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State Tries to Address Shortage of Rural Veterinarians

State Tries to Address Shortage of Rural Veterinarians

by Editor | Feb 18, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice

Source: Indiana Public Media Indiana is working to address a shortage of rural veterinarians, particularly those serving large animals. Ashley Armstrong, a large animal veterinarian near Bedford, says demand continues to outpace capacity despite other nearby vets....
Therapy Dog Miracle Receives Pet Hall of Fame Award for Work With Children

Therapy Dog Miracle Receives Pet Hall of Fame Award for Work With Children

by Editor | Feb 18, 2026 | Companion Animal, News

Source: Norman Transcript Miracle, a seven-year-old therapy dog, has received the Oklahoma Pet Hall of Fame Companion Award for her work supporting children and staff at the Boys and Girls Club of Norman and the Center for Children and Families. The Oklahoma...
Cats, Dogs Exposed to Topical Minoxidil can Develop Toxicosis

Cats, Dogs Exposed to Topical Minoxidil can Develop Toxicosis

by Editor | Feb 17, 2026 | Companion Animal, News

Source:  Healio A study in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology warns that topical minoxidil, a common hair loss treatment, can cause serious and sometimes fatal toxicosis in cats and dogs. Researchers reviewed six studies involving 68 cats and 26 dogs...
Texas Declares State of Disaster as New World Screwworm Advances North

Texas Declares State of Disaster as New World Screwworm Advances North

by Editor | Feb 17, 2026 | Animal Health News, Equine, Livestock

Source: dvm 360 Texas Governor Greg Abbott has declared a statewide disaster as the New World screwworm (NWS) advances north through Mexico, threatening Texas livestock and wildlife. Although no US cases have been detected, rising infections in Central America and...
University of Tulsa Introduces Goldie III as Newest Mascot

University of Tulsa Introduces Goldie III as Newest Mascot

by Editor | Feb 16, 2026 | Companion Animal, News

Source: Fox 23 The University of Tulsa has introduced Goldie III, a golden retriever puppy, as its newest official mascot in celebration of National Golden Retriever Day. Goldie III joins the university through its Canine Ambassador program, which is designed to...
AHC and AYHC Partner with National Home School Association

AHC and AYHC Partner with National Home School Association

by Editor | Feb 16, 2026 | Equine, News

Source: Horse Council The American Horse Council (AHC) and the American Youth Horse Council (AYHC) have partnered with the National Home School Association (NHSA) to expand access to equine education for homeschool families across the United States. Through this...
S.D. Lawmaker Proposes 10-Year Ban on Lab-Grown Meat

S.D. Lawmaker Proposes 10-Year Ban on Lab-Grown Meat

by Editor | Feb 15, 2026 | Agriculture, News

Source: Ag Daily A South Dakota lawmaker has introduced legislation that would impose a 10-year ban on lab-grown meat, positioning the state among a growing number restricting the emerging technology. House Bill 1057, proposed by John Sjaarda, would prohibit the...
Cost of Care Continues to Strain Veterinary Care Access, New Study Finds

Cost of Care Continues to Strain Veterinary Care Access, New Study Finds

by Editor | Feb 15, 2026 | Companion Animal, News

Source: PR Newswire The second installment of the PetSmart Charities–Gallup State of Pet Care Study finds that the rising cost of Veterinary care continues to significantly limit access to treatment for pets, straining both pet families and veterinarians. Nearly all...
Covetrus Eyes Acquisition of Cencora’s Veterinary Business

Covetrus Eyes Acquisition of Cencora’s Veterinary Business

by Editor | Feb 14, 2026 | Animal Health Industry

Source: Guru Focus Covetrus is in early discussions to acquire the Veterinary division of Cencora Inc. and is reportedly seeking approximately $3 billion in financing to support the transaction. The funding would be used to refinance about $2 billion in existing debt...
Consistent Cleaning Cuts Contamination in Veterinary Practices by Over 70%

Consistent Cleaning Cuts Contamination in Veterinary Practices by Over 70%

by Editor | Feb 14, 2026 | Animal Health News

Source: VetSurgeon.com New research published in the Journal of Small Animal Practice shows that consistent cleaning and staff training can reduce contamination in Veterinary practices by more than 70%. The study evaluated 13 small animal clinics using ATP surface...
New South Dakota Bills Protect Legitimate Service Animals, Penalize Fakes

New South Dakota Bills Protect Legitimate Service Animals, Penalize Fakes

by Editor | Feb 13, 2026 | Animal Health Industry

Source: KOTA Territory South Dakota lawmakers have unanimously passed legislation aimed at protecting legitimate service animals while penalizing those who falsely represent pets as service animals. The state Senate approved the measures in a 34–0 vote. Senate Bill...
Earthquake Hits Great Falls During Veterinary Surgery

Earthquake Hits Great Falls During Veterinary Surgery

by Editor | Feb 13, 2026 | Animal Health News, News

Source: KRTV An earthquake struck Great Falls, Montana on Thursday afternoon, creating a tense and unusual situation inside a local Veterinary clinic. The 4.2-magnitude quake occurred at 12:41 p.m. and was centered about 4.9 miles northeast of the city. While many...
CPE Board Approves New Veterinary Program at Murray State University

CPE Board Approves New Veterinary Program at Murray State University

by Editor | Feb 12, 2026 | News

Source: Tri State Home Page The Council on Postsecondary Education has approved a new Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program at Murray State University, marking a major milestone for higher education in Kentucky. Once accredited, the program would become the first...
Man, Dog Found Dead Inside Mobile Vet Van in Queens

Man, Dog Found Dead Inside Mobile Vet Van in Queens

by Editor | Feb 12, 2026 | Companion Animal, News

Source: ABC A tragic incident unfolded in Flushing, Queens, where a man and a dog were found dead inside a mobile veterinary van on Sunday morning. Police discovered the bodies shortly before 9:30 a.m., along with a 73-year-old man found unconscious outside the...
Leising’s Veterinary Bill Passes Out of Senate

Leising’s Veterinary Bill Passes Out of Senate

by Editor | Feb 11, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News

Source: Eagle Country 99.3 FM Jean Leising’s Senate Bill 56 has passed unanimously out of the Indiana Senate, marking a significant step toward addressing the state’s Veterinary workforce shortage. The legislation aims to expand access to Veterinary care by allowing...
From Conversation to Coalition: Leaders Come Together at VMX

From Conversation to Coalition: Leaders Come Together at VMX

by Editor | Feb 11, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal, News

Source: NAVTA At VMX, National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) convened leaders from across the Veterinary profession for a collaborative discussion on what an ideal veterinary practice should look like for the entire care team....
Texas Couple Pleads Guilty to Selling $2.4M Worth of Smuggled Pesticides and Veterinary Drugs Online

Texas Couple Pleads Guilty to Selling $2.4M Worth of Smuggled Pesticides and Veterinary Drugs Online

by Editor | Feb 10, 2026 | News

Source: WFAA A North Texas couple has pleaded guilty to conspiring to smuggle and sell unregistered pesticides and misbranded Veterinary drugs, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Thao Duong and Lam Mai of Garland operated an online business that sold illegal...
Prioritizing Belonging, Inclusivity in Midst of Busyness

Prioritizing Belonging, Inclusivity in Midst of Busyness

by Editor | Feb 10, 2026 | Companion Animal, News

Source: AVMA At the 2026 AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference, Latonia Craig, EdD, Chief of Veterinary Engagement and Belonging, emphasized that inclusivity and belonging must be intentional and foundational in Veterinary medicine despite the profession’s fast pace....
Dogs Might be the Secret to Getting Some Anxious Patients in the Dentist’s Chair

Dogs Might be the Secret to Getting Some Anxious Patients in the Dentist’s Chair

by Editor | Feb 9, 2026 | Companion Animal, News

Source: STAT News Dentists across the United States are increasingly using therapy dogs to help reduce dental anxiety, a common fear that leads many patients to delay or avoid care. Drawing on personal experience and scientific research, physician Henry I....
Tapirs at Denver Zoo Died of Copper Poisoning, Investigation Determines

Tapirs at Denver Zoo Died of Copper Poisoning, Investigation Determines

by Editor | Feb 9, 2026 | Animal Health News

Source: CBS News An investigation by the Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance found that two Malayan tapirs, JonHi (16) and Rinny (18), died from accidental copper poisoning. The deaths occurred within a short time span, alarming zoo staff because tapirs typically live up...
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