Source: Science Daily An international research team has discovered that domestic cats overwhelmingly prefer sleeping on their left side—revealed through analysis of 408 YouTube videos—suggesting this behavior offers an evolutionary survival benefit. Sleeping on their left side means waking cats immediately see the world through their left visual field, which is processed by the brain’s […]
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Source: AVMA Lyme disease, caused by Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria and transmitted by blacklegged ticks, affects both humans and animals, including dogs, cats, and horses. While most infected dogs show no symptoms, 5–10% develop signs like intermittent lameness, fever, swollen joints, or in severe cases, Lyme nephritis—a kidney condition that can be fatal. Diagnosis is challenging, as symptoms […]
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Source: PHYS ORG An international working group of canine cognition experts has published new guidelines to standardize the diagnosis and monitoring of canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CCDS), often compared to Alzheimer’s disease in humans. The guidelines define CCDS as a chronic, progressive, age related neurodegenerative condition marked by behavioral and cognitive changes such as altered sleep, […]
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Source: AVMA In this President’s Column, Dr. Michael Q. Bailey reflects on how collaboration and volunteer service have shaped his career and the Veterinary profession. From his undergraduate years through Veterinary school, residency, and clinical practice, he learned that meaningful progress comes from stepping forward and working together. Now serving as AVMA president, he emphasizes that volunteering is […]
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Source: For The Win A playful yet striking encounter between a tiny deer and a massive rhinoceros at Wroclaw Zoo has gone viral after being compared to a “David vs. Goliath” showdown. The video shows a 28-pound Chinese muntjac, also known as an Asian deer, squaring off against a 1.7-ton rhino in what zoo officials described as […]
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Source: 97.3 The Dawg Crowley Veterinarian Hospital in Crowley, Louisiana, has gone viral once again by combining pet care with humor and seasonal fun. The full-service animal hospital, which offers services such as routine exams, dental care, spay and neuter procedures, vaccinations, and grooming, embraced Mardi Gras season with a playful marketing approach. The clinic […]
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Source: BBC Three large dogs found roaming the streets of Preston, England, in October 2025 have been confirmed as wolf-dogs after DNA testing resolved widespread speculation about their origins. Initially identified by the local council as German Shepherd–type dogs, the siblings—named Little Timmy, Boo, and Brooke—went viral due to their wolf-like appearance. After being taken in […]
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Source: KVUE Health officials have confirmed a rabies outbreak in Hays County, Texas, primarily affecting local wildlife. According to the Hays County Health Department, most confirmed cases have involved foxes, but rabies poses a serious risk to pets, livestock, and humans as well. The Texas Department of State Health Services verified the outbreak, prompting coordinated response efforts among the […]
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Source: NonStop Local KHQ A Spokane-area veterinarian has been formally recognized for her dedication and service to the Spokane Police Department’s K9 Unit. Police Chief Kevin Hall, along with members of the K9 team, recently presented Dr. Maike Bachmann with a letter of recognition honoring her exceptional care and commitment. The acknowledgment highlights her role in ensuring the […]
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Source: We Are Iowa Iowa officials are advancing a broad state-level farm policy proposal designed to strengthen agriculture, improve preparedness for foreign animal diseases, and address persistent workforce shortages. The plan takes a comprehensive approach to long-standing challenges, with a strong emphasis on biosecurity and emergency response capabilities. Recent outbreaks of animal disease have highlighted […]
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Source: Wisconsin Public Radio Researchers have found that high levels of PFAS, known as “forever chemicals,” in Wisconsin bald eagle nestlings may weaken their immune systems and reduce their ability to fight disease. The Great Lakes Bald Eagle Health Project, which has monitored contaminants in eagles since 1990, began analyzing PFAS in eaglet blood samples in 2023. Scientists collected […]
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Source: Think Global Health As the EU debates reforms to its Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), set to expire in 2027, disruptions in the agrifood sector are raising serious concerns about food security. Farmers across Europe have protested proposed subsidy cuts, while animal diseases already cause nearly 20% of global livestock production losses annually. Recent outbreaks, such […]
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Source: Texas Farm Bureau Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) is accepting applications for its Rural Veterinary Scholarship to help address the growing shortage of veterinarians in rural Texas. As many long-serving rural veterinarians near retirement and fewer graduates enter large-animal and mixed practices, ranchers in some areas face limited access to essential veterinary services. To support students committed to […]
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Source: Fox 43 A Lancaster County Veterinary clinic is limiting services after being hit by a cyberattack that disrupted access to patient records. Metro Pet/Manheim Pike Veterinary Hospital, which operates three locations in the county, announced the incident on January 7, 2026, through Facebook and email communications to clients. The attack has prevented staff from retrieving or updating […]
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Source: The Conversations Marine mammals act as early warning indicators of ocean health, but monitoring their condition is challenging because they live underwater, range widely, and cannot be easily examined without disturbance. New research published in the Journal of Thermal Biology shows that drone-mounted thermal cameras offer a promising, non-invasive way to monitor dolphin health. The study tested thermal […]
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Source: AVMA The AVMA Council on Education has announced its schedule of accreditation site visits for 14 Veterinary schools and colleges worldwide in 2026. These comprehensive evaluations will take place throughout the year, beginning in January and concluding in December. U.S. institutions scheduled for visits include Arkansas State University, Auburn University, Western University of Health Sciences, Lincoln […]
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Source: ABC 7 Veterinarians meeting in Chicago are offering timely winter care advice for pet owners, particularly those who adopted new pets during the holiday season. Speaking at the Veterinary Leadership Conference, Dr. Michael Q. Bailey, president of the American Veterinary Medical Association, emphasized that winter pet health requires extra attention. He advised owners to maintain daily exercise […]
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Source: Tufts University Tufts Veterinary Field Service (TVFS) recently introduced a minimally invasive tube cystotomy (MITC) procedure to treat urinary blockage, a potentially fatal condition common in male goats. The first patient was Casper, a four-month-old Nigerian Dwarf goat who developed severe pain and difficulty urinating shortly after arriving at his new farm. TVFS diagnosed him with urinary blockage […]
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Source: Today’s Veterinary Practice Tritrichomonas foetus infection is a common cause of chronic large-bowel diarrhea in cats, particularly young animals and those in high-density settings such as shelters and catteries. The protozoan colonizes the cecum and colon, causing intermittent, foul-smelling diarrhea often containing mucus or blood that may persist for years. Transmission occurs via the fecal–oral […]
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Source: AAHA The article outlines the contributors and framework behind the 2026 AAHA Oncology Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. Developed by a multidisciplinary task force convened by the American Animal Hospital Association, the guidelines draw on expertise from Veterinary oncologists, surgeons, radiologists, feline practitioners, and academic leaders across the United States. Jaci Christensen and Kim Johnson serve as cochairs […]
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