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EIA Outbreak Kills 21 Horses in Southwest US

EIA Outbreak Kills 21 Horses in Southwest US

Source: AVMA Dr. Bret Marsh, dean of Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, highlights an ongoing national shortage of veterinarians, particularly affecting rural communities. He attributes the issue to rising numbers of pets and changes in livestock... read more
Cattle Face Heat Stress in Summer

Cattle Face Heat Stress in Summer

Source: Great Bend Tribune Cattle experience heat stress when they cannot effectively regulate body temperature, unlike humans who sweat. Kansas State University veterinarian A.J. Tarpoff explains that cattle cope through behaviors like panting, standing more, and... read more
July 4 Safety

July 4 Safety

Source: AVMA Fourth of July festivities—while fun for humans—can pose serious risks to pets and other animals. Fireworks, unfamiliar environments, and party noise can cause panic, leading to escape or injury. Food scraps, heat, travel stress, and leftover debris also... read more