Source: National Hog Farmer Quebec-based organic pork producer duBreton is urging food certification bodies to take a firm stance against gene-edited pork, citing consumer demand for transparency. The company, which operates four plants in North America, argues that without enforceable standards and clear labeling, shoppers cannot be confident their pork is free from genetic modification. A survey […]
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Source: The Fence Post Lallemand Animal Nutrition has launched its 11th annual Scholarship Program, supporting students pursuing agriculture, Veterinary medicine, and related fields. Since its inception, the initiative has awarded nearly $140,000 to 50 students across North America, fostering future leaders in animal health and nutrition. For past recipients like Sydney Wyman, an Animal Science student at Morehead State […]
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Source: EurekAlert A study published in ImmunoHorizons highlights how analyzing immune system markers in dogs could transform Veterinary care through personalized diagnostics and treatments. Led by Dr. Ravi Sachidanandam with the Waltham Research Institute, researchers examined T cell receptors (TCRs)—key components of adaptive immunity—in four breeds: Beagles, Labrador Retrievers, Norfolk Terriers, and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens. They discovered that TCR […]
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Source: NJ.com New Jersey has officially opened its first Veterinary school, the Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine at Rowan University, ending the need for aspiring vets to leave the state for training. The inaugural class of 75 students—over half from New Jersey—will begin a four-year program, with in-state tuition set at $37,500 per year and out-of-state […]
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Source: The Ohio State University Ohio State University researchers Dr. Thomas Cherpes and Dr. Rodolfo Vicetti Miguel have received an Ohio State Accelerator Award for their project developing a novel peptide that accelerates wound repair. Supported by the College of Veterinary Medicine’s CANSL program and equine research funding, their peptide was first shown to enhance healing in mice, then validated […]
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Source: USDA The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is launching a no-cost program to provide radio frequency identification (RFID) eartags to swine producers, aiming to improve disease response speed and accuracy. Through a $20 million, five-year contract with Merck Animal Health, RFID tags will be shipped directly from the manufacturer to producers, reducing delays. Eligible groups include […]
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Source: Feedstuffs A North Carolina State University study tested a new truck rerouting system to reduce disease transmission between pig farms. Traditionally, trucks transporting feed and livestock follow fixed weekly schedules, but researchers modeled alternative routing based on farm infection status, vehicle use, and cleaning records. Using data from 1,609 swine farms and GPS tracking, the model […]
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Source: MSN Manitoba is preparing an emergency response plan to address the potential threat of African swine fever (ASF), a highly contagious pig disease that has devastated herds across Asia, Europe, and Africa. While ASF poses no risk to humans, an outbreak in Canada could require the mass culling of pigs and trigger immediate border closures, costing […]
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Source: Trib Live Medetomidine, a powerful Veterinary sedative, is rapidly spreading through Western Pennsylvania’s illicit drug supply, often mixed with heroin or fentanyl under the street name “flysky.” Unlike opioids, it does not respond to naloxone, leaving patients sedated and at risk. Local hospitals, especially UPMC, report sharp increases in withdrawal cases, with some ICUs seeing a […]
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Source: UC Davis Veterinary Medicine Scramble, a Jack Russell terrier, began showing behavioral changes, seizures, and tremors that led to a diagnosis of a large, inoperable brain tumor at UC Davis’ Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Neurologists and oncologists recommended stereotactic radiotherapy (SRT), a precise radiation treatment using advanced imaging and a linear accelerator to target the tumor […]
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Source: AP News Florida wildlife officials are deploying robotic rabbits to combat the invasive Burmese python crisis in the Everglades. These toy rabbits, retrofitted to emit heat, scent, and natural movements, lure snakes from hiding so contractors can capture and remove them. Developed by the South Florida Water Management District and University of Florida researchers, 120 robot rabbits costing […]
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Source: ABC News Suki, a Portuguese Water Dog, is a certified gluten-detection service animal who helps her owner, Kendra Williams, safely navigate daily life with celiac disease. Trained to sniff out traces of gluten in food and medicine, Suki offers crucial support in preventing accidental gluten exposure—reducing stress and health risks for her owner. Featured on ABC […]
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Source: Advocate Lakewood East Dallas Pets grieve deeply when their owners pass away, often showing behaviors like refusing food or waiting by the door. Dr. Virginia Ellsworth of East Dallas Veterinary Clinic notes that grieving pets need extra love, attention, and sometimes medical support to adjust. After local photographer Robert Bunch died, his dogs were temporarily housed at the […]
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Source: WCBI Rural areas often struggle to access Veterinary care, especially for livestock and large animals, creating challenges for agriculture and food production. Mississippi State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, the state’s only vet school, is working to address this shortage with federal support. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins visited the school to highlight a new action […]
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Source: Steve Dale Pet World Many people mistakenly assume cats require little interaction or that outdoor access is essential for their wellbeing. The Feline Veterinary Medical Association clarifies that cats’ physical and emotional needs can be fully met indoors—if owners provide enrichment. Their five pillars include safe spaces, multiple resources, opportunities for play and predatory behavior, positive […]
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Source: NPR In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, tens of thousands of pets were left behind as evacuations and shelters often prohibited animals. Many residents, like Nita Hemeter, stayed behind to rescue or care for stranded pets, highlighting the lack of emergency planning for animals. The crisis shocked the nation, with heartbreaking stories of families forced […]
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Source: Today’s Veterinary Business Utah State University College of Veterinary Medicine has launched its full four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program, marking the milestone with a white coat ceremony for 42 inaugural students. Previously, the university operated under a 2+2 partnership with Washington State University, where students completed the final two years of training in Pullman. […]
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Source: Veterinary Advantage A University of Kentucky study reveals that financial limitations significantly influence how horse owners engage with Veterinary care. While routine costs like vaccinations align with expectations, emergency procedures such as colic surgery often exceed what owners are prepared to pay—most indicating a $5,000 cap. Alarmingly, only 14% of horse owners have a savings fund […]
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Source: Metabolic A Harvard study has found that forming a strong emotional bond with a pet—particularly a dog—can significantly reduce stress, anxiety, and depression, especially in women. The research focused on psychosocial factors and oversampled women with a history of childhood abuse. Those who reported a deep attachment to their pets showed fewer mental health symptoms, with […]
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Source: Fox 23 News Tulsa, Oklahoma, is experiencing a rise in rabies cases, prompting officials to remind pet owners to ensure their animals are current on vaccinations. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) reported that a bat in Tulsa recently tested positive for rabies, following an earlier local canine case. Mayes County is also seeing an […]
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