Source: USDA Traveling with pets from the United States to Mexico has become easier for dog and cat owners, as Mexico no longer requires a health certificate for these animals. Instead, dogs and cats are inspected by Mexican authorities (SENASICA) upon arrival. However, pet owners should carefully review current entry requirements, as regulations can change without notice. USDA-accredited […]
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Source: The Conversation A new review of more than 400 studies found that cats allowed to roam outdoors are significantly more likely to carry pathogens that can infect humans than indoor-only cats. Researchers identified nearly 100 zoonotic pathogens in cats, including rabies, toxoplasmosis, roundworms, and Salmonella. Outdoor pet cats were found to have three to […]
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Source: NBC News The Nashville Zoo is leading opposition to a proposed 69,000-square-foot data center that would be built adjacent to the zoo, citing concerns about the potential impact on animal welfare. Zoo officials worry that noise, artificial light, and mechanical vibrations from the facility could disrupt sensitive species, particularly clouded leopards involved in conservation […]
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Source: WCJB Officials from Disney Parks recently recognized veterinarians from University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine for their role in performing a rare and complex cataract surgery on Kendi, a 27-year-old white rhinoceros at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The procedure involved removing a cataract from Kendi’s eye, an uncommon operation in rhinoceroses that required specialized […]
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Source: Rocket City Now Veterinary clinics across North Alabama came together to protect animals during severe flash flooding caused by a storm system that dropped 3 to 7 inches of rain across Madison County. As rising waters threatened the Winchester Road Animal Hospital near Huntsville, staff quickly organized an emergency evacuation of seven boarded pets. […]
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Source: STAT News The high rate of obesity among American horses mirrors the human obesity epidemic and highlights how both may stem from environmental and dietary factors rather than individual choices. According to research, 51% of mature light-breed horses in the United States are obese, making the country one of the world’s leaders in equine […]
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Source: WYFF The South Carolina Department of Public Health has confirmed two new rabies cases involving a skunk in Greenwood County and a raccoon in Orangeburg County. Both animals tested positive for rabies on June 4. While no human exposures have been reported, a dog in each case was exposed and will be quarantined in […]
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Source: Louisiana Illuminator Louisiana has imposed new restrictions on animals entering the state following the confirmation of five New World screwworm cases in the United States. The flesh-eating parasite, which lays eggs in wounds and body openings of warm-blooded animals, can cause severe infections and death if untreated. While livestock are most vulnerable, wildlife and […]
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Source: The Focal Points As New World screwworm (NWS) cases continue to spread in Texas and New Mexico, ivermectin is emerging as a potentially important tool for prevention and treatment. The USDA confirmed the first U.S. case in decades on June 3, 2026, and additional cases have since been reported in livestock and pets. Unlike […]
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Source: AP News New World screwworm cases continue to increase in the United States, with three additional infections confirmed in Texas and New Mexico. The pest, a flesh-eating fly larva that infests open wounds in animals, poses a serious threat to cattle, wildlife, pets, and occasionally humans. There are now five confirmed cases: three calves […]
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Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration The FDA has issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Ivomec (ivermectin) injectable solution to help prevent infestations caused by New World screwworm (NWS) larvae in cattle. Based on available scientific evidence, the agency determined that Ivomec may be effective when administered within 24 hours of birth, at the […]
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Source: Tri-State Livestock News Dr. Danielle “Doc” Flowers has built a unique career that combines veterinary medicine and western-inspired art in rural Wyoming. A lifelong animal lover who knew she wanted to be a veterinarian from childhood, Flowers now practices mixed-animal medicine in the Cody and Meeteetse region, caring for pets, horses, cattle, and other livestock vital […]
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Source: Iowa Capital Dispatch Congress is debating whether to roll back state animal welfare laws through the proposed Save Our Bacon Act, included in current farm bill negotiations. The measure would limit states’ ability to regulate livestock production practices and directly targets laws such as California’s Proposition 12, which requires minimum space standards and freedom of movement […]
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Source: Apple Valley News A new 24/7 microchip scanning station outside the West Richland Police Department in Washington successfully reunited a lost dog named Shabu with his family within a day of its installation. The weatherproof station allows residents who find lost pets to scan for microchips and quickly contact owners without waiting for animal control or shelter staff. […]
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Source: Reuters Hungary has confirmed its first-ever case of African swine fever (ASF) in domestic pigs, prompting authorities to order the culling of approximately 3,000 pigs at a farm in the eastern village of Vallaj. ASF is a highly contagious and often fatal viral disease affecting pigs, though it poses no risk to humans. Hungarian officials have launched an epidemiological investigation […]
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Source: KTVZ With the Fourth of July approaching, veterinarians are encouraging pet owners to prepare early for fireworks-related anxiety. If a pet has shown fear during recent thunderstorms, it may also react negatively to fireworks. Because Veterinary appointments and anxiety-related prescriptions can take time to obtain, experts recommend planning ahead. Dr. Byron Maas of Bend Veterinary Clinic advises […]
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Source: HABRI A pilot study funded through the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) is exploring whether therapy dog visits can reduce loneliness and improve mental health among hospitalized psychiatric patients. Led by Nancy R. Gee, PhD, at Virginia Commonwealth University, the study responds to growing concerns about loneliness, which is linked to serious health risks and affects […]
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Source: USA Today The loss of a beloved pet can be deeply painful, sometimes rivaling the grief felt after losing a family member or close friend. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recommends six key ways to cope with pet loss. First, acknowledge the reality of your pet’s death and allow yourself time to adjust. Second, embrace […]
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Source: DVM 360 The USDA has confirmed the first U.S. case of New World screwworm (NWS) in decades, identifying larvae in a 3-week-old calf in Zavala County, Texas. NWS is a serious, reportable foreign animal disease whose larvae feed on living tissue, threatening livestock, pets, wildlife, and occasionally humans. Veterinarians and producers are being urged to inspect animals for suspicious […]
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Source: Associated Press A unique animal-assisted therapy program at a psychiatric hospital near Paris is helping patients with mental health conditions improve emotional well-being through interactions with donkeys. Established in 2016 and officially recognized as a healthcare unit since 2022, the program allows patients to walk, groom, and care for therapy donkeys as part of […]
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