Source: Pet Business Professor In August 2024, deflation accelerated in commodities to -1.2%, affecting consumer spending despite high cumulative prices. Total retail sales rose 53% compared to the 92-23 average, while Relevant Retail saw a 73% increase, both lower than July figures. The Census Bureau’s Monthly and Advance Retail Sales Reports, used to track retail […]
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Source: CTV News A Winnipeg pet rescue, Save A Dog Network, has issued a warning about a potential parvovirus outbreak in Manitoba, with dozens of cases reported. The virus, highly contagious and often deadly, has been affecting puppies, especially in northern regions where access to Veterinary care is limited. Founder Katie Powell expressed concern over […]
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Source: Pork Business The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) has opposed the USDA’s proposed rulemaking on “Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets,” which addresses unfair practices under the Packers and Stockyards Act (PSA). While NPPC supports effective PSA enforcement for competitive pricing, they believe the proposal could harm pork producers by increasing frivolous litigation. […]
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Source: Cornell Chronicle The College of Veterinary Medicine and NY FarmNet, in collaboration with Rural Minds, has launched a free online course titled “Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in Rural America.” Aimed at Veterinary students, veterinarians, and agribusiness professionals, the course addresses mental health issues, including suicide, prevalent in rural communities, and offers practical strategies […]
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Source: PR Newswire 3B Scientific, a leading manufacturer of medical and scientific educational products, has announced its acquisition of Veterinary Simulator Industries (VSI), a prominent developer of Veterinary simulation models. VSI is known for creating highly realistic Veterinary simulators that enhance Veterinary training through practical, hands-on experiences. Todd Murray, CEO of 3B Scientific, expressed enthusiasm […]
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Source: Pork Business The Ohio Pork Council has spearheaded a coalition of 11 agricultural groups to intervene in a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), filed by the Environmental Law and Policy Center (ELPC) on May 1, 2024. ELPC claims that the Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) for nutrients, particularly phosphorus, in the […]
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Source: Midwest Veterinary Supply Midwest Veterinary Supply Inc. has announced its acquisition of Victor Medical Company, a Veterinary distributor based in Irvine, California. This strategic move aims to expand Midwest’s market reach and diversify its product offerings for the Veterinary community. Jeff Burkhamer, President of Midwest Veterinary Supply, expressed excitement about the acquisition, highlighting the […]
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Source: Reuters The Environmental Working Group (EWG) is suing Tyson Foods for allegedly misleading consumers about its climate commitments, claiming the company has not provided meaningful plans to achieve its stated goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. The lawsuit, filed in D.C. Superior Court, challenges Tyson’s marketing of “climate-friendly” beef, which is advertised as having […]
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Source: dvm 360 The FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine has established four Animal and Veterinary Innovation Centers (AVICs) to advance the goals of its Animal and Veterinary Innovation Agenda (AVIA), announced in September 2023. These centers will receive funding to enhance regulatory science and develop innovative products for animal health. The AVICs will focus on […]
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Source: AVMA News New bipartisan legislation, the People and Animals Well-being (PAW) Act (H.R. 9508), has been introduced in Congress to help Americans manage Veterinary costs by allowing pet-related expenses to be covered under health savings accounts (HSAs) and flexible spending accounts (FSAs). The bill enables pet owners to use up to $1,000 for Veterinary […]
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Source: KSBW 8 Benny and Susanne Anguiano, a couple from Salinas, reunited with their beloved cat, Rayne Beau, after losing him in Yellowstone National Park. During their trip, Rayne Beau was startled and ran off, leading the couple to spend days searching for him without success. They left Yellowstone heartbroken but hopeful. Sixty days later, […]
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Source: 12 News Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and NY Farm Net have partnered with Rural Minds to launch a free online mental health and suicide prevention course. This course is designed to provide practical strategies and resources for rural Americans to address mental health challenges. Adam Howell, Outreach Director for NY Farm Net, […]
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Source: Today’s Veterinary Business Rowan University’s Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine has reached the halfway point in constructing its 162,000-square-foot facility. The milestone was marked by the signing of a 7-foot, 300-pound steel beam, with the first signature by businessman Gerry Shreiber, who donated $30 million for Veterinary student scholarships. The school’s founding dean, Dr. […]
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Source: Pet Age Recent changes in the collaboration between the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) and the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) will impact the regulation and approval of pet food ingredients. Since 2007, the two organizations worked under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), but this agreement will expire on October 1, […]
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Source: 4WWL The St. Tammany Parish no-kill animal shelter in Lacombe, Louisiana, is over capacity following an influx of animals during and after a recent storm. The shelter is struggling to accommodate the large number of dogs and cats, putting many at risk of euthanasia if they are not adopted or fostered soon. Shelter Director […]
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Source: yahoo! finance Mars has announced changes to its operations in Russia following the country’s invasion of Ukraine. The company, employing nearly 6,000 staff in Russia, will “scale back” its business while continuing to sell human and pet food locally. Profits from its Russian operations will be directed toward humanitarian causes, and the company has […]
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Source: Pet Business Professor The Consumer Price Index (CPI) peaked in June 2022 at 9.1% and began to decline, with fluctuations until August 2024. Petflation, or inflation in the pet industry, has generally remained above the national CPI, reflecting distinct patterns across different pet segments. While grocery prices and overall U.S. inflation slowed recently, pet […]
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Source: Pet Age Congresswomen Claudia Tenney (NY-24) and Deborah Ross (NC-02) introduced the People and Animals Well-being (PAW) Act, aiming to allow pet owners to use Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for Veterinary care expenses. The proposed bill amends Internal Revenue Code Section 213(d), enabling up to $1,000 from these accounts […]
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Source: Advanced Science News A study published in Advanced Science reveals that dogs and humans experience neural synchrony, or interbrain coupling, during friendly interactions, a phenomenon previously observed only within humans. Using electroencephalography (EEG), researchers measured brain activity in human-dog pairs over multiple days and found that interbrain coupling increased as familiarity grew, particularly during […]
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Source: dvm360 The bipartisan People and Animals Well-being (PAW) Act, introduced in Congress by Representatives Deborah Ross (D-NC) and Claudia Tenney (R-NY), aims to expand Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) to cover Veterinary care expenses. The bill would allow pet owners to use up to $1,000 from their HSAs or FSAs […]
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