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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
by Editor | Jan 21, 2026 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal
Source: AVMA Lyme disease, caused by Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria and transmitted by blacklegged ticks, affects both humans and animals, including dogs, cats, and horses. While most infected dogs show no symptoms, 5–10% develop signs like intermittent lameness,... read more
by Editor | Jan 20, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: PHYS ORG An international working group of canine cognition experts has published new guidelines to standardize the diagnosis and monitoring of canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CCDS), often compared to Alzheimer’s disease in humans. The guidelines define... read more
by Editor | Jan 18, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: BBC Three large dogs found roaming the streets of Preston, England, in October 2025 have been confirmed as wolf-dogs after DNA testing resolved widespread speculation about their origins. Initially identified by the local council as German Shepherd–type dogs,... read more
by Editor | Jan 13, 2026 | Companion Animal
Source: ABC 7 Veterinarians meeting in Chicago are offering timely winter care advice for pet owners, particularly those who adopted new pets during the holiday season. Speaking at the Veterinary Leadership Conference, Dr. Michael Q. Bailey, president of the American... read more
by Editor | Jan 12, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Today’s Veterinary Practice Tritrichomonas foetus infection is a common cause of chronic large-bowel diarrhea in cats, particularly young animals and those in high-density settings such as shelters and catteries. The protozoan colonizes the cecum and... read more
by Editor | Jan 11, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: AAHA The article outlines the contributors and framework behind the 2026 AAHA Oncology Guidelines for Dogs and Cats. Developed by a multidisciplinary task force convened by the American Animal Hospital Association, the guidelines draw on expertise from... read more
by Editor | Jan 8, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: GlobeNewswire The AKC Canine Health Foundation announced Dr. Lisa Freeman of the Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University as the recipient of the inaugural 2025 Canine Health Discovery of the Year Award. A Veterinary nutritionist and... read more
by Editor | Jan 7, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: DVM 360 Dechra announced FDA approval of Emeprev, a maropitant citrate injectable solution for the prevention and treatment of vomiting in dogs and cats. With this approval, Dechra becomes the first to offer an FDA-approved bioequivalent injectable alternative... read more
by Editor | Jan 6, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: DVM 360 Dechra announced FDA approval of Emeprev, a maropitant citrate injectable solution for the prevention and treatment of vomiting in dogs and cats. With this approval, Dechra becomes the first to offer an FDA-approved bioequivalent injectable alternative... read more
by Editor | Jan 4, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Feline VMA The 2025 Transportation of Cats in Motor Vehicles Position Statement from the Feline Veterinary Medical Association (FelineVMA) emphasizes the importance of safe transport and reducing stress for cats during car travel. Veterinary visits are the... read more
by Editor | Jan 4, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Pets Plus Magazine Wynwood Dog Food Co. announced plans to open a new 13,000-square-foot production facility in Miami’s Allapattah neighborhood, marking a major step toward national expansion. Set to open in early 2027, the factory will significantly increase... read more
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
