Source: Iowa State University Iowa State University and Freshpet have launched a 10-month at-home research study examining how dog diets may influence canine health and the human-animal bond. Led by Logan Kilburn, assistant professor in animal science at Iowa State, the study involves 39 dogs of various breeds and ages from central Iowa. Participating owners follow assigned […]
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Source: Pet Innovation Awards The Pet Innovation Awards recognizes the most innovative companies, products, and services shaping the rapidly growing pet care industry. The independent awards platform highlights leaders across categories including pet nutrition, wellness, technology, grooming, insurance, and preventive care. Organizers emphasize that increasing consumer demand for premium, sustainable, and health-focused pet products is driving intense […]
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Source: Bank of America Pet ownership remains common, but rising costs—particularly Veterinary expenses—are making pet parenting increasingly expensive, according to BofA Global Research. Adoption rates have slowed over the past year, especially for dogs, as affordability concerns influence household decisions about owning pets. Bank of America credit and debit card data revealed that spending at pet stores varies […]
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Source: Pet Food Industry Research presented at Petfood Forum 2026 suggests postbiotics may help calm dogs indirectly by supporting gut health through the gut-brain axis. Erik Eckhardt, Ph.D., principal scientist for dsm-firmenich, discussed studies involving LB Fermentate HF, a heat-treated postbiotic ingredient that remains stable during pet food processing. Unlike probiotics, postbiotics contain non-living microorganisms, improving shelf stability. Eckhardt explained that […]
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Source: Pet Food Industry Pet food innovation is increasingly leading human food trends, according to a keynote presentation by Kevin Ryan, PhD, at Petfood Forum 2026. Ryan identified five major trends shaping the future of pet nutrition: clean processing, health-span optimization, microbiome integration, emotional wellness, and AI-driven personalization. Consumers increasingly prefer minimally processed pet foods with […]
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Source: WOAH Ministers and senior government officials from around the world issued a landmark declaration at the 93rd General Session of the World Organisation for Animal Health, calling for urgent global investment in animal health systems amid rising pandemic threats, climate pressures, and food security concerns. The declaration follows WOAH’s latest State of the World’s Animal Health […]
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Source: Quality Assurance Magazine U.S. Food and Drug Administration has named Donald A. Prater as acting deputy commissioner for food, placing him in charge of the agency’s Human Foods Program and all FDA nutrition and food safety activities. Prater brings nearly 27 years of FDA experience, most recently serving as principal deputy associate commissioner for food since 2024. His appointment […]
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Source: Live Science Scientists have identified a new species of highly venomous box jellyfish near Singapore after analyzing specimens collected in 2020 and 2021. The species, named Chironex blakangmati, was named after Sentosa Island’s former Malay name, “Pulau Blakang Mati,” meaning “Island of Death Behind.” Researchers determined the jellyfish was genetically and anatomically distinct from the closely related Chironex yamaguchii. […]
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Source: Discover Magazine A possible canine distemper outbreak may have contributed to the lowest Yellowstone wolf pup survival rates since gray wolves were reintroduced nearly 30 years ago. According to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s 2025 wolf monitoring report, 64.3% of captured wolves tested positive for canine distemper, far exceeding the predicted infection rate of 28%. The disease appeared to […]
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Source: WSAW-TV New findings from the Marshfield Clinic Research Institute show that 51% of 700 adult female deer ticks tested in Wisconsin carried the bacteria that causes Lyme disease, a higher rate than researchers expected. The third year of the Tick Inventory via Citizen Science study also found Lyme-causing pathogens were more common in western Wisconsin and during the fall season, […]
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Source: Fox 31 News Authorities in Colorado seized nearly 100 bison from the Lay Valley Bison Ranch in Moffat County during an animal neglect investigation involving deteriorating conditions and concerns about animal welfare. The Moffat County Sheriff’s Office said it removed approximately 90 bison and one mule after working for weeks with ranch owner Daniel Martin, 83, to address care issues. Investigators […]
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Source: MSN The tragic death of a rescued sloth named Dumpling has intensified scrutiny of a failed Orlando attraction called “Sloth World,” where more than 55 sloths reportedly died before the venue ever opened. Dumpling was among a group of surviving sloths transferred to the Central Florida Zoo after authorities discovered severe neglect at the warehouse facility. Veterinarians worked for 11 […]
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Source: The Westminster Kennel Club The Westminster Kennel Club announced that its 151st annual dog show will stream live on Netflix for the first time when the event returns to New York City in February 2027. Evening group judging and Best in Show competitions will air live from Madison Square Garden on February 1-2, while daytime breed competitions at the Jacob K. Javits […]
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Source: Woods Humane Society Woods Humane Society has partnered with the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program to strengthen animal care services and improve outcomes for pets in San Luis Obispo County. The collaboration aims to help address challenges affecting shelters statewide, including Veterinary staffing shortages, delays in spay/neuter services, and rising demand for pet care support. Through the […]
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Source: Paulick Report The California Horse Racing Board advanced a proposed rule that would ban pin-firing, blistering, and other counterirritant veterinary practices for all horse breeds racing in California. The rule change, already enforced for Thoroughbreds under federal regulations, now enters a 45-day public notice period and could take effect by October 2026. During its May 13 meeting, the […]
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Source: MSN Pet store owners in San Francisco are pushing back against a recommendation from the city’s Commission of Animal Control and Welfare to ban the sale of live animals in pet stores. Business owners argue the proposal would threaten their livelihoods and unfairly target stores that responsibly care for rescued and surrendered animals. Several longtime pet store owners […]
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Source: Pet Business Professor A new “Petflation 2026 – April Update” report found that pet-related prices remain at or near record highs, with overall pet inflation matching the national Consumer Price Index at 3.8%. The report highlights continued price increases across pet food, Veterinary services, pet services, and supplies, although some categories experienced slight month-to-month declines in […]
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Source: Texas Tech University Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine celebrated the graduation of its second Doctor of Veterinary Medicine class during a commencement ceremony at the Amarillo Civic Center Auditorium. A total of 80 students earned DVM degrees, marking another milestone for the young program as it continues addressing veterinary workforce shortages in Texas and […]
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Source: DVM 360 A new study published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association found that financial constraints heavily influence how veterinarians diagnose and treat canine atopic dermatitis (CAD), a chronic skin condition responsible for an average of 16 allergy-related Veterinary visits during a dog’s lifetime. Researchers surveyed 718 North American veterinarians and discovered that most […]
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Source: NAVC The North American Veterinary Community is accepting applications for the Dr. Earl H. Rippie Veterinary Nurse/Technician Leadership Scholarship, which recognizes Veterinary nurses and technicians who have demonstrated leadership and positively impacted the Veterinary profession or their practice. Two domestic and one international recipient will receive complimentary registration to VMX 2027, scheduled for January 16–20, 2027, along with airfare, […]
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