell University highlights that CPA in general practice is frequently anesthesia-related, with Veterinary...
Hiking During Extreme Heat Can be Deadly. Here’s Why and How to Stay Safe
Source: NPR A stifling heat wave in the Western U.S. has turned popular nature trails deadly, with recent incidents including a child collapsing in Phoenix, a couple needing airlift rescue near Joshua National Park, and three hikers dying at the Grand Canyon. Extreme...
By Giving Dogs a Second Chance Through Adoption, These Vulnerable Kids are Getting a Second Chance of Their Own
Source: CNN Melissa Wolf, founder of UnChained, pairs vulnerable youth in juvenile correction facilities with rescued dogs to provide mutual rehabilitation. The nonprofit aims to decrease juvenile recidivism and save animals' lives. Participants train dogs, preparing...
Merck Animal Health Completes Acquisition of Elanco’s Aqua Business
Source: Veterinary 33 Merck Animal Health, also known as MSD Animal Health outside the U.S. and Canada, has finalized its acquisition of Elanco's aquaculture business. This strategic move significantly bolsters Merck's presence in the aquaculture industry,...
Chart of the Month: Compensation Growth—A Key to Team Retention
Source: AVMA Money is a key motivator for retaining valued veterinary team members, especially with recent inflation. According to the 2023 AVMA Veterinary Practice Owners Survey, 86% of practice owners raised wages last year, with most increases between 4% and 6%....
Vets as Pet Care Influencers are on a More Crowded Stage
Source: PetFood Industry Veterinarians, traditionally seen as key pet care influencers, are now facing increased competition from various sources, particularly among millennials and Gen Z. The "U.S. Pet Market Outlook 2024–2025" report highlights this shift,...
Gryphon Investors-Backed Vetnique Labs to Acquire UK Maker of YuMOVE Pet Supplements
Source: Pet Age Vetnique Labs, a leading pet health and wellness company, announced its acquisition of Lintbells, known for the YuMOVE pet supplement brand, from private equity investor Inflexion. Financial details were not disclosed, and the transaction is expected...
Why do Vets Increasingly Shun Practice Ownership?
Source: Veterinary Practice News Patty Khuly, an independent Veterinary practice owner for ten years, reflects on the challenges and rewards of practice ownership, noting its personal and professional satisfaction. Despite these benefits, many veterinarians are...
Texas Tech’s New Mobile Veterinary CARES Unit to Help Pets and Owners in Need
Source: Amarillo Globe-News The Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine's (TTUSVM) Community and Regional Engagement Service (CARES) mobile Veterinary unit collaborates with Meals on Wheels to provide free pet services to underserved communities in the...
Noncompete Agreements: What Does the New FTC Rule Mean?
Source: AVMA In April 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a rule banning most noncompete agreements, which has already faced legal challenges. To assist Veterinary professionals in understanding this new regulation, the AVMA has released a resource titled...
Case of Tularemia Reported in Colorado
Source: dvm 360 Colorado public health officials have announced the first human case of tularemia in Wheat Ridge this year. Tularemia, caused by Francisella tularensis, primarily affects wildlife such as rodents, rabbits, and hares, with occasional human transmission...
AVMA Council on Education Site Visits for 2024
Source: dvm 360 The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Education (COE) has announced its site visit schedule for 2024, covering 11 Veterinary schools including Cornell, Washington State, and Chamberlain University. These visits ensure compliance...
Does this Wolf Want to Play—or Attack? Take a Close Look at its Face
Source: Science Wolves use subtle facial cues to communicate intentions, preventing conflicts and maintaining pack cohesion, according to a study in Animal Behaviour. Researchers, including Veronica Maglieri, observed captive gray, arctic, and Canadian wolves,...
Keep Livestock Safe During Hurricane Season With An Emergency Plan
Source: Texas A&M Today SiiPet has launched its innovative pet behavior analysis camera on Indiegogo, featuring 4K quality and smooth tracking capabilities. This groundbreaking camera is the first to accurately identify and monitor multiple pets, using...
Decoding Barks: Using technology to Understand Dogs
Source: Verdict Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed an AI tool to decode dog barks and bridge the communication gap between humans and dogs. By creating a database of sounds from 74 dogs in various situations, they trained a machine learning...