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by Editor | Jun 22, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: CNN The New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite once eradicated from North and Central America, has recently reemerged and spread into parts of Mexico and the southern United States. Experts believe its resurgence has been accelerated by illegal cattle... read more
by Editor | Jun 22, 2026 | News, Students
Source: AVMA Major changes to federal student loan repayment programs are set to begin July 1, 2026, under new regulations implementing the Trump administration’s “Working Families Tax Cuts Act.” Borrowers enrolled in the SAVE repayment plan will be required to switch... read more
by Editor | Jun 21, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: USDA Traveling with pets from the United States to Mexico has become easier for dog and cat owners, as Mexico no longer requires a health certificate for these animals. Instead, dogs and cats are inspected by Mexican authorities (SENASICA) upon arrival.... read more
by Editor | Jun 21, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: The Conversation A new review of more than 400 studies found that cats allowed to roam outdoors are significantly more likely to carry pathogens that can infect humans than indoor-only cats. Researchers identified nearly 100 zoonotic pathogens in cats,... read more
by Editor | Jun 20, 2026 | Animal Health News, News
Source: NBC News The Nashville Zoo is leading opposition to a proposed 69,000-square-foot data center that would be built adjacent to the zoo, citing concerns about the potential impact on animal welfare. Zoo officials worry that noise, artificial light, and... read more
by Editor | Jun 20, 2026 | Animal Health News, News
Source: WCJB Officials from Disney Parks recently recognized veterinarians from University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine for their role in performing a rare and complex cataract surgery on Kendi, a 27-year-old white rhinoceros at Disney’s Animal... read more
by Editor | Jun 19, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Rocket City Now Veterinary clinics across North Alabama came together to protect animals during severe flash flooding caused by a storm system that dropped 3 to 7 inches of rain across Madison County. As rising waters threatened the Winchester Road Animal... read more
by Editor | Jun 19, 2026 | Equine, News
Source: STAT News The high rate of obesity among American horses mirrors the human obesity epidemic and highlights how both may stem from environmental and dietary factors rather than individual choices. According to research, 51% of mature light-breed horses in the... read more
by Editor | Jun 18, 2026 | News
Source: WYFF The South Carolina Department of Public Health has confirmed two new rabies cases involving a skunk in Greenwood County and a raccoon in Orangeburg County. Both animals tested positive for rabies on June 4. While no human exposures have been reported, a... read more
by Editor | Jun 18, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: Louisiana Illuminator Louisiana has imposed new restrictions on animals entering the state following the confirmation of five New World screwworm cases in the United States. The flesh-eating parasite, which lays eggs in wounds and body openings of warm-blooded... read more
by Editor | Jun 17, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: The Focal Points As New World screwworm (NWS) cases continue to spread in Texas and New Mexico, ivermectin is emerging as a potentially important tool for prevention and treatment. The USDA confirmed the first U.S. case in decades on June 3, 2026, and... read more
by Editor | Jun 17, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: AP News New World screwworm cases continue to increase in the United States, with three additional infections confirmed in Texas and New Mexico. The pest, a flesh-eating fly larva that infests open wounds in animals, poses a serious threat to cattle, wildlife,... read more
by Editor | Jun 16, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: U.S. Food & Drug Administration The FDA has issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Ivomec (ivermectin) injectable solution to help prevent infestations caused by New World screwworm (NWS) larvae in cattle. Based on available scientific evidence,... read more
by Editor | Jun 16, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: Tri-State Livestock News Dr. Danielle “Doc” Flowers has built a unique career that combines veterinary medicine and western-inspired art in rural Wyoming. A lifelong animal lover who knew she wanted to be a veterinarian from childhood, Flowers now practices... read more
by Editor | Jun 15, 2026 | Livestock, News
Source: Iowa Capital Dispatch Congress is debating whether to roll back state animal welfare laws through the proposed Save Our Bacon Act, included in current farm bill negotiations. The measure would limit states’ ability to regulate livestock production practices... read more
by Editor | Jun 15, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Apple Valley News A new 24/7 microchip scanning station outside the West Richland Police Department in Washington successfully reunited a lost dog named Shabu with his family within a day of its installation. The weatherproof station allows residents who find... read more
by Editor | Jun 14, 2026 | Livestock, News
Source: Reuters Hungary has confirmed its first-ever case of African swine fever (ASF) in domestic pigs, prompting authorities to order the culling of approximately 3,000 pigs at a farm in the eastern village of Vallaj. ASF is a highly contagious and often fatal viral... read more
by Editor | Jun 14, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KTVZ With the Fourth of July approaching, veterinarians are encouraging pet owners to prepare early for fireworks-related anxiety. If a pet has shown fear during recent thunderstorms, it may also react negatively to fireworks. Because Veterinary appointments... read more
by Editor | Jun 13, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: HABRI A pilot study funded through the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) is exploring whether therapy dog visits can reduce loneliness and improve mental health among hospitalized psychiatric patients. Led by Nancy R. Gee, PhD, at Virginia... read more
by Editor | Jun 13, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: USA Today The loss of a beloved pet can be deeply painful, sometimes rivaling the grief felt after losing a family member or close friend. The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recommends six key ways to cope with pet loss. First, acknowledge the... read more
