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by Editor | Oct 7, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Texas A&M A Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences study found that multiple chronic diseases can significantly shorten dogs’ lifespans. Researchers with the Dog Aging Project analyzed health information from more than... read more
by Editor | Oct 6, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Press Democrat Scientists are increasingly studying the domestic cat’s meow as a form of communication specifically adapted for interactions with humans. Adult cats rarely meow at one another, although kittens meow to their mothers. Researchers believe... read more
by Editor | Oct 6, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: News 9 One month after being found starved, shot twice in the head, and abandoned along an Oklahoma City-area road, a French bulldog named Mango continues making remarkable progress. A witness reportedly saw Mango thrown from a vehicle in August and rescued... read more
by Editor | Sep 29, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Kake Veterinarians in Wichita, Kansas, are warning cat owners about a cluster of Feline Panleukopenia Virus cases after at least 15 cats reportedly died from the highly contagious disease. Christy Fischer of the Wichita Animal Action League said the virus can... read more
by Editor | Sep 29, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Yahoo! Creators Pets can provide meaningful mental health benefits by creating routine, encouraging activity, reducing loneliness, and giving owners a sense of responsibility and purpose. Mental health professionals say caring for an animal can help people... read more
by Editor | Sep 28, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: ABC News More than 300 search-and-rescue dogs served at ground zero following the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, helping locate victims while providing comfort to first responders. NYPD K-9 officer Robert Schnelle and his dog Atlas arrived shortly after the... read more
by Editor | Sep 28, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Pet Age The American Pet Products Association’s 2026 Cat Report shows U.S. cat ownership continuing to expand, driven largely by Gen Z and male owners. In 2025, 53 million U.S. households owned cats, representing 39% of households and a 5% increase from 2024.... read more
by Editor | Sep 23, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Girl Scouts Girl Scouts of the USA will introduce its first dog cookie and first allergy-friendly cookie during the 2027 Girl Scout Cookie season. Patch Pals, developed with BARK, are soft-baked, blueberry muffin-flavored dog treats featuring four designs... read more
by Editor | Sep 23, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Vet Surgeon International Cat Care (iCatCare) has released new consensus guidelines for diagnosing and managing chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats. Published in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, the 2026 guidelines represent a complete update of... read more
by Editor | Sep 20, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KTRE Dr. Tammy Wilson of Flint Veterinary Clinic says most dogs and cats eating balanced commercial diets receive the vitamins and minerals they need, but deficiencies can occur with improperly formulated homemade or vegetarian diets. Common problems include... read more
by Editor | Sep 20, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Veterinary Practice News The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has released its 2026 Diabetes Management Guidelines for Dogs, providing updated recommendations for Veterinary teams treating canine diabetes mellitus. The guidelines cover diagnosis and... read more
by Editor | Sep 18, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: HABRI The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) has released its Pet-Inclusive Housing Report, outlining strategies to make rental housing more accessible to people with pets. The report grew out of HABRI’s Spring Policy Forum, which brought together... read more
by Editor | Sep 16, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Chicago Tribune CBD products for pets have grown increasingly popular, but veterinarians caution that scientific evidence supporting their effectiveness remains limited. Research has focused primarily on arthritis-related pain, seizures, atopic dermatitis, and... read more
by Editor | Sep 16, 2026 | Companion Animal, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: WPR Rural Wisconsin communities are experiencing a critical shortage of veterinarians, limiting access to care for both farm animals and pets. In 2025, the U.S. Department of Agriculture identified a record 243 rural Veterinary shortage areas nationwide,... read more
by Editor | Sep 14, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: DVM 360 Fromm Family Foods has voluntarily recalled two varieties of wet dog food after receiving complaints about potential metal contamination. The recall involves 3,852 cases of Fromm Turkey Pâté Wet Dog Food and 1,973 cases of Fromm Diner Classics Milo’s... read more
by Editor | Sep 12, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: ABC 30 Fresno police arrested two people on animal abuse allegations after rescuing three Chihuahua mixes that tested positive for multiple drugs. Brownie, Baby Girl and Vada are recovering at the Fresno Animal Center after officers encountered them in... read more
by Editor | Sep 11, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Vet Times Research led by the Royal Veterinary College suggests that carefully managed crossbreeding of brachycephalic dogs could significantly improve their health and welfare by reducing problems associated with extreme body shapes. Researchers studied 150... read more
by Editor | Sep 11, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Forbes Gen Z’s growing influence as pet owners is reshaping the pet health experience around technology, continuous access, and greater confidence in decision making. Pet ownership among Gen Z grew nearly 44% from 2023 to 2024, and younger owners increasingly... read more
by Editor | Sep 9, 2026 | Companion Animal, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: The Record Delta Choosing the right dog or cat requires more than selecting an appealing breed, according to veterinarian Roxanne Evans, owner of Upshur Veterinary Hospital in West Virginia. Evans recommends researching breeds before bringing a pet home,... read more
by Editor | Sep 6, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Hanford Sentinel Addison’s disease, or hypoadrenocorticism, is a rare, incurable condition affecting an estimated 0.5% to 2% of dogs. It occurs when the adrenal glands fail to produce adequate hormones needed to regulate electrolytes, blood pressure,... read more
