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by Editor | Jan 31, 2026 | Companion Animal
Source: AAHA Canine atopic dermatitis (CAD) is closely linked to significant behavioral changes in dogs, according to a growing body of Veterinary research. Chronic itching and inflammation don’t just cause physical discomfort; they can drive anxiety, irritability,... read more
by Editor | Jan 30, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: WCTV Florida lawmakers have introduced a package of bills aimed at strengthening protections against animal cruelty and improving accountability statewide. A key proposal would allow veterinarians to report suspected cases of animal abuse without fear of legal... read more
by Editor | Jan 30, 2026 | Companion Animal
Source: News on 6 News On 6 shared a cheerful photo gallery showcasing pets playing in the snow across northeastern Oklahoma, capturing the joy of a winter weather moment through the eyes of local animals. Viewers submitted photos of dogs and cats bounding through... read more
by Editor | Jan 29, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: CBS News During National Blood Donor Month, Colorado State University and UCHealth are urging both people and pets to donate blood amid ongoing shortages in Northern Colorado. At CSU’s Veterinary teaching hospital in Fort Collins, dogs and cats are critically... read more
by Editor | Jan 28, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Fox 17 Online During extreme cold in Jenison, Michigan, veterinarians are urging pet owners to limit outdoor exposure to protect animals from hypothermia. At Jenison Animal Hospital, Dr. Michael Hilferty explained that in well-below-freezing temperatures, most... read more
by Editor | Jan 26, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Pet Age K9s For Warriors announced the opening of its new Duffield Veterinary Clinic in Ponte Vedra, Florida, marking a major milestone in the organization’s 15-year history. The state-of-the-art, 4,284-square-foot on-site facility replaces the nonprofit’s... read more
by Editor | Jan 24, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: VIN News California has enacted a statewide ban on elective cat declawing, making it illegal for veterinarians to perform the procedure for nonmedical reasons. The law allows the state Veterinary board to fine, suspend, or revoke the license of veterinarians... read more
by Editor | Jan 24, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: VIN News New research suggests trained detection dogs may help pave the way for earlier diagnosis of canine hemangiosarcoma (HSA), one of the deadliest and most elusive cancers in dogs. Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary... read more
by Editor | Jan 21, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Science Daily An international research team has discovered that domestic cats overwhelmingly prefer sleeping on their left side—revealed through analysis of 408 YouTube videos—suggesting this behavior offers an evolutionary survival benefit. Sleeping on their... read more
by Editor | Jan 21, 2026 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: AVMA Lyme disease, caused by Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria and transmitted by blacklegged ticks, affects both humans and animals, including dogs, cats, and horses. While most infected dogs show no symptoms, 5–10% develop signs like intermittent lameness,... read more
by Editor | Jan 20, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: PHYS ORG An international working group of canine cognition experts has published new guidelines to standardize the diagnosis and monitoring of canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CCDS), often compared to Alzheimer’s disease in humans. The guidelines define... read more
by Editor | Jan 18, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: BBC Three large dogs found roaming the streets of Preston, England, in October 2025 have been confirmed as wolf-dogs after DNA testing resolved widespread speculation about their origins. Initially identified by the local council as German Shepherd–type dogs,... read more
by Editor | Jan 13, 2026 | Companion Animal
Source: ABC 7 Veterinarians meeting in Chicago are offering timely winter care advice for pet owners, particularly those who adopted new pets during the holiday season. Speaking at the Veterinary Leadership Conference, Dr. Michael Q. Bailey, president of the American... read more
by Editor | Jan 12, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Today’s Veterinary Practice Tritrichomonas foetus infection is a common cause of chronic large-bowel diarrhea in cats, particularly young animals and those in high-density settings such as shelters and catteries. The protozoan colonizes the cecum and... read more
by Editor | Jan 11, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: AAHA The article outlines the contributors and framework behind the 2026 AAHA Oncology Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. Developed by a multidisciplinary task force convened by the American Animal Hospital Association, the guidelines draw on expertise from... read more
by Editor | Jan 8, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: GlobeNewswire The AKC Canine Health Foundation announced Dr. Lisa Freeman of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University as the recipient of the inaugural 2025 Canine Health Discovery of the Year Award. A Veterinary nutritionist and... read more
by Editor | Jan 7, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: DVM 360 Dechra announced FDA approval of Emeprev, a maropitant citrate injectable solution for the prevention and treatment of vomiting in dogs and cats. With this approval, Dechra becomes the first to offer an FDA-approved bioequivalent injectable alternative... read more
by Editor | Jan 6, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: DVM 360 Dechra announced FDA approval of Emeprev, a maropitant citrate injectable solution for the prevention and treatment of vomiting in dogs and cats. With this approval, Dechra becomes the first to offer an FDA-approved bioequivalent injectable alternative... read more
by Editor | Jan 4, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Feline VMA The 2025 Transportation of Cats in Motor Vehicles Position Statement from the Feline Veterinary Medical Association (FelineVMA) emphasizes the importance of safe transport and reducing stress for cats during car travel. Veterinary visits are the... read more
by Editor | Jan 4, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Pets Plus Magazine Wynwood Dog Food Co. announced plans to open a new 13,000-square-foot production facility in Miami’s Allapattah neighborhood, marking a major step toward national expansion. Set to open in early 2027, the factory will significantly increase... read more