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by Editor | Apr 18, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: dvm 360 The University of California, Davis, has acquired a building in San Diego to establish the Janice K. Hobbs UC Davis Veterinary Medical Center Southern California, scheduled to open in fall 2025 after renovations. Named after philanthropist Jan Hobbs,... read more
by Editor | Apr 15, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: PR Newswire The Banfield Foundation’s 2023 Impact Report reveals how $3.3 million in grants facilitated Veterinary care, disaster relief, and preventive care initiatives. The Foundation prioritized underserved communities, providing free preventive care,... read more
by Editor | Apr 12, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: dvm360 The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM), in collaboration with Chewy Health and MentorVet, launched MentorVet Lead, a program designed to support ACVIM diplomates who received their certification within the last 5 years. Sponsored... read more
by Editor | Apr 10, 2024 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Newstat There are ongoing gender disparities in Veterinary medicine despite the predominance of women in the field. While 87.3% of current Veterinary school applicants and 88% of Veterinary technicians are female, there remains a lack of gender equality in... read more
by Editor | Apr 7, 2024 | Companion Animal, News
Source: CBS Sports Heather Mau, assistant athletic trainer for the Dallas Mavericks, noticed players grabbing extra breakfast not due to increased appetite but to lure in Bailey, the team’s two-year-old mini Bernedoodle emotional support animal. The Mavericks... read more
by Editor | Apr 5, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Reuters Tyson and JBS, major players in the meat industry, have agreed to pay a combined $127.2 million to settle a lawsuit alleging wage suppression of workers in processing plants. This marks the largest settlements in the wage-fixing case in Colorado... read more
by Editor | Apr 4, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: dvm360 The 2023 Fetch dvm360 conference in Kansas City, MO, honored Veterinary Hero winners, marking the fourth annual dvm360® Veterinary Heroes Awards. Nominations are open for individuals making significant strides in Veterinary medicine. Sponsored by Blue... read more
by Editor | Apr 2, 2024 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Medscape A recent study reveals that working with medically trained service dogs reduces seizures by 31% compared to standard care in treatment-resistant epilepsy cases. Researchers suggest that the dogs may alleviate stress, a common trigger for seizures,... read more
by Editor | Mar 31, 2024 | News, Other
Source: American Animal Hospital Association This article by Emily Singler discusses the challenges of achieving work-life balance, particularly for working parents in Veterinary medicine. The term “work-life balance” is criticized for implying a constant... read more
by Editor | Mar 27, 2024 | News, Other
Source: The Guardian A rare yellow-billed loon, typically found in the Arctic, caused a stir in Las Vegas when it landed in the Bellagio’s fountains. The hotel halted its water displays to assist the bird, described as one of the rarest in the U.S. Initially,... read more
by Editor | Mar 22, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: dvm360 This article discusses the financial challenges faced by American veterinarians due to student loans. It highlights varied approaches veterinarians take towards managing their loans during and after the COVID-19 interest freeze, ranging from aggressive... read more
by Editor | Mar 20, 2024 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: American Veterinary Medical Association The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) released its 2023 compensation and benefits survey results, indicating increased salaries for hospital administrators and practice managers compared to 2021. Hospital... read more
by Editor | Mar 19, 2024 | Livestock, News
Source: Smithsonian Magazine A UK-based company, Genus, is genetically modifying pigs to resist a deadly virus, porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome (PRRS), in hopes of FDA approval by late 2024 or early 2025. The virus costs global farmers $2.7 billion... read more
by Editor | Mar 18, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: PR Newswire The American Pet Products Association (APPA) and Pet Industry Distributors Association (PIDA) are preparing for the Global Pet Expo 2024, occurring from March 20-22 in Orlando, Florida. With over 1,100 exhibitors, the event will spotlight the... read more
by Editor | Mar 17, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: The Baltimore Banner Shamia Onley, despite not being allowed pets as a child, developed a passion for animals, leading her to volunteer at animal hospitals and pursue a degree in general agriculture with a pre-Veterinary focus at the University of Maryland... read more
by Editor | Feb 24, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: Anchorage Daily News Mat-Su College is launching Alaska’s first Veterinary technician degree program to address the state’s shortage of animal care workers. Scheduled to begin in September, the program aims to fill the gap in Veterinary... read more
by Editor | Feb 19, 2024 | News, Other
Source: Pet Age Elanco Animal Health Incorporated has agreed to sell its aqua business to Merck Animal Health for approximately $1.3 billion in cash, roughly 7.4 times the estimated 2023 revenue of the Elanco aqua business. This strategic move aims to allow Elanco to... read more
by Editor | Feb 18, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: dvm360 In the Veterinary industry, strong leadership is crucial for the well-being of pets and the professional development of teams. Several key individuals have recently taken on new roles in prominent Veterinary businesses and organizations: Joseph... read more
by Editor | Feb 11, 2024 | News, Other
Source: Newswires Dr. Deepan Kishore, DVM, MS, DAVBP (Canine & Feline), has been named Veterinarian of the Year by the Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA), making him the first Indian-origin veterinarian to receive this award in Oklahoma. Dr. Kishore... read more
by Editor | Feb 10, 2024 | News, Other
Source: Pick The Brain Instinct, a Veterinary practice management software company, has acquired VetMedux, the company behind Plumb’s, Plumb’s Pro, and Clinician’s Brief, in a move to enhance support for Veterinary hospitals and caregivers. The acquisition is seen as... read more
