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Source: CBC  Peter Savara and Katie Cacciotti from northeastern Ontario are raising awareness about blastomycosis, a fungal infection that led to the death of their dog, Stella. Stella developed coughing and weight loss, prompting a vet visit where the couple learned she had severe lung infection due to blastomycosis. The disease, caused by the fungus […]

Source: Oklahoma’s News 4  An investigation is underway in Elk City, Oklahoma, after the sudden deaths of 40 to 70 horses belonging to Beutler and Son Rodeo Co. The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry (ODAFF) was alerted on August 23 about a possible issue with a bulk feed order linked to the deaths. […]

Source: WCNC  NBCUniversal’s Clear the Shelters campaign aims to promote pet adoption by reducing or waiving fees, countering the misconception that such practices devalue pets or lead to higher return rates. Studies, including research by the ASPCA and Maddie’s Fund, show that pets adopted with reduced or waived fees are just as likely to remain […]

Source: yahoo! finance  BARK, a leading global dog brand, announced its pioneering role in creating the pet product industry’s first international safety standard for dog toys and launched a state-of-the-art testing lab. This lab, developed over two years, replicates real-world conditions using advanced technology to rigorously test toys for durability and safety, focusing on factors […]

Source: dvm 360  A study by the Croney Research Group, presented by Kayla Pasteur at the 2024 AVMA Conference, identified a significant gap in scientific literature concerning the impact of access to Veterinary care on animal welfare, particularly regarding behavior. Only 17% of publications reviewed examined this impact, and just 13% provided definitions of “access […]

Source: WSU Insider  Washington State University (WSU) researchers, led by Professor Kelly Brayton, have received an $800,000 grant to develop a safer and more effective vaccine for Anaplasma marginale, a tick-borne pathogen causing severe losses in the cattle industry worldwide. The project aims to overcome the limitations of current vaccines, which are ineffective against all […]

Source: Earth.com  A recent study published in PLOS ONE explores whether dogs using soundboard buttons to “speak” are genuinely communicating or simply responding to cues. Led by Federico Rossano, Associate Professor at UC San Diego, this research suggests that dogs trained with soundboard buttons understand specific words, responding appropriately regardless of who presses the button. […]

Source: INDEPENDENT  A new study reveals that heatwaves significantly impair bumble bees’ ability to detect floral scents, threatening their role as vital pollinators. Bumble bees are crucial to agriculture, pollinating crops that comprise about one-third of the global food supply. The study, conducted by researchers from the University of Würzburg, shows that exposure to extreme […]

Source: AVMA News  Honey bees, often considered wildlife, face similar issues to food production animals, including antimicrobial resistance and health concerns. Dr. Kaitlyn Krebs, a bee veterinarian and beekeeper, emphasizes the need for veterinarians to learn about honey bee care, an emerging field in Veterinary medicine. A 2017 federal rule requiring Veterinary prescriptions for certain […]

Source: Live Science Cats’ dislike of closed doors is linked to their natural curiosity, desire for control, and fear of missing out (FOMO), according to experts. Dr. Karen Sueda, a Veterinary behaviorist, explains that cats want to know what’s behind a closed door, driven by their instinct to monitor their territory for safety. Ingrid Johnson, […]

Source: KOCO News 5  The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry has partnered with the Farm Journal Foundation to address the state’s shortage of rural and food animal veterinarians. Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture, Blayne Arthur, emphasized that this shortage threatens agricultural livelihoods, rural economic growth, disease control, animal health, and public health. The partnership […]

Source: CBS 19  Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas, is spearheading a groundbreaking drone research project aimed at assessing the health of wild dolphins. The initiative, named Passive Health Assessment in Sea Mammals (PHASM), utilizes a specially designed “dolphin stealth drone” that approaches dolphins without disturbing them, collecting samples of their breath to […]

Source: CIDRAP  A study published in PLOS One analyzed data from Germany’s Veterinary practices, revealing that approximately 12% of Escherichia coli isolates from dogs and cats are resistant to third-generation cephalosporins, specifically cefovecin, the only one approved for veterinary use. Researchers examined 25,491 E. coli strains from 175,171 samples across 3,491 practices (33% of all […]

Source: FDA  The FDA’s recent guidance clarifies the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) requirements for veterinarians in prescribing animal drugs and establishing a veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR). According to the FDA, only licensed veterinarians can prescribe and dispense animal drugs, and they must comply with the federal VCPR, which cannot be established solely through […]

Source: AVMA News  The CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) developed the “Impact Wellbeing Guide” to help healthcare employers reduce burnout and improve worker wellbeing. The guide offers six evidence-based action steps, including reviewing hospital operations, building dedicated wellbeing teams, removing barriers to mental health support, and integrating wellbeing into quality improvement […]

Source: AP NEWS  Philadelphia International Airport celebrated the five-year anniversary of its Wagging Tails Brigade, a group of 23 therapy dogs dedicated to easing traveler stress. The celebration included birthday presents for the dogs, a customized cake, cupcakes for passersby, and an oversized birthday card for travelers to sign. The therapy dogs and their volunteer […]

Source: Nebraska Examiner  Sydney Hutchinson, a freshman at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, initially planned to attend Kansas State University for Veterinary school due to an attractive early admissions offer. However, her plans changed after learning about Nebraska’s new “Elite 11” Veterinarian Program, which fully funds six years of tuition for up to 11 Nebraska residents […]

Source: Forbes Cats are known for being picky eaters due to their acute sense of smell and preference for umami (savory) flavors over sweetness. Researchers from Northeast Agricultural University and the Shanghai Institute of Technology are investigating how to create more appealing cat food through flavor sprays. They developed four different chicken liver-based food sprays, […]

Source: WSU Insider  Washington State University researchers, led by Dr. Kelly Brayton, received an $800,000 grant to develop a safer, more effective vaccine for Anaplasma marginale, a tick-borne pathogen causing significant global economic losses in the cattle industry. Current vaccines are limited, requiring cold storage and failing to protect against all bacterial strains. The team […]

Source: The Jerusalem Post  A recent Hebrew University of Jerusalem study highlights key factors influencing dairy farmers’ decisions on animal vaccinations. Diseases like botulism, brucellosis, and rabies pose risks to dairy cows, with vaccination critical to preventing outbreaks. The study, grounded in the Theory of Planned Behavior, surveyed 340 Israeli dairy farmers and veterinarians. It […]