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by Editor | Sep 13, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: INDEPENDENT A new study reveals that heatwaves significantly impair bumble bees’ ability to detect floral scents, threatening their role as vital pollinators. Bumble bees are crucial to agriculture, pollinating crops that comprise about one-third of the... read more
by Editor | Sep 12, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: AVMA News Honey bees, often considered wildlife, face similar issues to food production animals, including antimicrobial resistance and health concerns. Dr. Kaitlyn Krebs, a bee veterinarian and beekeeper, emphasizes the need for veterinarians to learn about... read more
by Editor | Sep 12, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Live Science Cats’ dislike of closed doors is linked to their natural curiosity, desire for control, and fear of missing out (FOMO), according to experts. Dr. Karen Sueda, a Veterinary behaviorist, explains that cats want to know what’s behind a closed... read more
by Editor | Sep 11, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: KOCO News 5 The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry has partnered with the Farm Journal Foundation to address the state’s shortage of rural and food animal veterinarians. Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture, Blayne Arthur, emphasized... read more
by Editor | Sep 11, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: CBS 19 Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas, is spearheading a groundbreaking drone research project aimed at assessing the health of wild dolphins. The initiative, named Passive Health Assessment in Sea Mammals (PHASM), utilizes a... read more
by Editor | Sep 10, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: CIDRAP A study published in PLOS One analyzed data from Germany’s Veterinary practices, revealing that approximately 12% of Escherichia coli isolates from dogs and cats are resistant to third-generation cephalosporins, specifically cefovecin, the only... read more
by Editor | Sep 10, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: FDA The FDA’s recent guidance clarifies the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) requirements for veterinarians in prescribing animal drugs and establishing a veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR). According to the FDA, only licensed... read more
by Editor | Sep 10, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: AVMA News The CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) developed the “Impact Wellbeing Guide” to help healthcare employers reduce burnout and improve worker wellbeing. The guide offers six evidence-based action steps, including... read more
by Editor | Sep 9, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: AP NEWS Philadelphia International Airport celebrated the five-year anniversary of its Wagging Tails Brigade, a group of 23 therapy dogs dedicated to easing traveler stress. The celebration included birthday presents for the dogs, a customized cake, cupcakes... read more
by Editor | Sep 9, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Nebraska Examiner Sydney Hutchinson, a freshman at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, initially planned to attend Kansas State University for Veterinary school due to an attractive early admissions offer. However, her plans changed after learning about... read more
by Editor | Sep 8, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Forbes Cats are known for being picky eaters due to their acute sense of smell and preference for umami (savory) flavors over sweetness. Researchers from Northeast Agricultural University and the Shanghai Institute of Technology are investigating how to create... read more
by Editor | Sep 8, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: WSU Insider Washington State University researchers, led by Dr. Kelly Brayton, received an $800,000 grant to develop a safer, more effective vaccine for Anaplasma marginale, a tick-borne pathogen causing significant global economic losses in the cattle... read more
by Editor | Sep 7, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: The Jerusalem Post A recent Hebrew University of Jerusalem study highlights key factors influencing dairy farmers’ decisions on animal vaccinations. Diseases like botulism, brucellosis, and rabies pose risks to dairy cows, with vaccination critical to... read more
by Editor | Sep 7, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: VMBS News At the Society for Theriogenology’s Therio Conference held from July 25-27 in Oklahoma City, Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) achieved notable success. Faculty and students from the Equine Fertility Lab... read more
by Editor | Sep 6, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine Last month, the CDC revised its travel requirements for dogs returning from international trips, scaling back from stringent regulations to a simpler process. Initially, pets had to arrive through specific... read more
by Editor | Sep 6, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: The Western Producer A recent study from Alberta reveals that Strongylus vulgaris, a parasitic infection once thought to be well-controlled, is more prevalent in horses than previously recognized. Researchers at the University of Calgary examined 510 horses... read more
by Editor | Sep 5, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Pet Product News A recent Packaged Facts survey highlights that Canadian pet owners are facing increased financial strain due to rising pet product costs. According to the June 2024 survey, 70% of Canadian pet owners are spending more on pet products than... read more
by Editor | Sep 5, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: Parade Pets Recent research by Protexin Pet highlights the risks of relying on social media for dog care advice. The study reveals a significant increase in discussions about raw feeding, homemade diets, and home remedies like Epsom salt baths, driven by... read more
by Editor | Sep 4, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: STAT Barbara Natterson-Horowitz, a cardiologist and evolutionary biologist, argues that human medicine has been overly human-centered, overlooking valuable insights from animal health. Co-author of “Zoobiquity,” Natterson-Horowitz explores common... read more
by Editor | Sep 4, 2024 | Animal Health Industry
Source: dvm 360 In response to the increasing number of animals entering U.S. shelters, many have implemented foster care programs, placing animals in temporary homes provided by volunteers. A recent study led by Dr. Lauren Powell at the University of Pennsylvania... read more
