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Source: K8 News  Jonesboro Animal Services, typically rescuing cats and dogs, recently rescued a bearded dragon found wandering near a local business on Gee Street. Officer Traci Troutman responded to the unusual call, noting that such rescues are rare but exciting. The reptile, possibly released or accidentally escaped, was temporarily named “David” by the animal […]

Source: Interesting Engineering  The decision to undergo knee replacement surgery is challenging for pet owners, given the financial burden and potential severe outcomes if the surgery fails. In the U.S., determining the best treatment for pets’ knee injuries is a common dilemma. To address this, five seniors from Texas A&M University’s Biomedical Engineering Department are […]

Source: Cornell Chronicle  A study on horses has revealed that 42% of miscarriages and spontaneous abortions in the first two months of pregnancy are due to triploidy, a condition involving an extra set of chromosomes. This finding is significant as it aligns with similar chromosomal error patterns in human pregnancies. The research, led by Mandi […]

Source: WAFB 9  As temperatures soar into the triple digits, pet owners in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, are urged to monitor their pets closely to prevent heat stroke. The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine’s emergency team treated six overheated pets in one week, highlighting the danger. Communications manager Ginger Guttner emphasizes that if it’s too hot […]

Source: WBKO Kentucky is experiencing a rapid spread of parvovirus (Parvo), a deadly virus affecting dogs, with the state ranking fifth in the U.S. for the number of cases. Parvo targets the canine intestinal tract and, in severe cases, the heart, causing symptoms such as dehydration, bloating, fever, loss of appetite, and bloody diarrhea. The […]

Source: PR Newswire  The ASPCA has launched the latest ASPCA Supermarket Scorecard, ranking U.S. grocery retailers on farm animal welfare. This initiative is part of the ASPCA’s Shop with Your Heart® program, aimed at improving the lives of animals raised for food. The second annual scorecard evaluates supermarkets on eliminating inhumane farming practices from their […]

Source: Yahoo! Finance  Western University of Health Sciences has appointed John Tegzes, MA, VMD, Dipl. ABVT, as Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, effective July 15, 2024. Dr. Tegzes, with over 30 years of experience in clinical practice, academia, research, and leadership, joined WesternU in 2003 as an Associate Professor of Toxicology. He has […]

Source: UF Health  A new study by Jennifer Applebaum, Ph.D., at the University of Florida finds that while housing policies are becoming more pet-inclusive, housing insecurity is worsening. The study, published in Frontiers in Veterinary Medicine, analyzed 2019-2023 data from Human-Animal Support Services, revealing a rise in animals entering shelters due to housing loss, while […]

Source: AP News  Since July 26, sea lions have been stranding themselves along 155 miles of California coastline in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, showing signs of domoic acid poisoning, a neurotoxin affecting their brain and heart. The Channel Islands Marine & Wildlife Institute reports an influx of daily calls about sick sea lions, primarily […]

Source: Purdue University  Dogs serve in various roles, including search and rescue, medical diagnosis, and emotional support. They are also instrumental in cancer research. A recent study led by Purdue veterinarian Dr. Deborah Knapp explored the link between cigarette smoke exposure and bladder cancer in Scottish terriers. The study followed 120 Scotties over three years, […]

Source: Arkansas State University  Work towards the future College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Arkansas State University (A-State) is progressing, with the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) Council on Education recently conducting a consultative visit. Dr. Heidi Banse, the new dean of CVM, reported that the visit involved a review of facilities, policies, procedures, and […]

Source: Virginia Tech News  Virginia Tech faculty members Carla Savage and Sophie Wenzel, as 2024 Global Opportunity Initiative fellows, spent two weeks in Ethiopia to forge partnerships and conduct impactful global research. Their journey took them from Addis Ababa to Jimma University, focusing on community-engaged research addressing food insecurity and health challenges. Inspired by a […]

Source: Veterinary Practice News  The FTC has banned noncompete clauses across various industries, including Veterinary services, effective May 7, 2024. This change, long practiced in states like California, aims to boost employee mobility, economic growth, and innovation. For veterinarians, this means greater job flexibility, the ability to switch employers or start their own practices without […]

Source: Purdue University  Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine unveiled a vibrant mural titled “Bonding through Life,” celebrating the human-animal bond. Commissioned by Dean Willie Reed and painted by artist Tia Richardson, the mural decorates the hallway connecting Lynn Hall with the new David and Bonnie Brunner Small Animal Hospital. Dedicated on April 26, 2024, […]

Source: City News Everywhere  Starting this fall, the Atlantic Veterinary College at the University of Prince Edward Island will reserve eight additional seats for first-year Nova Scotians, increasing the total from 16 to 24. This expansion aims to address the need for more veterinarians in Nova Scotia. Advanced Education Minister Brian Wong highlighted the longstanding […]

Source: Cortaca Today  Cornell University’s Animal Health Diagnostic Center (AHDC) and the New York State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory have received a $19.5 million funding award from the state to expand their space and operations. The AHDC, part of Cornell’s College of Veterinary Medicine, is a leading diagnostic lab conducting hundreds of thousands of tests annually, […]

Source: OSU News  The Innovation Foundation at Oklahoma State University (OSU) has launched the One Health Innovation Lab within the Venture One Health building at Innovation Park. This state-of-the-art facility aims to advance OSU’s One Health initiative, building interdisciplinary research at the intersection of human, animal, and environmental health. Elizabeth Pollard, CEO of The Innovation […]

Source: Daily Mail  The belief that goldfish have a three-second memory is a myth. Professor Culum Brown of Macquarie University, an expert in fish cognition, argues that goldfish, like many fish, have excellent memories. In experiments, rainbow fish remembered a path through a simulated trawl net for up to a year. This contradicts the widespread […]

Source: AM NY  Chef Jonathan Waxman at Jams at 1 Hotel Central Park has introduced a pet-friendly brunch menu, “Dog Days of Summer,” perfect for pet owners looking for a new brunch spot. Available only on Saturdays and Sundays from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., the menu offers three main meals for dogs: salmon with […]

Source: dvm360 The FDA has approved a 3-year expiration date for ropinirole ophthalmic solution (Clevor; Vetoquinol) when stored in its original packaging, extending its previous expiration by 12 months. This solution, indicated to induce vomiting in dogs, is the first and only FDA-approved product for this purpose. It is administered via eye drops, providing a […]