by Editor | May 10, 2024 | Animal Health News
Source: NYN Media New York City has opened its first pet-friendly shelter for families experiencing homelessness, named Uplift Families Residence. Located in the Bronx, this facility is designed to accommodate families along with their pets, offering 161 units and...
by Editor | May 10, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Washington State University College of Veterinary Medicine Washington State University is conducting the D.O.G. study to develop a test for identifying dogs at risk of severe reactions to Veterinary drugs. This research, led by Dr. Tania Perez, focuses on...
by Editor | May 9, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Animal Health News, Uncategorized
Source: BusinessWire Mars, Incorporated is in exclusive talks to acquire Cerba HealthCare’s stakes in Cerba Vet and ANTAGENE, aiming to expand its Veterinary diagnostics sector. Cerba Vet, located in France and Switzerland, specializes in a comprehensive range...
by Editor | May 8, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: PETFOODIndustry Tim Lombardo, from EAS Consulting Group, discussed emerging hazards in pet food at the 2024 Petfood Forum. He highlighted risks stemming from food fraud as novel ingredients are incorporated into pet diets, particularly from foreign...
by Editor | May 8, 2024 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: WATTPoultry Von Miller, an NFL player with a Poultry Science degree, has realized his ambition of entering the poultry industry by establishing Greener Pastures Chicken. Despite initially raising doubts with a modest flock of 38 chickens, Miller has now...
by Editor | May 7, 2024 | Agriculture, Livestock
Source: Altoona Mirror A shortage of large animal veterinarians in Pennsylvania and nationwide poses significant risks to the agricultural industry, with potentially catastrophic consequences during animal health emergencies. The shortage, attributed to various...
by Editor | May 7, 2024 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KSLTV A cat named Galena from Utah went missing and was later discovered in a surprising location—inside an Amazon return box in California. Galena’s owners received a call informing them of her discovery, sparking disbelief and relief. It was revealed...
by Editor | May 6, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: The Atlantic There has been a significant rise in Veterinary costs and corporate consolidation within the Veterinary profession, leading to concerns about affordability and quality of care for pets. The author of this article shares a personal anecdote about...
by Editor | May 6, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: dvm 360 The FDA finalized Guidance for Industry (GFI) #120 to provide guidance on Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) regulations, aiding veterinarians, clients, and stakeholders in managing Veterinary feed directives. The guidance aligns with the VFD final rule...
by Editor | May 5, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: KTLA 5 Torrance residents Mike Superstein and Suzanne Erdelyi incurred a $25,000 Veterinary bill for their uninsured cat, Zoe, who lost an eye to cancer. The experience highlighted the importance of pet insurance, as medical costs for pets can escalate...
by Editor | May 5, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health News
Source: dvm 360 The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will mandate dairy cattle testing for highly pathogenic avian influenzas (HPAIs), specifically avian influenza type A H5N1. Laboratories and state veterinarians must report positive...
by Editor | May 4, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: dvm 360 The FDA announced updates to its oversight of intentional genomic alterations (IGAs) in animals, aiming to modernize and streamline the evaluation process for innovative animal products. This includes establishing a memorandum of understanding (MOU)...
by Editor | May 4, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: KQED Proposed California legislation aims to ease the struggle of pet owners finding rental housing by banning blanket no-pets policies and extra fees for common pets like cats and dogs. Advocates argue that the lack of pet-friendly rentals forces renters to...
by Editor | May 3, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: dvm 360 The Association of Shelter Veterinarians (ASV) awarded Rebecca Fellman, DVM, as the 2024 ASV Veterinarian of the Year and Karla Brestle, DVM, with the 2024 ASV Meritorious Service Award. ASV, a professional organization for shelter veterinarians,...
by Editor | May 3, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock, News
Source: abc news 8 A Texas veterinarian played a crucial role in solving the mystery of bird flu in cows. Dr. James Grimes, based in Gonzales, assisted in identifying and containing the virus, which had crossed from wild birds to cows, causing illness and death in a...
by Editor | May 2, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: Treadhunter Under the Weather Pet is launching an expanded product line in January 2024 to meet diverse pet owner needs. New additions include ‘PB and Chill’ Calming Peanut Butter Packets to reduce dog anxiety, and first-aid essentials like Wound...
by Editor | May 2, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Utah Public Radio Jenna Gowans, a second-year Veterinary student at Utah State, is part of a program where students spend two years in Logan before finishing their degree at Washington State University. However, Utah State will soon have its own Veterinary...
by Editor | May 1, 2024 | Other, Veterinary Practice
Source: AVMA The American Veterinary Medical Association’s State of the Profession Report reveals a promising outlook for employers seeking to hire veterinarians, with a record number of recent graduates entering full-time employment. Over the last two years,...
by Editor | May 1, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Tufts Now Emmanuelle Butty, an assistant clinical professor at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, emphasizes the importance of preventing leptospirosis in dogs, a bacterial infection that can lead to kidney failure and death. Leptospirosis spreads through...
by Stacy Pursell | May 1, 2024 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
The economy, the job market, the Animal Health industry and the Veterinary profession have all been on a “roller coaster” during the past four years. Since 2020, we’ve experienced a worldwide pandemic with associated lockdowns, a “mini recession,” a hiring boom...
