by Editor | Apr 20, 2024 | Animal Health News, Other
Source: Colorado Sun The emergence of white nose syndrome (WNS) in bats across Colorado is raising concerns about the vital role these creatures play in pest control and the state’s economy. Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) has received reports of sick or dead...
by Editor | Apr 20, 2024 | Animal Health News, Other
Source: CBS News The highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been detected in another flock in Michigan’s Newaygo County, marking the seventh flock in the state within two years. MDARD is responding with quarantine measures and depopulating affected birds...
by Editor | Apr 19, 2024 | Animal Health News, Other
Source: Salon A fearsome matriarchal warlord, the banded mongoose commands a posse of 30, terrifying even honey badgers with her mighty flatulence. With roots dating back over 65 million years, she revels in violence and leads her tribe with ferocity. Mongoose...
by Editor | Apr 19, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Today’s Veterinary Practice The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) has approved new regulations for pet food labels to enhance consumer understanding. Key changes include prominently displaying the term “complete” for...
by Editor | Apr 18, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: Farm and Dairy Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been found in dairy cows across eight states, leading to movement restrictions and increased testing. The USDA confirmed cases in North Carolina, South Dakota, and Michigan, with a total of 28 dairy...
by Editor | Apr 18, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: dvm 360 The University of California, Davis, has acquired a building in San Diego to establish the Janice K. Hobbs UC Davis Veterinary Medical Center Southern California, scheduled to open in fall 2025 after renovations. Named after philanthropist Jan Hobbs,...
by Editor | Apr 17, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: dvm 360 Several U.S. states, including Alabama, Arizona, and California, have imposed restrictions on domestic cattle importations from areas where highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (HPAI) has been detected, particularly avian influenza Type A H5H1. The...
by Editor | Apr 17, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: dvm 360 The FDA has approved Pradofloxacin injection for treating respiratory diseases in cattle and swine. Pradofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone-class antimicrobial, is available by prescription from licensed veterinarians as a single injection. For cattle,...
by Editor | Apr 16, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Animal Health News
Source: The Guardian CVS Group, a major UK veterinary chain, reported a potential personal data breach following a cyber-attack. Hackers gained unauthorized access to some of its IT systems, causing disruptions across its 500+ locations, mainly in Britain. The company...
by Editor | Apr 16, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: USA Today Kody Green’s journey with schizophrenia started in college, leading to drug abuse and prison. Diagnosed at 21, traditional treatments only partly helped. Four years later, Luna, his Jack Russell terrier mix, became his lifeline, aiding him in...
by Editor | Apr 15, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: USA Today A recent bird flu outbreak in Texas and Kansas has prompted investigations after reports of one human case and infections in dairy cows. The virus, identified as avian influenza A (H5N1), affected cows and one person, causing conjunctivitis. The CDC...
by Editor | Apr 15, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: PR Newswire The Banfield Foundation’s 2023 Impact Report reveals how $3.3 million in grants facilitated Veterinary care, disaster relief, and preventive care initiatives. The Foundation prioritized underserved communities, providing free preventive care,...
by Editor | Apr 14, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: Bovine Veterinarian After wildfires in the Texas Panhandle, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory warns livestock owners of potential respiratory issues in surviving animals due to smoke inhalation. Dr. Alexis Thompson anticipates...
by Editor | Apr 14, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: dvm360 A study by WSU’s Program for Individualized Medicine revealed that cats with the MDR1 genetic mutation face severe risks from eprinomectin, found in some parasite preventives. The mutation hampers protective mechanisms against the drug, leading to...
by Editor | Apr 13, 2024 | Companion Animal, Other
Source: dvm360 K9s For Warriors celebrates a significant milestone of matching 1,000 veterans with trained service dogs, aiming to prevent veteran suicide by supporting individuals with PTSD, traumatic brain injury, or military sexual trauma. Retired Army Staff...
by Editor | Apr 13, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Livestock
Source: KMA Land House File 2428, sponsored by State Representative Devon Wood, aims to address the shortage of veterinarians in rural Iowa counties. The legislation, recently passed by a House Appropriations Subcommittee, proposes the creation of a rural Veterinary...
by Editor | Apr 12, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: High Plains Journal The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have detected highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus in laboratory samples from older dairy cows in Texas, Kansas, and...
by Editor | Apr 12, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: dvm360 The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM), in collaboration with Chewy Health and MentorVet, launched MentorVet Lead, a program designed to support ACVIM diplomates who received their certification within the last 5 years. Sponsored...
by Editor | Apr 11, 2024 | Animal Health News, Other
Source: Phys.org A collaborative effort between the National Marine Mammal Foundation, the U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program, and the Gilbert Lab at UCSD School of Medicine and Scripps Institution of Oceanography successfully conducted fecal microbiota transplantations...
by Editor | Apr 11, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: Reuters The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed avian flu in milk samples from sick cattle in Kansas and Texas, but assured the public of the safety of the milk supply. The virus, typically affecting birds, has now reached mammals. Investigations are...
