Source: VHMA The Veterinary Hospital Management Association (VHMA) has announced Victoria Lattig and Kaitlyn Behling-Mikesell as recipients of the 2025 Emerging Leader Program Scholarship, recognizing their leadership and commitment to advancing Veterinary practice management. Kaitlyn Behling-Mikesell, a hospital administrator in Chattanooga, TN, transformed a struggling clinic into a thriving practice by streamlining operations, improving communication, and fostering employee engagement. Her efforts reduced turnover and […]
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Source: PR Newswire The North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) and blendVET will host the third annual Believe & Belong in Veterinary Medicine program on January 28, 2025, during the 42nd Veterinary Meeting & Expo (VMX) in Orlando, FL. This initiative introduces 70 middle school students from underrepresented communities to Veterinary medicine through immersive, hands-on learning experiences. Participants will explore diverse areas such as general […]
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Source: Lancaster Farming The shortage of large-animal veterinarians remains a long-term challenge, as most Veterinary graduates opt for small-animal practices due to better pay, work-life balance, and less physical strain. At a Lancaster Farming panel during the Pennsylvania Farm Show, veterinarians Dr. James Holt and Dr. Erin Luley highlighted the hurdles and potential solutions. Recruitment difficulties stem from […]
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Source: The Guardian The Icelandic sheepdog, an ancient breed mentioned in Icelandic Sagas and Shakespeare’s Henry V, will be officially recognized by the Kennel Club as a pedigree breed in the pastoral group starting April 1, 2025. Known for its intelligence, friendliness, and herding capabilities, this spitz-type breed has been used historically to herd livestock, guard […]
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Source: DVM 360 Bird flu has been found in raw pet food, with cases reported in cats across multiple states, including California and Oregon. Affected products include Monarch Raw Pet Food and Northwest Naturals, with the latter recalling turkey-based food linked to a cat’s death. Cats, especially those fed raw diets or exposed to infected wildlife, are highly susceptible […]
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Source: Health Day A new study highlights the effectiveness of trained dogs in detecting invasive spotted lanternfly egg masses, a major threat to crops like grapes, apples, and hops, as well as trees like maples and walnuts. Researchers found that dogs, including a Labrador retriever and a Belgian Malinois, were 3.4 times better than humans at locating egg masses […]
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Source: The Rio Times Argentine scientists from Kheiron S.A. have achieved a world-first by genetically editing five horses using CRISPR-Cas9 technology. By targeting the MSTN gene, which regulates muscle growth, the researchers aim to enhance equine athletic performance, such as speed and endurance, while potentially preventing hereditary diseases. This breakthrough positions Argentina as a leader in genetic editing […]
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Source: Arkansas Advocate Arkansas will establish its first two Veterinary schools at Lyon College and Arkansas State University (ASU), set to open in 2026 pending accreditation. These initiatives address the state’s shortage of veterinarians, particularly in rural areas, where 10 counties lack a single vet. Lyon College will offer a three-year, year-round program, while ASU will follow a […]
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Source: Business Wire Traini, an AI-driven pet tech start-up, launched its groundbreaking iOS app in November 2024, transforming pet-human communication and care through emotional intelligence and generative AI. The app’s core feature is a GenAI dog-human translator, decoding pet sounds and behaviors into emotional insights. It also includes PetGPT, an AI chatbot for pet-related advice, and social […]
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Source: Pet Age In response to the ongoing Los Angeles wildfires, Best Friends Animal Society is providing crucial support to pets and people affected. The organization has set up two Pet Pantry locations in Los Angeles, offering essential supplies such as pet food, litter, beds, toys, and human sanitary products for those who have lost everything. The […]
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Source: ABC News As Southern California wildfires rage, Pasadena Humane has reported an influx of over 300 animals, many suffering from burn injuries. The shelter is providing critical medical care, including pain relief, wound care, fluids, and oxygen. To focus on helping displaced animals, the shelter is coordinating with other facilities to rehome animals previously in their care. […]
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Source: CBS News The Los Angeles-area wildfires have destroyed approximately 10,000 structures, claimed at least 10 lives, and forced countless evacuations, leaving apocalyptic scenes in their wake. Amid the devastation, Dr. Annie Harvilicz, a veterinarian, has opened her facilities to help displaced animals, initially taking in over 40 pets. Harvilicz emphasizes that evacuees should bring their […]
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Source: Pet Food Industry AI technology in pet food formulation is still in its early stages, according to Ian Mealey, product marketing director at Format Solutions. While adoption has been slow, AI shows potential in areas such as optimizing ingredient quality, cost, and availability, ensuring compliance with market regulations, and capturing feedback on product performance. For […]
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Source: One Health Initiative The Coalition for Veterinary Professional Associates (CVPA) highlights a critical shortage of Veterinary professionals in the U.S., threatening animal welfare, public health, and the human-animal bond. During a December 2024 meeting in Orlando, keynote speaker Dr. Michael J. Blackwell emphasized the OneHealth initiative and the need to address barriers to Veterinary care. Key issues include […]
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Source: WVTF Researchers at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine and Virginia Tech are developing a non-invasive device to treat brain cancer in dogs using focused ultrasound technology, with hopes of adapting it for human use. The device, based on histotripsy, employs soundwaves to create bubbles at a precise point within the body, mechanically destroying tumor cells without the […]
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Source: KSNT Tularemia, also known as rabbit fever, is a rare tick-borne disease increasingly reported in Midwestern states, including Kansas. A CDC report covering 2011–2022 found 2,462 cases nationwide, with half occurring in Kansas, Arkansas, Missouri, and Oklahoma. Kansas alone accounted for 11% of cases, primarily during May to September. Tularemia spreads through tick and […]
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Source: Veterinary Practice News AI is revolutionizing Veterinary medicine, particularly in diagnostic imaging, by enhancing efficiency and accuracy. Tools like AIS RapidRead™, developed by Antech Imaging Services, combine AI-driven machine learning with the expertise of board-certified Veterinary radiologists. Trained on over 16 million radiographs, AIS RapidRead achieves 95% accuracy, assisting with quick evaluations of common findings within 10 […]
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Source: Houston Public Media Houston Matters recently featured Dr. Lori Teller, a veterinarian from Meyerland Animal Clinic and Texas A&M University, to address questions about dog and cat care. Dr. Teller discussed feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), a historically deadly virus for cats, explaining its symptoms, diagnosis, and advancements in treatment. She also answered various pet care queries, including […]
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Source: Pet Food Industry John Gibbons of PetBusinessProfessor.com reported a notable increase in November 2024’s year-over-year (YOY) “petflation” to 2.9%, up from October’s 2.0%. This rise follows a rare price drop of -0.3% between October and November, an occurrence seen only six times since 1997. However, the 2.9% rate remains below the long-term average of 3.1%. […]
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Source: France 24 The Egalitte vaccine, developed by researchers at the University of Chile, offers a groundbreaking alternative to surgical castration for dogs. It temporarily prevents sexual behavior and reproduction by stimulating antibodies that block sex hormone production for up to a year in both male and female dogs. As the first vaccine of its kind globally […]
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