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by Editor | Aug 14, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: dvm360 The FDA has approved a 3-year expiration date for ropinirole ophthalmic solution (Clevor; Vetoquinol) when stored in its original packaging, extending its previous expiration by 12 months. This solution, indicated to induce vomiting in dogs, is the... read more
by Editor | Aug 13, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: The Hill A federal judge has denied ATS Tree Services’ request to block the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) from implementing a rule banning noncompete agreements, effective September 4. The FTC’s rule, issued in April, prohibits new noncompete... read more
by Editor | Aug 13, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: dvm360 Precision Equine Pharmacy in Bakersfield, California, has integrated with New Jersey-based Wedgewood Pharmacy, now operating as Wedgewood Equine. This merger enhances their service offering nearly 100 compounded equine medications and more comprehensive... read more
by Editor | Aug 12, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: AAHA Newstat Team USA’s women’s gymnastics team has a unique support member in Beacon, a therapy dog who played a vital role in the athletes’ mental well-being leading up to the Paris Games. Although Beacon, a 4-year-old golden retriever, couldn’t... read more
by Editor | Aug 12, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Science Since the H5N1 avian influenza virus appeared in U.S. dairy cattle in March, Colorado has mandated weekly milk sample testing from dairy farms to control the outbreak. This decision, effective from July 22, comes as Colorado reports the highest number... read more
by Editor | Aug 11, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: NAVTA Blue Ridge Community College and Nicole Getzloff, CVT, have been honored with the 2024 Student Chapter and Student Advisor of the Year Awards by the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA). NAVTA’s 100+ student chapters... read more
by Editor | Aug 11, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Hill’s Pet Nutrition Hill’s Pet Nutrition has released its 2024 State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report, highlighting increasing animal shelter intakes and declining adoption rates. According to Shelter Animals Count, 6.5 million cats and dogs... read more
by Editor | Aug 10, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Plant Based News The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has revised its stance on plant-based diets for dogs, now accepting them as “nutritionally sound” if they meet all dietary needs. This shift follows a review and growing evidence... read more
by Editor | Aug 10, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Pet Product News A survey by PetSmart Charities reveals that 75% of singles are disillusioned with dating apps, but owning a cat can enhance their dating prospects. The survey indicates that over two-thirds of singles view having a cat as appealing, with 71%... read more
by Editor | Aug 9, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: AVMA Judicious use of antimicrobials is essential across all species to ensure therapeutic efficacy, successful treatments, and minimized resistance. Antimicrobial resistance poses significant threats to animal health, food production, public health, and... read more
by Editor | Aug 9, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: WENY News Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is set to expand and upgrade its facilities with a $19.5 million capital investment. The Animal Health Diagnostic Center and the New York State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory are crucial... read more
by Editor | Aug 8, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: KCRA 3 The Los Angeles Zoo has achieved a record-breaking breeding season for California condors in 2024, with 17 chicks hatching, surpassing the previous record of 15 chicks set in 1997. This accomplishment is crucial for the critically endangered species,... read more
by Editor | Aug 8, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Three researchers at the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) received seed funding from the Comparative Cancer Biology Program for their cancer research. Funded by the Sandra Atlas Bass Endowment, these... read more
by Editor | Aug 7, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Michigan State University Veterinary professionals often join the field to help, yet access to veterinary services is a barrier for many due to high costs or remote locations. Michigan State veterinary students McKenna Adams, Hanna Burton, and Kathryn Hurt... read more
by Editor | Aug 7, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Scientific American A 16-foot spade-toothed whale, one of Earth’s rarest marine mammals, recently washed ashore in New Zealand’s Otago region, allowing scientists a rare opportunity to study this elusive species. First identified in 1874, the... read more
by Editor | Aug 6, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: American Kennel Club The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), alongside the American Kennel Club (AKC), has announced the first recipients of the AKC/AKC CHF Canine Sports Medicine & Rehabilitation Residency Program awards. Colorado State University and... read more
by Editor | Aug 6, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Worms and Germs Blog Shortly after posting, the U.S. CDC revised dog importation requirements, rendering this information historical. Updated information was posted on July 22, 2024. The FAQs, compiled with CVMA and CFIA, address key points about the rules.... read more
by Editor | Aug 5, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: The Guardian New research in France has found that hens can blush and display facial expressions, challenging Mark Twain’s notion that only humans blush. The study, led by Aline Bertin from the French National Research Institute for Agriculture, Food and the... read more
by Editor | Aug 5, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: CBS News Amy Branner’s 3-year-old Border Terrier, Oscar, struggles with social interactions at dog parks, becoming unpredictable near other dogs. To address this, Branner uses Sniffspot, an app connecting pet owners with homeowners willing to rent their... read more
by Editor | Aug 4, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: UPI New U.S. regulations, effective August 1, aim to prevent the reintroduction of dog rabies by tightening entry rules for dogs. These rules require proof of health, age (at least six months), microchipping, and updated vaccination records, along with CDC... read more
