by Editor | Nov 30, 2023 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: American Veterinary Medical Association The FDA is investigating a Salmonella Kiambu outbreak across seven states, potentially linked to pet food from Mid America Pet Food. The company expanded its October 30 recall, including additional products with a...
by Editor | Nov 29, 2023 | Companion Animal, News
Source: dvm360 Animal health company Zoetis and Adopt a Pet have joined forces in a nearly $1 million partnership to enhance care for animals in shelters. The collaboration aims to improve access to care, provide educational resources for shelter staff and pet...
by Editor | Nov 28, 2023 | Equine, News
Source: BingUNews The Kali’s Klubhouse: iTalk with Horses program, a community initiative through Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences, utilizes equine-assisted therapy to aid speech and language development in children. The six-week program, entirely...
by Editor | Nov 27, 2023 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: WLWT5 A recent study, published in the journal Behavioural Processes, reveals that domesticated cats display 276 different facial expressions during social interactions. Conducted by U.S. scientists Lauren Scott and Brittany Florkiewicz, the study aimed to...
by Editor | Nov 25, 2023 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) This article by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) discusses employee turnover rates in Veterinary practices in 2022, with companion animal exclusive practices having the highest rate at 19.4%. Dr....
by Editor | Nov 24, 2023 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: Bovine Veterinarian A recent study in the United Kingdom demonstrated the benefits of calf jackets in improving the health and growth of young calves during winter. The study compared 40 Holstein calves, half of which received calf jackets from 2 to 12 weeks...
by Editor | Nov 23, 2023 | Agriculture, Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: TheSandPaper.net Veterinarian Sheridan Lathe and her partner James Brown, operating under the moniker Vet Tails, provide free or low-cost Veterinary care to pets and wildlife aboard their boat, SV Chuffed. The couple, based in Ship Bottom, engages in their...
by Editor | Nov 22, 2023 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KTVU Fox 2 Macy’s in Union Square, San Francisco, is hosting its 37th annual Holiday Windows event in collaboration with the San Francisco SPCA to facilitate pet adoptions. Shoppers and passersby can view adoptable puppies and kittens in the store...
by Editor | Nov 21, 2023 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: dvm360 The article by dvm360 discusses the increasing use of telemedicine in Veterinary practice and the potential shift toward allowing the establishment of the veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) virtually, without a prior in-person examination....
by Editor | Nov 20, 2023 | Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: AVMA Dr. Simon George, owner of Deerfield Veterinary Clinic in New Hampshire, shares insights into leveraging a Veterinary team for success. Initially hesitant to hire staff, he learned to delegate non-doctor dependent tasks, allowing him and his team to work...
by Editor | Nov 19, 2023 | Animal Health Industry, Other
Source: CNN Three giant pandas, Tian Tian, Mei Xiang, and their cub Xiao Qi Ji, left the Smithsonian National Zoo in Washington, DC, and flew back to China, marking the end of over 50 years of Chinese pandas being housed at the zoo. The move is described as a...
by Editor | Nov 18, 2023 | Animal Health Industry, Animal Health News
Source: Medscape At the Welfair healthcare governance fair in Rome, Antonio Sorice, DVM, president of the Italian Society of Preventive Veterinary Medicine, emphasized the importance of a One Health approach, recognizing the interconnection between human and animal...
by Editor | Nov 17, 2023 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: AVMA Urgent care Veterinary practices, modeled after human walk-in clinics, offer around-the-clock care for pets with minor injuries and mild illnesses, such as wounds, diarrhea, and allergic reactions, providing an option between regular vet appointments and...
by Editor | Nov 16, 2023 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Newswise A study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign explores the effects of overeating on cats’ digestive systems and gut microbiota. With about 60% of cats in the U.S. being overweight, understanding these impacts is crucial. The study...
by Editor | Nov 15, 2023 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: dvm360 In a dvm360 Live!™ interview, Emily Tincher, DVM, explores the concept of the spectrum of care in Veterinary medicine, emphasizing its increasing relevance. The spectrum aims to offer diverse diagnostic and treatment options for pets, aligning with the...
by Editor | Nov 14, 2023 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: AVMA The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) conducted a 2023 Pet Owner Attitude Survey to explore attitudes towards Veterinary care post-COVID-19. The survey reveals that a majority of pet owners prefer in-person establishment of the...
by Editor | Nov 13, 2023 | Animal Health Industry, Equine
Source: Farm Progress This article emphasizes the importance of separating 2-year-old heifers and thin cows from the main herd during the winter-feeding period on beef farms. Three-year-olds may also benefit from this separation as they are still growing. These...
by Editor | Nov 12, 2023 | Animal Health Industry, Veterinary Practice
Source: Veterinary Practice News Dr. Rena Carlson, the new President of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), discusses her journey in organized Veterinary medicine and leadership style. She emphasizes the importance of collaboration and connecting with...
by Editor | Nov 11, 2023 | Animal Health News, Veterinary Practice
Source: dvm360 This week on dvm360.com, notable highlights include the United States Department of Agriculture’s announcement of the final rule for Organic Livestock and Poultry Standards, establishing clear and robust standards. The Vet Blast Podcast delves...
by Editor | Nov 10, 2023 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: AVMA The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has released draft guidance, open for public comment until November 14, aimed at helping animal owners understand the risks and benefits of enrolling their companion animals in clinical studies. The guidance,...
