by Editor | Jul 21, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Gizmodo Researchers are urging the World Health Organization to classify toxoplasmosis, caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, as a neglected tropical disease to increase research funding and public health efforts. The parasite infects an estimated one...
by Editor | Jul 21, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: WLKY VEG ER for Pets has opened its first Kentucky location in St. Matthews, bringing a unique 24/7 Veterinary emergency care model that allows pet owners to remain with their animals throughout treatment, including overnight hospitalization. The facility...
by Editor | Jul 20, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: KUNM New Mexico is offering up to $80,000 in student loan repayment to veterinarians who commit to practicing in rural, frontier, and tribal communities for at least four years. The Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program aims to recruit and retain...
by Editor | Jul 20, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Ars Technica A new conservation initiative will sequence the genomes of every species protected under the U.S. Endangered Species Act while preserving tissue samples in a long-term biobank to support future recovery efforts. The project is a collaboration...
by Editor | Jul 19, 2026 | News
Source: THV 11 Darius, a well-known donkey from Conway, Arkansas, has found a new home at Pediatrics Plus Farm, where he will support therapy programs for children with special needs. The farm is part of Pediatrics Plus, which provides occupational, physical, speech,...
by Editor | Jul 19, 2026 | News
Source: KVUE Gracie, a 16-foot tall giraffe that escaped from Cedar Hollow Ranch near Leakey, Texas, has been safely returned after spending nearly two weeks roaming the rugged Texas Hill Country. The successful rescue was led by Dr. Pat O’Neil of Pedernales...
by Editor | Jul 18, 2026 | News
Source: Wisn A six-year old Wisconsin girl is recovering after being bitten by a rabid bat in her yard in Shawano County on June 23. According to her family, Cece Kale was attacked when the bat wrapped its wings around her leg and would not let go. Her...
by Editor | Jul 18, 2026 | News
Source: The Press Democrat A two-year old giraffe named Zeyna at Safari West wildlife preserve in California recently underwent a rare, specialized procedure to treat painful hoof cysts that threatened her mobility and long-term health. Veterinary specialists and...
by Editor | Jul 17, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KNBA A coalition of Alaska Native organizations is launching a two-year rural Veterinary public health program to provide free Veterinary services to approximately 80 Alaska villages beginning in July. Led by the Alaska Federation of Natives and Alaska Native...
by Editor | Jul 17, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Upper Michigan Source Bayshore Veterinary Hospital in Harvey, Michigan, is urging pet owners to avoid using rat poison in homes with dogs after treating six cases of rodenticide poisoning over a two week period. According to veterinarian Dr. Tim Hunt, dogs are...
by Editor | Jul 16, 2026 | News
Source: Yahoo! News Following severe thunderstorms and hail on June 24, Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary in Green Bay, Wisconsin, suffered extensive damage when part of its ceiling collapsed, forcing the immediate evacuation of all animals in its care. The building was later...
by Editor | Jul 16, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: AVMA A new proof of concept study published in the American Journal of Veterinary Research suggests that augmented reality (AR) eyeglasses could improve precision during complex canine surgeries. Researchers demonstrated that AR technology can project a three...
by Editor | Jul 15, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Yahoo! News Beginning July 1, 2026, Minnesota implemented new laws establishing updated standards for licensed Veterinary technicians. Under the legislation, Veterinary technicians must complete 16 hours of continuing education during each licensing period to...
by Editor | Jul 15, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: FDA Revival Animal Health has voluntarily recalled multiple Breeder’s Edge and Shelter’s Choice canine milk replacer products after testing found variable Vitamin D levels, including both deficient and excessive amounts. The expanded recall includes Breeder’s...
by Editor | Jul 14, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: NAVEC The North American Veterinary Ethics Council (NAVEC) argues that the Veterinary workforce shortage has become a major animal welfare crisis, leaving shelters and nonprofit clinics unable to hire enough veterinarians to provide essential care. According...
by Editor | Jul 14, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: VHMA Bianca Alfonso has been named the 2026 Practice Manager of the Year by the Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) for her leadership in transforming Green Dog Dental & Veterinary Center from a six person startup into a thriving multi-hospital...
by Editor | Jul 13, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Veterinary Practice News The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed the first case of New World screwworm in a dog, marking another concerning development as the flesh eating parasite spreads in the United States. The infected dog lives in Lea...
by Editor | Jul 13, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: EquiManagement Veterinary professional associates (VPAs), also known as midlevel practitioners, remain the subject of significant debate within Veterinary medicine because of their potential impact on patient care and the profession. Modeled after physician...
by Editor | Jul 12, 2026 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Tractor Supply Company Tractor Supply Company, Starlink, and 4-H have announced a new initiative to expand broadband access and educational opportunities for rural communities across the United States. The collaboration aims to reduce the digital divide by...
by Editor | Jul 12, 2026 | News
Source: Cape Cod Times Twelve rehabilitated sea turtles, including a loggerhead named Pretty Pretty Princess, were released into the waters off West Dennis Beach in Massachusetts after months of treatment at the New England Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Hospital. The group...
