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,...
by Editor | Jul 19, 2025 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: AZ Central Edgar Glover, 37, was arrested in Phoenix on June 24 for allegedly performing unlicensed animal surgeries, including ear cropping and tail docking, in his garage. Authorities were alerted after The Good Vets animal hospital reported a dog with...
by Editor | Jul 19, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: AP News Tundra, an 800-pound Alaska brown bear at the Lake Superior Zoo in Duluth, Minnesota, has become the first bear to receive a custom-fitted titanium alloy dental crown. The hour-long procedure, performed under sedation, was carried out by Dr. Grace...
by Editor | Jul 18, 2025 | Animal Health News, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: The Business Journals Employers are increasingly offering pet-related benefits, particularly pet insurance, to attract and retain younger workers—especially Gen Z. Since 2022, job postings that include pet insurance have risen significantly, with an 18%...
by Editor | Jul 18, 2025 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: Hoard’s Dairyman A new “milking speed” trait (MSPD) will be introduced in the August 2025 genetic evaluations for Holsteins, offering dairy producers a way to improve milking efficiency through selective breeding. Developed by the Council on Dairy Cattle...
by Editor | Jul 17, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Koin 06 Afi, a six-year-old Jack Russell terrier mix, is recovering after ingesting a potentially lethal amount of xylitol, a sugar substitute commonly found in gum, baked goods, and other household items. Afi consumed approximately 35 pieces of...
by Editor | Jul 17, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: AAHA Researchers at Texas A&M’s Gastrointestinal Laboratory have identified biomarkers that may predict gastrointestinal (GI) disease in dogs before symptoms appear. Focusing on Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers—prone to protein-losing enteropathy (PLE)—the...
by Editor | Jul 16, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: AAHA Golden retrievers are widely seen as gentle and friendly dogs, but like any breed, they can exhibit aggression. Since behavioral issues like aggression often lead to pet relinquishment, researchers at the University of California-Davis and the Morris...
by Editor | Jul 16, 2025 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry, News
Source: AVMA The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warning letters to three companies—Bailey’s Wellness, Holista, and House of Alchemy—for marketing unapproved cannabidiol (CBD) products for pets. These products, including oils, chews, and pellets,...
by Editor | Jul 15, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Gothamist A Brooklyn Supreme Court judge, Aaron Maslow, has ruled that dogs can be legally recognized as “immediate family” in specific wrongful-death cases. The decision stemmed from a 2023 incident where Duke, a four-year-old dachshund, was struck and killed...
by Editor | Jul 15, 2025 | News
Source: Livescience Animal vision varies widely, with different species excelling in different visual abilities tailored to their needs. Birds of prey like hawks and eagles possess the most detailed vision, seeing three to five times more clearly than humans thanks...
by Editor | Jul 14, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Earth.com A new study analyzing over 2.2 million UK vet records finds that acute diarrhea affects about 1 in 12 dogs annually. Led by Dan O’Neill of the Royal Veterinary College, the research identifies high-risk breeds, symptoms, and common treatments....
by Editor | Jul 14, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: BBC The death of Yvonne Ford, a 59-year-old British woman, from rabies after a minor scratch from a puppy in Morocco has sparked increased concern among UK travelers. Pharmacist Olamide Olokanmi reported a surge in inquiries and demand for the rabies vaccine...
by Editor | Jul 13, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: AP News As anxiety rises among humans, our pets may also be experiencing increased stress. Experts like Veterinary nurse Frankie Jackson and veterinarian Dr. Becky Peters highlight a feedback loop where pets mirror their owners’ emotional states....
by Editor | Jul 13, 2025 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: CBS 8 A theft at B Street Veterinary Hospital in San Diego has left the clinic without power, causing major disruptions and financial losses. Late Saturday night, a thief stole the hospital’s breaker box, an act captured on surveillance footage. The loss of...
by Editor | Jul 12, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: KTLA 5 Optimism is high within the California Condor Recovery Program (CCRP) after the Los Angeles Zoo announced the successful hatching of 10 California condor chicks during the 2025 breeding season. All chicks are healthy and thriving, marking a significant...
by Editor | Jul 12, 2025 | News
Source: University of California, Riverside A study by scientists at the University of California, Riverside reveals how the parasite Toxoplasma gondii can disrupt brain function, even when infecting only a small number of neurons. Published in PLoS Pathogens, the...
by Editor | Jul 11, 2025 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: South West Farmer A major UK study by the Royal Veterinary College warns that evolving swine flu viruses in Europe pose a significant pandemic threat if not properly addressed. The virus is already prevalent in about half of UK pig farms, indicating widespread...
