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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
by Editor | Feb 4, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: EurekaAlert! A new peer-reviewed study published in Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry by Oxford University Press warns that widely used flea and tick medications for dogs and cats may pose serious environmental risks. The research focuses on isoxazoline... read more
by Editor | Feb 3, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Pensacola News Journal Pensacola celebrated its fifth annual Paw-Di-Gras with a lively, dog-centered festival in downtown on February 1, 2026. The event drew large crowds of dog lovers who enjoyed a full day of pet-friendly activities. Festivities included a... read more
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
