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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
by Editor | Apr 16, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: USA Today Kody Green’s journey with schizophrenia started in college, leading to drug abuse and prison. Diagnosed at 21, traditional treatments only partly helped. Four years later, Luna, his Jack Russell terrier mix, became his lifeline, aiding him in... read more
by Editor | Apr 15, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: USA Today A recent bird flu outbreak in Texas and Kansas has prompted investigations after reports of one human case and infections in dairy cows. The virus, identified as avian influenza A (H5N1), affected cows and one person, causing conjunctivitis. The CDC... read more
by Editor | Apr 15, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: PR Newswire The Banfield Foundation’s 2023 Impact Report reveals how $3.3 million in grants facilitated Veterinary care, disaster relief, and preventive care initiatives. The Foundation prioritized underserved communities, providing free preventive care,... read more
by Editor | Apr 14, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: Bovine Veterinarian After wildfires in the Texas Panhandle, the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory warns livestock owners of potential respiratory issues in surviving animals due to smoke inhalation. Dr. Alexis Thompson anticipates... read more
by Editor | Apr 14, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: dvm360 A study by WSU’s Program for Individualized Medicine revealed that cats with the MDR1 genetic mutation face severe risks from eprinomectin, found in some parasite preventives. The mutation hampers protective mechanisms against the drug, leading to... read more
by Editor | Apr 12, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: High Plains Journal The U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Drug Administration, and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have detected highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus in laboratory samples from older dairy cows in Texas, Kansas, and... read more
by Editor | Apr 11, 2024 | Animal Health News, Other
Source: Phys.org A collaborative effort between the National Marine Mammal Foundation, the U.S. Navy Marine Mammal Program, and the Gilbert Lab at UCSD School of Medicine and Scripps Institution of Oceanography successfully conducted fecal microbiota transplantations... read more
by Editor | Apr 11, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock
Source: Reuters The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed avian flu in milk samples from sick cattle in Kansas and Texas, but assured the public of the safety of the milk supply. The virus, typically affecting birds, has now reached mammals. Investigations are... read more
by Editor | Apr 10, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: dvm360 VolitionRx Limited has partnered with Fujifilm Vet Systems Co. Ltd to launch the Nu.Q Vet Cancer test for veterinarians in Japan. The agreement allows Fujifilm Vet Systems to sell and perform cancer screenings using the test across its network of... read more
by Editor | Apr 9, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: FOOD Engineering The pet food market has witnessed significant growth in new product launches, with about one-third of introductions coming from new companies or brands, surpassing trends in human food. Lynn Dornblaser, Mintel Consulting’s director of... read more
by Editor | Apr 9, 2024 | Animal Health News, Other
Source: Phys.org Scientists at the USDA’s Agricultural Research Service have devised an edible antiviral treatment to safeguard honey bees from deformed wing virus (DWV) and other viral threats. DWV and similar viruses have been linked to mass bee colony deaths... read more
by Editor | Apr 7, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: PR Newswire The ASPCA released a report critiquing the USDA’s enforcement of the Animal Welfare Act in licensed facilities during the 2023 fiscal year. Despite over 1,000 violations found at more than 400 dog dealers, only four faced consequences.... read more
by Editor | Apr 6, 2024 | Animal Health News, Other
Source: VIN News The United Kingdom’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is considering measures to address concerns about lack of competition in the Veterinary sector. This includes capping prescription fees and potentially forcing large companies to sell... read more
by Editor | Apr 6, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Good News From Finland Finland’s Hau-Hau Champion has introduced a groundbreaking automatic dispenser, a global first, enabling dogs to sample pet food. Resembling a traditional dog house, the dispenser employs AI-driven image recognition and blue-light... read more
