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Source: AVMA  In April 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a rule banning most noncompete agreements, which has already faced legal challenges. To assist Veterinary professionals in understanding this new regulation, the AVMA has released a resource titled “What you need to know about the FTC’s banning of noncompete agreements.” This guide offers comprehensive […]

Source: dvm 360 Colorado public health officials have announced the first human case of tularemia in Wheat Ridge this year. Tularemia, caused by Francisella tularensis, primarily affects wildlife such as rodents, rabbits, and hares, with occasional human transmission through insect bites, contact with infected animals, contaminated food or water, or inhalation of contaminated dust. Symptoms […]

Source: dvm 360 The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Council on Education (COE) has announced its site visit schedule for 2024, covering 11 Veterinary schools including Cornell, Washington State, and Chamberlain University. These visits ensure compliance with AVMA COE accreditation standards, which guarantee quality Veterinary education and preparation for professional practice. Scheduled comprehensive visits include […]

Source: Science  Wolves use subtle facial cues to communicate intentions, preventing conflicts and maintaining pack cohesion, according to a study in Animal Behaviour. Researchers, including Veronica Maglieri, observed captive gray, arctic, and Canadian wolves, identifying individual wolves and recording 379 interactions over 135 hours. They found that wolves exhibit five distinct facial expressions to convey […]

Source: Texas A&M Today  SiiPet has launched its innovative pet behavior analysis camera on Indiegogo, featuring 4K quality and smooth tracking capabilities. This groundbreaking camera is the first to accurately identify and monitor multiple pets, using proprietary algorithms to analyze behaviors, which are categorized as abnormal, routine, or highlighted. The system provides real-time alerts for […]

Source: Verdict  Researchers at the University of Michigan have developed an AI tool to decode dog barks and bridge the communication gap between humans and dogs. By creating a database of sounds from 74 dogs in various situations, they trained a machine learning model, Wav2Vec2, to interpret canine moods with 70% accuracy, identifying context, breed, […]

Source: AsiaOne SiiPet has launched its innovative pet behavior analysis camera on Indiegogo, featuring 4K quality and smooth tracking capabilities. This groundbreaking camera is the first to accurately identify and monitor multiple pets, using proprietary algorithms to analyze behaviors, which are categorized as abnormal, routine, or highlighted. The system provides real-time alerts for abnormal behaviors […]

Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce  The pet industry boomed in 2023, contributing $303 billion to the economy, a 16% increase from 2022. Key trends driving this growth include eco-friendly products, with biodegradable toys and organic food becoming popular. The “humanization” of pet products sees pets enjoying human-like care and nutrition. Smart pet technology, such as […]

Source: Super Talk Mississippi Media  The Mississippi Aquarium is celebrating Shark Week with a series of educational and engaging events. Throughout the week, the aquarium in Gulfport offers social media educational posts and on-campus activities such as photo opportunities in the shark room and a shark-themed scavenger hunt. The weekend features the annual Shark Weekend […]

Source: UConn Today  Mary Anne Amalaradjou, an associate professor at the College of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources, discovered that spraying eggs with probiotics enhances chick hatchability and health, improving both embryonic development and post-hatch growth. Published in Poultry Science, her method boosts hatch rates by about 5% without using antibiotics, countering antibiotic resistance. Her […]

Source: dvm 360  To become the go-to Veterinary clinic, exceptional patient care is vital but not sufficient. Building a respected practice involves several key elements. First, having a strong mission and culture is essential. A mission guides strategic decisions and creates organizational alignment, while culture influences behavior, hiring, training, and firing. At the Drake Center, […]

Source: dvm 360  Paw Prosper, a pet health company, has launched two scholarships to support veterinary students and professionals: the Paw Prosper Student of Veterinary Medicine Scholarship and the Paw Prosper Continuing Education Scholarship. These scholarships aim to provide financial assistance and motivation to individuals committed to animal health and welfare. CEO Ryan DeCaire emphasized […]

Source: dvm 360  The rise in demand for telemedicine has led to the enactment of the Providing Equity in Telehealth Services (PETS) Act (House Bill 849) in Florida. Effective July 1, 2024, this bill authorizes veterinarians to practice telehealth, allowing for online Veterinary-client-patient relationships (VCPR), diagnoses, treatments, and prescriptions. Sponsored by Senator Jennifer Bradley and […]

Source: dvm 360  The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) House of Delegates recently updated the Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics (PVME) during the 2024 AVMA Convention in Austin, Texas. The revised PVME emphasizes three core principles: stewardship, integrity, and respect. These principles guide veterinarians to alleviate suffering, promote health, be honest, and demonstrate respect toward […]

Source: Frontiers  Non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) can cause non-specific reactions to bovine tuberculosis (bTB) tests, complicating eradication efforts. In Spain, 373 NTM isolates from skin test-positive cattle in tuberculosis-free (OTF) herds were identified using PCR and Sanger sequencing. Of the 308 isolates reliably identified, 32 mycobacterial species were found. The most common were M. avium subsp. […]

Source: dvm 360 Natural and manmade disasters can severely impact veterinary hospitals, patients, and clients. To ensure preparedness, Veterinary hospitals and shelters should develop and annually update a written emergency plan and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for disasters. Staff and volunteers must be familiar with these plans to manage crises effectively. Coordination with local authorities […]