Source: Oklahoma Voice Oklahoma State University has announced locations for two major construction projects in Stillwater: a $330 million Veterinary teaching hospital and a $50 million Agronomy Discovery Center. The 275,000-square-foot Veterinary hospital will be built west of campus and will accommodate increased student enrollment while expanding teaching, research, and advanced care for large and small animals. Oklahoma […]
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Source: 24-7 Press Release Solid Rock Community School in Tarpon Springs, Florida, has become the first school worldwide to operate an animal sanctuary accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS). Sanctuary at Solid Rock provides lifelong, individualized care for rescued animals while supporting the private K-12 school’s focus on compassionate humane education. GFAS accreditation […]
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Source: US News Illegal horse smuggling across the U.S.-Mexico border is raising concerns that animals bypassing Veterinary inspections could undermine efforts to control New World screwworm. Authorities recently intercepted six horses that had crossed the Rio Grande illegally near Redford, Texas, avoiding required health certifications, inspections, and quarantine measures. Although those horses were not infected, Mexico has confirmed more […]
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Source: Daily Maverick A rabies outbreak among Cape fur seals along South Africa’s western and southern coasts has resulted in at least 176 recorded human bites, with researchers warning that attacks on people and dogs could increase. The disease is now considered endemic in Cape fur seals and represents the first documented rabies outbreak in a free-ranging marine mammal […]
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Source: Girl Scouts Girl Scouts of the USA will introduce its first dog cookie and first allergy-friendly cookie during the 2027 Girl Scout Cookie season. Patch Pals, developed with BARK, are soft-baked, blueberry muffin-flavored dog treats featuring four designs inspired by Girl Scout patches and experiences. Girl Scout Sparkables, developed with Partake, are crunchy oatmeal cookies with chocolate […]
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Source: Vet Surgeon International Cat Care (iCatCare) has released new consensus guidelines for diagnosing and managing chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats. Published in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, the 2026 guidelines represent a complete update of the International Society of Feline Medicine’s 2016 recommendations. Veterinary nephrology experts from around the world contributed to the guidance, […]
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Source: AVMA A federal judge has dismissed without prejudice an antitrust lawsuit filed by Lincoln Memorial University (LMU) against the American Veterinary Medical Association over accreditation decisions involving its Veterinary colleges. U.S. District Judge Thomas Varlan ruled that LMU’s claims of harm were too speculative and therefore not ripe for adjudication. LMU alleged that the AVMA Council on Education engaged in anticompetitive accreditation […]
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Source: Fox 9 The Minnesota Department of Health is investigating concerns that ASAP Wildlife Services MN may not have consistently submitted animals for rabies testing. Officials are asking customers who used the Twin Cities company for rabies testing between September 1, 2025, and September 9, 2026, to contact the department. The investigation began after at least one customer received […]
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Source: KTVZ Oregon wildlife officials have confirmed the first known detection of Mycoplasma ovipneumoniae, or M. ovi, in the John Day River California bighorn sheep herd, the state’s largest with approximately 1,000 animals. Several sheep tested positive for the respiratory pathogen, which can cause severe pneumonia outbreaks and has no known vaccine or medical treatment. The Oregon Department of […]
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Source: CBS News Michigan has confirmed its second case of Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE) in a domestic animal in 2026 after an 18-month-old quarter horse filly in Roscommon County tested positive. The horse was humanely euthanized. A human EEE case was also reported in Roscommon County earlier this summer, Michigan’s first human case since 2021. The state’s first domestic animal […]
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Source: KTRE Dr. Tammy Wilson of Flint Veterinary Clinic says most dogs and cats eating balanced commercial diets receive the vitamins and minerals they need, but deficiencies can occur with improperly formulated homemade or vegetarian diets. Common problems include deficiencies in vitamins A, B, and D, calcium, phosphorus, and taurine. Nutrient deficiencies can contribute to poor […]
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Source: Veterinary Practice News The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has released its 2026 Diabetes Management Guidelines for Dogs, providing updated recommendations for Veterinary teams treating canine diabetes mellitus. The guidelines cover diagnosis and pathophysiology, insulin therapy, dietary management, glucose monitoring, diabetic ketoacidosis, and troubleshooting common treatment challenges. The update reflects recent advances in diabetes management, including wider […]
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Source: Vet Surgeon New data from MSD Animal Health highlight the importance of protecting calves against bovine coronavirus as part of a broader strategy for preventing bovine respiratory disease (BRD). Analysis of 1,732 calves screened between 2022 and 2026 found 69.5% had antibodies to bovine coronavirus. Groups testing positive were significantly more likely to show evidence of other respiratory pathogens, […]
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Source: CNN The U.S. government has released its billionth sterile fly as part of efforts to combat New World screwworm, but scientists warn current production may remain insufficient. The parasite, whose larvae feed on living tissue, returned to the United States in 2026 after spreading north from Central America. Sterile flies are used to interrupt reproduction because […]
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Source: HABRI The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) has released its Pet-Inclusive Housing Report, outlining strategies to make rental housing more accessible to people with pets. The report grew out of HABRI’s Spring Policy Forum, which brought together experts in housing policy, research, animal welfare, pet care, Animal Health, and human social services. Participants examined approaches already being […]
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Source: ABC 15 The United States could face a shortage of roughly 17,000 veterinarians by 2032, according to a 2024 study commissioned by the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges. The study estimates the country will need 70,092 new veterinarians by then, while Veterinary programs are projected to produce only 52,926 graduates, meeting approximately 76% of anticipated demand. Experts […]
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Source: DVM 360 The FDA has issued an emergency use authorization for Bimectin, a generic injectable ivermectin, to help prevent New World screwworm infestations in cattle. The over-the-counter drug can be administered within 24 hours of birth, during castration, or when a wound appears. Bimectin is the FDA’s 14th emergency authorization related to New World screwworm as confirmed U.S. animal […]
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Source: Morning Star The North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) has launched two award programs recognizing excellence across the Veterinary profession: the inaugural Today’s Veterinary Business Best Places to Practice program and the returning VETTY Awards. Best Places to Practice is designed to recognize Veterinary clinics with outstanding workplace cultures while providing participating practices with anonymized employee satisfaction and engagement data. […]
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Source: Chicago Tribune CBD products for pets have grown increasingly popular, but veterinarians caution that scientific evidence supporting their effectiveness remains limited. Research has focused primarily on arthritis-related pain, seizures, atopic dermatitis, and anxiety in dogs. Some small studies suggest CBD may reduce seizure days, pain, or itching, but results have been inconsistent, and evidence supporting […]
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Source: WPR Rural Wisconsin communities are experiencing a critical shortage of veterinarians, limiting access to care for both farm animals and pets. In 2025, the U.S. Department of Agriculture identified a record 243 rural Veterinary shortage areas nationwide, including 16 Wisconsin counties. Growing pet ownership, heavy caseloads, limited Veterinary school capacity, and difficulty recruiting veterinarians to rural areas have […]
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