Source: EquiManagement Equine grass sickness (EGS) is a devastating disease with an 80% mortality rate, affecting both wild and domesticated equids worldwide. It damages the autonomic nervous system, leading to severe health issues like liver damage, heart damage, and total gastrointestinal stasis. Acute cases are fatal within two days, while chronic cases have a 50% […]
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Source: PetFood Industry Get Joy, a dog wellness company, released a research report titled “Chasing our Tails,” revealing a disconnect between dog owners’ intentions and actions regarding their pets’ health. Conducted by Torfac, the survey of 1,000 dog parents found that while 97% recognize the importance of diet for longevity, only 12% feed their dogs […]
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Source: dvm 360 Veterinary medicine is inherently stressful, with long hours, high responsibility, and the emotional toll of life-and-death decisions. This stress often extends beyond work, affecting personal life and relationships. The profession’s demands can lead to substance use as a coping mechanism, which can quickly become problematic. Substance use, including alcohol, cannabis, illicit drugs, […]
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Source: Veterinary Practice News Nationwide’s recent pet claims report aims to help Veterinary professionals educate clients on common and uncommon pet conditions and their associated treatment costs. The report analyzed data from over 1.2 million insured pets and identified the most common conditions among more than 40% of the 3.5 million claims filed. In 2023, […]
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Source: PR Newswire Unum Group has launched Unum Pet Insurance, expanding its financial protection benefits to include coverage for pets. Partnering with Nationwide, a leader in pet insurance with over 40 years of experience, Unum aims to meet the growing demand for pet insurance among employees. Unum Pet Insurance offers coverage for accidents, illnesses, wellness, […]
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Source: Feedstuffs The sixth annual Global Hog Industry Virtual Conference, hosted by National Hog Farmer, is scheduled for May 22 at 10 a.m. Central. The conference will focus on policy, performance, and profitability, featuring expert discussions on U.S. pork market trends, pork producer priorities, emerging disease threats, and biosecurity enhancements. Key topics include the impact […]
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Source: Reuters The Biden administration announced nearly $200 million in funding to combat avian flu (H5N1) among dairy cows, following detections in nine states since late March. The USDA will allocate $98 million, offering up to $28,000 per dairy farm for containment efforts and testing. The HHS will provide $101 million through the FDA and […]
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Source: STAT A recent study exploring the distribution of receptors in cow tissues that flu viruses like H5N1 can attach to reveals insights into the pattern of bird flu outbreaks among U.S. dairy cattle. The research, not yet peer-reviewed, found that cow mammary glands have numerous receptors suitable for avian flu viruses, correlating with observed […]
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Source: Axios Seattle Washington faces a Veterinary workforce shortage exacerbated by the pandemic pet adoption boom, leading to provider burnout and a heightened demand for services. The Washington State Veterinary Medical Association requested $5 million from legislators to fund 20 additional spots for in-state students at Washington State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, though the […]
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Source: AP News In Canoas, Brazil, volunteers have established a temporary dog shelter in an abandoned warehouse to aid animals affected by severe floods in Rio Grande do Sul state. The shelter, responding to the ongoing crisis, is housing hundreds of dogs from the flood-affected areas, providing treatment and food, with efforts intensified due to […]
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Source: Forbes Advisor Pet health varies significantly across U.S. states, influenced by local environmental factors. A Forbes Advisor study ranked West Virginia as the highest risk state for pet illnesses, primarily due to tick infestations and other parasites like whipworms and giardia. Rhode Island and New Jersey also presented high risks, with notable cases of […]
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Source: WGTL Two weeks after the USDA mandated testing and reporting for interstate dairy cattle movements due to bird flu concerns, Illinois reports no H5N1 cases. This follows detection in the U.S. milk supply, prompting increased biosecurity and monitoring in Illinois farms. Although H5N1 was initially detected in Texas livestock, likely transmitted by wild birds, […]
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Source: VIN News Leaders of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) have criticized a report by the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC), arguing it exaggerated the need for more veterinarians and failed to respect the increasing role of women in the profession. The controversial report projected a shortfall in veterinarian supply, estimating that […]
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Source: WATT Poultry Seaboard Corporation, which owns a 52.5% stake in Butterball, reported a significant decrease in both net income and net sales for its turkey operations in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024. The net income for this period was $15 million, a sharp decline from the $48 million recorded in the same […]
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Source: Shelter’s United Shelters United is developing a Veterinarian of Record Program to enhance access to Veterinary care for shelter pets and foster better collaborations between veterinarians and animal rescues. This initiative comes in response to the challenges faced by over 5,000 U.S. pet rescue organizations, which adopt out approximately 1.2 million pets annually and […]
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Source: PR Web Dr. Temple Grandin, a distinguished animal behaviorist and author, has been appointed the Director of Animal Wellbeing at Fear Free, an organization dedicated to promoting stress-free Veterinary care and compassionate animal handling. Announced on May 7, 2024, Grandin’s pioneering work in animal welfare and her commitment to improving the emotional lives of […]
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Source: Hoard’s Dairyman As dairy farming advances in genetics, nutrition, and management, the task of drying off high-producing cows has become increasingly complex. High milk production complicates the traditional abrupt cessation of milking, raising the risk of mastitis due to delayed udder involution, slower protective factor concentrations, and greater susceptibility to bacterial growth. Challenges specific […]
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Source: Whole Dog Journal When facing a non-life-threatening emergency with your dog in the middle of the night, you now have the option to consult with a veterinarian online, thanks to telemedicine and teletriage services accessible via phone or online. Telemedicine, which requires a pre-existing Veterinary-client-patient relationship (VCPR), allows your dog’s vet to provide guidance […]
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Source: The Horse Diagnostic tests are crucial for detecting and managing infectious diseases in horses, enabling veterinarians to quickly and effectively respond to various conditions. These tests, including clinical chemistry, hematology, serology, immunologic tests, microbiology, and molecular-based tests like PCR, have significantly advanced in terms of specificity and sensitivity, improving disease management. Common equine infectious […]
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Source: STAT The recent upload of H5N1 bird flu genetic sequence data to a public database by the USDA has drawn criticism for its lack of vital metadata, complicating efforts to track the virus’s evolution. Essential details like the time and location of sample collection were omitted, merely tagged with “USA” and “2024.” This absence […]
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