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by Editor | Feb 20, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: dvm 360 A study from the Dog Aging Project (DAP) at Texas A&M University and Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine found that an owner’s age significantly influences their dog’s diet more than their education or income. Researchers analyzed data... read more
by Editor | Feb 18, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: CBS 17 The Wake County Animal Center in Raleigh, N.C., is temporarily closing for at least 30 days due to an outbreak of Streptococcus zooepidemicus (Strep zoo), a contagious respiratory illness in dogs. Three dogs at the shelter have died from the disease,... read more
by Editor | Feb 17, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: AZ Central JBS has partnered with stakeholders to donate 3 million livestock tags to improve cattle traceability in Pará, Brazil, aiming to track every head of cattle in the state by 2026. Pará, home to Brazil’s second-largest cattle herd, is the focus of this... read more
by Editor | Feb 14, 2025 | Agriculture, Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: AVMA News The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) has urged the AVMA Board of Directors to prioritize resources supporting veterinarians in rural practices. Their goal is to improve recruitment and retention by leveraging data-driven resources, partnering with other... read more
by Editor | Feb 13, 2025 | Animal Health News
Source: Atlanta News First The Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has detected rat lungworm, a dangerous parasite, in invasive apple and mystery snails found in the state. Originally from South America and East Asia, these snails are illegal in Georgia. Rat... read more
by Editor | Feb 11, 2025 | Agriculture, Animal Health News
Source: AP News The bald eagle, once an endangered species, has made a remarkable comeback. Once reduced to a single nest in New Jersey in the 1980s, the eagle population has surged to nearly 300 in the state, leading to its removal from endangered lists. The banning... read more
by Editor | Feb 10, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: The Guardian Rat populations are surging in major cities globally due to rising temperatures, according to a study published in Science Advances. Researchers analyzed rat sightings and infestation reports from 16 cities, finding significant increases in 11,... read more
by Editor | Feb 9, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: CBS News Blue Ridge Beef has recalled 5,700 lbs. of its Natural Mix dog food due to salmonella contamination, affecting products distributed in eight states: Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, Tennessee, and Rhode Island.... read more
by Editor | Feb 8, 2025 | Animal Health News
Source: NBC News A bear that attacked a man in Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, was confirmed to have rabies, the Pennsylvania Game Commission announced. The bear exhibited abnormal behavior by aggressively approaching and attacking Andrew Neirer, biting and scratching him... read more
by Editor | Feb 8, 2025 | Animal Health News
Source: AP News A rare “super pod” of over 1,500 Risso’s dolphins was filmed in Carmel Bay, off California’s central coast. Captain Evan Brodsky of Monterey Bay Whale Watch captured drone footage of the unusual event, as Risso’s dolphins typically travel in much... read more
by Editor | Feb 7, 2025 | Agriculture, Animal Health News
Source: Indiana Public Media Indiana Senate Bill 32 (SB 32) proposes allowing deer farmers to breed deer with genetic markers for resilience to chronic wasting disease (CWD), a fatal neurological illness in deer similar to mad cow disease. While deer farmers support... read more
by Editor | Feb 5, 2025 | Animal Health News
Source: WBRZ Dr. Sara Lyle, an associate professor at LSU specializing in theriogenology, has been named the Westminster Veterinarian of the Year, becoming the first LSU veterinarian to win the prestigious award. Selected from four finalists, Dr. Lyle will attend... read more
by Editor | Feb 3, 2025 | Animal Health News, Veterinary Practice
Source: dvm 360 The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC), in partnership with Chewy Health, announced the 2025 Chewy Veterinary Leaders Cohort, a program designed to support underrepresented second-year Veterinary students with financial... read more
by Editor | Feb 1, 2025 | Animal Health News
Source: Veterinary Practice News Veterinarian has been named the top job of 2025 by Indeed, emphasizing its growing importance as a profession merging specialized expertise with meaningful connections. Indeed’s annual rankings, based on salary, growth, and... read more
by Editor | Jan 24, 2025 | Animal Health News, Veterinary Practice
Source: CBS News The SPCA Monterey County is investigating a man accused of impersonating a veterinarian in Prunedale and Salinas, engaging in unlicensed Veterinary practices, and causing animal cruelty. The suspect allegedly performed examinations, prescribed... read more
by Editor | Jan 21, 2025 | Animal Health News
Source: CBS News A group opposing Colorado’s wolf reintroduction plan is pushing for a 2026 ballot initiative to repeal the program. Patrick Davis, campaign manager for Colorado Advocates for Smart Wolf Policy, is leading the effort, citing increased opposition to... read more
by Editor | Jan 21, 2025 | Animal Health News
Source: Pet Age The FDA has issued warning letters to six companies selling unapproved drugs claiming to treat seizures in dogs and cats. These products, available online and lacking FDA approval or veterinary oversight, have not been evaluated for safety or... read more
by Editor | Jan 16, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: DVM 360 Bird flu has been found in raw pet food, with cases reported in cats across multiple states, including California and Oregon. Affected products include Monarch Raw Pet Food and Northwest Naturals, with the latter recalling turkey-based food linked to a... read more
by Editor | Jan 11, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: WVTF Researchers at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine and Virginia Tech are developing a non-invasive device to treat brain cancer in dogs using focused ultrasound technology, with hopes of adapting it for human use. The device, based on... read more
by Editor | Jan 10, 2025 | Animal Health News
Source: KSNT Tularemia, also known as rabbit fever, is a rare tick-borne disease increasingly reported in Midwestern states, including Kansas. A CDC report covering 2011–2022 found 2,462 cases nationwide, with half occurring in Kansas, Arkansas, Missouri, and... read more
