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by Editor | Jul 11, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: dvm 360 Paw Prosper, a pet health company, has launched two scholarships to support veterinary students and professionals: the Paw Prosper Student of Veterinary Medicine Scholarship and the Paw Prosper Continuing Education Scholarship. These scholarships aim... read more
by Editor | Jul 11, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: dvm 360 The rise in demand for telemedicine has led to the enactment of the Providing Equity in Telehealth Services (PETS) Act (House Bill 849) in Florida. Effective July 1, 2024, this bill authorizes veterinarians to practice telehealth, allowing for online... read more
by Editor | Jul 9, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: dvm 360 The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) House of Delegates recently updated the Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics (PVME) during the 2024 AVMA Convention in Austin, Texas. The revised PVME emphasizes three core principles: stewardship,... read more
by Editor | Jul 7, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Frontiers Non-tuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) can cause non-specific reactions to bovine tuberculosis (bTB) tests, complicating eradication efforts. In Spain, 373 NTM isolates from skin test-positive cattle in tuberculosis-free (OTF) herds were identified... read more
by Editor | Jul 7, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: dvm 360 Natural and manmade disasters can severely impact veterinary hospitals, patients, and clients. To ensure preparedness, Veterinary hospitals and shelters should develop and annually update a written emergency plan and standard operating procedures... read more
by Editor | Jul 2, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Powder & Bulk Solids The US FDA issued Warning Letters to Toltrazuril Shop and Linessa Farms LLC on May 16, 2024, for selling Toltrazuril, an unapproved antiprotozoal drug used to treat coccidiosis and equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM) in various... read more
by Editor | Jul 2, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Vin News Starting August 1, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will enforce strict new rules to reduce the risk of rabies entering the country with dogs from any international location. This regulation applies to all dogs, whether... read more
by Editor | Jun 30, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: The Guardian Scientists are exploring the use of contraceptives to control wildlife populations humanely and effectively. Trials in the UK and Europe aim to deliver contraceptives to pigeons, wild boar, grey squirrels, and potentially other species like... read more
by Editor | Jun 29, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Health Day A study has found elevated mercury levels in dolphins off the coasts of Georgia and Florida, posing potential risks for human residents. Led by Colleen Bryan, researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology analyzed 175 skin... read more
by Editor | Jun 29, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: The Oregonian An outbreak of salmonella infections linked to pet bearded dragons has been reported by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Fifteen cases across nine states, mostly affecting children under 5, have been documented. The CDC... read more
by Editor | Jun 28, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Health Day Two cases of a diphtheria-like illness caused by Corynebacterium ulceran were reported in the U.S., involving transmission between humans and pets. In 2022, a Utah resident with a non-healing leg wound, diabetes, and multiple pets was found to have... read more
by Editor | Jun 28, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Washington Post Max Segal’s cat, Desperado, received a kidney transplant that significantly impacted Segal’s life due to the emotional support Desperado provided during Segal’s illness. The procedure, costing up to $25,000, is viewed by many... read more
by Editor | Jun 27, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Veterinary 33 A study published in the Journal of Dairy Science explores the use of positive reinforcement training (PRT) for dairy cows to reduce stress and improve handling experiences. Conducted at the University of British Columbia Dairy Education and... read more
by Editor | Jun 27, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Pet Food Industry In a recent analysis, Suzy Badaracco from Culinary Tides described the current economic situation, particularly in pet food markets, as in a “stall pattern.” Although inflation rates for pet food in the U.S. and some other... read more
by Editor | Jun 26, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Pet Age RedRover has allocated $438,900 in Safe Housing grants across various shelters to enhance or establish pet-friendly accommodations. This cycle marks a significant first with $200,000 dedicated to homeless shelters for creating pet-friendly spaces,... read more
by Editor | Jun 26, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Pet Age Only An Ocean has launched Poochie-Post, a novel pet gifting concept: edible, bacon-scented greeting cards tailored for dogs. These unique cards allow pet parents to send heartfelt messages to their furry companions through mail. Dogs can also engage... read more
by Editor | Jun 25, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Pet Age Dogtopia, a leading dog wellness franchise, celebrated a major achievement as its U.S. Dogtopia Foundation surpassed sponsoring 500 service dogs for veterans. This milestone highlights Dogtopia’s commitment to supporting veterans, having raised... read more
by Editor | Jun 25, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: 3 News Veterinarians in Las Vegas are urging pet owners to give their dogs and cats heartworm preventive medicine due to a significant rise in mosquito activity, which can be deadly for pets. The Southern Nevada Health District reported an early season peak... read more
by Editor | Jun 24, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Futurity A new study reveals that patients with schizophrenia or other psychotic disorders are three times more likely to have Bartonella DNA in their blood than those without these disorders, suggesting a possible link between vector-borne pathogens and... read more
by Editor | Jun 24, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: ABC 4 News A hound dog named Twiggy is recovering after veterinarians at the Charleston Animal Society discovered and removed three-foot-long kidney worms during a spay-neuter surgery. Twiggy, found on Johns Island, was suffering from Dioctophyme renale, or... read more
