by Editor | Aug 12, 2025 | Animal Health News
Pet rescue and adoption are cornerstones of animal welfare in communities around the world. As the human-animal bond deepens and awareness around animal welfare grows, the processes of rescuing, sheltering, and rehoming animals have evolved significantly. News related... read more
by Editor | Aug 9, 2025 | Animal Health News
The global pet industry has seen unprecedented growth in recent years, fueled by shifting consumer behaviors, technological advancements, and the evolving role of pets in the family. Today’s pet owners are more informed, emotionally connected, and invested in their... read more
by Editor | Aug 8, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Idaho News 6 Eagle, Idaho residents are taking extra steps to protect their pets as ticks appear earlier and in greater numbers this summer. Local veterinarians, including Dr. Zach Raptosh of Lake Shore Animal Hospital, report a significant uptick in tick... read more
by Editor | Aug 8, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: KVOE Kansas agricultural officials are warning ranchers about Theileria orientalis ikeda, a tick-borne illness affecting cattle. Transmitted by the Asian Longhorned tick, theileria resembles anaplasmosis but can infect calves, posing a broader threat. Dr. Greg... read more
by Editor | Aug 6, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: Live Science Researchers have discovered that Burmese pythons possess specialized intestinal cells that help process calcium from the bones of their prey, aiding in whole-prey digestion. Published in the Journal of Experimental Biology on June 25, the study... read more
by Editor | Aug 6, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Pet Age Joint health is important for dogs at every life stage, not just in their senior years. In fact, one in five adult dogs may already show signs of joint issues, often caused by genetics, weight, injuries, or activity levels. Since dogs frequently mask... read more
by Editor | Aug 5, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Animal Health News
Source: AVMA A New York trial court has allowed a claim for negligent infliction of emotional distress (NEID) to proceed in a case where a dog was struck and killed by a car, marking a rare instance of potential noneconomic damages tied to pet loss. The case involves... read more
by Editor | Aug 5, 2025 | Animal Health News
Veterinary medicine is a rapidly evolving discipline that combines clinical science, animal welfare, public health, technology, and increasingly, sustainability and client-centered care. With the growing role of pets in households, rising global concerns over zoonotic... read more
by Editor | Aug 3, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: AVMA Dr. Lori Teller has been honored with the 2025 AVMA Award, the highest recognition from the American Veterinary Medical Association, for her outstanding leadership and lifelong contributions to organized veterinary medicine. A 1990 graduate of Texas... read more
by Editor | Aug 2, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: WKYC Studios Starting in late September 2025, Ohio pet owners will have expanded access to Veterinary care thanks to new legislation signed by Governor Mike DeWine. The law allows licensed veterinarians in Ohio to offer real-time virtual appointments—commonly... read more
by Editor | Aug 2, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: PR Newswire K9 Resorts Luxury Pet Hotel has announced a major joint venture with its largest franchisee, Luxury Pet Hotel Investments, LLC (LPHI), marking a new phase of growth for the premium pet care brand. The 50-50 partnership gives LPHI management control... read more
by Editor | Aug 2, 2025 | Animal Health News
Animal health is an ever-evolving discipline that encompasses the prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and overall well-being of animals—whether they are pets, livestock, or wildlife. As society’s relationship with animals deepens and global health challenges intensify,... read more
by Editor | Aug 1, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Texas A&M Stories Small breed dogs, such as dachshunds and French bulldogs, are prone to herniated discs in their middle back, which can cause partial or full paralysis in the hind legs. Traditionally, treatment involved costly and invasive decompressive... read more
by Editor | Jul 30, 2025 | Animal Health News
Companion animals—our dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, and other pets—play a central role in the lives of millions of people around the world. As their importance in households continues to grow, so does the need for reliable, up-to-date information that supports their... read more
by Editor | Jul 29, 2025 | Animal Health News, Equine
Source: Paulick Report Summer travel with horses requires extra care to prevent heat stress, which can become dangerous in high temperatures and humidity. A key safety tip is to assess weather risk by adding the air temperature (°F) and relative humidity (%). A... read more
by Editor | Jul 27, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: City State Zip Code The United States, with its diverse habitats, is home to several native and non-native big cat species. Mountain lions (also called cougars or pumas) are the most widespread, found mainly in the West and slowly returning to parts of the... read more
by Editor | Jul 27, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Science Direct A study using data from over 43,000 U.S. dogs enrolled in the Dog Aging Project (DAP) reveals that nearly all pet dogs experience at least one moderate to serious behavioral issue, with many showing multiple problems. Unlike smaller or selective... read more
by Editor | Jul 27, 2025 | Animal Health News
Animal health is a multifaceted and ever-evolving field that encompasses the physical and mental well-being of animals across species—from domestic pets and livestock to wildlife and exotic species. As scientific understanding deepens and global challenges emerge,... read more
by Editor | Jul 24, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: science.org Scientists have developed a novel method to vaccinate vampire bats against rabies using their natural grooming behavior. In a recent study, researchers applied an oral rabies vaccine in a gel form to the fur of 24 bats in a Mexican colony. Within... read more
by Editor | Jul 23, 2025 | Animal Health News, News, Students
Source: KSL.com Utah State University (USU) is launching the state’s first four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program in August 2025, addressing a statewide shortage of veterinarians, especially in rural and agricultural areas. The inaugural class includes... read more
