Source: Farm Progress The USDA’s September Quarterly Hogs and Pigs Report shows the U.S. hog inventory at 74.5 million, down 1% from September 2024 but up 1% from June. Of these, 68.5 million are market hogs and 5.93 million are breeding animals. Economist Lee Schulz of Ever.Ag expects 2025 pork production to fall 0.8% year over year, with 2026 […]
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Source: Virginia Tech Liz Solters, a lifelong animal rescuer and advocate from Surry County, North Carolina, has endowed the Sydney and Fran Memorial Veterinary Scholarship at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine to support future veterinarians serving rural communities. Named after her first two dogs, the scholarship honors Solters’ deep connection to the Veterinary college, where her pets were once […]
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Source: American Farm Bureau A new national Women in Agriculture Study has been launched to gather insights from women across all 50 states and Puerto Rico, aiming to better understand their experiences, leadership paths, and needs within the agricultural sector. Open through March 31, the survey invites participation from women in farming, agribusiness, education, and advocacy, as well […]
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Source: Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City has launched the Center for Agriculture and the Economy, reinforcing its commitment to integrating agricultural and rural perspectives into national economic discussions. Building on decades of research and industry engagement, the Center will serve as a key resource within the Federal Reserve System, providing timely […]
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Source: Equus Magazine The Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) has integrated La Bibliothèque Mondiale du Cheval (the Worldwide Horse Library) into its free e-learning platform, FEI Campus, expanding access to one of the most comprehensive digital collections on horses. This innovative library aggregates resources from public and private institutions worldwide, creating the first global virtual library dedicated to equine culture, science, […]
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Source: DVM 360 Arkansas State University (A-State) celebrated a major milestone with the placement of the final beam for its new College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) in Jonesboro, which will welcome its first class of 120 students in fall 2026. The 56,000-square-foot facility will include classrooms, anatomy labs, and clinical training spaces for small animal care and […]
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Source: Yahoo! News The City of Las Vegas is set to reconsider a ban on retail pet sales, nearly a decade after first attempting to end the practice. A new ordinance sponsored by Mayor Shelley Berkley and Councilwoman Nancy Brune would prohibit sales in new pet stores while giving existing shops three years to transition before the ban takes […]
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Source: UC Davis UC Davis Health’s Department of Internal Medicine and the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine have received a National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) R38 grant to establish the Stimulating Access to Research in Residency (StARR) Program, the nation’s first joint human and Veterinary medicine initiative of its kind. The five-year program aims to strengthen […]
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Source: Shelters United Shelters United has named Dr. Kwane Stewart, a renowned veterinarian and animal welfare advocate, as the Champion of its Veterinarian of Record (VOR) Program, a national initiative that strengthens collaboration between veterinarians and animal welfare organizations (AWOs). The program seeks to expand Veterinary care for homeless pets awaiting adoption and develop sustainable, scalable partnership models. […]
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Source: Global Pet Industry General Mills is expanding its presence in the $3 billion fresh pet food market, viewing the pet segment as its biggest growth opportunity. Currently holding about 7% of the U.S. pet food market, the company reported $2.5 billion in pet sales for FY2025—up from $2.4 billion in 2024—and expects continued growth. CEO Jeff […]
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Source: Colorado State University Colorado State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences is inviting applicants for its Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.) program under the Colorado American Indian Tribes In-State Tuition Act. The act grants Colorado residency to enrolled citizens of federally recognized tribes with historic ties to the state, enabling them to qualify for […]
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Source: CBS News Colorado State University, one of the nation’s leading Veterinary schools, has introduced its first-ever honeybee Veterinary science course in response to 2017 regulations requiring veterinarians to oversee hive treatments. Led by Dr. Amy Franklin, the course educates future veterinarians on honeybee health, diseases, and management. Students gain hands-on experience at CSU’s apiary in Fort […]
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Source: Veterinary Practice News DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital is enhancing public safety by training K9 handlers to deliver emergency medical care to their working dogs in the field. Led by Dr. Sarah Tauber, the workshops cover real-life crises such as opioid exposure, trauma, and other critical incidents. Handlers learn to use Narcan, apply bandages, monitor […]
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Source: Earth.com A large-scale UK study analyzing 2.2 million Veterinary records found that acute diarrhea affects about 1 in 12 dogs annually. Led by Dr. Dan O’Neill of the Royal Veterinary College, the research identified high-risk breeds such as Cavapoo, Maltese, Miniature Poodle, German Shepherd, Yorkshire Terrier, and Cockapoo, with Cavapoos showing nearly 15% annual incidence. Younger dogs […]
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Source: Cleveland.com Ohio has enacted a new law taking effect September 30, 2025, that expands Veterinary telehealth by allowing licensed veterinarians to establish a Veterinary-client-patient relationship (VCPR) through live virtual visits and prescribe medications under certain limits. Veterinarians must obtain informed consent from clients, provide contact details, document the visit, and inform clients that an in-person exam may […]
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Source: Science Alert A new study of 20 stranded bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) in Florida’s Indian River Lagoon suggests that brain damage resembling Alzheimer’s disease may contribute to disorientation and strandings. Researchers found gene expression changes and protein clumps in the dolphins’ brains similar to those seen in human Alzheimer’s patients. Critically, dolphins stranded during algal bloom seasons had […]
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Source: The Guardian A study published in Scientific Reports suggests that some dogs may display addictive-like behavior toward toys, similar in pattern (though not severity) to human behavioral addictions. Researchers from Vetmeduni Vienna, led by Dr. Stefanie Riemer, studied 105 dogs of various breeds and ages, observing how they interacted with their favorite toys during structured play and separation […]
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Source: Pet Age The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has released an updated report, Cannabis in Veterinary Medicine, highlighting the growing evidence supporting the use of CBD treatments for pets, including cats, dogs, and horses. The report stresses the need for controlled clinical trials to better understand CBD’s therapeutic potential and guide safe product development. Research cited by […]
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Source: Finance Yahoo Pawsible Ventures, based in Vancouver, has launched a $10 million venture fund and studio dedicated to revolutionizing the $250B+ global pet health and wellness market. Founded by Alex Chieng and Shafin Diamond Tejani (Victory Square Technologies), the platform combines capital, incubation, and distribution to help early-stage animal health startups scale rapidly. Through quarterly […]
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Source: Fox 16 A University of Arkansas at Little Rock study suggests raccoons may be beginning the early stages of domestication. Researchers analyzed nearly 20,000 images and found that raccoons living in cities have shorter snouts than rural ones, which is a physical trait often linked to animals adapting to human environments. Lead researcher Dr. Raffaela Lesch explains that, […]
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