Source: 5 NBC DFW As thousands of fans attend World Cup matches in North Texas, specially trained “vapor wake” detection dogs are playing a critical role in stadium security. Unlike traditional explosive-detection dogs, vapor wake K-9s can detect trace amounts of explosive materials on people moving through crowded areas, including those carrying explosives in backpacks, purses, or concealed devices. One […]
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Source: Today’s Veterinary Business Despite ongoing economic uncertainty, pet owners continue to prioritize spending on their pets, viewing them as valued family members rather than discretionary expenses. According to Rover’s seventh Cost of Pet Parenthood Report, 92% of pet owners say their pets add significant value to their lives, while 56% would reduce other household expenses before cutting spending on […]
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Source: WGAL 8 The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture has issued a quarantine order after cases of the destructive New World screwworm were confirmed in the United States. Although no cases have been found in Pennsylvania, state officials are taking preventive action to protect livestock, pets, wildlife, and the agricultural economy. Effective June 9, the order restricts the movement of […]
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Source: AP News A month-old pony named Mile has become an unusual resident of a fourth-floor apartment in the coastal Croatian town of Rovinj. His owners, Andjelka Josipovic and Kristijan Jelenic, brought him into their small flat after his mother rejected him at birth and he underwent surgery for a life-threatening infection in neighboring Slovenia. Donations from supporters helped […]
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Source: Vet Times A new Veterinary application has been demonstrated for Seracam, a portable hybrid gamma-optical imaging camera originally developed for human medicine. The technology was recently used at the Feline Hyperthyroidism Treatment Centre in Athens, Greece, to perform thyroid scintigraphy on eight cats suspected of having hyperthyroidism. Led by veterinarian Dr. Sossanna Bourmpou, the scans provided detailed images […]
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Source: Feedstuffs The University of Florida has received a $9.5 million estate gift to support research aimed at protecting cattle and other livestock from disease-carrying pests. The donation establishes the Carrie W. Earls Mosquito and Pest Eradication in Beef Cattle Fund, benefiting researchers at the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) and College of Veterinary Medicine. The funding will […]
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Source: MSN Three months after Nebraska’s Cottonwood Fire burned thousands of acres across Lincoln and Dawson counties, ranchers are continuing to experience livestock losses linked to smoke and soot exposure. Goat rancher Wade Craig of Farnam initially believed his herd had survived the fire without major losses, but about a month later animals began dying from complications. Veterinary examinations […]
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Source: USDA The U.S. Department of Agriculture has issued a directive aimed at expanding livestock grazing on National Forest lands and strengthening support for American ranchers. Announced by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, the policy advances a joint USDA–Department of the Interior grazing initiative designed to restore multiple-use management on federal lands and reduce regulatory barriers affecting livestock producers. The directive […]
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Source: Brownfield Ag News Ohio State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is using mentorship to help address the shortage of large-animal veterinarians in rural communities. Through its Large Animal Rural Veterinary Mentoring Program, students gain firsthand exposure to the realities of rural Veterinary practice, including both clinical work and the business and financial aspects of running a […]
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Source: AVMA As the United States marks its 250th anniversary, the Veterinary profession is reflecting on its own rich history and lasting contributions to society. The article traces the evolution of Veterinary medicine from early advocacy by leaders such as George Washington and Benjamin Rush through the establishment of Veterinary education and professional organizations. The 1862 Morrill Land Grant […]
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Source: Vet Help Direct Price and value are not the same when it comes to Veterinary care. Price refers to the cost of a service, while value includes the quality of care, expertise provided, convenience, facilities, follow-up support, and how well the service meets a pet owner’s needs. Lower-priced Veterinary services are not always the […]
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Source: AVMA New data from the AVMA show that while new equine Veterinarians appear to graduate with less educational debt than their peers, the financial picture is more complex. In 2025, graduates entering equine practice reported average DVM debt of $148,061 compared to $176,391 for other graduates. However, a significant reason for the lower average is that 25.2% of equine graduates […]
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Source: University of Kentucky Researchers at the University of Kentucky’s Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment have secured more than $1.8 million in USDA funding to advance equine health research. The five projects focus on major challenges affecting horse health, reproduction, disease prevention, and performance. Studies include developing new vaccine strategies for equine rotavirus, a leading cause of severe […]
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Source: KETV 7 The Nebraska Humane Society hosted an alumni reunion and fundraiser at Omaha Dog Bar, bringing together dozens of former shelter dogs and their adoptive families for a celebration of successful adoptions. The event gave former shelter pets an opportunity to reunite with Humane Society staff and fellow adopted dogs while showcasing the positive outcomes of […]
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Source: AVMA The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) reported continued improvements in Thoroughbred racing safety, with the fatal injury rate declining 47% since 2009 and falling 3.6% from 2024 to 2025. However, HISA’s 2025 Annual Metrics Report identified several ongoing concerns, including higher fatality rates among 2-year-old horses, increased fatalities near the end of racing seasons, and elevated […]
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Source: 12 News Arizona is experiencing a sharp increase in canine parvovirus cases, with infections rising 250% compared to the same period last year. Veterinarians are urging pet owners to take preventive action, particularly for puppies, which are most vulnerable to the highly contagious and potentially fatal disease. Parvovirus attacks a dog’s digestive and immune systems and can […]
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Source: Pet Business Professor Petflation slowed in May 2026, but pet-related prices remain historically high and continue to affect consumer spending patterns. Overall pet inflation declined from 3.8% in April to 3.2% in May, while the broader U.S. Consumer Price Index rose 4.2% year-over-year. Veterinary Services remain a major contributor to pet inflation, with prices up 4.9% […]
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Source: Morning Journal Dr. Robert McMillin, a 1957 graduate of Lorain High School, is celebrating 54 years as a veterinarian after opening McMillin’s Clinic in Greenwich, Ohio, in 1972. His journey into Veterinary medicine began after serving in the U.S. Marines and working with racehorses, which inspired him to pursue a Veterinary career. After earning an associate […]
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Source: KCENTV The Texas A&M Veterinary Emergency Team is deploying to the Texas Hill Country to assist state officials in responding to rising cases of New World Screwworm, a dangerous parasite that threatens livestock, pets, wildlife, and the agricultural economy. An initial team of 12 faculty and staff members from the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences will support […]
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Source: VIN News Colorado is continuing its efforts to implement the nation’s first Veterinary Professional Associate (VPA) role, a midlevel practitioner position approved by voters in 2024 to improve access to Veterinary care. A major issue under consideration is who will oversee credentialing and licensing examinations for VPAs. Although the Colorado State Board of Veterinary Medicine initially selected the American Association […]
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