by Editor | May 21, 2026 | News
Source: 2 News Oklahoma The Tulsa Zoo is facing a $15 million funding shortfall that threatens completion of its Africa Wilds exhibit, a major project scheduled to open in 2027 during the zoo’s centennial celebration. Originally estimated at $12 million when first...
by Editor | May 21, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: NACO The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 advanced significantly after passing the House of Representatives on April 30, 2026, following bipartisan approval by the House Agriculture Committee in March. The legislation strengthens rural...
by Editor | May 20, 2026 | News
Source: NBC 4 New York A rabid beaver attacked multiple people, including an 8-year-old boy, at Lake Henry, according to local authorities. The boy was fishing near the shoreline when the beaver emerged from the water, charged him, and bit him on the thigh after he...
by Editor | May 20, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Hopkins Bloomberg Public Health Researchers at Johns Hopkins Child Injury Prevention Network and Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter are developing new strategies to prevent pediatric dog bites, which surged during the COVID-19 pandemic and remain a...
by Editor | May 19, 2026 | News
Source: CBC A stranded common dolphin found on Prince Edward Island’s Blooming Point Beach last October died from severe health complications caused by heavy parasite infestations, according to a necropsy conducted by the Canadian Wildlife Health Cooperative. Experts...
by Editor | May 19, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: University of Calgary Researchers at the University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine are partnering with Antech Diagnostics to combat the growing threat of drug-resistant parasites in pets and livestock. Supported by a $1.6 million NSERC Alliance...
by Editor | May 18, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: CBS 19 News Extreme drought conditions in Central Virginia are affecting local wildlife and stray animals, according to experts from the Wildlife Center of Virginia and the Charlottesville-Albemarle SPCA. Wildlife may conserve energy by reducing activity...
by Editor | May 18, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Texas A&M University Researchers at Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences have identified a serious risk to dogs from accidental exposure to ractopamine, a livestock feed additive used to promote lean muscle growth in...
by Editor | May 17, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Forbes New federal student loan caps announced by the U.S. Department of Education will significantly limit how much graduate and professional students can borrow, potentially making it harder to afford advanced degrees. Starting July 1, graduate students will...
by Editor | May 17, 2026 | News
Source: KTLA 5 A 24-year-old woman from Visalia, Amanahy Becerra, was arrested on April 29 for allegedly performing Veterinary procedures without proper training or licensing. According to the Visalia Police Department, her actions led to the death of at least one...
by Editor | May 16, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Inside Nova A therapy dog named Kenobi is making a meaningful impact at UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center, bringing comfort and support to patients and staff. The 125-pound Leonberger, trained and handled by Gail Stieglitz, is part of the hospital’s pet...
by Editor | May 16, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: News Journal Wilmington College is exploring a new partnership with The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine to strengthen pathways for students pursuing careers in large animal Veterinary medicine. Representatives from both institutions met on...
by Editor | May 15, 2026 | Animal Health News, News
Source: CBS News The Uplift is a CBS News series dedicated to sharing positive, inspiring stories, with new episodes released monthly on the CBS News app. The April 25 episode features two uplifting segments. One highlights a rescue puppy at Pasadena Humane in Los...
by Editor | May 15, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KOCO After an EF-4 tornado struck Enid, Oklahoma, a 13-year-old dog named Pup was miraculously rescued after being trapped under debris for 44 hours and reunited with her owner, Kay Dragoun. The tornado destroyed homes in the area, forcing Dragoun to take...
by Editor | May 14, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: VICE Therapists say people’s relationships with their dogs can reveal important insights about their human connections. Psychotherapists note that clients often speak more openly about pets than partners, describing dogs as nonjudgmental sources of...
by Editor | May 14, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: WECT 6 News Residents in Leland, North Carolina are urging local officials to consider a new ordinance after an ultrasonic animal deterrent device in a neighborhood caused distress among pets. The device emits high-frequency sounds intended to repel animals,...
by Editor | May 13, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: AVMA The April 2026 “Chart of the Month” from the American Veterinary Medical Association highlights how housing patterns shape Veterinary client behavior and practice strategy. Using data from the 2025 Pet Ownership and Demographics Survey, it shows that most...
by Editor | May 13, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: BBC A £20 million anonymous donation has funded a new state-of-the-art animal hospital at London Zoo, allowing visitors to observe live veterinary procedures for the first time in the UK. The Wildlife Health Centre, developed by the Zoological Society of...
by Editor | May 12, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: UC Davis A “Case of the Month” highlights how total hip replacement surgery transformed the life of a young dog named Andy, who suffered from severe hip dysplasia. Initially, Andy showed abnormal behavior and pain as a puppy, leading to a diagnosis confirmed...
by Editor | May 12, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: NBC Chicago A Veterinary clinic in the Chicago suburbs is warning dog owners about Blastomycosis, a potentially fatal fungal infection affecting dogs and humans. The illness originates in soil, where fungal spores can be inhaled, primarily infecting the lungs...
