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by Editor | May 28, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: National Hog Farmer Of the 183 countries in the World Organization of Animal Health, only 67 are free of foot-and-mouth disease, and only 38 are free of Classical Swine Fever Virus (CSFV). African Swine Fever Virus (ASFV) has been reported in 60 countries... read more
by Editor | May 27, 2024 | Animal Health News
Source: Virginia Tech News Lucy, a 12-year-old dog, is part of a transformative brain cancer study at Virginia Tech’s Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine. This research focuses on histotripsy, a cutting-edge therapy using focused ultrasound to... read more
by Editor | May 27, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Earth.com Researchers from Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) have shown that dogs can imitate human actions viewed in two-dimensional video projections. Using the “Do as I Do” training method, two dogs, Tara and Franc, were trained to replicate... read more
by Editor | May 26, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Animal Health News
Source: Statesman Journal Officials in Wallowa County, Oregon, are offering a $25,000 reward for information on the illegal poisoning of three gray wolves, two golden eagles, and other wildlife. This incident is part of a series of poisonings that have killed 19... read more
by Editor | May 25, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: KNWA Fox 24 The All Dogs Clinic in Rogers, Arkansas, has introduced a 24/7 microchip check station outside its building to help reunite lost pets with their owners more quickly. Megan Blackburn, the clinic’s practice manager, emphasizes the importance... read more
by Editor | May 22, 2024 | Animal Health News, Other
Source: Agriculture Dive The U.S. has unveiled a $200 million plan to enhance bird flu testing and biosecurity measures on dairy farms, aiming to prevent the virus from spreading to humans. The Agriculture Department will allocate $100 million to support biosecurity... read more
by Editor | May 20, 2024 | Animal Health News, Other
Source: dvm 360 Veterinary medicine is inherently stressful, with long hours, high responsibility, and the emotional toll of life-and-death decisions. This stress often extends beyond work, affecting personal life and relationships. The profession’s demands can... read more
by Editor | May 19, 2024 | Animal Health News
Source: Veterinary Practice News Nationwide’s recent pet claims report aims to help Veterinary professionals educate clients on common and uncommon pet conditions and their associated treatment costs. The report analyzed data from over 1.2 million insured pets... read more
by Editor | May 17, 2024 | Animal Health News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Axios Seattle Washington faces a Veterinary workforce shortage exacerbated by the pandemic pet adoption boom, leading to provider burnout and a heightened demand for services. The Washington State Veterinary Medical Association requested $5 million from... read more
by Editor | May 16, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: AP News In Canoas, Brazil, volunteers have established a temporary dog shelter in an abandoned warehouse to aid animals affected by severe floods in Rio Grande do Sul state. The shelter, responding to the ongoing crisis, is housing hundreds of dogs from the... read more
by Editor | May 16, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Forbes Advisor Pet health varies significantly across U.S. states, influenced by local environmental factors. A Forbes Advisor study ranked West Virginia as the highest risk state for pet illnesses, primarily due to tick infestations and other parasites like... read more
by Editor | May 15, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health News
Source: WGTL Two weeks after the USDA mandated testing and reporting for interstate dairy cattle movements due to bird flu concerns, Illinois reports no H5N1 cases. This follows detection in the U.S. milk supply, prompting increased biosecurity and monitoring in... read more
by Editor | May 15, 2024 | Animal Health News, Veterinary Practice
Source: VIN News Leaders of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) have criticized a report by the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC), arguing it exaggerated the need for more veterinarians and failed to respect the increasing... read more
by Editor | May 14, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: Shelter’s United Shelters United is developing a Veterinarian of Record Program to enhance access to Veterinary care for shelter pets and foster better collaborations between veterinarians and animal rescues. This initiative comes in response to the... read more
by Editor | May 13, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: PR Web Dr. Temple Grandin, a distinguished animal behaviorist and author, has been appointed the Director of Animal Wellbeing at Fear Free, an organization dedicated to promoting stress-free Veterinary care and compassionate animal handling. Announced on May... read more
by Editor | May 13, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: Hoard’s Dairyman As dairy farming advances in genetics, nutrition, and management, the task of drying off high-producing cows has become increasingly complex. High milk production complicates the traditional abrupt cessation of milking, raising the risk... read more
by Editor | May 12, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal, News
Source: Whole Dog Journal When facing a non-life-threatening emergency with your dog in the middle of the night, you now have the option to consult with a veterinarian online, thanks to telemedicine and teletriage services accessible via phone or online.... read more
by Editor | May 12, 2024 | Animal Health News, Equine
Source: The Horse Diagnostic tests are crucial for detecting and managing infectious diseases in horses, enabling veterinarians to quickly and effectively respond to various conditions. These tests, including clinical chemistry, hematology, serology, immunologic... read more
by Editor | May 11, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Animal Health News
Source: HuffPost Veterinarians and animal behaviorists provide insights on recognizing and enhancing the happiness of dogs. They emphasize that while dogs cannot communicate directly, observing certain behaviors and ensuring their basic needs are met can indicate... read more
by Editor | May 11, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: Drovers The Asian longhorned tick (ALT), recognized by the USDA as a significant threat to livestock, has spread across 19 U.S. states. Originating from East Asia, these ticks have a severe impact on beef and dairy cattle by feeding in large numbers, which... read more
