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by Editor | May 5, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: KTLA 5 Torrance residents Mike Superstein and Suzanne Erdelyi incurred a $25,000 Veterinary bill for their uninsured cat, Zoe, who lost an eye to cancer. The experience highlighted the importance of pet insurance, as medical costs for pets can escalate... read more
by Editor | May 4, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: KQED Proposed California legislation aims to ease the struggle of pet owners finding rental housing by banning blanket no-pets policies and extra fees for common pets like cats and dogs. Advocates argue that the lack of pet-friendly rentals forces renters to... read more
by Editor | May 3, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: dvm 360 The Association of Shelter Veterinarians (ASV) awarded Rebecca Fellman, DVM, as the 2024 ASV Veterinarian of the Year and Karla Brestle, DVM, with the 2024 ASV Meritorious Service Award. ASV, a professional organization for shelter veterinarians,... read more
by Editor | May 2, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: Treadhunter Under the Weather Pet is launching an expanded product line in January 2024 to meet diverse pet owner needs. New additions include ‘PB and Chill’ Calming Peanut Butter Packets to reduce dog anxiety, and first-aid essentials like Wound... read more
by Editor | May 1, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Tufts Now Emmanuelle Butty, an assistant clinical professor at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, emphasizes the importance of preventing leptospirosis in dogs, a bacterial infection that can lead to kidney failure and death. Leptospirosis spreads through... read more
by Editor | Apr 30, 2024 | Companion Animal, Other
Source: Scripps News The imminent emergence of billions of cicadas prompts questions about pet safety. While cicadas are not toxic and don’t sting or bite, overconsumption can lead to stomach upset in pets. Sandra Faeh of the American Veterinary Medical... read more
by Editor | Apr 29, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Companion Animal Parasite Council The Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) warns of increasing risks of heartworm, Lyme Disease, and other tick-borne diseases in the United States in 2024. Their forecast, backed by over 12 years of accurate predictions,... read more
by Editor | Apr 29, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: dogster Yes, dogs can indeed wear braces for dental corrections, although it’s not a common practice. Veterinary dentists and orthodontists have utilized braces for canines to address various dental issues, including linguoverted teeth, overbites,... read more
by Editor | Apr 27, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Forbes The pet industry thrived in 2023, with a $303 billion contribution to the economy, a 16% increase from 2022. Petcare product sales surged in early 2024, outpacing other consumer goods categories, with expected revenue growth of nearly 3%. Pet... read more
by Editor | Apr 26, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: The Canine Review Nationwide Pet Insurance is sending non-renewal letters to policyholders across the country, sparking concerns among pet owners. The company has not clarified which policies or states are affected. Former executives reveal financial... read more
by Editor | Apr 25, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Fox 8 Starting in July, Virginia will ban veterinarians from declawing cats except for therapeutic reasons. Governor Glenn Youngkin signed the bill from Del. Marty Martinez, prohibiting declawing unless it’s medically necessary or to protect the... read more
by Editor | Apr 23, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: The Guardian The Mendocino Coast Humane Society, facing a surge in animal intake, grapples with the daily challenges of animal cruelty and overpopulation. Despite efforts to communicate the crisis, public understanding remains limited. Workers like Sierra and... read more
by Editor | Apr 21, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal
Source: dvm 360 Zoetis is defending the safety of its osteoarthritis (OA) therapies for dogs and cats, Bedinvetmab (Librela) and Frunevetmab (Solensia), following reports of adverse effects. Pet owners claimed their animals experienced sickness instead of... read more
by Editor | Apr 19, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: Today’s Veterinary Practice The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) has approved new regulations for pet food labels to enhance consumer understanding. Key changes include prominently displaying the term “complete” for... read more
by Editor | Apr 16, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: USA Today Kody Green’s journey with schizophrenia started in college, leading to drug abuse and prison. Diagnosed at 21, traditional treatments only partly helped. Four years later, Luna, his Jack Russell terrier mix, became his lifeline, aiding him in... read more
by Editor | Apr 15, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: USA Today A recent bird flu outbreak in Texas and Kansas has prompted investigations after reports of one human case and infections in dairy cows. The virus, identified as avian influenza A (H5N1), affected cows and one person, causing conjunctivitis. The CDC... read more
by Editor | Apr 14, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: dvm360 A study by WSU’s Program for Individualized Medicine revealed that cats with the MDR1 genetic mutation face severe risks from eprinomectin, found in some parasite preventives. The mutation hampers protective mechanisms against the drug, leading to... read more
by Editor | Apr 13, 2024 | Companion Animal, Other
Source: dvm360 K9s For Warriors celebrates a significant milestone of matching 1,000 veterans with trained service dogs, aiming to prevent veteran suicide by supporting individuals with PTSD, traumatic brain injury, or military sexual trauma. Retired Army Staff... read more
by Editor | Apr 10, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: dvm360 VolitionRx Limited has partnered with Fujifilm Vet Systems Co. Ltd to launch the Nu.Q Vet Cancer test for veterinarians in Japan. The agreement allows Fujifilm Vet Systems to sell and perform cancer screenings using the test across its network of... read more
by Editor | Apr 9, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: FOOD Engineering The pet food market has witnessed significant growth in new product launches, with about one-third of introductions coming from new companies or brands, surpassing trends in human food. Lynn Dornblaser, Mintel Consulting’s director of... read more
