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by Editor | Jun 6, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Veterinary Practice News Cannabinoid use in cats remains controversial largely because of inconsistent regulations rather than safety concerns. Many veterinarians are reluctant to recommend or discuss cannabidiol (CBD) products due to fears of legal or... read more
by Editor | Jun 5, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Iowa State University Iowa State University and Freshpet have launched a 10-month at-home research study examining how dog diets may influence canine health and the human-animal bond. Led by Logan Kilburn, assistant professor in animal science at Iowa State,... read more
by Editor | Jun 5, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Pet Innovation Awards The Pet Innovation Awards recognizes the most innovative companies, products, and services shaping the rapidly growing pet care industry. The independent awards platform highlights leaders across categories including pet nutrition,... read more
by Editor | Jun 4, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Bank of America Pet ownership remains common, but rising costs—particularly Veterinary expenses—are making pet parenting increasingly expensive, according to BofA Global Research. Adoption rates have slowed over the past year, especially for dogs, as... read more
by Editor | Jun 4, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Pet Food Industry Research presented at Petfood Forum 2026 suggests postbiotics may help calm dogs indirectly by supporting gut health through the gut-brain axis. Erik Eckhardt, Ph.D., principal scientist for dsm-firmenich, discussed studies involving LB... read more
by Editor | Jun 3, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Pet Food Industry Pet food innovation is increasingly leading human food trends, according to a keynote presentation by Kevin Ryan, PhD, at Petfood Forum 2026. Ryan identified five major trends shaping the future of pet nutrition: clean processing, health-span... read more
by Editor | Jun 3, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: WOAH Ministers and senior government officials from around the world issued a landmark declaration at the 93rd General Session of the World Organisation for Animal Health, calling for urgent global investment in animal health systems amid rising pandemic... read more
by Editor | Jun 2, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Quality Assurance Magazine U.S. Food and Drug Administration has named Donald A. Prater as acting deputy commissioner for food, placing him in charge of the agency’s Human Foods Program and all FDA nutrition and food safety activities. Prater brings nearly 27... read more
by Editor | Jun 2, 2026 | News
Source: Live Science Scientists have identified a new species of highly venomous box jellyfish near Singapore after analyzing specimens collected in 2020 and 2021. The species, named Chironex blakangmati, was named after Sentosa Island’s former Malay name, “Pulau... read more
by Editor | Jun 1, 2026 | News
Source: Discover Magazine A possible canine distemper outbreak may have contributed to the lowest Yellowstone wolf pup survival rates since gray wolves were reintroduced nearly 30 years ago. According to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department’s 2025 wolf monitoring... read more
by Editor | Jun 1, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: WSAW-TV New findings from the Marshfield Clinic Research Institute show that 51% of 700 adult female deer ticks tested in Wisconsin carried the bacteria that causes Lyme disease, a higher rate than researchers expected. The third year of the Tick Inventory via... read more
by Editor | May 31, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: Fox 31 News Authorities in Colorado seized nearly 100 bison from the Lay Valley Bison Ranch in Moffat County during an animal neglect investigation involving deteriorating conditions and concerns about animal welfare. The Moffat County Sheriff’s Office said it... read more
by Editor | May 31, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: MSN The tragic death of a rescued sloth named Dumpling has intensified scrutiny of a failed Orlando attraction called “Sloth World,” where more than 55 sloths reportedly died before the venue ever opened. Dumpling was among a group of surviving sloths... read more
by Editor | May 30, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: The Westminster Kennel Club The Westminster Kennel Club announced that its 151st annual dog show will stream live on Netflix for the first time when the event returns to New York City in February 2027. Evening group judging and Best in Show competitions will... read more
by Editor | May 30, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Woods Humane Society Woods Humane Society has partnered with the UC Davis Koret Shelter Medicine Program to strengthen animal care services and improve outcomes for pets in San Luis Obispo County. The collaboration aims to help address challenges affecting... read more
by Editor | May 29, 2026 | Equine, News
Source: Paulick Report The California Horse Racing Board advanced a proposed rule that would ban pin-firing, blistering, and other counterirritant veterinary practices for all horse breeds racing in California. The rule change, already enforced for Thoroughbreds under... read more
by Editor | May 29, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: MSN Pet store owners in San Francisco are pushing back against a recommendation from the city’s Commission of Animal Control and Welfare to ban the sale of live animals in pet stores. Business owners argue the proposal would threaten their livelihoods and... read more
by Editor | May 28, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Pet Business Professor A new “Petflation 2026 – April Update” report found that pet-related prices remain at or near record highs, with overall pet inflation matching the national Consumer Price Index at 3.8%. The report highlights continued price increases... read more
by Editor | May 28, 2026 | News, Students
Source: Texas Tech University Texas Tech University School of Veterinary Medicine celebrated the graduation of its second Doctor of Veterinary Medicine class during a commencement ceremony at the Amarillo Civic Center Auditorium. A total of 80 students earned DVM... read more
by Editor | May 27, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: DVM 360 A new study published in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association found that financial constraints heavily influence how veterinarians diagnose and treat canine atopic dermatitis (CAD), a chronic skin condition responsible for an... read more
