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by Editor | Feb 26, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Mississippi State University Two endangered sea turtles are receiving advanced medical care through a partnership between the Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine (MSU CVM) and the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies (IMMS) in Gulfport.... read more
by Editor | Feb 25, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, Livestock, News
Source: Michigan State University Researchers at Michigan State University are developing a machine-learning system to better detect and manage pain in dairy calves following hot-iron disbudding, a common practice to prevent horn growth. Although veterinarians... read more
by Editor | Feb 24, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KATV A veterinarian is warning Arkansas dog owners about the danger of canine distemper after Russellville Animal Control detected the virus in raccoons. Dr. Sarah Gilkerson of Merritt Animal Clinic says distemper, caused by a paramyxovirus related to measles,... read more
by Editor | Feb 24, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Fox 12 Oregon A Portland emergency animal hospital, DoveLewis, is warning dog owners about salmon poisoning disease after a 6-year-old border collie mix named Forrest nearly died from the illness. The disease, most common in the Pacific Northwest, occurs when... read more
by Editor | Feb 23, 2026 | Equine, News
Source: USDA The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has postponed implementation of the 2024 Horse Protection Amendments final rule, delaying non-vacated provisions until December 31, 2026. Originally set to take effect... read more
by Editor | Feb 23, 2026 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Western Mass News Veterinarians in Massachusetts are warning pet owners about a recall of a specific rabies vaccine batch that may have left some animals unprotected. The recalled product is IMRAB 3TF, one-milliliter rabies vaccine, serial number 18665,... read more
by Editor | Feb 22, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: RTL Today Thousands of “bodega cats” live in New York City’s corner stores, despite laws prohibiting animals in food-selling businesses. Valued for controlling pests and attracting customers, cats like Simba, a popular Manhattan shop cat, have become cultural... read more
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
