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Pensacola Goes to the Dogs During Paw-Di-Gras
Source: Pensacola News Journal Pensacola celebrated its fifth annual Paw-Di-Gras with a lively, dog-centered festival in downtown on February 1, 2026. The event drew large crowds of dog lovers who enjoyed a full day of pet-friendly activities. Festivities included a...
6 Weird Groundhog Facts for Groundhog Day
Source: SCI AM Groundhogs are best known for their Groundhog Day weather predictions, but their forecasts are no more accurate than chance. The tradition of watching a groundhog emerge on February 2 has roots in older seasonal folklore and continues to draw large...
Easterwood Starts New Role within Texas A&M Veterinary College
Source: Feedstuffs Leslie Easterwood has been appointed director of the Office of Continuing Education at the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences, beginning Jan. 1, 2026. A clinical associate professor and longtime equine...
Trump Administration Orders USDA To Investigate Foreign Researchers It Works With
Source: Successful Farming The Trump administration has ordered the U.S. Department of Agriculture to scrutinize foreign scientists who collaborate with its researchers, directing employees to investigate co-authors for potential “subversive or criminal activity.”...
Does Humility Still Exist in Animal Health?
In an industry driven by innovation, advancement, and constant momentum, we often celebrate the loudest voices, the biggest announcements, the fastest growth, the boldest opinions. But recently, I found myself asking a different question: Does humility still exist in...
Petflation 2025 – December Update: Back up to +3.5% vs Last Year
Source: Pet Business Professor The December 2025 Petflation report shows pet-related prices rising again, with year-over-year inflation reaching 3.5%, up from 2.6% in November and now nearly 30% higher than the national CPI. Overall U.S. inflation held steady at 2.7%,...
Feedback is a Gift: How Leaders Can Create Trust and Growth
In my nearly 30 of working with Animal Health and Veterinary professionals and employers, one truth has stood out time and again: the best leaders are the ones who give and receive feedback with heart, clarity, and intention. Feedback, when offered with genuine care,...
The Complex Relationship Between Canine Skin Disease and Behavioral Change
Source: AAHA Canine atopic dermatitis (CAD) is closely linked to significant behavioral changes in dogs, according to a growing body of Veterinary research. Chronic itching and inflammation don’t just cause physical discomfort; they can drive anxiety, irritability,...
Texas Couple Pleads Guilty to Selling $2.4M Worth of Smuggled Pesticides and Veterinary Drugs Online
Source: WFAA A North Texas couple has pleaded guilty to conspiring to smuggle and sell unregistered pesticides and misbranded Veterinary drugs, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Thao Duong and Lam Mai of Garland operated an online business that sold illegal...
Florida Lawmakers Propose Bills Allowing Veterinarians to Report Suspected Cases of Animal Abuse
Source: WCTV Florida lawmakers have introduced a package of bills aimed at strengthening protections against animal cruelty and improving accountability statewide. A key proposal would allow veterinarians to report suspected cases of animal abuse without fear of legal...
Pets Playing in the Snow in Northeastern Oklahoma
Source: News on 6 News On 6 shared a cheerful photo gallery showcasing pets playing in the snow across northeastern Oklahoma, capturing the joy of a winter weather moment through the eyes of local animals. Viewers submitted photos of dogs and cats bounding through...
From Fragility To Foresight: Big Data Boosting Racehorse Safety
Source: Paulick Report Big data is playing a growing role in improving racehorse safety through the work of Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA). Since launching its Racetrack Safety Program in 2022, HISA has required nationwide reporting of Veterinary...
Dogs and Cats Needed for Blood Donations at Northern Colorado Veterinary Hospital
Source: CBS News During National Blood Donor Month, Colorado State University and UCHealth are urging both people and pets to donate blood amid ongoing shortages in Northern Colorado. At CSU’s Veterinary teaching hospital in Fort Collins, dogs and cats are critically...
Army Opens New Camp Pendleton Veterinary Hospital
Source: KPBS The U.S. Army has opened a new veterinary hospital at Camp Pendleton, expanding care for military working dogs and pets belonging to service members and their families. Operated by U.S. Army Veterinary Readiness Activity San Diego, the clinic primarily...
Veterinarian Warns Pet Hypothermia Can Happen in Minutes During Extreme Cold
Source: Fox 17 Online During extreme cold in Jenison, Michigan, veterinarians are urging pet owners to limit outdoor exposure to protect animals from hypothermia. At Jenison Animal Hospital, Dr. Michael Hilferty explained that in well-below-freezing temperatures, most...
Farewell to a Country Vet
Source: Sky-Hi News Mike Brooks, a longtime veterinarian in rural Grand County, Colorado, is remembered as one of the last true “country vets” after his death at age 67. Working out of a tiny main-street clinic, Brooks provided hands-on, no-frills care for animals and...
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Celebrates Opening of 300th Location in Middleton, Florida
Source: Pet Age Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming celebrated a major milestone with the opening of its 300th location in Middleton, Florida, within The Villages community near Orlando. The store is operated by longtime franchise partners Beth and Woody Whitcomb, marking...
Petco Health and Wellness Prices $600 Million Senior Secured Notes Offering
Source: Pet Age Petco Health and Wellness announced the pricing of a $600 million senior secured notes offering, with the new notes set to mature on February 1, 2031, and carry an annual interest rate of 8.25%. The transaction is expected to close on February 2, 2026,...
K9s For Warriors Marks Major Milestone with Opening of Florida Veterinary Clinic
Source: Pet Age K9s For Warriors announced the opening of its new Duffield Veterinary Clinic in Ponte Vedra, Florida, marking a major milestone in the organization’s 15-year history. The state-of-the-art, 4,284-square-foot on-site facility replaces the nonprofit’s...
Alphaeon Brings Innovative Financing Solutions to Veterinary and Audiology Practices
Source: PR Newswire Alphaeon, a leading third-party healthcare financing company, announced the expansion of its financing solutions to Veterinary and audiology practices. With more than a decade of experience supporting cosmetic, vision, and dental providers,...
Endorsed By a Veterinarian? Think Again.
Source: VIN News A recent investigation highlights growing concerns about misleading online marketing of pet supplements falsely claiming Veterinary endorsement. A viral Facebook post promoted a taurine supplement for cats, attributed to a supposed veterinarian, but...
California Ban on Elective Cat Declawing Goes into Effect
Source: VIN News California has enacted a statewide ban on elective cat declawing, making it illegal for veterinarians to perform the procedure for nonmedical reasons. The law allows the state Veterinary board to fine, suspend, or revoke the license of veterinarians...
Dog Noses Point Toward Earlier Detection of a Stealthy Cancer
Source: VIN News New research suggests trained detection dogs may help pave the way for earlier diagnosis of canine hemangiosarcoma (HSA), one of the deadliest and most elusive cancers in dogs. Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary...
Netherlands Targets Incentive-Based Pay for Veterinarians
Source: VIN News The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has proposed banning incentive-based pay for veterinarians, aiming to address rising concerns over the cost of Veterinary care. The recommendation would prohibit linking veterinarians’...
VMG Launches Introductory Leadership-Focused CPD Course
Source: VetTimes Veterinary Management Group (VMG) has launched a new entry-level leadership CPD course aimed at professionals across the Veterinary sector. The 10-hour programme, Introduction to Veterinary Leadership and Management (iVLM), is designed to provide...