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by Editor | Apr 7, 2024 | Companion Animal, News
Source: CBS Sports Heather Mau, assistant athletic trainer for the Dallas Mavericks, noticed players grabbing extra breakfast not due to increased appetite but to lure in Bailey, the team’s two-year-old mini Bernedoodle emotional support animal. The Mavericks... read more
by Editor | Apr 7, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: PR Newswire The ASPCA released a report critiquing the USDA’s enforcement of the Animal Welfare Act in licensed facilities during the 2023 fiscal year. Despite over 1,000 violations found at more than 400 dog dealers, only four faced consequences.... read more
by Editor | Apr 6, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Good News From Finland Finland’s Hau-Hau Champion has introduced a groundbreaking automatic dispenser, a global first, enabling dogs to sample pet food. Resembling a traditional dog house, the dispenser employs AI-driven image recognition and blue-light... read more
by Editor | Apr 3, 2024 | Companion Animal, Other
Source: WBBM Newsradio Dr. Rena Carlson of the American Veterinary Medical Association advises pet owners to keep dogs and cats at home during the April 8 solar eclipse. Most pets are unaffected by the event, but they can become stressed if taken out of their familiar... read more
by Editor | Apr 3, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: dvm360 The Veterinary Trauma Readiness and Operational Medicine Agility (Vet-TROMA) program is introduced on K9 Veterans Day, a collaborative effort between BluePearl, the U.S. Army Office of the Surgeon General, and the U.S. Army Veterinary Corps. This... read more
by Editor | Apr 2, 2024 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Medscape A recent study reveals that working with medically trained service dogs reduces seizures by 31% compared to standard care in treatment-resistant epilepsy cases. Researchers suggest that the dogs may alleviate stress, a common trigger for seizures,... read more
by Editor | Apr 1, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: WCIA.com A groundbreaking clinical trial led by Dr. Matt Berry at the University of Illinois Veterinary Teaching Hospital is investigating chemotherapy-induced diarrhea in canine cancer patients. Dr. Berry, transitioning from student to researcher, aims to... read more
by Editor | Mar 30, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: TheRoanokeStar.com The Dog Aging Project, led by Audrey Ruple at Virginia Tech, aims to extend canine lifespans by studying dog health comprehensively. This longitudinal study, backed by over 40 institutions, focuses on understanding aging in dogs and its... read more
by Editor | Mar 30, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Today’s Veterinary Business The University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine is embarking on a $2.8 million project to build the Richard Lichter Advanced Dentistry and Oral Surgery Suite at Ryan Veterinary Hospital. The renovation aims to... read more
by Editor | Mar 27, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Yale News In sunny Florida, an 11-year-old golden retriever named Hunter, despite having only three legs due to osteosarcoma, thrives with boundless energy. Once a search-and-rescue dog, Hunter now aids in training others. His cancer treatment, including... read more
by Editor | Mar 24, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Indiana Public Media Governor Eric Holcomb signed HB 1412 into law in Indiana, allowing pet stores to sell dogs statewide, overriding local ordinances. The bill mandates pet stores to register with the state and adhere to new care standards, including sourcing... read more
by Editor | Mar 23, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Better Cities for Pets Mars unveiled its “Pets Connect Us” Report recently, highlighting the profound impact pets have on fostering connections among people and communities in the U.S. and Canada. Despite rising rates of loneliness, pets emerge as... read more
by Editor | Mar 21, 2024 | Companion Animal, Other
Source: SCI AM The mystery of what fills the dreams of dogs and cats remains largely unsolved. Unlike humans, animals don’t keep dream journals, and there’s no technology to decipher their brain activity during sleep. Harvard dream researcher Deirdre... read more
by Editor | Mar 21, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: BNN: The People’s Network PetPaceTM introduces PetPace 2.0, an AI-powered smart dog collar revolutionizing pet health monitoring. The collar monitors vital signs and biometrics like temperature, pulse, and respiratory rate, offering real-time data for... read more
by Editor | Mar 18, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Health Day A study published in Human-Animal Interactions suggests that 1 in 10 homeless individuals own pets, highlighting the importance of providing joint healthcare services for both. Joint clinics, free Veterinary care, and pet-friendly lodging are... read more
by Editor | Mar 17, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: WVTF The American Veterinary Medical Association reports that half of dogs over 10 years old develop cancer. Early detection is crucial for effective treatment. Virginia Tech researchers found Raman spectroscopy, a urine test, 92% effective in detecting canine... read more
by Editor | Mar 14, 2024 | Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: Today’s Veterinary Practice This article discusses how cats’ unique needs as both predator and prey species are disrupted during Veterinary visits, leading to protective emotions like fear, anxiety, and frustration. Creating a Cat Friendly... read more
by Editor | Mar 12, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Pet Food Industry A survey conducted by pet food ingredient supplier BENEO in August 2023 among 2,500 dog and cat owners from various countries revealed the impact of inflation on pet food purchasing decisions. Nearly 90% of respondents noted a rise in pet... read more
by Editor | Mar 10, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: ABC 15 News Lucky Dog Animal Rescue in Florence is spearheading a study to enhance accessibility to canine heartworm treatment for shelter animals. Collaborating with experts from the University of Florida’s Shelter Medicine Program and the Toronto... read more
by Editor | Mar 7, 2024 | Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: VIN News Service A proposed bill in California aims to allow registered Veterinary technicians (RVTs) to neuter male domestic cats under direct veterinarian supervision. If passed, California would be the first state to permit such surgeries by RVTs.... read more
