by Editor | Jul 31, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Forbes A Swiss study analyzing 18 years of data from over 16,500 adults aged 50 to 99 found that owning a dog or cat may slow cognitive decline in older adults. Dog owners experienced slower memory loss, while cat owners showed a reduced decline in verbal...
by Editor | Jul 31, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: AVMA Dr. Michael J. Blackwell has been awarded the 2025 Frederick Douglass Patterson Lifetime Achievement Award by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) for his impactful leadership in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in the...
by Editor | Jul 30, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KTLA 5 Cats are officially having their moment. According to PetSmart, cat adoptions have now outpaced dog adoptions, signaling a surge in feline fandom across the U.S. In honor of Anything for Cats Month, PetSmart released its Top 25 Cat-Loving Cities,...
by Editor | Jul 30, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: My Senior Horse A study by researchers at Nottingham Trent University reveals that horses may be far more intelligent than previously believed. The experiment involved teaching horses to touch a card with their noses for a treat, with later stages adding a...
by Editor | Jul 29, 2025 | Livestock, News
Source: Animal Health Digest The 2025 World Hereford Conference, hosted by the American Hereford Association, is set to be a landmark event uniting Hereford breeders, enthusiasts, and industry leaders from around the globe. Taking place in Kansas City, Missouri, the...
by Editor | Jul 29, 2025 | Animal Health News, Equine
Source: Paulick Report Summer travel with horses requires extra care to prevent heat stress, which can become dangerous in high temperatures and humidity. A key safety tip is to assess weather risk by adding the air temperature (°F) and relative humidity (%). A...
by Editor | Jul 28, 2025 | Equine, News
Source: American Farriers The horse industry is undergoing notable shifts amid growing scrutiny over equine welfare and changing public perceptions. According to the 2023 American Horse Council survey, the U.S. horse population declined to 6.7 million from 7.2 million...
by Editor | Jul 27, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: City State Zip Code The United States, with its diverse habitats, is home to several native and non-native big cat species. Mountain lions (also called cougars or pumas) are the most widespread, found mainly in the West and slowly returning to parts of the...
by Editor | Jul 27, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Science Direct A study using data from over 43,000 U.S. dogs enrolled in the Dog Aging Project (DAP) reveals that nearly all pet dogs experience at least one moderate to serious behavioral issue, with many showing multiple problems. Unlike smaller or selective...
by Editor | Jul 26, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Axios Indianapolis Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine achieved a milestone by performing its first cardiac ablation on a canine. The subject, Ketchup—a grand champion boxer—had suffered persistent cardiac arrhythmias that failed to respond to...
by Editor | Jul 26, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: WCNC A Charlotte condominium association has sparked outrage by enforcing a long-standing policy that bans dogs over 25 pounds, prompting some residents to consider selling their homes. The Sharon Place Condominium Association recently reiterated the rule in...
by Editor | Jul 25, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: The Guardian As the global population ages and dementia rates increase, a new study suggests that pets—particularly cats and dogs—may help slow cognitive decline. Researchers led by Adriana Rostekova at the University of Geneva analyzed 18 years of data from...
by Editor | Jul 24, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: science.org Scientists have developed a novel method to vaccinate vampire bats against rabies using their natural grooming behavior. In a recent study, researchers applied an oral rabies vaccine in a gel form to the fur of 24 bats in a Mexican colony. Within...
by Editor | Jul 23, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: CBS News A tragic incident in Ohio highlights the dangers of heat stroke in pets, even in air-conditioned vehicles. Bruno, a four-year-old Newfoundland, died after riding in the backseat of an SUV with the AC on and windows cracked during extreme heat. Dr....
by Editor | Jul 23, 2025 | Animal Health News, News, Students
Source: KSL.com Utah State University (USU) is launching the state’s first four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program in August 2025, addressing a statewide shortage of veterinarians, especially in rural and agricultural areas. The inaugural class includes...
by Editor | Jul 22, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: USA Today In the aftermath of devastating floods in Texas Hill Country beginning July 4, Austin Pets Alive! has stepped in to rescue and care for animals displaced by the disaster. The shelter has taken in over 230 pets from flood-impacted shelters and is...
by Editor | Jul 22, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Littler Colorado’s Senate Bill 25-083, effective August 6, 2025, significantly limits the enforceability of noncompete and nonsolicit agreements for healthcare providers and minority business owners. The bill amends C.R.S. § 8-2-113 to eliminate exceptions...
by Editor | Jul 21, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Turlock Journal Sterling Ranch Park in Denair hosted the lively Walk ‘N Wag event on Sunday, drawing crowds with costumed dogs and exotic pets. Organized by the Community Veterinary Clinic, Denair Vendors in the Park, and Friends of Turlock Animal Shelter, the...
by Editor | Jul 21, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: The Atlantic Ty Lawrence, an animal-science professor, became fascinated with exceptional beef carcasses he encountered at slaughterhouses—animals with unusually fat-marbled meat in prime cuts. He realized the potential to clone these outliers and, after...
by Editor | Jul 20, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: CityNews Everywhere Foxtail grass, a summertime hazard for dogs, is a growing concern for pet owners in Edmonton, especially around dog parks and ravines. The grass’s sharp barbs can latch onto a dog’s fur and burrow into their skin or mucous membranes,...
