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by Editor | Oct 18, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Farm and Dairy The Asian longhorned tick, first detected in Ohio in 2020, has now spread to 21 counties, raising serious concerns for cattle producers. This invasive arachnid can transmit Theileria orientalis, a parasite that causes theileriosis in cattle.... read more
by Editor | Oct 18, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: The Conversation Emerging research shows that cats, despite their reputation for independence, form deep bonds with humans through oxytocin, the “love hormone.” This neurochemical, known for fostering trust, reducing stress, and strengthening social ties in... read more
by Editor | Oct 17, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: WRAL News When Tropical Storm Chantal flooded central North Carolina, it left behind stagnant water that created ideal breeding grounds for mosquitoes. Veterinarians warn that this surge increases the risk of heartworm, a mosquito-borne parasite that can... read more
by Editor | Oct 16, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Science Scientists may have solved one of the strangest feline mysteries: why cats eat grass. A new study in the Journal of Veterinary Behavior suggests cats deliberately choose jagged, spiky grasses that can snag and entangle fur inside their digestive... read more
by Editor | Oct 14, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Denver 7 Researchers at Colorado State University (CSU) are studying how wildfire smoke and poor air quality affect dogs, expanding on what is already known about its harmful effects on humans. Led by Veterinary professor Dr. Colleen Duncan, the project uses... read more
by Editor | Oct 11, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Michigan State University The Shiba Inu, a popular Japanese breed recognized for its fox-like features, faces a high risk of developing primary glaucoma—a painful eye disease that often leads to blindness. Caused by poor fluid drainage in the eye, glaucoma is... read more
by Editor | Oct 9, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Food Safety News The North Carolina State College of Veterinary Medicine has launched a new dry laboratory to support Dr. Gustavo Machado’s research on preventing livestock disease outbreaks. At the lab’s core is the Rapid Access Biosecurity App (RABapp), a... read more
by Editor | Oct 7, 2025 | Companion Animal, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Steve Dale Pet World Many people assume cats are independent and thrive outdoors, but experts stress that their essential needs can be fully met indoors through enrichment and regular human interaction. The Feline Veterinary Medical Association outlines five... read more
by Editor | Oct 6, 2025 | Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: Fox 5 KUSI The Frosted Faces Foundation, a Ramona-based nonprofit dedicated to senior pet rescue and care, has opened its new Community Veterinary Center to expand specialized services for aging dogs and cats. Founded in 2014 by Kelly and Andrew Smíšek, the... read more
by Editor | Sep 30, 2025 | Companion Animal
Source: AVMA Dr. Carlo Siracusa, professor of clinical animal behavior and welfare at the University of Pennsylvania, emphasizes that understanding feline behavior is crucial for accurate diagnosis, better treatment, and stronger human-animal bonds. Speaking at AVMA... read more
by Editor | Sep 27, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: EurekAlert A study published in ImmunoHorizons highlights how analyzing immune system markers in dogs could transform Veterinary care through personalized diagnostics and treatments. Led by Dr. Ravi Sachidanandam with the Waltham Research Institute,... read more
by Editor | Sep 23, 2025 | Companion Animal, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: UC Davis Veterinary Medicine Scramble, a Jack Russell terrier, began showing behavioral changes, seizures, and tremors that led to a diagnosis of a large, inoperable brain tumor at UC Davis’ Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital. Neurologists and oncologists... read more
by Editor | Sep 22, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: ABC News Suki, a Portuguese Water Dog, is a certified gluten-detection service animal who helps her owner, Kendra Williams, safely navigate daily life with celiac disease. Trained to sniff out traces of gluten in food and medicine, Suki offers crucial support... read more
by Editor | Sep 21, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Advocate Lakewood East Dallas Pets grieve deeply when their owners pass away, often showing behaviors like refusing food or waiting by the door. Dr. Virginia Ellsworth of East Dallas Veterinary Clinic notes that grieving pets need extra love, attention, and... read more
by Editor | Sep 20, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Steve Dale Pet World Many people mistakenly assume cats require little interaction or that outdoor access is essential for their wellbeing. The Feline Veterinary Medical Association clarifies that cats’ physical and emotional needs can be fully met indoors—if... read more
by Editor | Sep 20, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: NPR In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, tens of thousands of pets were left behind as evacuations and shelters often prohibited animals. Many residents, like Nita Hemeter, stayed behind to rescue or care for stranded pets, highlighting the lack of... read more
by Editor | Sep 18, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Fox 23 News Tulsa, Oklahoma, is experiencing a rise in rabies cases, prompting officials to remind pet owners to ensure their animals are current on vaccinations. The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) reported that a bat in Tulsa recently tested... read more
by Editor | Sep 17, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Pet Age Chihuahuas have overtaken Labrador Retrievers as the most common dog breed in the U.S., according to a 2025 JustAnswer analysis of 115,000 pet-related conversations. Pitbulls, Yorkies, and Shepherds rounded out the top five, while French Bulldogs... read more
by Editor | Sep 15, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: FDA The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has authorized the FDA to issue Emergency Use Authorizations (EUAs) for animal drugs targeting the New World Screwworm (NWS), a dangerous parasite that infests warm-blooded animals. While eradicated in... read more
by Editor | Sep 13, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: WHYY The Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) has launched the “Paw It Forward” campaign to help keep pets out of shelters by supporting pet owners in financial need. The initiative aims to raise over $30,000—matched dollar-for-dollar—to fund... read more
