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Source: Pet Age  Only An Ocean has launched Poochie-Post, a novel pet gifting concept: edible, bacon-scented greeting cards tailored for dogs. These unique cards allow pet parents to send heartfelt messages to their furry companions through mail. Dogs can also engage with each other using cards like “How to Train Your Human.” Designed with vegan, […]

Source: Pet Age  Dogtopia, a leading dog wellness franchise, celebrated a major achievement as its U.S. Dogtopia Foundation surpassed sponsoring 500 service dogs for veterans. This milestone highlights Dogtopia’s commitment to supporting veterans, having raised over $3 million through its daycares. Recently, the Foundation collaborated with institutions like The University of Arizona and K9s For […]

Source: 3 News  Veterinarians in Las Vegas are urging pet owners to give their dogs and cats heartworm preventive medicine due to a significant rise in mosquito activity, which can be deadly for pets. The Southern Nevada Health District reported an early season peak in mosquito activity, with over 20,000 mosquitoes tested and more than […]

Source: Futurity  A new study reveals that patients with schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders are three times more likely to have Bartonella DNA in their blood than those without these disorders, suggesting a possible link between vector-borne pathogens and mental illness. Bartonella, typically transmitted by fleas, lice, and ticks, includes species like Bartonella henselae, known […]

Source: ABC 4 News  A hound dog named Twiggy is recovering after veterinarians at the Charleston Animal Society discovered and removed three-foot-long kidney worms during a spay-neuter surgery. Twiggy, found on Johns Island, was suffering from Dioctophyme renale, or giant kidney worms, typically found in mustelids like minks. Senior Veterinarian Dr. Margie Morris was shocked […]

Source: Vet Together Press Release  Vet Together, an innovative business development conference, will be held Nov. 18-20 at the Durango Casino & Resort in Las Vegas, bringing together representatives from top animal hospitals and Veterinary vendors. Unlike traditional trade shows, Vet Together introduces the Hosted Hospital model, covering travel and accommodations for attending hospitals with […]

Source: MedPage Today  The FDA has issued a warning letter to Safari Stem Cell, a Texas-based company producing stem cell and platelet-rich plasma products for pets. The agency noted that Safari Stem Cell claims its products can treat various animal diseases, including arthritis and kidney disease, without proper FDA approval. The company’s products, derived from […]

Source: JDSUPRA  Pennsylvania law currently treats pets as inanimate property during divorce proceedings, similar to furniture. House Bill No. 1108, introduced on May 5, 2023, aims to change this by defining pets as “companion animals,” a special category of personal property. The bill allows courts to decide pet custody based on several factors, including when […]

Source: The Guardian  The Jeremy Coller Foundation and Tel Aviv University have launched the Coller Dolittle Challenge, offering a $10 million prize for achieving interspecies two-way communication. AI is not required but could enhance proposals. The challenge draws inspiration from successful machine-learning algorithms that have translated bat and rodent communication. The Earth Species Project is […]

Source: University of Arizona News  Retired Command Sgt. Maj. Gretchen Evans, who lost her hearing and sustained a traumatic brain injury in Afghanistan, struggled to adapt to civilian life. A service dog named Aura helped her regain confidence and independence. University of Arizona researchers have found that service dogs significantly reduce PTSD symptoms in veterans, […]

Source: AVMA News  Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming various fields, including Veterinary medicine. At the forefront, Johns Hopkins University’s Smart Tissue Autonomous Robot (STAR) successfully performed laparoscopic surgery on pigs, demonstrating AI’s potential in healthcare. Veterinarians are increasingly adopting AI tools, particularly for diagnostic imaging and medical record management. A survey by Digitail and […]

Source: 5280 The Dumb Friends League’s (DFL) animal clinic at Colorado State University’s SPUR Campus allows the public to observe surgeries on pets, aiming to inspire future veterinarians amid a critical shortage in Colorado. A CSU survey revealed that 67% of Veterinary professionals regularly turn away patients due to high demand. Veterinary schooling is costly, […]

Source: AVMA The American Board of Veterinary Specialties (ABVS) has received a proposal to establish a “clinical wildlife practice” specialty under the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners. Public comments on the proposal are invited until July 31, 2024, to assess its distinctiveness and public need. Clinical Wildlife Practice (CWP) focuses on wildlife in temporary captivity […]

Source: The Herald-Zeitung  As summer heat intensifies in New Braunfels, pet owners are increasingly vigilant about heatstroke signs in dogs. Charlotte Dawson, medical director at Chisholm Trail Veterinary Clinic, highlights key symptoms like excessive panting, drooling, red gums, vomiting, and diarrhea. Immediate Veterinary attention is advised if symptoms persist beyond 5-10 minutes of cooling. Contrary […]

Source: WDBJ7  Dr. Charlie Broaddus, Virginia’s state veterinarian, assures consumers that diseased birds do not enter the food supply amidst growing concerns over Avian Flu. He emphasizes the rigorous inspection process for poultry, ensuring only birds that test negative for influenza proceed to processing plants. While non-commercial chicken owners face a slightly higher risk, fully […]

Source: PR Newswire  Sploot Veterinary Care and GlobalVetLink have announced a partnership to integrate the GVL Compliance Assistant into Sploot’s operations, enhancing their service offerings with comprehensive pet travel solutions. This collaboration aims to streamline the process of meeting travel requirements for pets, simplifying domestic and international travel preparations. Gil Bolotin, co-founder and co-CEO of […]

Source: Brownfield  University of Missouri livestock economist Scott Brown states that the latest USDA Cattle on Feed report shows the herd size remains stagnant, and beef cow slaughter has slowed, suggesting no significant herd growth. This trend could lead to higher beef prices. Brown advises producers to implement risk management strategies promptly, noting how rapidly […]

Source: BusinessWire  Independence Pet Holdings, Inc. (IPH), a leading pet insurance provider, has acquired a majority interest in Spot Pet Insurance, expanding their partnership that began in 2022. Spot offers insurance plans for dogs and cats in the U.S. and Canada, with IPH managing Spot’s underwriting, customer service, and claims activities. Founded in 2021, IPH […]

Source: Reuters The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will allow bulk milk testing for bird flu from dairy herds, instead of individual cow tests, to facilitate interstate shipping and expand testing. This change aims to balance controlling the disease and minimizing the economic impact after bird flu spread to cows and dairy workers. Bulk testing, […]