Source: Rowan University Rowan University’s Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine, with a $500,000 gift from Merck Animal Health, unveiled its new Shelter Medicine & Community Engagement Mobile Unit. The 40-foot, custom-built vehicle includes a surgical suite, recovery cages, and exam space. It will provide Veterinary students with hands-on experience while bringing essential Veterinary care to […]
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Source: Feedstuffs Ceva Animal Health, a global leader in animal health, is expanding its European vaccine manufacturing capabilities with a new facility in Monor, Hungary. This 7,000 sq. m plant, equipped with advanced technologies, will focus on producing fermentation-based multicomponent inactivated vaccines for livestock, enabling the production of over 8 billion vaccine doses annually. Scheduled […]
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Source: The Malaysian Reserve Petco Love, a national nonprofit, has reached a milestone in its “Vaccinated and Loved” initiative by administering its three millionth free pet vaccine. Since launching in August 2021, the program has provided free vaccinations to protect pets from preventable diseases like parvovirus, distemper, and panleukopenia. The milestone event took place in […]
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Source: Farmer’s Guide The UK has achieved its lowest levels of multi-drug resistance (AMR) in animals since reporting began a decade ago, according to the Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). Sales of critically important antibiotics for human health remain minimal, representing less than 0.5% of total Veterinary antibiotic sales. This year’s UK-VARSS report also marks 10 […]
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Source: Seafood Source The shrimp-farming industry’s success hinges on greater inter-industry collaboration to meet rising consumer demands for traceability, sustainability, and animal welfare, according to a panel at the AquaExpo conference in Guayaquil, Ecuador. The panel highlighted the importance of integrating technology, sustainability, and international cooperation to shape the industry’s future. A notable example is […]
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Source: Agriland The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) in Ireland is seeking a service provider to deliver training and advisory services in animal health and biosecurity for on-farm advisors. This initiative, part of the EU Rural Development Programme, aims to address specific animal health issues through targeted advisory measures. The project involves […]
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Source: Morning Ag Clips Two horses in Spokane County, Washington, have died from the neuropathogenic strain of Equine Herpes Virus (EHV-1), prompting the Washington State Department of Agriculture to issue warnings and implement quarantines. The virus, which causes the neurological disease Equine Herpes Myeloencephalopathy (EHM), is highly contagious and can be fatal. Two equine facilities […]
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Source: Pet Helpful Veterinarian Dr. Adam Christman warns pet owners about potentially harmful holiday treats for dogs, advising caution with popular options like frosted dog cookies and dyed chew treats, which can cause digestive issues or even pancreatitis. While some dogs might tolerate these treats, he recommends sticking to safer alternatives such as undyed rawhides, […]
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Source: C & EN Researchers in California and Colorado are testing an innovative mosquito control method using ivermectin-coated birdseed to reduce mosquito populations and curb the spread of West Nile virus. Ivermectin, an antiparasitic drug, paralyzes and kills mosquitoes that ingest blood from treated birds. The method is inspired by mass ivermectin administration to humans […]
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Source: ABC Action News Fetch Emergency and Specialty Centers in Brandon, Florida, has introduced Sketch for Fetch, a heartwarming program that combines art and animal care to brighten the lives of hospitalized pets. Led by veterinarian Jocelyn Hogan, the initiative encourages children in the Tampa Bay area to send drawings and cards to decorate the […]
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Source: WDBJ 7 Four-year-old Noah Beasley of Patrick County, Virginia, has launched a fundraiser for the Patrick County Animal Shelter as part of a new annual tradition started by his mom, Kirsten. Growing up on a farm and passionate about animals, Noah chose this project to give back to the community. Kirsten aims to nurture […]
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Source: K8 News Lyon College, in partnership with Arkansas State University, is set to open a new College of Veterinary Medicine in Cabot, Arkansas. This initiative is part of a $48 million capital project approved by the ASU Board of Trustees. The new campus will integrate Cabot animal support services with the Veterinary school, fostering […]
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Source: AVMA Thanksgiving is a joyful holiday, but it also poses potential hazards for pets. To keep them safe, avoid feeding them fatty foods, poultry bones, or holiday sweets, as these can cause digestive issues or toxicity. Plain, boneless, and skinless turkey is safe in small amounts, but foods like onions, raisins, chocolate, and xylitol […]
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Source: Texas A&M Today The Texas A&M University System Board of Regents has approved a $181 million Clinical Veterinary Teaching & Research Complex (CVTRC) for the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences. The 135,000-square-foot facility will replace the current Small Animal Teaching Hospital (SATH) and is designed to accommodate cutting-edge Veterinary education, […]
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Source: Purdue University News Purdue University hosted its inaugural One Health Alumni Reunion on November 14–16, bringing together over 150 medical professionals, faculty, staff, and students. The event highlighted interdisciplinary collaboration in human, animal, plant, and environmental health, aligning with Purdue’s One Health initiative. Activities included networking sessions, presentations, and discussions featuring Purdue President Mung […]
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Source: Forbes Scarlet macaws, known for their vibrant plumage and mate bonds, often neglect some of their chicks, allowing them to starve despite ample food availability. A study by Texas A&M researchers revealed that 45% of scarlet macaw chicks die from starvation, with third and fourth hatchlings always perishing, while 26% of second chicks also […]
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Source: Phys Org A study by researchers from the University of Montpellier, the University of Zurich, and other institutions has revealed a connection between relative endocranial volume (REV) and breed function, behavior, and morphology in domestic dogs. Despite having brains about 20% smaller than their wild ancestor, the gray wolf, dogs exhibit diverse cognitive abilities […]
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Source: AVMA Hurricane Helene, a Category 4 storm, devastated western North Carolina in late September, causing catastrophic flooding and landslides. The disaster killed 96 people, likely claimed thousands of animal lives, and caused over $53 billion in damages, according to Gov. Ray Cooper’s October report. Torrential rainfall led to widespread power outages, destroyed infrastructure, and […]
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Source: Science News Researchers have mapped the first detailed structure of the infectious prion responsible for chronic wasting disease (CWD), a fatal neurological illness in deer, elk, and moose, revealing a unique 180-degree twist in the protein. This structural difference, absent in rodent-adapted versions of the prion used for study, may explain why CWD has […]
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Source: UF News A University of Florida research team, led by Dr. Ludovica Chiavaccini, is using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve pain assessment in animals, starting with goats. The team filmed goats in pain, such as those with bladder stones, and those without pain, using the footage to train an AI model to recognize pain […]
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