Source: AP News The bald eagle, once an endangered species, has made a remarkable comeback. Once reduced to a single nest in New Jersey in the 1980s, the eagle population has surged to nearly 300 in the state, leading to its removal from endangered lists. The banning of DDT in 1972, along with conservation efforts such […]
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Source: PBS News Veterinarians face significant mental health challenges, with suicide rates twice as high as the general population. Chelsea Van Thof, a veterinarian, lost her partner and vet school classmate, Peter Tripp, to suicide, highlighting the emotional toll of the profession. Factors such as imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and the inability of animal patients to communicate their […]
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Source: The Guardian Rat populations are surging in major cities globally due to rising temperatures, according to a study published in Science Advances. Researchers analyzed rat sightings and infestation reports from 16 cities, finding significant increases in 11, with Washington DC (390%), San Francisco (300%), Toronto (186%), and New York City (162%) seeing the most dramatic growth. Warming climates allow rats […]
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Source: Radio NWTN Support is growing for the establishment of a School of Veterinary Medicine at Murray State University as Kentucky’s 2025 legislative session progresses. House Bill 153, introduced by State Representative Mary Beth Imes with 20 co-sponsors, seeks to amend state law to allow Murray State to offer Veterinary doctoral degrees. A similar bill will be introduced in the […]
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Source: CBS News Blue Ridge Beef has recalled 5,700 lbs. of its Natural Mix dog food due to salmonella contamination, affecting products distributed in eight states: Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Tennessee, and Rhode Island. The recall applies to 2 lb. logs packaged in clear plastic, sold between January 3 and January 24, 2025, with lot […]
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Source: NBC News A bear that attacked a man in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, was confirmed to have rabies, the Pennsylvania Game Commission announced. The bear exhibited abnormal behavior by aggressively approaching and attacking Andrew Neirer, biting and scratching him while he walked near his home. Neirer survived and is expected to fully recover after receiving appropriate medical treatment. The […]
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Source: AP News A rare “super pod” of over 1,500 Risso’s dolphins was filmed in Carmel Bay, off California’s central coast. Captain Evan Brodsky of Monterey Bay Whale Watch captured drone footage of the unusual event, as Risso’s dolphins typically travel in much smaller groups of 10 to 30. The dolphins, with their stocky bodies and bulbous […]
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Source: Indiana Public Media Indiana Senate Bill 32 (SB 32) proposes allowing deer farmers to breed deer with genetic markers for resilience to chronic wasting disease (CWD), a fatal neurological illness in deer similar to mad cow disease. While deer farmers support the bill, citing its potential to protect their businesses, the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and […]
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Source: Fox 13 Salt Lake City Ivins and Santa Clara, two cities in southern Utah, have introduced an innovative way to reunite lost pets with their owners by installing an outdoor RFID scanner. This 24/7 public microchip scanner, located in front of the Ivins police station, allows residents to quickly identify lost pets by scanning for microchips, […]
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Source: The University of Queensland Researchers at The University of Queensland have identified Camp Hill virus, the first henipavirus detected in North America, found in shrews in Alabama. Henipaviruses, like Hendra and Nipah viruses, are known for causing severe diseases with high fatality rates in humans and animals. The discovery suggests henipaviruses may be more globally widespread than […]
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Source: Sask Today The federal and Saskatchewan governments announced $6.9 million in joint funding to support 30 livestock and forage-related research projects in the province, with total funding reaching $7.2 million after contributions from industry partners. The Saskatchewan Cattlemen’s Association, Saskatchewan Forage Seed Development Commission, SaskPork, and the Western Dairy Research Coalition funded 10 projects focusing on animal health and forage production. This funding […]
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Source: VetSurgeon.org A University of Sussex study, published in Science of the Total Environment and funded by Songbird Survival, has linked Veterinary insecticides to increased mortality in British songbirds. Researchers analyzed 103 nests of blue and great tits, testing for 20 insecticides. Fipronil, imidacloprid, and permethrin were most prevalent, found in 100%, 89.1%, and 89.1% of samples, respectively. Nests with […]
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Source: WBRZ Dr. Sara Lyle, an associate professor at LSU specializing in theriogenology, has been named the Westminster Veterinarian of the Year, becoming the first LSU veterinarian to win the prestigious award. Selected from four finalists, Dr. Lyle will attend the 149th annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show in New York City, and a $10,000 donation will be made […]
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Source: AAVMC The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC), in partnership with Chewy Health, has announced the 2025 Chewy Veterinary Leaders Cohort. This program supports underrepresented second-year Veterinary students through $20,000 scholarships, leadership development, and mentorship opportunities, aiming to create a more inclusive Veterinary profession. Fifteen students were selected for their leadership potential and commitment to diversity. […]
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Source: Science.Org Research led by Brittany Florkiewicz at Lyon College reveals that cats mimic each other’s facial expressions, much like humans and other social mammals, as a means of building social bonds. This phenomenon, known as rapid facial mimicry (RFM), was observed in 22% of feline interactions and often led to friendly behaviors like playing, grooming, or walking […]
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Source: dvm 360 The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC), in partnership with Chewy Health, announced the 2025 Chewy Veterinary Leaders Cohort, a program designed to support underrepresented second-year Veterinary students with financial assistance, mentorship, and professional development. Each of the 15 selected students receives a $20,000 scholarship to recognize their leadership potential and dedication to diversifying the Veterinary […]
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Source: dvm 360 The North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) announced the 2024 VETTY Awards winners, celebrating marketing excellence in the animal healthcare industry. The awards recognize outstanding contributions in advertising, promotions, education materials, and more, showcasing creativity and technological innovation, including gamification and artificial intelligence. The Grand Prize winners include Zoetis Diagnostics for its “Look Deeper Campaign” (Best in […]
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Source: Pet Age Five innovative pet care startups have been named finalists in the ninth annual Pet Care Innovation Prize, powered by Purina. Selected from nearly 150 global applicants, these startups will each receive $25,000 in prize money and mentorship support from Purina to help scale their businesses in the $324.19 billion pet care industry. The winners include VEA, an AI-driven platform […]
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Source: Veterinary Practice News Veterinarian has been named the top job of 2025 by Indeed, emphasizing its growing importance as a profession merging specialized expertise with meaningful connections. Indeed’s annual rankings, based on salary, growth, and flexibility, revealed healthcare and engineering dominate the list, reflecting society’s focus on well-being and innovation. The rankings include roles with […]
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Source: Scientific American New research reveals that solitary songbirds, such as grosbeaks and warblers, may cooperate across species during their nocturnal migrations. Traditionally thought to rely solely on instinct and memory, these birds use specific vocalizations to communicate while traveling vast distances. A study led by Benjamin Van Doren of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign analyzed over 18,300 hours of bird flight […]
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