by Editor | Apr 9, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KIRO 7 Scammers are targeting grieving pet owners by impersonating local animal shelters and demanding fraudulent payments for supposed Veterinary care. Justin Hills, whose 14-year-old cat, Little Wayne Shorter, went missing in November, was nearly deceived by...
by Editor | Apr 9, 2025 | Agriculture, News
Source: Pet Food Industry The Securing American Agriculture Act, a bipartisan bill, has been introduced in the U.S. House and Senate to ensure the USDA monitors vulnerabilities in the food and agriculture supply chain that could be exploited by China. Sponsored...
by Editor | Apr 8, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Pet Food Industry The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) emphasizes the importance of language when discussing pet obesity, as certain terms can reinforce stigma and discourage owners from seeking help. Studies show that pet owners of overweight...
by Editor | Apr 8, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal, News
Source: University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine When Mary Winter’s rescue dog, Sadie, was diagnosed with lymphoma, she turned to the University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine for cutting-edge treatment. Under the care of Dr. Jeffrey Bryan,...
by Editor | Apr 7, 2025 | Agriculture, Animal Health News, Livestock, News
Source: K-State News Researchers at Kansas State University are developing a Bovine Rate of Consumption Index (BROCI) to assess pain and thermal stress in cattle based on their eating behavior. Led by Hans Coetzee and Eduarda Bortoluzzi, the project is part of a $17.6...
by Editor | Apr 7, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Talking with independent veterinarians, a common frustration emerges: practice owners feel they simply cannot compete with corporate offers when hiring veterinarians and support staff. At Veterinary school job fairs, students are inundated by corporate recruiters...
by Stith Keiser | Apr 7, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
One of my friends, Garrett, a graduate from the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, texted me a few years back after completing a day externing at a Veterinary clinic and said, “I’ve never seen anything like this! The support staff is so bought...
by Shannon Nowak | Apr 7, 2025 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
In today’s digital age, online discussions about Veterinary care are everywhere. I personally see them almost every time I open social media, especially on neighborhood groups, or sites/apps that are focused on the local community. Unfortunately, not all of these...
by Mark Cushing | Apr 7, 2025 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
(Editor’s Note: Sam Geiling from APG is a co-author of this article for Animal Health News and Views.) Considerable debate is underway this week in Washington, DC at the annual conference of the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC). This...
by Stacy Pursell | Apr 7, 2025 | Other - Views, Views
“Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right.” – Henry Ford This quote is more than motivational, it’s a powerful reminder that the way we think shapes the way we live. Your mindset can influence your decisions, relationships, resilience, and overall...
by Editor | Apr 7, 2025 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: Merck Animal Health Merck Animal Health, in partnership with the American Association of Swine Veterinarians Foundation (AASVF), has awarded $50,000 in scholarships to five Veterinary students pursuing careers in swine health. The 2025 AASVF-Merck Animal...
by Editor | Apr 6, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: University of Missouri A University of Missouri study has evaluated the effectiveness of embedded counseling services in Veterinary medical programs, revealing significant reductions in psychological distress among veterinary trainees. Conducted...
by Editor | Apr 6, 2025 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry, News
Source: WOAH The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has launched The Animal Echo, an online knowledge-sharing platform highlighting the interconnectedness of animal, human, and environmental health. Designed for policymakers, veterinarians, and the general...
by Editor | Apr 5, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Animal Health News, News
Source: Newsweek Newsweek, in collaboration with data analytics firm Plant-A Insights Group, has released its inaugural ranking of America’s Best Animal Hospitals 2025, recognizing the top 500 Veterinary centers across the United States for their exceptional...
by Editor | Apr 5, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: Dallas Business Journal Newsweek, in collaboration with data analytics firm Plant-A Insights Group, has released its inaugural ranking of America’s Best Animal Hospitals 2025, recognizing the top 500 Veterinary centers across the United States for their...
by Editor | Apr 4, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: dvm 360 Heartworm infections cause severe, irreversible damage in dogs, making preventative compliance critical in veterinary medicine. At the 2025 WVC Annual Conference, Dr. Chris Adolph presented new research on heartworm resistance surveillance, emphasizing...
by Editor | Apr 4, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: WPSD Local 6 A bill allowing Murray State University (MSU) to pursue a Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine is now on the Governor’s desk for approval. Senate Bill 77, which has been in the works for several legislative sessions, will enable MSU to work with...
by Editor | Apr 3, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Colorado Politics A new bill in Colorado is causing controversy over its implementation of Proposition 129, which created the Veterinary Professional Associate (VPA) position to help address the state’s Veterinary shortage. Advocates argue that House Bill 1285...
by Editor | Apr 3, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KSL 5TV At Deer Valley Ski Resort, avalanche rescue dogs play a crucial role in search-and-rescue operations, offering a lifeline for buried victims. These highly trained dogs, owned by their handlers, can quickly detect human scent, making them valuable when...
by Editor | Apr 2, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: The Guardian Scientists are exploring an innovative way to save endangered species by extracting living cells from animal dung, potentially using them for genetic rescue. Dubbed the “poo zoo,” the project aims to harness these cells for cloning and...
