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by Editor | Apr 27, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Forbes The pet industry thrived in 2023, with a $303 billion contribution to the economy, a 16% increase from 2022. Petcare product sales surged in early 2024, outpacing other consumer goods categories, with expected revenue growth of nearly 3%. Pet... read more
by Editor | Apr 27, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: The National Tribune Cornell University’s Department of Animal Science unveils groundbreaking animal respiration stalls, a first in the U.S., made possible by collaborations with industry, government, and local farmers. The facility enables research on... read more
by Editor | Apr 26, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: The Canine Review Nationwide Pet Insurance is sending non-renewal letters to policyholders across the country, sparking concerns among pet owners. The company has not clarified which policies or states are affected. Former executives reveal financial... read more
by Editor | Apr 26, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: Fox Carolina Warren Wilson College in Asheville, NC, will become pet-friendly, allowing students to bring pets to designated residence halls for an annual fee. Pet-free halls will also be available. Accepted pets include dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and more.... read more
by Editor | Apr 25, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Fox 8 Starting in July, Virginia will ban veterinarians from declawing cats except for therapeutic reasons. Governor Glenn Youngkin signed the bill from Del. Marty Martinez, prohibiting declawing unless it’s medically necessary or to protect the... read more
by Editor | Apr 25, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: Kansas State University Kansas State University Olathe introduces a unique graduate certificate in Data Analytics and Insights in Animal Health, aimed at professionals seeking to excel in the rapidly growing field of Animal Health data and technologies. The... read more
by Editor | Apr 24, 2024 | Animal Health News, Other
Source: dvm 360 The North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) awarded Texas A&M’s Veterinary Emergency Response Team (VET) $10,000 for their response to the historic Smokehouse Creek fire in the Texas Panhandle and dedication to Veterinary education. The fire,... read more
by Editor | Apr 23, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: The Guardian The Mendocino Coast Humane Society, facing a surge in animal intake, grapples with the daily challenges of animal cruelty and overpopulation. Despite efforts to communicate the crisis, public understanding remains limited. Workers like Sierra and... read more
by Editor | Apr 23, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: AVMA News The AVMA Board of Directors has approved a plan to tackle the shortage of Veterinary specialists in academic roles at Veterinary colleges. Proposed by the AVMA Veterinary Specialty Organizations Committee (VSOC), the plan aims to establish a task... read more
by Editor | Apr 22, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: Feed Strategy The World Health Organization (WHO) identifies antimicrobial resistance as a major global health concern, with an estimated annual death toll of 4.95 million. Dr. Justin Tan, from Kemin Animal Nutrition & Health, underscores the importance of... read more
by Editor | Apr 22, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Animal Health News
Source: dvm 360 Vetster has introduced the Pet Friendly Workplace Certification to promote pet-inclusive workplaces. Amazon, TribalScale, Spot Pet Insurance, and DECIEM are among the first recipients, recognized for their pet-friendly approaches. The certification... read more
by Editor | Apr 20, 2024 | Animal Health News, Other
Source: Colorado Sun The emergence of white nose syndrome (WNS) in bats across Colorado is raising concerns about the vital role these creatures play in pest control and the state’s economy. Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) has received reports of sick or dead... read more
by Editor | Apr 20, 2024 | Animal Health News, Other
Source: CBS News The highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been detected in another flock in Michigan’s Newaygo County, marking the seventh flock in the state within two years. MDARD is responding with quarantine measures and depopulating affected birds... read more
by Editor | Apr 19, 2024 | Animal Health News, Other
Source: Salon A fearsome matriarchal warlord, the banded mongoose commands a posse of 30, terrifying even honey badgers with her mighty flatulence. With roots dating back over 65 million years, she revels in violence and leads her tribe with ferocity. Mongoose... read more
by Editor | Apr 19, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Today’s Veterinary Practice The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) has approved new regulations for pet food labels to enhance consumer understanding. Key changes include prominently displaying the term “complete” for... read more
by Editor | Apr 18, 2024 | Agriculture, Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: Farm and Dairy Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been found in dairy cows across eight states, leading to movement restrictions and increased testing. The USDA confirmed cases in North Carolina, South Dakota, and Michigan, with a total of 28 dairy... read more
by Editor | Apr 18, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: dvm 360 The University of California, Davis, has acquired a building in San Diego to establish the Janice K. Hobbs UC Davis Veterinary Medical Center Southern California, scheduled to open in fall 2025 after renovations. Named after philanthropist Jan Hobbs,... read more
by Editor | Apr 17, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: dvm 360 Several U.S. states, including Alabama, Arizona, and California, have imposed restrictions on domestic cattle importations from areas where highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (HPAI) has been detected, particularly avian influenza Type A H5H1. The... read more
by Editor | Apr 17, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: dvm 360 The FDA has approved Pradofloxacin injection for treating respiratory diseases in cattle and swine. Pradofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone-class antimicrobial, is available by prescription from licensed veterinarians as a single injection. For cattle,... read more
by Editor | Apr 16, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Animal Health News
Source: The Guardian CVS Group, a major UK veterinary chain, reported a potential personal data breach following a cyber-attack. Hackers gained unauthorized access to some of its IT systems, causing disruptions across its 500+ locations, mainly in Britain. The company... read more
