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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Source: Reuters Smithfield Foods, a leading U.S. pork producer, has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) on the Nasdaq under the symbol “SFD,” marking its return to U.S. stock markets after more than a decade. Owned by Hong Kong-based WH Group, the world’s largest pork producer, Smithfield was taken private in 2013 for $4.7 billion. The […]
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Source: Wyoming Public Media The newly established East Yellowstone Brucellosis Compensation Fund aims to support ranchers in Park County, near Yellowstone National Park, by offsetting costs associated with brucellosis-related quarantines. Brucellosis, a reproductive disease often transmitted from elk to cattle, can cause significant financial strain, particularly for smaller ranches. The fund, launched in January, complements Wyoming’s mitigation reimbursement […]
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Source: CBS News The Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) has paused dog intakes due to a surge in Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease Complex (CIRDC), also known as “kennel cough.” Over the past six to eight weeks, cases have risen, with some dogs developing severe symptoms like pneumonia, requiring isolation and treatment. BARCS will reassess intake suspensions in two […]
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Source: My ChesCo The CDC, USDA, and DOI have launched the first National One Health Framework, a collaborative initiative to address zoonotic diseases and their impact on human, animal, and environmental health. Mandated by Congress under the 2023 Consolidated Appropriations Act, the framework establishes a five-year roadmap to enhance public health preparedness and strengthen coordination among federal agencies. The One Health […]
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Source: NPR The San Carlos Apache Reservation in Arizona faces a persistent outbreak of Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever (RMSF), the deadliest tick-borne disease in the U.S., caused by Rickettsia rickettsii bacteria transmitted through tick bites. The outbreak began in 2003, disproportionately affecting children, with fatalities tied to limited healthcare access and the prevalence of brown dog ticks thriving among free-roaming […]
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Source: Business Wire GoodRx has launched GoodRx for Pets, a new platform designed to make pet medications more affordable and accessible. With pet healthcare costs exceeding $13 billion in 2023 and only 3% of pets in the U.S. insured, many pet owners face significant financial strain. GoodRx for Pets addresses this issue by offering savings of up to 80% […]
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