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Source: Virginia Mercury  Virginia is set to implement updated regulations for animal waste management from farming operations, despite ongoing debates over how to handle older earthen lagoons that pose a higher risk of groundwater pollution. Governor Glenn Youngkin approved the new rules, which will apply to 108 animal feed operations and take effect on November […]

Source: The Verge  The Jackson Hole Travel & Tourism Board in Wyoming has introduced an open-source Instagram filter designed to help tourists maintain a safe distance from wildlife when taking photos. This tool, called the Selfie Control filter, allows users to gauge their proximity to animals by aligning an animal’s outline in the filter with […]

Source: AP News  Jarrick Bernard-Converse, a New York Jets cornerback, has long harbored a passion for animals, aspiring to become a veterinarian alongside his football career. Growing up in Shreveport, Louisiana, he frequently cared for sick pets and pursued a degree in pre-Veterinary animal science at Oklahoma State University, choosing the school specifically for its […]

Source: Local 10  A juvenile cheetah named Winston at Zoo Miami is recovering after surgery to repair a leg fracture, as confirmed by zoo spokesman Ron Magill. Winston is believed to have fractured his rear left leg while running in his habitat, although the injury was not witnessed. The zoo staff discovered the injury on […]

Source: AVMA News  Delivering culturally responsive end-of-life care in Veterinary medicine is essential, particularly when handling the sensitive decisions surrounding pet euthanasia. Melody Martinez, president of the Multicultural Veterinary Medical Association (MCVMA), emphasized the importance of respecting clients’ cultural, religious, and personal beliefs during such times at the AVMA Convention 2024. Culturally responsive care involves […]

Source: WTOC 11 Animal rescues in Savannah, Georgia, faced significant challenges due to recent flooding. The Humane Society for Greater Savannah and Renegade Paws Rescue both experienced water damage, prompting emergency responses. The Humane Society successfully fostered out over 90 dogs in just three hours and will resume normal operations on Thursday, with many of […]

Source: RollingStone  During the Covid-19 pandemic, pet ownership in the U.S. surged, coinciding with rising pet medical costs. Fortune highlighted a key reason: Private equity firms, like JAB Holding Company, have acquired nearly 30% of Veterinary practices. JAB, known for investments in bakery chains and beverage companies, has expanded into specialty and emergency Veterinary hospitals […]

Source: American Heartworm Society  The American Heartworm Society (AHS) has launched “Heartworms Unraveled,” a series of five video-based training modules for Veterinary practices. These modules cover heartworm biology, life cycle, epidemiology, testing, prevention, treatment, and feline heartworm disease. The training is led by AHS board specialists and member Paola Dominguez-Lopez, who offers client education tips. […]

Source: K8 News  Jonesboro Animal Services, typically rescuing cats and dogs, recently rescued a bearded dragon found wandering near a local business on Gee Street. Officer Traci Troutman responded to the unusual call, noting that such rescues are rare but exciting. The reptile, possibly released or accidentally escaped, was temporarily named “David” by the animal […]

Source: Interesting Engineering  The decision to undergo knee replacement surgery is challenging for pet owners, given the financial burden and potential severe outcomes if the surgery fails. In the U.S., determining the best treatment for pets’ knee injuries is a common dilemma. To address this, five seniors from Texas A&M University’s Biomedical Engineering Department are […]

Source: Cornell Chronicle  A study on horses has revealed that 42% of miscarriages and spontaneous abortions in the first two months of pregnancy are due to triploidy, a condition involving an extra set of chromosomes. This finding is significant as it aligns with similar chromosomal error patterns in human pregnancies. The research, led by Mandi […]

Source: WAFB 9  As temperatures soar into the triple digits, pet owners in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, are urged to monitor their pets closely to prevent heat stroke. The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine’s emergency team treated six overheated pets in one week, highlighting the danger. Communications manager Ginger Guttner emphasizes that if it’s too hot […]

Source: WBKO Kentucky is experiencing a rapid spread of parvovirus (Parvo), a deadly virus affecting dogs, with the state ranking fifth in the U.S. for the number of cases. Parvo targets the canine intestinal tract and, in severe cases, the heart, causing symptoms such as dehydration, bloating, fever, loss of appetite, and bloody diarrhea. The […]

Source: PR Newswire  The ASPCA has launched the latest ASPCA Supermarket Scorecard, ranking U.S. grocery retailers on farm animal welfare. This initiative is part of the ASPCA’s Shop with Your Heart® program, aimed at improving the lives of animals raised for food. The second annual scorecard evaluates supermarkets on eliminating inhumane farming practices from their […]

Source: Yahoo! Finance  Western University of Health Sciences has appointed John Tegzes, MA, VMD, Dipl. ABVT, as Dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine, effective July 15, 2024. Dr. Tegzes, with over 30 years of experience in clinical practice, academia, research, and leadership, joined WesternU in 2003 as an Associate Professor of Toxicology. He has […]

Source: UF Health  A new study by Jennifer Applebaum, Ph.D., at the University of Florida finds that while housing policies are becoming more pet-inclusive, housing insecurity is worsening. The study, published in Frontiers in Veterinary Medicine, analyzed 2019-2023 data from Human-Animal Support Services, revealing a rise in animals entering shelters due to housing loss, while […]

Source: AP News  Since July 26, sea lions have been stranding themselves along 155 miles of California coastline in Santa Barbara and Ventura counties, showing signs of domoic acid poisoning, a neurotoxin affecting their brain and heart. The Channel Islands Marine & Wildlife Institute reports an influx of daily calls about sick sea lions, primarily […]

Source: Purdue University  Dogs serve in various roles, including search and rescue, medical diagnosis, and emotional support. They are also instrumental in cancer research. A recent study led by Purdue veterinarian Dr. Deborah Knapp explored the link between cigarette smoke exposure and bladder cancer in Scottish terriers. The study followed 120 Scotties over three years, […]

Source: Arkansas State University  Work towards the future College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) at Arkansas State University (A-State) is progressing, with the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA) Council on Education recently conducting a consultative visit. Dr. Heidi Banse, the new dean of CVM, reported that the visit involved a review of facilities, policies, procedures, and […]

Source: Virginia Tech News  Virginia Tech faculty members Carla Savage and Sophie Wenzel, as 2024 Global Opportunity Initiative fellows, spent two weeks in Ethiopia to forge partnerships and conduct impactful global research. Their journey took them from Addis Ababa to Jimma University, focusing on community-engaged research addressing food insecurity and health challenges. Inspired by a […]