by Editor | Jul 21, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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...
by Editor | Jul 21, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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 Editor | Jul 20, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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,...
by Editor | Jul 20, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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...
by Editor | Jul 19, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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%....
by Editor | Jul 19, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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...
by Editor | Jul 18, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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...
by Editor | Jul 18, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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...
by Editor | Jul 17, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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...
by Editor | Jul 17, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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...
by Editor | Jul 16, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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...
by Editor | Jul 16, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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...
by Editor | Jul 15, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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,...
by Editor | Jul 15, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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...
by Editor | Jul 14, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
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...
by Editor | Jul 14, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: AsiaOne 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 proprietary algorithms...
by Editor | Jul 13, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce The pet industry boomed in 2023, contributing $303 billion to the economy, a 16% increase from 2022. Key trends driving this growth include eco-friendly products, with biodegradable toys and organic food becoming popular. The...
by Editor | Jul 13, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Super Talk Mississippi Media The Mississippi Aquarium is celebrating Shark Week with a series of educational and engaging events. Throughout the week, the aquarium in Gulfport offers social media educational posts and on-campus activities such as photo...
by Editor | Jul 12, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: UConn Today Mary Anne Amalaradjou, an associate professor at the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources, discovered that spraying eggs with probiotics enhances chick hatchability and health, improving both embryonic development and post-hatch...
by Catherine Haskins | Jul 12, 2024 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
In today’s interconnected world, it often feels like we have access to the latest information at our fingertips. As Veterinary professionals, we may believe that our local, regional, and national conferences suffice. However, I challenge you to break free from...
