Source: 9 News Tularemia, a rare but potentially serious bacterial disease, has been detected in Larimer County, Colorado, after officials identified the infection in a dead rabbit near Berthoud. The disease is commonly found in wildlife, particularly rabbits and rodents, and can spread to humans through tick and deer fly bites, direct contact with infected […]
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Source: WABI 5 Veterinary emergency clinicians in Maine are warning pet owners about several seasonal hazards affecting dogs this spring, particularly toxic exposures and porcupine encounters. One of the most serious concerns is xylitol poisoning from sugar-free gum. Even a small amount can trigger a massive insulin release in dogs, causing dangerously low blood sugar, […]
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Source: Springer Nature Link Researchers have developed a new mathematical approach that uses serological surveys, or antibody testing, to improve surveillance of zoonotic diseases in wildlife populations. The method helps identify when pathogen prevalence is most likely to peak in animal reservoirs, allowing scientists to focus field sampling efforts during periods when active infections are […]
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Source: Medscape The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has authorized the emergency use of generic over-the-counter nitenpyram tablets to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and cats as part of ongoing efforts to contain the parasite’s spread. The approval follows the confirmation of the first domestic screwworm cases in more than 60 years, […]
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Source: AVMA The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is urging veterinarians to remain highly vigilant following the detection of New World screwworm in Texas. The parasite’s larvae feed on living tissue and can cause severe wounds, infections, and even death if left untreated. Animals at greatest risk include newborns, animals that have recently given birth, […]
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Source: KMTV Idaho has introduced stricter animal travel requirements in response to the spread of the New World screwworm in Texas and New Mexico. The parasite, carried by flies that lay eggs in open wounds, poses a serious threat to livestock, pets, wildlife, and even humans because the larvae feed on living tissue and can […]
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Source: CNN The New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite once eradicated from North and Central America, has recently reemerged and spread into parts of Mexico and the southern United States. Experts believe its resurgence has been accelerated by illegal cattle trafficking, which allows infected animals to cross borders without proper health inspections and disease-control measures. […]
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Source: AVMA Major changes to federal student loan repayment programs are set to begin July 1, 2026, under new regulations implementing the Trump administration’s “Working Families Tax Cuts Act.” Borrowers enrolled in the SAVE repayment plan will be required to switch plans within 90 days of receiving notice from their loan servicer or be automatically […]
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Source: USDA Traveling with pets from the United States to Mexico has become easier for dog and cat owners, as Mexico no longer requires a health certificate for these animals. Instead, dogs and cats are inspected by Mexican authorities (SENASICA) upon arrival. However, pet owners should carefully review current entry requirements, as regulations can change without notice. USDA-accredited […]
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Source: The Conversation A new review of more than 400 studies found that cats allowed to roam outdoors are significantly more likely to carry pathogens that can infect humans than indoor-only cats. Researchers identified nearly 100 zoonotic pathogens in cats, including rabies, toxoplasmosis, roundworms, and Salmonella. Outdoor pet cats were found to have three to […]
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Source: NBC News The Nashville Zoo is leading opposition to a proposed 69,000-square-foot data center that would be built adjacent to the zoo, citing concerns about the potential impact on animal welfare. Zoo officials worry that noise, artificial light, and mechanical vibrations from the facility could disrupt sensitive species, particularly clouded leopards involved in conservation […]
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Source: WCJB Officials from Disney Parks recently recognized veterinarians from University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine for their role in performing a rare and complex cataract surgery on Kendi, a 27-year-old white rhinoceros at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. The procedure involved removing a cataract from Kendi’s eye, an uncommon operation in rhinoceroses that required specialized […]
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Source: Rocket City Now Veterinary clinics across North Alabama came together to protect animals during severe flash flooding caused by a storm system that dropped 3 to 7 inches of rain across Madison County. As rising waters threatened the Winchester Road Animal Hospital near Huntsville, staff quickly organized an emergency evacuation of seven boarded pets. […]
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Source: STAT News The high rate of obesity among American horses mirrors the human obesity epidemic and highlights how both may stem from environmental and dietary factors rather than individual choices. According to research, 51% of mature light-breed horses in the United States are obese, making the country one of the world’s leaders in equine […]
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Source: WYFF The South Carolina Department of Public Health has confirmed two new rabies cases involving a skunk in Greenwood County and a raccoon in Orangeburg County. Both animals tested positive for rabies on June 4. While no human exposures have been reported, a dog in each case was exposed and will be quarantined in […]
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Source: Louisiana Illuminator Louisiana has imposed new restrictions on animals entering the state following the confirmation of five New World screwworm cases in the United States. The flesh-eating parasite, which lays eggs in wounds and body openings of warm-blooded animals, can cause severe infections and death if untreated. While livestock are most vulnerable, wildlife and […]
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Source: The Focal Points As New World screwworm (NWS) cases continue to spread in Texas and New Mexico, ivermectin is emerging as a potentially important tool for prevention and treatment. The USDA confirmed the first U.S. case in decades on June 3, 2026, and additional cases have since been reported in livestock and pets. Unlike […]
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Source: AP News New World screwworm cases continue to increase in the United States, with three additional infections confirmed in Texas and New Mexico. The pest, a flesh-eating fly larva that infests open wounds in animals, poses a serious threat to cattle, wildlife, pets, and occasionally humans. There are now five confirmed cases: three calves […]
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Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration The FDA has issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Ivomec (ivermectin) injectable solution to help prevent infestations caused by New World screwworm (NWS) larvae in cattle. Based on available scientific evidence, the agency determined that Ivomec may be effective when administered within 24 hours of birth, at the […]
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Source: Tri-State Livestock News Dr. Danielle “Doc” Flowers has built a unique career that combines veterinary medicine and western-inspired art in rural Wyoming. A lifelong animal lover who knew she wanted to be a veterinarian from childhood, Flowers now practices mixed-animal medicine in the Cody and Meeteetse region, caring for pets, horses, cattle, and other livestock vital […]
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