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by Editor | Feb 22, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Health Day A new pilot study finds that therapy dogs can significantly reduce loneliness among people hospitalized for acute mental illness. Researchers at Virginia Commonwealth University assigned 60 psychiatric inpatients to one of three groups: visits from... read more
by Editor | Feb 21, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KRQE News Service Dogs of New Mexico has seen growing demand for psychiatric service dogs since the COVID-19 pandemic, as many residents continue to struggle with isolation and what some researchers call an “epidemic of loneliness.” Founded by Briaun Prichard,... read more
by Editor | Feb 21, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Colorado State University A Colorado State University clinical trial found that the antiviral drug molnupiravir is 77% effective in treating feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), a previously almost always fatal disease caused by feline coronavirus. The study,... read more
by Editor | Feb 20, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Tufts Now Following a recent Nipah virus outbreak in West Bengal, India, Tufts University experts say swift containment efforts have likely prevented wider spread. Nipah, carried by fruit bats, can spill over to humans through contaminated food—often raw... read more
by Editor | Feb 19, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: 2 KTUU At the 750-mile Yukon Quest sled dog race, a team of 11 Veterinary professionals works behind the scenes to keep canine athletes healthy across Alaska’s frozen wilderness. Led by head veterinarian Mercedes Pinto, the team includes nine veterinarians and... read more
by Editor | Feb 19, 2026 | News
Source: 2 News Nevada The 2014 killing of Dr. Richard Meinert, a beloved Janesville, California veterinarian, remains unsolved nearly 12 years later, and authorities are renewing calls for public assistance. Meinert, 55, was found shot once in the chest at close range... read more
by Editor | Feb 18, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Indiana Public Media Indiana is working to address a shortage of rural veterinarians, particularly those serving large animals. Ashley Armstrong, a large animal veterinarian near Bedford, says demand continues to outpace capacity despite other nearby vets.... read more
by Editor | Feb 18, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Norman Transcript Miracle, a seven-year-old therapy dog, has received the Oklahoma Pet Hall of Fame Companion Award for her work supporting children and staff at the Boys and Girls Club of Norman and the Center for Children and Families. The Oklahoma... read more
by Editor | Feb 17, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Healio A study in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology warns that topical minoxidil, a common hair loss treatment, can cause serious and sometimes fatal toxicosis in cats and dogs. Researchers reviewed six studies involving 68 cats and 26 dogs... read more
by Editor | Feb 16, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Fox 23 The University of Tulsa has introduced Goldie III, a golden retriever puppy, as its newest official mascot in celebration of National Golden Retriever Day. Goldie III joins the university through its Canine Ambassador program, which is designed to... read more
by Editor | Feb 16, 2026 | Equine, News
Source: Horse Council The American Horse Council (AHC) and the American Youth Horse Council (AYHC) have partnered with the National Home School Association (NHSA) to expand access to equine education for homeschool families across the United States. Through this... read more
by Editor | Feb 15, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: Ag Daily A South Dakota lawmaker has introduced legislation that would impose a 10-year ban on lab-grown meat, positioning the state among a growing number restricting the emerging technology. House Bill 1057, proposed by John Sjaarda, would prohibit the... read more
by Editor | Feb 15, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: PR Newswire The second installment of the PetSmart Charities–Gallup State of Pet Care Study finds that the rising cost of Veterinary care continues to significantly limit access to treatment for pets, straining both pet families and veterinarians. Nearly all... read more
by Editor | Feb 13, 2026 | Animal Health News, News
Source: KRTV An earthquake struck Great Falls, Montana on Thursday afternoon, creating a tense and unusual situation inside a local Veterinary clinic. The 4.2-magnitude quake occurred at 12:41 p.m. and was centered about 4.9 miles northeast of the city. While many... read more
by Editor | Feb 12, 2026 | News
Source: Tri State Home Page The Council on Postsecondary Education has approved a new Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program at Murray State University, marking a major milestone for higher education in Kentucky. Once accredited, the program would become the first... read more
by Editor | Feb 12, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: ABC A tragic incident unfolded in Flushing, Queens, where a man and a dog were found dead inside a mobile veterinary van on Sunday morning. Police discovered the bodies shortly before 9:30 a.m., along with a 73-year-old man found unconscious outside the... read more
by Editor | Feb 11, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Eagle Country 99.3 FM Jean Leising’s Senate Bill 56 has passed unanimously out of the Indiana Senate, marking a significant step toward addressing the state’s Veterinary workforce shortage. The legislation aims to expand access to Veterinary care by allowing... read more
by Editor | Feb 11, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal, News
Source: NAVTA At VMX, National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) convened leaders from across the Veterinary profession for a collaborative discussion on what an ideal veterinary practice should look like for the entire care team.... read more
by Editor | Feb 10, 2026 | News
Source: WFAA A North Texas couple has pleaded guilty to conspiring to smuggle and sell unregistered pesticides and misbranded Veterinary drugs, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Thao Duong and Lam Mai of Garland operated an online business that sold illegal... read more
by Editor | Feb 10, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: AVMA At the 2026 AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference, Latonia Craig, EdD, Chief of Veterinary Engagement and Belonging, emphasized that inclusivity and belonging must be intentional and foundational in Veterinary medicine despite the profession’s fast pace.... read more
