by Editor | Sep 16, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Oklahoma’s News 4 An investigation is underway in Elk City, Oklahoma, after the sudden deaths of 40 to 70 horses belonging to Beutler and Son Rodeo Co. The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry (ODAFF) was alerted on August 23 about a...
by Editor | Sep 15, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: WCNC NBCUniversal’s Clear the Shelters campaign aims to promote pet adoption by reducing or waiving fees, countering the misconception that such practices devalue pets or lead to higher return rates. Studies, including research by the ASPCA and...
by Editor | Sep 15, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: yahoo! finance BARK, a leading global dog brand, announced its pioneering role in creating the pet product industry’s first international safety standard for dog toys and launched a state-of-the-art testing lab. This lab, developed over two years,...
by Editor | Sep 14, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: dvm 360 A study by the Croney Research Group, presented by Kayla Pasteur at the 2024 AVMA Conference, identified a significant gap in scientific literature concerning the impact of access to Veterinary care on animal welfare, particularly regarding behavior....
by Editor | Sep 14, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: WSU Insider Washington State University (WSU) researchers, led by Professor Kelly Brayton, have received an $800,000 grant to develop a safer and more effective vaccine for Anaplasma marginale, a tick-borne pathogen causing severe losses in the cattle...
by Editor | Sep 13, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Earth.com A recent study published in PLOS ONE explores whether dogs using soundboard buttons to “speak” are genuinely communicating or simply responding to cues. Led by Federico Rossano, Associate Professor at UC San Diego, this research suggests...
by Editor | Sep 13, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: INDEPENDENT A new study reveals that heatwaves significantly impair bumble bees’ ability to detect floral scents, threatening their role as vital pollinators. Bumble bees are crucial to agriculture, pollinating crops that comprise about one-third of the...
by Editor | Sep 12, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: AVMA News Honey bees, often considered wildlife, face similar issues to food production animals, including antimicrobial resistance and health concerns. Dr. Kaitlyn Krebs, a bee veterinarian and beekeeper, emphasizes the need for veterinarians to learn about...
by Editor | Sep 12, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Live Science Cats’ dislike of closed doors is linked to their natural curiosity, desire for control, and fear of missing out (FOMO), according to experts. Dr. Karen Sueda, a Veterinary behaviorist, explains that cats want to know what’s behind a closed...
by Editor | Sep 11, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: KOCO News 5 The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry has partnered with the Farm Journal Foundation to address the state’s shortage of rural and food animal veterinarians. Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture, Blayne Arthur, emphasized...
by Editor | Sep 11, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: CBS 19 Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas, is spearheading a groundbreaking drone research project aimed at assessing the health of wild dolphins. The initiative, named Passive Health Assessment in Sea Mammals (PHASM), utilizes a...
by Editor | Sep 10, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: CIDRAP A study published in PLOS One analyzed data from Germany’s Veterinary practices, revealing that approximately 12% of Escherichia coli isolates from dogs and cats are resistant to third-generation cephalosporins, specifically cefovecin, the only...
by Editor | Sep 10, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: FDA The FDA’s recent guidance clarifies the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) requirements for veterinarians in prescribing animal drugs and establishing a veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR). According to the FDA, only licensed...
by Editor | Sep 10, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: AVMA News The CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) developed the “Impact Wellbeing Guide” to help healthcare employers reduce burnout and improve worker wellbeing. The guide offers six evidence-based action steps, including...
by Editor | Sep 9, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: AP NEWS Philadelphia International Airport celebrated the five-year anniversary of its Wagging Tails Brigade, a group of 23 therapy dogs dedicated to easing traveler stress. The celebration included birthday presents for the dogs, a customized cake, cupcakes...
by Editor | Sep 9, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Nebraska Examiner Sydney Hutchinson, a freshman at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, initially planned to attend Kansas State University for Veterinary school due to an attractive early admissions offer. However, her plans changed after learning about...
by Editor | Sep 8, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Forbes Cats are known for being picky eaters due to their acute sense of smell and preference for umami (savory) flavors over sweetness. Researchers from Northeast Agricultural University and the Shanghai Institute of Technology are investigating how to create...
by Editor | Sep 8, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: WSU Insider Washington State University researchers, led by Dr. Kelly Brayton, received an $800,000 grant to develop a safer, more effective vaccine for Anaplasma marginale, a tick-borne pathogen causing significant global economic losses in the cattle...
by Editor | Sep 7, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: The Jerusalem Post A recent Hebrew University of Jerusalem study highlights key factors influencing dairy farmers’ decisions on animal vaccinations. Diseases like botulism, brucellosis, and rabies pose risks to dairy cows, with vaccination critical to...
by Editor | Sep 7, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: VMBS News At the Society for Theriogenology’s Therio Conference held from July 25-27 in Oklahoma City, Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) achieved notable success. Faculty and students from the Equine Fertility Lab...
