Source: KJRH Federal, state, and local investigators are excavating a Northern California animal rescue in Fortuna after discovering dozens of buried dogs, many identified through microchips, while more than 700 shelter dogs remain unaccounted for. The investigation began when a neighbor found a burial pit containing eight dogs with apparent gunshot wounds. Authorities allege the rescue accepted dogs and […]
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Source: Providence Journal Rhode Island now allows veterinarians to provide telemedicine appointments for pets after Governor Dan McKee signed a new law on June 23. Veterinarians may offer virtual care at their discretion, including for first time patients, and can prescribe many medications remotely. However, controlled substances still require an in person examination. Prescriptions issued through telemedicine are limited […]
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Source: Ag Net West California is facing a growing shortage of food animal veterinarians, creating significant challenges for livestock producers and rural communities. According to the California Farm Bureau, many farmers and ranchers have limited access to veterinarians trained to work with cattle, sheep, goats, swine, and other food-producing animals. These professionals are essential for herd health […]
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Source: Nebraska Public Media Nebraska’s efforts to address a shortage of rural production-animal veterinarians are showing early promise but have progressed slowly. More than a year after launching the Nebraska Production Animal Rural Veterinarian Grant Program, only two of the 13 available $150,000 grants have been awarded. The program incentivizes recent Veterinary graduates and new practitioners to work […]
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Source: KCTV 5 The FIFA Fan Festival Kansas City celebrated its first-ever Dog Day on June 14, giving soccer fans the opportunity to bring their pets to World Cup festivities. The event reopened after severe weather had forced an early closure the previous day and featured a special partnership with Purina, which helped create a pet-friendly experience for attendees. Kansas City has […]
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Source: 5 NBC DFW As thousands of fans attend World Cup matches in North Texas, specially trained “vapor wake” detection dogs are playing a critical role in stadium security. Unlike traditional explosive-detection dogs, vapor wake K-9s can detect trace amounts of explosive materials on people moving through crowded areas, including those carrying explosives in backpacks, purses, or concealed devices. One […]
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Source: Today’s Veterinary Business Despite ongoing economic uncertainty, pet owners continue to prioritize spending on their pets, viewing them as valued family members rather than discretionary expenses. According to Rover’s seventh Cost of Pet Parenthood Report, 92% of pet owners say their pets add significant value to their lives, while 56% would reduce other household expenses before cutting spending on […]
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Source: WGAL 8 The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has issued a quarantine order after cases of the destructive New World screwworm were confirmed in the United States. Although no cases have been found in Pennsylvania, state officials are taking preventive action to protect livestock, pets, wildlife, and the agricultural economy. Effective June 9, the order restricts the movement of […]
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Source: AP News A month-old pony named Mile has become an unusual resident of a fourth-floor apartment in the coastal Croatian town of Rovinj. His owners, Andjelka Josipovic and Kristijan Jelenic, brought him into their small flat after his mother rejected him at birth and he underwent surgery for a life-threatening infection in neighboring Slovenia. Donations from supporters helped […]
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Source: Vet Times A new Veterinary application has been demonstrated for Seracam, a portable hybrid gamma-optical imaging camera originally developed for human medicine. The technology was recently used at the Feline Hyperthyroidism Treatment Centre in Athens, Greece, to perform thyroid scintigraphy on eight cats suspected of having hyperthyroidism. Led by veterinarian Dr. Sossanna Bourmpou, the scans provided detailed images […]
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Source: Feedstuffs The University of Florida has received a $9.5 million estate gift to support research aimed at protecting cattle and other livestock from disease-carrying pests. The donation establishes the Carrie W. Earls Mosquito and Pest Eradication in Beef Cattle Fund, benefiting researchers at the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) and College of Veterinary Medicine. The funding will […]
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Source: MSN Three months after Nebraska’s Cottonwood Fire burned thousands of acres across Lincoln and Dawson counties, ranchers are continuing to experience livestock losses linked to smoke and soot exposure. Goat rancher Wade Craig of Farnam initially believed his herd had survived the fire without major losses, but about a month later animals began dying from complications. Veterinary examinations […]
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Source: USDA The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a directive aimed at expanding livestock grazing on National Forest lands and strengthening support for American ranchers. Announced by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, the policy advances a joint USDA–Department of the Interior grazing initiative designed to restore multiple-use management on federal lands and reduce regulatory barriers affecting livestock producers. The directive […]
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Source: Brownfield Ag News Ohio State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is using mentorship to help address the shortage of large-animal veterinarians in rural communities. Through its Large Animal Rural Veterinary Mentoring Program, students gain firsthand exposure to the realities of rural Veterinary practice, including both clinical work and the business and financial aspects of running a […]
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Source: AVMA As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, the Veterinary profession is reflecting on its own rich history and lasting contributions to society. The article traces the evolution of Veterinary medicine from early advocacy by leaders such as George Washington and Benjamin Rush through the establishment of Veterinary education and professional organizations. The 1862 Morrill Land Grant […]
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Source: Vet Help Direct Price and value are not the same when it comes to Veterinary care. Price refers to the cost of a service, while value includes the quality of care, expertise provided, convenience, facilities, follow-up support, and how well the service meets a pet owner’s needs. Lower-priced Veterinary services are not always the […]
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Source: AVMA New data from the AVMA show that while new equine Veterinarians appear to graduate with less educational debt than their peers, the financial picture is more complex. In 2025, graduates entering equine practice reported average DVM debt of $148,061 compared to $176,391 for other graduates. However, a significant reason for the lower average is that 25.2% of equine graduates […]
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Source: University of Kentucky Researchers at the University of Kentucky’s Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment have secured more than $1.8 million in USDA funding to advance equine health research. The five projects focus on major challenges affecting horse health, reproduction, disease prevention, and performance. Studies include developing new vaccine strategies for equine rotavirus, a leading cause of severe […]
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Source: KETV 7 The Nebraska Humane Society hosted an alumni reunion and fundraiser at Omaha Dog Bar, bringing together dozens of former shelter dogs and their adoptive families for a celebration of successful adoptions. The event gave former shelter pets an opportunity to reunite with Humane Society staff and fellow adopted dogs while showcasing the positive outcomes of […]
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Source: AVMA The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) reported continued improvements in Thoroughbred racing safety, with the fatal injury rate declining 47% since 2009 and falling 3.6% from 2024 to 2025. However, HISA’s 2025 Annual Metrics Report identified several ongoing concerns, including higher fatality rates among 2-year-old horses, increased fatalities near the end of racing seasons, and elevated […]
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