by Editor | Dec 20, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Trib Live Dr. Becky Morrow, founder of Frankie’s Friends Veterinary clinic and an educator at Penn State and the University of Florida, combines her passion for animal care with teaching. With 26 years of experience, including 17 in shelter medicine, Morrow...
by Editor | Dec 20, 2024 | Uncategorized
Source: Business Wire Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO), the largest rural lifestyle retailer in the U.S., unveiled its Life Out Here 2030 strategy at its Investment Community Day, outlining ambitious growth plans. The company aims to capitalize on a $225 billion...
by Editor | Dec 19, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Pet Business Professor In 2023, U.S. pet spending surged to $117.6 billion, a 14.5% increase from 2022, driven by growth across all categories, including record highs in pet food. Baby Boomers reclaimed the top spot in pet spending, contributing $39.25...
by Editor | Dec 19, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health News
Source: Health Day A study by Texas A&M University has revealed that fentanyl, a potent opioid, has been detected in the blubber of bottlenose dolphins in the Gulf of Mexico. Researchers found traces of fentanyl in 30 of 89 dolphins sampled, including 18 live...
by Editor | Dec 18, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: Today’s Veterinary Business The Veterinary profession has seen transformative changes over the decades, from the 1990s’ wave of innovation—including electronic medical records, wellness plans, and advanced diagnostics—to a two-decade slowdown in...
by Editor | Dec 18, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: Florida Atlantic University Florida Atlantic University (FAU) hosted CrocTank, a unique live business pitch event featuring judges from ABC’s Shark Tank at its Boca Raton campus. Four entrepreneurs from FAU’s ecosystem, including the Research Park and...
by Editor | Dec 17, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: Virginia Tech News Zia, a German shorthaired pointer and avid hunting dog, underwent life-saving thoracic surgery at a Veterinary Teaching Hospital after months of unexplained lethargy. Her case showcased the teaching hospital’s collaborative model,...
by Editor | Dec 17, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry, Livestock
Source: Chron Scientists have discovered a new species of mining bee, Andrena androfovea, in Texas and Oklahoma, marking a significant breakthrough in bee biodiversity research. Published in Ecology and Evolution, the study reveals that this species, unique for its...
by Editor | Dec 16, 2024 | News
Source: ABC 30 Action News A Fresno County teacher, 60-year-old Leah Seneng, has died from rabies, believed to be contracted from a bat encounter in Merced County. Seneng, an art teacher at Bryant Middle School in Dos Palos, was described by her friend Laura Splotch...
by Editor | Dec 16, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: Texas A&M Today A study by the Dog Aging Project (DAP) at Texas A&M University and Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine reveals that dog owners’ demographics, especially age, significantly influence their dietary choices for pets, more than...
by Editor | Dec 15, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: dvm 360 Becoming a dog owner can be overwhelming, especially when choosing the right nutrition for a puppy. A Royal Canin survey of 1,023 North American puppy owners found that 62% are confused by the wide array of food options and struggle to identify...
by Editor | Dec 15, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Huffpost Feeding dogs extra treats or scraps can lead to health issues, as about 59% of dogs are overweight or obese. Owners often fail to recognize weight gain, which can have severe consequences for a dog’s health and lifespan. Experts suggest using...
by Editor | Dec 14, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry
Source: Saipan Tribune The Saipan Humane Society (SHS) and the Department of Land and Natural Resources’ Animal Health division, supported by a USDA NextGen Grant, are hosting a Veterinary team from Washington State University (WSU) to enhance animal health services...
by Editor | Dec 14, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Science Scientists have identified the genetic basis for orange fur in cats and the unique coloration of calico and tortoiseshell patterns, solving a decades-long mystery. Two independent studies found that a mutation near the Arhgap36 gene, located on the X...
by Editor | Dec 13, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: PR Newswire At the 2024 AAEP convention, Agfa unveiled its AI-powered SmartRotate™ for Equine, revolutionizing equine radiography by automatically orienting X-ray images correctly. This innovation enhances efficiency, accuracy, and ease, saving time for...
by Editor | Dec 13, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: AAHA When Sue Gelsomino’s dog Ugo, a 12-year-old Cirneco dell’Etna, progressed to congestive heart failure in mid-2023, she sought advanced treatment. Initial evaluations ruled him out for a less invasive procedure, but he was deemed a candidate for surgical...
by Editor | Dec 12, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: Tulsa 8 ABC The BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Empty the Shelters – Holiday Hope event runs from December 1 to December 17, offering reduced-fee adoptions to help homeless pets find homes. Over 400 shelters in 45 states are participating, including...
by Editor | Dec 12, 2024 | Companion Animal
Source: PR Newswire Alley Cat Allies, a leading advocacy organization for cats, has launched the Community Resource Tool at gethelp.alleycat.org to connect cat caregivers across the U.S. with essential local resources. This easy-to-use tool helps users find Veterinary...
by Editor | Dec 11, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: Sooke News Mirror The BC SPCA is facing increased demand for specialized pet food at its animal centres and through its pet food bank partners. Specialized diets, essential for pets with medical conditions like allergies or kidney disease, are costly and less...
by Editor | Dec 11, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: GlobeNewswire Virbac has finalized the acquisition of Mopsan, a Turkish distributor specializing in pet food and companion animal health products. With over 20 years of presence in Türkiye, including its own subsidiary since 2018, Virbac’s acquisition of...
