by Editor | Apr 11, 2026 | Companion Animal, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: ABC 7 Los Angeles County animal shelters opened to the public to help manage a surge of more than 300 animals seized from a Lake Hughes property during a large-scale rescue operation. Authorities removed mostly dogs along with dozens of cats after serving a...
by Editor | Apr 11, 2026 | Companion Animal, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: ABC 17 News A long-standing Veterinary clinic in Columbia, Missouri, has permanently closed, leaving many pet owners in the area searching for alternative care options. The Columbia Animal Hospital had served the community for years, and its closure marks a...
by Editor | Apr 10, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: NAVTA The National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America has stated it does not support the proposed Veterinary Professional Associate or Mid Level Practitioner model. The organization believes this approach may lack sufficient clinical training and...
by Editor | Apr 10, 2026 | Animal Health News, News
Source: ABC 13 News Wildlife experts are warning about a contagious eye disease spreading among backyard birds, especially house finches, as spring arrives. The illness, known as Mycoplasmal conjunctivitis, spreads easily at bird feeders where birds gather closely and...
by Editor | Apr 9, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, Livestock, News
Source: WAFF 48 Veterinarians in North Alabama report a growing shortage of large animal vets, driven by high student debt and the demanding nature of the work. Many new graduates leave Veterinary school with significant financial burdens, making higher-paying small...
by Editor | Apr 9, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Dechra Dechra, a global Veterinary specialty care company, has announced plans to establish its global headquarters in Boston, Massachusetts, with operations expected to begin in June 2026. The move from its current base in Northwich, England, is part of a...
by Editor | Apr 8, 2026 | Animal Health News, News
Source: DVM360 The Companion Animal Parasite Council’s 2026 forecast highlights a growing and expanding risk of parasites across the United States, including Lyme disease, heartworm, ehrlichiosis, and anaplasmosis. These diseases are spreading into regions that were...
by Editor | Apr 8, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: DVM360 A recent FDA draft guidance encourages drug developers to reduce reliance on animal testing by adopting alternative methods known as new approach methodologies. These include technologies such as cell-based studies, organ-on-chip models, and computer...
by Editor | Apr 7, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Today’s Veterinary Practice Feline seizures are complex neurological events that require careful evaluation and individualized care. In most cases, seizures in cats are not a primary condition but a symptom of an underlying issue such as metabolic...
by Editor | Apr 7, 2026 | Animal Health News, News
Source: UC San Diego Today A UC San Diego study finds that most pandemic viruses jump from animals to humans without prior evolutionary adaptation. Analyzing viruses such as SARS-CoV-2, Ebola, and influenza, researchers found no evidence that these pathogens developed...
by Editor | Apr 6, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: CATalyst Council A new CATalyst Council survey of over 60,000 U.S. households reveals a major untapped opportunity in feline Veterinary care. With an estimated 76 million cats in the U.S. and 90 percent of owners reporting a strong emotional bond, demand...
by Editor | Apr 6, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: WMNF A California pilot program allowing homeless shelters to accommodate pets has shown promising results in reducing homelessness among participants. Established in 2019, the Pet Assistance and Support Program provided $15.75 million to 37 organizations to...
by Editor | Apr 5, 2026 | Animal Health News, News
Source: FOX 4 During Women’s History Month, Dr. Ashton Sellers is making history as the first Black woman to own an animal hospital in the Kansas City area and the youngest woman to do so at age 32. She now leads Hickman Mills Animal Hospital, a clinic that has served...
by Editor | Apr 5, 2026 | News
Source: The Fence Post Severe wildfires in western Nebraska prompted Governor Jim Pillen to declare a state of emergency across seven counties beginning March 13, 2026. Fueled by extreme winds reaching up to 70 mph and dry conditions, the rapidly spreading Morrill...
by Editor | Apr 4, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: Feedstuffs Idealyst Innovation has launched the Center for American Food Power (CAFP), a new nonpartisan think tank aimed at strengthening U.S. agriculture by aligning agrifood strategy with national security priorities. The initiative responds to major...
by Editor | Apr 4, 2026 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Dairy Herd Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming dairy herd management by turning large volumes of farm data into actionable insights. As highlighted by dairy scientist Jeffrey Bewley, AI systems use machine learning to analyze patterns in herd data,...
by Editor | Apr 3, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: EIN Presswire netWell has expanded its member benefits by partnering with whiskerDocs to provide 24/7 Veterinary telehealth support for pet owners. Through this collaboration, members receive discounted access (about 25% off) to licensed Veterinary...
by Editor | Apr 3, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: FDA A recent alert from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration warns pet owners about serious health risks linked to certain lots of Quest cat food. FDA testing found that eight lots contained extremely low or no thiamine (vitamin B1), an essential nutrient for...
by Editor | Apr 2, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal, News
Source: PR Newswire Royal Canin has renewed a multi-year partnership with the University of Tennessee Veterinary Obesity Center to combat rising obesity rates in cats and dogs through research, clinical care, and education. Originally established in 2020, the center...
by Editor | Apr 2, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: PR Newswire A 2026 report from the Best Friends Animal Society highlights major progress in reducing cat deaths in U.S. shelters, with nearly 75% fewer cats killed in 2025 compared to a decade ago, based on data from over 10,000 shelters. The organization...
