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Source: Inside Nova A therapy dog named Kenobi is making a meaningful impact at UVA Health Haymarket Medical Center, bringing comfort and support to patients and staff. The 125-pound Leonberger, trained and handled by Gail Stieglitz, is part of the hospital’s pet therapy program. Inspired by her own experience with a therapy dog during cancer treatment, Stieglitz trained Kenobi from […]

Source: KOCO After an EF-4 tornado struck Enid, Oklahoma, a 13-year-old dog named Pup was miraculously rescued after being trapped under debris for 44 hours and reunited with her owner, Kay Dragoun. The tornado destroyed homes in the area, forcing Dragoun to take shelter while Pup remained in another part of the house. In the aftermath, rescue efforts began, […]

Source: VICE Therapists say people’s relationships with their dogs can reveal important insights about their human connections. Psychotherapists note that clients often speak more openly about pets than partners, describing dogs as nonjudgmental sources of unconditional love. This can signal unmet emotional needs, such as a desire for acceptance or fear of being judged in […]

Source: WECT 6 News Residents in Leland, North Carolina are urging local officials to consider a new ordinance after an ultrasonic animal deterrent device in a neighborhood caused distress among pets. The device emits high-frequency sounds intended to repel animals, but neighbors report it frightened dogs walking nearby, with some refusing to leave their homes or pass […]

Source: UC Davis A “Case of the Month” highlights how total hip replacement surgery transformed the life of a young dog named Andy, who suffered from severe hip dysplasia.  Initially, Andy showed abnormal behavior and pain as a puppy, leading to a diagnosis confirmed by X-rays. His condition worsened over time despite medical management, eventually requiring surgical intervention at […]

Source: NBC Chicago A Veterinary clinic in the Chicago suburbs is warning dog owners about Blastomycosis, a potentially fatal fungal infection affecting dogs and humans. The illness originates in soil, where fungal spores can be inhaled, primarily infecting the lungs and sometimes spreading throughout the body. A local dog named Kasper died after initially being misdiagnosed, highlighting how quickly the […]

Source: Science Alert A new study explains why cats often stop eating before finishing their food: it’s not because they’re full, but because they become bored with the smell. Researchers found that cats experience a phenomenon similar to humans called sensory-specific satiety, where repeated exposure to the same odor reduces appetite. In experiments with 12 domestic […]

Source: Business Wire Golden Child has launched a new science-driven fresh dog food system, supported by $37 million in funding, aimed at improving canine nutrition and modernizing the pet food supply chain. Founded in 2025 by Quentin Lacornerie and Jack Abraham, the company was inspired by concerns over nutritional gaps in existing premium dog foods. It combines Veterinary […]

Source: Pet Food Processing Jan Pol has introduced Dr. Pol® Clinical Nutrition, a new line of veterinarian-formulated dog food designed to deliver targeted health benefits without requiring a prescription. The products are available exclusively through Walmart stores and its online platform, aiming to make specialized pet nutrition more affordable and accessible. Developed to mirror the benefits of prescription diets, […]

Source: AAHA The 2026 Diabetes Management Guidelines for Cats from the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) highlight major advances in understanding and treating feline diabetes. Recognizing that diabetes differs significantly between cats and dogs, AAHA created separate, species-specific guidelines. A key shift is the growing preference for SGLT2 inhibitors as a first-line treatment, replacing insulin in many cases due to their […]