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...
by Editor | Sep 6, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Last month, the CDC revised its travel requirements for dogs returning from international trips, scaling back from stringent regulations to a simpler process. Initially, pets had to arrive through specific...
by Editor | Sep 6, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: The Western Producer A recent study from Alberta reveals that Strongylus vulgaris, a parasitic infection once thought to be well-controlled, is more prevalent in horses than previously recognized. Researchers at the University of Calgary examined 510 horses...
by Editor | Sep 5, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Pet Product News A recent Packaged Facts survey highlights that Canadian pet owners are facing increased financial strain due to rising pet product costs. According to the June 2024 survey, 70% of Canadian pet owners are spending more on pet products than...
by Editor | Sep 5, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Parade Pets Recent research by Protexin Pet highlights the risks of relying on social media for dog care advice. The study reveals a significant increase in discussions about raw feeding, homemade diets, and home remedies like Epsom salt baths, driven by...
by Editor | Sep 4, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: STAT Barbara Natterson-Horowitz, a cardiologist and evolutionary biologist, argues that human medicine has been overly human-centered, overlooking valuable insights from animal health. Co-author of “Zoobiquity,” Natterson-Horowitz explores common...
by Bruce L. Truman | Sep 4, 2024 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
This week, the heart of the U.S. Veterinary community beats in Kansas City, as the VetPartners Mid-Year Conference and the Veterinary Innovation Summit (VIS) brought together some of the industry’s most influential voices. These two events, known for driving...
by Mark Cushing | Sep 4, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Three topics swirl around pet healthcare circles and conferences: (1) Access to care; (2) Veterinary shortages; and (3) Veterinary technician retention. No organization publicly challenges all three of these issues, or any one of these for that matter, as even the...
by William (Will) Lindus | Sep 4, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
In today’s fast-paced technological world, Veterinary practices depend heavily on IT systems for daily operations. From managing patient records to processing payments, the role of technology in Veterinary care is undeniable. However, for many veterinarians and...
by Shannon Nowak | Sep 4, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
In today’s Veterinary climate, the role of the credentialed Veterinary technician (CVT, LVT, LVMT, RVT) has never been more vital. While education, clinical skills, and technical expertise are fundamental, the ability to effectively network can significantly enhance...
by Catherine Haskins | Sep 4, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
At the recent Veterinary Innovation Summit in Kansas City, a familiar scene played out time and again. Conversations began with a standard greeting: “How are you?” Without missing a beat, the first response was almost always, “Busy.” The word...
by Editor | Sep 4, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: dvm 360 In response to the increasing number of animals entering U.S. shelters, many have implemented foster care programs, placing animals in temporary homes provided by volunteers. A recent study led by Dr. Lauren Powell at the University of Pennsylvania...
by Stacy Pursell | Sep 4, 2024 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Hiring the right employees is absolutely critical for the success of any organization. However, despite rigorous hiring processes, bad hires often slip through. In fact, according to the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), 31% of workers have left a job...
