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by Editor | Jul 27, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: City State Zip Code The United States, with its diverse habitats, is home to several native and non-native big cat species. Mountain lions (also called cougars or pumas) are the most widespread, found mainly in the West and slowly returning to parts of the... read more
by Editor | Jul 26, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Axios Indianapolis Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine achieved a milestone by performing its first cardiac ablation on a canine. The subject, Ketchup—a grand champion boxer—had suffered persistent cardiac arrhythmias that failed to respond to... read more
by Editor | Jul 26, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: WCNC A Charlotte condominium association has sparked outrage by enforcing a long-standing policy that bans dogs over 25 pounds, prompting some residents to consider selling their homes. The Sharon Place Condominium Association recently reiterated the rule in... read more
by Editor | Jul 25, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: The Guardian As the global population ages and dementia rates increase, a new study suggests that pets—particularly cats and dogs—may help slow cognitive decline. Researchers led by Adriana Rostekova at the University of Geneva analyzed 18 years of data from... read more
by Editor | Jul 24, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: science.org Scientists have developed a novel method to vaccinate vampire bats against rabies using their natural grooming behavior. In a recent study, researchers applied an oral rabies vaccine in a gel form to the fur of 24 bats in a Mexican colony. Within... read more
by Editor | Jul 23, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: CBS News A tragic incident in Ohio highlights the dangers of heat stroke in pets, even in air-conditioned vehicles. Bruno, a four-year-old Newfoundland, died after riding in the backseat of an SUV with the AC on and windows cracked during extreme heat. Dr.... read more
by Editor | Jul 23, 2025 | Animal Health News, News, Students
Source: KSL.com Utah State University (USU) is launching the state’s first four-year Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) program in August 2025, addressing a statewide shortage of veterinarians, especially in rural and agricultural areas. The inaugural class includes... read more
by Editor | Jul 22, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: USA Today In the aftermath of devastating floods in Texas Hill Country beginning July 4, Austin Pets Alive! has stepped in to rescue and care for animals displaced by the disaster. The shelter has taken in over 230 pets from flood-impacted shelters and is... read more
by Editor | Jul 22, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Littler Colorado’s Senate Bill 25-083, effective August 6, 2025, significantly limits the enforceability of noncompete and nonsolicit agreements for healthcare providers and minority business owners. The bill amends C.R.S. § 8-2-113 to eliminate exceptions... read more
by Editor | Jul 21, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Turlock Journal Sterling Ranch Park in Denair hosted the lively Walk ‘N Wag event on Sunday, drawing crowds with costumed dogs and exotic pets. Organized by the Community Veterinary Clinic, Denair Vendors in the Park, and Friends of Turlock Animal Shelter, the... read more
by Editor | Jul 21, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: The Atlantic Ty Lawrence, an animal-science professor, became fascinated with exceptional beef carcasses he encountered at slaughterhouses—animals with unusually fat-marbled meat in prime cuts. He realized the potential to clone these outliers and, after... read more
by Editor | Jul 20, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: CityNews Everywhere Foxtail grass, a summertime hazard for dogs, is a growing concern for pet owners in Edmonton, especially around dog parks and ravines. The grass’s sharp barbs can latch onto a dog’s fur and burrow into their skin or mucous membranes,... read more
by Editor | Jul 19, 2025 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: AZ Central Edgar Glover, 37, was arrested in Phoenix on June 24 for allegedly performing unlicensed animal surgeries, including ear cropping and tail docking, in his garage. Authorities were alerted after The Good Vets animal hospital reported a dog with... read more
by Editor | Jul 19, 2025 | Animal Health News, News
Source: AP News Tundra, an 800-pound Alaska brown bear at the Lake Superior Zoo in Duluth, Minnesota, has become the first bear to receive a custom-fitted titanium alloy dental crown. The hour-long procedure, performed under sedation, was carried out by Dr. Grace... read more
by Editor | Jul 18, 2025 | Animal Health News, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: The Business Journals Employers are increasingly offering pet-related benefits, particularly pet insurance, to attract and retain younger workers—especially Gen Z. Since 2022, job postings that include pet insurance have risen significantly, with an 18%... read more
by Editor | Jul 18, 2025 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: Hoard’s Dairyman A new “milking speed” trait (MSPD) will be introduced in the August 2025 genetic evaluations for Holsteins, offering dairy producers a way to improve milking efficiency through selective breeding. Developed by the Council on Dairy Cattle... read more
by Editor | Jul 17, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Koin 06 Afi, a six-year-old Jack Russell terrier mix, is recovering after ingesting a potentially lethal amount of xylitol, a sugar substitute commonly found in gum, baked goods, and other household items. Afi consumed approximately 35 pieces of... read more
by Editor | Jul 16, 2025 | Companion Animal, News
Source: AAHA Golden retrievers are widely seen as gentle and friendly dogs, but like any breed, they can exhibit aggression. Since behavioral issues like aggression often lead to pet relinquishment, researchers at the University of California-Davis and the Morris... read more
by Editor | Jul 16, 2025 | Agriculture, Animal Health Industry, News
Source: AVMA The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warning letters to three companies—Bailey’s Wellness, Holista, and House of Alchemy—for marketing unapproved cannabidiol (CBD) products for pets. These products, including oils, chews, and pellets,... read more
by Editor | Jul 15, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Gothamist A Brooklyn Supreme Court judge, Aaron Maslow, has ruled that dogs can be legally recognized as “immediate family” in specific wrongful-death cases. The decision stemmed from a 2023 incident where Duke, a four-year-old dachshund, was struck and killed... read more
