Source: AAHA As more workers transition from remote work back to office settings, many pet owners are noticing behavioral changes in their pets due to disrupted routines. Veterinary teams play a vital role in helping pet owners manage this shift. Amanda Modes, DVM, a veterinary behavior specialist, emphasizes the importance of initiating conversations with clients about […]
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Source: Komo News As of May 17, it is illegal to feed deer, elk, and moose in Washington State under a new rule enacted by the Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW). The regulation aims to prevent the spread of disease by discouraging the unnatural congregation of these animals around feeding areas. It is also unlawful […]
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Source: WCHS Fox 11 In the aftermath of a deadly tornado in southcentral Kentucky, Country Hills Veterinary Hospital in Prestonsburg is stepping up to help pets harmed or displaced by the disaster. Practice Manager Ashleigh Goff explained that many animals were injured or went into hiding during the storm and are now emerging with visible wounds. To support recovery […]
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Source: WSU Insider A new 3D printer donated to Washington State University’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital is transforming how complex orthopedic surgeries are planned and performed. The donation came from Dr. George Ross, an 88-year-old WSU veterinary alumnus with a long history of supporting the university. The advanced printer enables the creation of patient-specific anatomical models from CT scans, […]
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Source: Globe Newswire PetScrub has launched its first PetScrub Pamper Station in Houston, offering a revolutionary, no-appointment-needed dog wash experience for busy pet owners. Located inside Houston Raw Pet Food on Chimney Rock Rd, the station provides a fast, eco-friendly wash and de-shedding service using patented brush systems and gentle atomization, cleaning dogs in just 10 minutes. Described […]
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Source: PR Newswire Dogness (International) Corporation has announced a strategic investment in Dogness Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. (DITC), acquiring a 19.5% equity stake through a share acquisition agreement. In exchange, Dogness will issue Class A common shares and warrants. DITC, founded in 2018, specializes in Internet of Things (IoT) and app-based technologies for the pet industry, focusing […]
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Source: PR Newswire Lamassu Biotech has partnered with The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine to advance RABI-767, a promising new treatment for acute pancreatitis, a life-threatening condition with no current effective therapies in humans or animals. The collaboration will focus on canine clinical trials, using naturally occurring cases in dogs to evaluate dosing strategies and effectiveness. This […]
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Source: Pet Food Industry In honor of National Volunteer Month, over 1,200 employees at Post Consumer Brands participated in the company’s fourth annual “Ingredients for Good” initiative, donating more than 91,000 meals and pet food packs across 18 U.S. and Canadian locations. Volunteers packed 67,000 meals and snack packs for people and over 24,000 pet food packs for […]
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Source: PR Newswire Royal Canin has announced a new sponsorship with Raising the Perfect Pet, a pet care initiative founded by AKC Breeder of Merit Ari Katz in collaboration with lifestyle icon Martha Stewart. The partnership aims to simplify pet ownership by offering expert-backed guidance on nutrition, training, and overall wellness. Stewart, a lifelong animal lover, brings personal experience in […]
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Source: St. Peter Herald On May 6, Veterinary Pharmaceutical Solutions (VPS) celebrated its 30th anniversary and unveiled a major 8,400-square-foot expansion of its St. Peter facility. The ribbon-cutting ceremony marked the near-doubling of VPS’s building at 2008 Sunrise Drive, adding new compound bays, warehouse space, and R&D facilities to support the company’s growing line of livestock […]
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Source: National Milk Producers Federation The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) praised the House Agriculture Committee’s reconciliation proposal for including key provisions that support the dairy industry and broader agricultural economy. NMPF President and CEO Gregg Doud commended Chairman GT Thompson and committee members for advancing measures that offer stability and opportunity for dairy farmers. The proposal extends the Dairy Margin Coverage program through 2031 […]
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Source: National Hog Farmer At a U.S. House Appropriations Committee hearing on the USDA budget, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins criticized California’s Proposition 12, calling it “unsustainable” due to its significant impact beyond state borders. Prop 12 requires stricter animal housing standards for pork sold in California, affecting producers nationwide. Rollins emphasized the need for a federal approach to prevent a […]
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Source: Governor of Ohio Ohio Governor Mike DeWine celebrated the grand opening of Royal Canin’s new $450 million manufacturing facility in Lewisburg, a major investment that will create up to 270 full-time jobs over the next five years. A division of Mars, Incorporated, Royal Canin produces science-based pet nutrition for cats and dogs. The state-of-the-art facility will be […]
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Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced it will expand unannounced inspections at foreign manufacturing facilities that produce food, essential medicines, and medical products for the U.S. market. This move aims to eliminate the double standard that has allowed foreign firms to receive advance notice while U.S. manufacturers undergo […]
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Source: Your Pets Wellbeing Cats are highly intuitive animals that can sense human emotions by observing changes in body language, tone of voice, and routines. While they may not fully understand emotions like humans, many cats respond to sadness or illness by becoming more affectionate, quiet, or attentive. This behavior stems from their awareness of […]
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Source: Texas A&M University & Biomedical Sciences The Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences celebrated the graduation of its first VPHE-DVM cohort—four students earning both a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) and a Master of Science in Veterinary Public Health & Epidemiology (VPHE). Launched in 2021, the program addresses the growing demand for […]
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Source: Morning Ag Clips Clemson University researchers are advancing poultry farming by studying natural alternatives to antibiotics, aiming to meet rising consumer demand for antibiotic-free chicken while keeping flocks healthy. The poultry industry contributes $2.5 billion to South Carolina’s economy, but diseases like necrotic enteritis (NE) remain costly. Traditionally treated with antibiotics, NE may now be managed using […]
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Source: CNBC Amazon has expanded its healthcare services by partnering with online pet pharmacy Vetsource to offer prescription medications for dogs and cats through its U.S. website. Pet owners can now order hundreds of commonly prescribed treatments, including flea, tick, and chronic condition medications. Prescriptions must be approved by a veterinarian, and Vetsource will handle dispensing and delivery, […]
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Source: AVMA While dogs and cats dominate U.S. pet ownership, many households also care for birds, fish, reptiles, rabbits, and other less common species—representing a significant opportunity for Veterinary practices. According to the AVMA Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook, fish are the third most common pets after dogs and cats, followed by reptiles and birds. Though […]
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Source: Science.org Finalists for the $100,000 Dolittle Prize are breaking ground in AI-powered interspecies communication, exploring how animals—from dolphins to cuttlefish—may be engaging in meaningful exchanges. The winning project focused on dolphins’ shared, learned whistles, which may act like words or warnings. Other teams are decoding the gestures of cuttlefish, the pitch-perfect replies of nightingales, and […]
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