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by Editor | Jan 2, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Pet Food Industry The Purina Foundation awarded $1.165 million in grants to 27 nonprofit organizations across the United States in 2025, continuing its long-standing mission to support pets, people and communities. Founded in 1951 by William H. Danforth, the... read more
by Editor | Jan 1, 2026 | Companion Animal
Source: KING 5 A Tacoma man’s routine walk with his dog turned tragic when the pet died suddenly, likely from a fentanyl overdose. Kenneth Gentili was at Owen Beach in Point Defiance Park when his small dog ate something under a bench in the children’s play area.... read more
by Editor | Jan 1, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: Pet Food Industry Gold Star Distribution Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of all FDA-regulated products it handled in Minnesota, Indiana, and North Dakota after an inspection by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration found insanitary conditions at one of its... read more
by Editor | Dec 31, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Philly Voice Dogs cannot cool themselves efficiently through sweat like humans, making overheating a serious risk, especially for working dogs engaged in strenuous tasks. Dr. Cynthia Otto, executive director of the Penn Vet Working Dog Center, has spent years... read more
by Editor | Dec 29, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Veterinary Practice News Nationwide pet insurance reports a significant rise in pet health emergencies during the winter holidays, based on claims data from more than one million insured pets. December sees a sharp spike in chocolate-related incidents, with... read more
by Editor | Dec 26, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine Spaying female guinea pigs is now increasingly recommended as an important form of preventive Veterinary care. In the past, the procedure was discouraged because of concerns about anesthesia and surgical... read more
by Editor | Dec 22, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: MSN A new Florida law, HB 655, will take effect January 1, introducing the state’s first regulations for pet insurance and affecting all dog owners. The bill formally recognizes coverage for pet accidents, illnesses, and diseases under Florida property... read more
by Editor | Dec 19, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Forbes Actress Shailene Woodley is using her public platform to advocate for pet adoption, drawing from her deeply personal bond with her two rescue cats, Bear and Pharrah. Though often seen in high-profile roles and public appearances, Woodley reveals a... read more
by Editor | Dec 19, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: American Kennel Club Exercising with your dog can improve both human and canine health while strengthening their bond. Walking is the simplest way to start, aligning with the American Heart Association’s recommendation of 150 minutes of moderate exercise... read more
by Editor | Dec 18, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Washingtonian Pets are widely regarded as family members, offering emotional and physical health benefits that enhance owners’ happiness and reduce stress and loneliness. Studies from HABRI, Zoetis, and Synchrony confirm that most pet owners prioritize their... read more
by Editor | Dec 15, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Veterinary Practice News Fromm Family Foods has voluntarily recalled 300 cases of its Bonnihill Farms BeefiBowls Beef Recipe frozen dog food due to potential plastic contamination. The recalled product comes in 16-ounce chubs with a best-by date of December... read more
by Editor | Dec 13, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Martha Stewart Veterinarians warn that many common household cleaning products contain ingredients that can seriously harm pets through ingestion, skin contact, or inhalation. Bleach is highly corrosive and can burn a pet’s mouth, throat, and gastrointestinal... read more
by Editor | Dec 12, 2025 | Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: Business Wire New data from the CATalyst Council shows the feline Veterinary market has reached an inflection point, with cats now representing a record-high 23% of all clinical visits. While total companion-animal visits have declined since 2022, feline... read more
by Editor | Dec 11, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Shelter Animals Count Shelter Animals Count has released a new data report analyzing national trends in foster-based rescue operations using software data from Pawlytics. Foster-based rescues account for about 15% of U.S. animal intakes yet achieve a notably... read more
by Editor | Dec 10, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: VIN News Nearly 40 years after the Chornobyl nuclear disaster, hundreds of stray dogs—descendants of pets abandoned during the 1986 evacuation—continue to live in the exclusion zone, facing malnutrition, disease, and radiation exposure. Veterinarian Dr.... read more
by Editor | Dec 8, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: yahoo! news A city council in Calgary is revisiting a proposed ban on retail sales of dogs, cats, and rabbits, after the proposal was briefed to the community development committee. The ban would prohibit the sale of those pets through retail outlets, a move... read more
by Editor | Dec 6, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: 4WWL Louisiana’s bald eagle population is thriving, but rising numbers have led to more injured birds needing treatment. The latest case involves a presumed male eagle, identified by its smaller size, now undergoing surgery at the LSU School of Veterinary... read more
by Editor | Dec 4, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Los Altos Town Crier Obesity affects about 60% of dogs in the U.S., creating serious health risks and reducing quality of life. Many owners struggle to recognize a healthy weight, which is defined by easily felt ribs, a visible waist from above, and an... read more
by Editor | Dec 4, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Raven Radio At the Alaska Fire Conference in Sitka, veterinarian Dr. Toccoa Wolf of Sitka Animal Hospital trained firefighters to perform CPR and first aid on pets using a stuffed dog for demonstration. The workshop—so popular it required a second... read more
by Editor | Dec 3, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Medical Xpress A new study from the Gerald P. Murphy Cancer Foundation’s Center for Exceptional Longevity Studies reveals that retaining gonad function may protect against frailty-related mortality in later life. Published in Scientific Reports, the research... read more