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by Editor | May 28, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Eastern Arizona Courier Veterinary care costs can surprise pet owners, as they reflect the full expense of services without the subsidies common in human healthcare. Rising prices are driven by inflation, COVID-19’s economic impact, and major advancements in... read more
by Editor | May 28, 2025 | Companion Animal, News, Students
Source: Columbia Tribune More than a decade after his family dog received cancer treatment at the University of Missouri’s Veterinary Health Center, Cot Fox, a 1971 journalism graduate, has contributed over $10 million to support Veterinary oncology research and... read more
by Editor | May 25, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: WTOP News As warmer weather draws more people and pets outdoors, concerns about tick exposure increase. However, Maryland veterinarian Dr. Victor Katz notes that ticks are active year-round, with more sightings in fall than in peak summer months. Ticks become... read more
by Editor | May 24, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: ABC News New York City’s iconic “bodega cats” are beloved by locals and visitors alike, but technically violate state health laws prohibiting animals in food-selling establishments. Despite this, many bodegas keep cats to deter pests like rodents and... read more
by Editor | May 24, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: NBC San Diego On a single day, the San Diego Humane Society (SDHS) took in an extraordinary 267 animals, highlighting the growing strain on animal services in Southern California. Among the intakes were 96 guinea pigs surrendered by an overwhelmed owner in... read more
by Editor | May 20, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: The Times Weekly State Senator Michael E. Hastings is advancing House Bill 3360, a measure aimed at ensuring Veterinary technicians in Illinois are properly licensed and trained through accredited programs. The bill would require anyone identifying as a... read more
by Editor | May 19, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: The Harvard Gazette At Harvard’s Canine Brains Lab, photographer Elias Weiss Friedman, known for “The Dogist,” participated in an empathy experiment with Sasha, the Harvard University Police Department’s community engagement dog. Run by professor Erin Hecht,... read more
by Editor | May 19, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: CBS 8 The San Diego House Rabbit Society, a nonprofit dedicated to rescuing and rehoming rabbits, is fighting back against a suspected scam involving a fake Facebook page impersonating their organization. The fraudulent page, named “San Diego’s... read more
by Editor | May 17, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: 13 News Now A new study published in the Journal of Medical Entomology reveals that cases of babesiosis, a tick-borne disease, are increasing in the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States, including Virginia. Previously concentrated in the Northeast and... read more
by Editor | May 15, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: DVM 360 The STAY study, a major clinical trial by biotech company Loyal, has reached its milestone of enrolling 1,000 senior dogs across 70 U.S. Veterinary clinics to test LOY-002—a developmental drug aimed at extending healthy lifespan in dogs. The goal has... read more
by Editor | May 14, 2025 | Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: dvm 360 A recent PetSmart Charities-Gallup study revealed that Veterinary care remains financially out of reach for many U.S. pet owners. Over half (52%) have skipped or declined necessary Veterinary treatment despite 97% considering pets part of the family.... read more
by Editor | May 11, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Mass Live Blue Ridge Beef has issued a recall of over 2,300 pounds of its 2-pound Kitten Mix and Puppy Mix products due to possible contamination with salmonella and listeria. The affected pet food, shipped between January 3 and 24, was distributed in several... read more
by Editor | May 9, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: The Post and Courier Fear Free, known for its pet-focused education and certification programs, has partnered with AI-driven feline health company Sylvester.ai to enhance low-stress Veterinary care. The collaboration integrates Sylvester.ai’s technology... read more
by Editor | May 9, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Veterinary Practice News Fear Free, known for its pet-focused education and certification programs, has partnered with AI-driven feline health company Sylvester.ai to enhance low-stress Veterinary care. The collaboration integrates Sylvester.ai’s technology... read more
by Editor | May 8, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Kansas City Business Journal Three Dog Bakery LLC has filed a lawsuit against Arkansas franchisees Robert and Paula Critselous and their company, Crit Inc., alleging breach of contract and theft of trade secrets. The Critselouses, who operated a Bentonville... read more
by Editor | May 6, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Hill’s Veterinary Academy The “World of the Cat 2025” report highlights the growing interest in feline medicine, driven by an estimated global population of 220–373 million pet cats. It provides insights into current trends and developments... read more
by Editor | May 3, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: WPTV Four baby opossums are recovering at the Animal Hospital of West Port St. Lucie after their mother was fatally injured in a dog attack and had to be euthanized. The incident occurred when local resident Lori Isenhower’s dog found and attacked the mother... read more
by Editor | Apr 29, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: PR Newswire Petszel, a leading platform for post-adoption pet support, has surpassed 500,000 annualized pet adoptions and partnered with over 200 animal welfare organizations across the U.S. The milestone represents not only a growing user base but also... read more
by Editor | Apr 27, 2025 | Companion Animal, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: KLTV Dr. Tammy Wilson of Flint Veterinary Clinic warns that mold and outdoor fungi can pose serious health risks to pets. While many people associate mold with indoor growth like black mold near sinks or basins, Wilson explains that outdoor fungi—known... read more
by Editor | Apr 27, 2025 | Companion Animal, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: American Pet Products The American Pet Products Association (APPA) announced that U.S. pet industry spending reached $152 billion in 2024, with projections of $157 billion for 2025. According to APPA’s 2025 State of the Industry Report, pet ownership continues... read more
