Source: PR Newswire Royal Canin has renewed a multi-year partnership with the University of Tennessee Veterinary Obesity Center to combat rising obesity rates in cats and dogs through research, clinical care, and education. Originally established in 2020, the center focuses on improving pet health through evidence-based obesity prevention and treatment strategies. Pet obesity remains a significant concern, with […]
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Source: PR Newswire A 2026 report from the Best Friends Animal Society highlights major progress in reducing cat deaths in U.S. shelters, with nearly 75% fewer cats killed in 2025 compared to a decade ago, based on data from over 10,000 shelters. The organization attributes this improvement to three primary factors: expanded community cat programs that spay, neuter, vaccinate, […]
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Source: PR Newswire A new report from Hill’s Pet Nutrition reveals that large dogs face significant barriers to adoption in U.S. animal shelters, contributing to longer stays and increased shelter overcrowding. According to data from Shelter Animals Count, approximately 2.8 million dogs entered U.S. shelters in 2025. Although large dogs represented only 26% of intakes, they had the […]
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Source: Pet Food Industry Iowa State University and Freshpet are conducting a 10-month at-home study to examine how a dog’s diet may influence both canine health and the human–animal bond. Led by Logan Kilburn, an assistant professor of animal science at Iowa State, the study includes 39 dogs of various ages and breeds from central Iowa. Participants […]
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Source: The University of Tennessee The Center for Pet Family Well-Being (CPFW) is an interdisciplinary initiative at the University of Tennessee College of Social Work dedicated to improving the health and well-being of both people and their companion animals. The center focuses on strengthening the human–animal bond while promoting equitable access to Veterinary care through a collaborative, systems-based approach […]
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Source: Adam Wysocki via LinkedIn AI agents are poised to radically disrupt Veterinary software, and most vendors are unprepared. Traditional SaaS relies on humans using software interfaces to complete tasks, but AI agents can increasingly perform that work directly: scheduling appointments, generating records, processing billing, managing refills, and coordinating between disconnected systems. Rapid AI adoption […]
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Source: AVMA A retrospective study examined whether feeding a Veterinary therapeutic renal diet to cats with early-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) slows disease progression and improves survival. Researchers analyzed medical records from Veterinary clinics in the United States and Canada, identifying 1,430 cats diagnosed with early CKD (Stages 1 and 2). Of these, 839 cats […]
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Source: Newsweek A Michigan man was surprised after checking his Ring doorbell camera and discovering a herd of cows standing on his front porch. Steve, who lives in Scotts, received a motion notification but didn’t immediately review the footage. Later, after noticing animal tracks around his house and barn, he checked the video and saw three […]
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Source: Cornell Students won the $3,000 grand prize at the 2026 Digital Agriculture Hackathon for creating a pheromone-based misting system designed to deter destructive driver ants. Inspired by work with the Jane Goodall Institute, the team proposed a technology that releases pheromones to misdirect ants away from targets such as beehives without harming the environment. Driver ants are […]
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Source: Bol News New research suggests domestic cats may help advance human cancer treatments. A study published in Science analyzed tumor samples from nearly 500 cats across five countries, covering 13 cancer types, including breast, brain, lung and skin cancers. Researchers found strong genetic similarities between feline and human cancers, particularly mutations in the FBXW7 gene. More than […]
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Source: AAHA Veterinary visits are often highly stressful for cats because they involve leaving their familiar home environment, being confined in a carrier, encountering unfamiliar sights and smells, and being handled by strangers. This stress can lead some owners to delay necessary Veterinary care, even though regular checkups are essential. Experts recommend preparing cats through […]
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Source: Businesswire Paw Prosper has acquired Blue-9 Pet Products to expand its integrated animal health and wellness platform. Blue-9, known for behavior management, communication, and skill-development tools, will join Paw Prosper’s portfolio alongside FitPaws, a leader in canine fitness and rehabilitation equipment. The acquisition aligns products that professionals already use together in training and rehabilitation settings, combining skill-building tools […]
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Source: Investopedia Veterinary visits declined by 2% to 3% in 2025 as rising costs pushed more pet owners to delay or skip care, according to a Bank of America report. Despite fewer visits, industry revenue still grew about 2%, driven entirely by price increases of 5% to 6% passed on to customers. Analysts warn this trend reflects broader […]
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Source: Dairy Herd U.S. dairy leaders are urging Congress to pass immigration reform, warning that chronic labor shortages threaten the industry’s stability. For decades, dairy farms have relied heavily on undocumented workers under outdated immigration laws unchanged since 1986. Producers face constant uncertainty, from I-9 audits to sudden workforce disruptions, while federal agencies are already […]
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Source: Penn State Penn State Extension has received a $200,000 national grant from the Extension Foundation through its AgriProspects Workforce Development Network to develop a microcredentialing system for agricultural workers. One of five organizations selected nationwide, Penn State will build an infrastructure to formally recognize job-ready skills across key sectors including tree fruit, poultry, dairy, mushroom and landscaping. Led by bilingual […]
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Source: UEVP British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) has announced that CEO Amanda Stranack will step down after 14 years with the organization. As BSAVA prepares to implement a new strategic plan, Stacy Woodman has been appointed Interim CEO to ensure continuity and guide the association through the leadership transition. Woodman has worked closely with the Board and leadership team […]
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Source: Purdue University Craig Thompson, a clinical associate professor in the Department of Comparative Pathobiology at Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine, has been elected to the Board of Directors of Viticus Group, formerly known as the Western Veterinary Conference. He was elected during the 2026 WVC Annual Conference in Las Vegas and will serve a five-year […]
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Source: WKMS Murray State University is moving forward with plans to establish Kentucky’s first Veterinary college after its Board of Regents voted to create a College of Veterinary Medicine. The decision follows January approval of the university’s Doctorate in Veterinary Medicine program by the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education. The next major step is securing accreditation from […]
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Source: Feedstuffs The U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Inspector General (SBA OIG) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of Inspector General (USDA OIG) have signed a data sharing agreement aimed at strengthening fraud detection and enforcement coordination across federal programs. Announced by Inspectors General William Kirk and John Walk, the agreement is designed to improve information […]
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Source: FOX 13 The Polk County Sheriff’s Office arrested 35-year-old Lakeland resident Ashley Wimbrow on multiple charges after investigators say she illegally possessed Xylazine and performed unlicensed Veterinary procedures on dogs. Authorities were alerted when U.S. Customs intercepted a package from India containing 240 grams of the Veterinary sedative, commonly known as “tranq,” addressed to Wimbrow’s home. Detectives say […]
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