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by Editor | Feb 22, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: RTL Today Thousands of “bodega cats” live in New York City’s corner stores, despite laws prohibiting animals in food-selling businesses. Valued for controlling pests and attracting customers, cats like Simba, a popular Manhattan shop cat, have become cultural... read more
by Editor | Feb 22, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Health Day A new pilot study finds that therapy dogs can significantly reduce loneliness among people hospitalized for acute mental illness. Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University assigned 60 psychiatric inpatients to one of three groups: visits from... read more
by Editor | Feb 21, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KRQE News Service Dogs of New Mexico has seen growing demand for psychiatric service dogs since the COVID-19 pandemic, as many residents continue to struggle with isolation and what some researchers call an “epidemic of loneliness.” Founded by Briaun Prichard,... read more
by Editor | Feb 21, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Colorado State University A Colorado State University clinical trial found that the antiviral drug molnupiravir is 77% effective in treating feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), a previously almost always fatal disease caused by feline coronavirus. The study,... read more
by Editor | Feb 19, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: 2 KTUU At the 750-mile Yukon Quest sled dog race, a team of 11 Veterinary professionals works behind the scenes to keep canine athletes healthy across Alaska’s frozen wilderness. Led by head veterinarian Mercedes Pinto, the team includes nine veterinarians and... read more
by Editor | Feb 18, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Norman Transcript Miracle, a seven-year-old therapy dog, has received the Oklahoma Pet Hall of Fame Companion Award for her work supporting children and staff at the Boys and Girls Club of Norman and the Center for Children and Families. The Oklahoma... read more
by Editor | Feb 17, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Healio A study in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology warns that topical minoxidil, a common hair loss treatment, can cause serious and sometimes fatal toxicosis in cats and dogs. Researchers reviewed six studies involving 68 cats and 26 dogs... read more
by Editor | Feb 16, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Fox 23 The University of Tulsa has introduced Goldie III, a golden retriever puppy, as its newest official mascot in celebration of National Golden Retriever Day. Goldie III joins the university through its Canine Ambassador program, which is designed to... read more
by Editor | Feb 15, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: PR Newswire The second installment of the PetSmart Charities–Gallup State of Pet Care Study finds that the rising cost of Veterinary care continues to significantly limit access to treatment for pets, straining both pet families and veterinarians. Nearly all... read more
by Editor | Feb 12, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: ABC A tragic incident unfolded in Flushing, Queens, where a man and a dog were found dead inside a mobile veterinary van on Sunday morning. Police discovered the bodies shortly before 9:30 a.m., along with a 73-year-old man found unconscious outside the... read more
by Editor | Feb 11, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal, News
Source: NAVTA At VMX, National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) convened leaders from across the Veterinary profession for a collaborative discussion on what an ideal veterinary practice should look like for the entire care team.... read more
by Editor | Feb 10, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: AVMA At the 2026 AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference, Latonia Craig, EdD, Chief of Veterinary Engagement and Belonging, emphasized that inclusivity and belonging must be intentional and foundational in Veterinary medicine despite the profession’s fast pace.... read more
by Editor | Feb 9, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: STAT News Dentists across the United States are increasingly using therapy dogs to help reduce dental anxiety, a common fear that leads many patients to delay or avoid care. Drawing on personal experience and scientific research, physician Henry I.... read more
by Editor | Feb 8, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Pet Food Processing The U.S. Food & Drug Administration issued a food safety advisory on January 27, 2026, warning consumers about eight lots of Raaw Energy dog food that tested positive for harmful pathogens. The affected products contained bacteria... read more
by Editor | Feb 7, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: UC Davis A 3-year-old mixed-breed rabbit named Tyler was saved after undergoing emergency surgery at the UC Davis Veterinary hospital for a life-threatening condition called caudate liver lobe torsion. His owner, Lexi Parrish, quickly recognized signs of pain... read more
by Editor | Feb 7, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: UC Davis The University of California, Davis announced a historic $120 million gift from the Weill Family Foundation, led by philanthropists Joan and Sanford I. Weill—the largest donation ever made to veterinary medicine worldwide. In recognition, the... read more
by Editor | Feb 6, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Veterinary Practice News A seven-year-old dog named Nelly survived an extraordinary medical emergency after ingesting multiple human medications and suffering cardiopulmonary arrest. Nelly was brought to DoveLewis Veterinary Emergency & Specialty Hospital... read more
by Editor | Feb 5, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: American Kennel Club The American Kennel Club officially recognized three new dog breeds on January 1, 2026: the Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka, the Basset Fauve de Bretagne, and the Teddy Roosevelt Terrier, bringing the total number of AKC-recognized breeds to... read more
by Editor | Feb 5, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: The Spokesman Review Spokane County Regional Animal Protection Service (SCRAPS) may soon resume adult dog adoptions after reporting no new cases of canine parvovirus since last week. The shelter announced that five dogs had contracted the highly contagious... read more
by Editor | Feb 4, 2026 | Companion Animal, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: PR Newswire A new PetSmart Charities–Gallup study finds that the rising cost of Veterinary care continues to limit access for pets and place emotional strain on both families and providers. Nearly all veterinarians (94%) report that clients’ financial... read more
