Source: Popular Science A recent study published in Scientific Reports examined how scent detection ability varies among dog breeds. Surprisingly, border collies—a herding breed—outperformed some traditional hunting dogs like golden retrievers, vizslas, and basset/bloodhounds in finding hidden treats. However, beagles completed the task faster than all other breeds tested. Researchers from Eötvös Loránd University in Hungary tested 551 […]
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Wake County Animal Center Temporarily Closes Due to Canine Illness
by Editor | Feb 18, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal

Source: CBS 17 The Wake County Animal Center in Raleigh, N.C., is temporarily closing for at least 30 days due to an outbreak of Streptococcus zooepidemicus (Strep zoo), a contagious respiratory illness in dogs. Three dogs at the shelter have died from the disease, prompting officials to take immediate action to contain the outbreak. During the closure, […]
read more‘Fast-Acting Poison’ Suspected in Deaths of More Than 30 Animals in Tucson Including Pets
by Editor | Feb 17, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal

Source: AZ Central JBS has partnered with stakeholders to donate 3 million livestock tags to improve cattle traceability in Pará, Brazil, aiming to track every head of cattle in the state by 2026. Pará, home to Brazil’s second-largest cattle herd, is the focus of this initiative, which seeks to revolutionize livestock management and sustainability. Of the […]
read moreJBS Donates 3M Livestock Tags to Boost Cattle Traceability in Pará
by Editor | Feb 17, 2025 | Livestock

Source: iGrow News JBS has partnered with stakeholders to donate 3 million livestock tags to improve cattle traceability in Pará, Brazil, aiming to track every head of cattle in the state by 2026. Pará, home to Brazil’s second-largest cattle herd, is the focus of this initiative, which seeks to revolutionize livestock management and sustainability. Of the […]
read moreSource: Great American Crop Twenty-three states have joined the Iowa Pork Producers Association in appealing to the Supreme Court to challenge California’s Proposition 12, which regulates nationwide pork farming practices. The appeal follows the Ninth Circuit Court’s dismissal of a lawsuit claiming the law is discriminatory. Proposition 12 bans the sale of pork from farms that do not […]
read moreWeber County Animal Shelter Euthanizes about 20 Dogs Due to Parvo Outbreak
by Editor | Feb 16, 2025 | Companion Animal

Source: KUTV A parvovirus outbreak at the Weber County Animal Shelter in Ogden, Utah, led to the euthanization of about 20 dogs. Shelter officials addressed concerns on Facebook, clarifying that the no-kill shelter had to follow American Veterinary Medical Association protocols for disease control. The outbreak began on January 27, infecting 18 vaccinated dogs. Despite their prior immunization, the shelter was required […]
read moreFear Free® Expands Reach with the Launch of Emergency & Urgent Care Veterinary Practice Certification
by Editor | Feb 15, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Veterinary Practice

Source: Cision PR Web Fear Free® has launched a new Emergency & Urgent Care Practice Certification to ensure low-stress care for pets in critical situations. This program expands the organization’s mission of reducing fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) in animals by equipping emergency and urgent care veterinary teams with specialized training and protocols. Dr. Jennifer Merlo, Vice President […]
read moreFeather in Her Cap Association Names Winners for Outstanding Achievements in Animal Health Industry
by Editor | Feb 15, 2025 | Animal Health Industry

Source: Pet Age The Feather in Her Cap Association celebrated the achievements of women in the Animal Health industry at its eighth annual awards ceremony, honoring leaders for their contributions to Veterinary medicine and innovation. Laurie Hueneke Martens, Associate Vice President at Merck Animal Health, won the 2025 Feather in Her Cap Award for her work in public policy, international […]
read moreAVMA Leaders Discuss How to Strengthen Rural Veterinary Medicine
by Editor | Feb 14, 2025 | Agriculture, Animal Health News, Livestock

Source: AVMA News The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) has urged the AVMA Board of Directors to prioritize resources supporting veterinarians in rural practices. Their goal is to improve recruitment and retention by leveraging data-driven resources, partnering with other professional organizations, and addressing challenges unique to rural Veterinary work. During the AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference in January, delegates highlighted rural veterinarians […]
read moreWhy People Are Naming Bugs, Rats and Cats After Their Exes This Valentine’s Day
by Editor | Feb 14, 2025 | Animal Health Industry

Source: AP News Animal shelters and zoos across the U.S. are offering unique anti-Valentine’s Day fundraisers, allowing people to symbolically get revenge on their exes while supporting a cause. Options include naming feral cats before they are neutered, or naming cockroaches and rodents after former lovers before feeding them to larger animals. One participant, Teri Scott from Washington, […]
read moreRichmond Vet Nurse Creates ‘Animalance RVA’ to Transport Pets in Need
by Editor | Feb 13, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice

Source: CBS 6 News Richmond Veterinary nurse Becky Lacy has launched Animalance RVA, a specialized pet transport service in Richmond to assist pet owners facing mobility or transportation challenges. With over 20 years of experience, Lacy was part of the team that cared for Tommie, the pit bull set on fire in Richmond six years ago. She converted […]
read moreInfectious Parasite Found in Invasive Snail Species, Georgia Department of Natural Resources Says
by Editor | Feb 13, 2025 | Animal Health News

Source: Atlanta News First The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has detected rat lungworm, a dangerous parasite, in invasive apple and mystery snails found in the state. Originally from South America and East Asia, these snails are illegal in Georgia. Rat lungworm typically infects rats but can be transmitted to snails when they ingest the parasite’s larvae. […]
read moreDeadly Virus Spreading in Tenderloin’s Canine Population
by Editor | Feb 12, 2025 | Companion Animal

Source: The San Francisco Standard A deadly outbreak of parvovirus, a highly contagious and often fatal illness in dogs, is spreading in San Francisco’s Tenderloin and SoMa neighborhoods. Cases have surged since 2022, particularly in areas with high numbers of unsheltered homeless residents. However, it is unclear how many affected dogs belong to unhoused individuals. Access to […]
read moreSource: Today’s Veterinary Business Precision oncology is revolutionizing cancer treatment for dogs, offering targeted therapies based on tumor DNA. With nearly six million canine cancer diagnoses annually and only 600 Veterinary oncologists in the U.S., most dogs lack access to specialists. However, precision medicine is becoming available to general veterinarians, allowing them to prescribe personalized, highly effective treatments that […]
read moreNew Veterinary Certificate in Anesthesia and Sedation is Launched
by Editor | Feb 11, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal

Source: dvm 360 A new Veterinary certificate program, Foundations of Anesthesia and Sedation Veterinary Certificate, has been launched to enhance anesthesia competency in U.S. Veterinary practices. Developed by Parnell and IGNITE Veterinary Solutions, the self-paced program includes 10 modules covering topics like sedation, anesthesia machine setup, pharmacology, and patient monitoring. Participants earn 10 RACE-approved continuing education (CE) credits while accessing videos, […]
read moreAmerican Bald Eagles are Having a Moment, Ecologically and Culturally
by Editor | Feb 11, 2025 | Agriculture, Animal Health News

Source: AP News The bald eagle, once an endangered species, has made a remarkable comeback. Once reduced to a single nest in New Jersey in the 1980s, the eagle population has surged to nearly 300 in the state, leading to its removal from endangered lists. The banning of DDT in 1972, along with conservation efforts such […]
read moreHow Vet Schools are Trying to Address the Mental Health Challenges Plaguing Veterinarians
by Editor | Feb 10, 2025 | Students, Veterinary Practice

Source: PBS News Veterinarians face significant mental health challenges, with suicide rates twice as high as the general population. Chelsea Van Thof, a veterinarian, lost her partner and vet school classmate, Peter Tripp, to suicide, highlighting the emotional toll of the profession. Factors such as imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and the inability of animal patients to communicate their […]
read more‘Perfect Rat Storm’: Urban Rodent Numbers Soar as the Climate Heats, Study Finds
by Editor | Feb 10, 2025 | Animal Health News, News

Source: The Guardian Rat populations are surging in major cities globally due to rising temperatures, according to a study published in Science Advances. Researchers analyzed rat sightings and infestation reports from 16 cities, finding significant increases in 11, with Washington DC (390%), San Francisco (300%), Toronto (186%), and New York City (162%) seeing the most dramatic growth. Warming climates allow rats […]
read moreLegislation Supports Murray State Veterinary Medicine School
by Editor | Feb 9, 2025 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry

Source: Radio NWTN Support is growing for the establishment of a School of Veterinary Medicine at Murray State University as Kentucky’s 2025 legislative session progresses. House Bill 153, introduced by State Representative Mary Beth Imes with 20 co-sponsors, seeks to amend state law to allow Murray State to offer Veterinary doctoral degrees. A similar bill will be introduced in the […]
read moreBlue Ridge Beef Recalls Natural Dog Food Across 8 States Over Salmonella Risk
by Editor | Feb 9, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Animal Health News, Companion Animal

Source: CBS News Blue Ridge Beef has recalled 5,700 lbs. of its Natural Mix dog food due to salmonella contamination, affecting products distributed in eight states: Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Tennessee, and Rhode Island. The recall applies to 2 lb. logs packaged in clear plastic, sold between January 3 and January 24, 2025, with lot […]
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