Source: The Horse Researchers are exploring natural and high-tech alternatives to antibiotics in horses to combat rising antimicrobial resistance and protect global health. While antibiotics remain lifesaving, their overuse can disrupt the microbiome and drive resistant bacteria. Because wounds are easily accessible, many alternatives target local infections. Studies show that medical-grade honey, garlic, ginger, and […]
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Source: Pork Business Oklahoma State University has launched the OSU Agriculture Animal Excellence initiative to strengthen teaching, research, and Extension programs that improve livestock health and sustainability. Central to the effort is the new Beef Center of Excellence, a cross-disciplinary hub uniting experts across the beef supply chain to drive innovation, profitability, and sustainable production. Supported by an advisory […]
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Source: Feedstuffs Tyson Foods’ permanent closure of its Lexington, Nebraska, beef plant marks a structural shift in the U.S. beef packing industry rather than a temporary disruption. The plant, which processes nearly 5,000 cattle per day, is closing amid historically tight cattle supplies, high cattle prices, and low plant capacity utilization. Markets reacted sharply, with cattle futures […]
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Source: University of Colorado Anschutz Researchers at the University of Colorado Cancer Center are investigating a new strategy to prevent osteosarcoma from spreading to the lungs, the most common and deadly site of metastasis. Veterinary oncologist Dan Regan, DVM, has received a long-term NIH R37 MERIT Award to study a novel drug combination targeting the lung “metastatic niche.” Working with medical oncologist Breelyn […]
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Source: Canadian Food Inspection Agency Canada and the United Kingdom have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to improve regulatory efficiency for Veterinary biologics, including animal vaccines. The agreement was announced jointly by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) and the UK’s Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). It aims to strengthen collaboration in the oversight and approval of animal vaccines, recognizing their importance to […]
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Source: GlobeNewswire The AKC Canine Health Foundation announced Dr. Lisa Freeman of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University as the recipient of the inaugural 2025 Canine Health Discovery of the Year Award. A Veterinary nutritionist and professor, Dr. Freeman was honored for her groundbreaking research into diet-associated dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), a serious and often fatal heart disease affecting […]
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Source: Thoroughbred Daily News Colorado will introduce a new Veterinary workforce role, Veterinary professional associates (VPAs), when House Bill 25-1285 takes effect on January 1, 2026. The law follows voter approval of Proposition 129 in November 2024 and formally establishes VPAs within the state’s Veterinary system. Under the legislation, VPAs may practice Veterinary medicine only under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian, […]
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Source: KJCT 8 Colorado will introduce a new Veterinary workforce role, Veterinary professional associates (VPAs), when House Bill 25-1285 takes effect on January 1, 2026. The law follows voter approval of Proposition 129 in November 2024 and formally establishes VPAs within the state’s Veterinary system. Under the legislation, VPAs may practice Veterinary medicine only under the supervision of a licensed veterinarian, with […]
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Source: DVM 360 Dechra announced FDA approval of Emeprev, a maropitant citrate injectable solution for the prevention and treatment of vomiting in dogs and cats. With this approval, Dechra becomes the first to offer an FDA-approved bioequivalent injectable alternative to the most widely used Veterinary antiemetic. Emeprev is approved for acute vomiting in dogs and for vomiting […]
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Source: DVM 360 Dechra announced FDA approval of Emeprev, a maropitant citrate injectable solution for the prevention and treatment of vomiting in dogs and cats. With this approval, Dechra becomes the first to offer an FDA-approved bioequivalent injectable alternative to the most widely used Veterinary antiemetic. Emeprev is approved for acute vomiting in dogs and for vomiting […]
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Source: DVM 360 Dechra announced FDA approval of Emeprev, a maropitant citrate injectable solution for the prevention and treatment of vomiting in dogs and cats. With this approval, Dechra becomes the first to offer an FDA-approved bioequivalent injectable alternative to the most widely used Veterinary antiemetic. Emeprev is approved for acute vomiting in dogs and for vomiting […]
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Source: Merck Animal Health Merck Animal Health announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted conditional approval for EXZOLT™ CATTLE-CA1, a first-in-class topical parasiticide for cattle. The product, containing fluralaner, is the only conditionally approved treatment for both the prevention and treatment of New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) larvae and for the treatment and control of cattle fever […]
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Source: UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine has adopted ScribbleVet, an AI-powered Veterinary scribe, for use across its clinical facilities, integrating the technology into both patient care and Veterinary education. Chosen for its accuracy, ease of use, and efficiency, ScribbleVet streamlines medical documentation by automatically generating SOAP notes during recorded appointments, […]
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Source: Feline VMA The 2025 Transportation of Cats in Motor Vehicles Position Statement from the Feline Veterinary Medical Association (FelineVMA) emphasizes the importance of safe transport and reducing stress for cats during car travel. Veterinary visits are the most common reason cats leave their homes, yet transport-related stress and negative clinic experiences are major factors preventing caregivers from seeking […]
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Source: Pets Plus Magazine Wynwood Dog Food Co. announced plans to open a new 13,000-square-foot production facility in Miami’s Allapattah neighborhood, marking a major step toward national expansion. Set to open in early 2027, the factory will significantly increase production capacity from the company’s current 3,000-square-foot site, enabling up to $30 million in annual fresh food output. […]
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Source: Elanco Elanco Animal Health announced full USDA approval of its Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody (CPMA), now branded as Trutect™, the first and only approved treatment for deadly canine parvovirus. Initially conditionally approved in May 2023, the treatment has already helped save thousands of puppies nationwide. Real-world data show a 93% survival rate among treated puppies, shorter hospital stays by […]
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Source: DVM 360 U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved Emeprev, a maropitant citrate injectable solution from Dechra, for the prevention and treatment of vomiting in dogs and cats. Emeprev is the first FDA-approved bioequivalent injectable alternative to the most widely used veterinary antiemetic, offering comparable efficacy with a different preservative. Unlike the pioneer product, Emeprev contains benzyl […]
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Source: Pet Food Industry RAWZ Natural Pet Food has donated 3,146 cases of canned cat food (more than 25,900 pounds valued at over $240,000) to support animal shelters in Oklahoma. The donation was made through a partnership with Greater Good Charities, which distributed the food to Two Legs Four Paws, an organization that assists more than 60 animal […]
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Source: Pet Food Industry The Purina Foundation awarded $1.165 million in grants to 27 nonprofit organizations across the United States in 2025, continuing its long-standing mission to support pets, people and communities. Founded in 1951 by William H. Danforth, the foundation prioritizes strengthening the human–animal bond in the 25 U.S. cities where Nestlé Purina PetCare operates. In 2025, major funding focused on […]
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Source: KING 5 A Tacoma man’s routine walk with his dog turned tragic when the pet died suddenly, likely from a fentanyl overdose. Kenneth Gentili was at Owen Beach in Point Defiance Park when his small dog ate something under a bench in the children’s play area. Within minutes, the dog began foaming at the mouth, collapsed, […]
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