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by Editor | Jul 25, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Catalyst Council The CATalyst Council’s new white paper argues that U.S. Veterinary practices should expect little or no growth in clinical visits through 2030, challenging the industry’s assumption of an annual 2% to 3% increase. The report attributes five... read more
by Editor | Jul 25, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: AAHA A new framework for assessing dog bite risk could improve how veterinarians, behaviorists, and legal authorities evaluate potentially dangerous dogs. Instead of relying on brief, stressful behavioral tests conducted in unfamiliar environments, researchers... read more
by Editor | Jul 24, 2026 | News
Source: NY Post A California commercial pilot has filed a lawsuit against the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel after allegedly being bitten by a bat that entered his hotel room during a swarm in August 2025. Staying in Denver for work training, he awoke around 2:30 a.m.... read more
by Editor | Jul 24, 2026 | News
Source: NY Post An 11-year old boy from Northern Ontario, Canada, died of rabies after waking to find a bat on his face while sleeping, highlighting the importance of seeking medical care after any direct bat contact. According to a case report published in... read more
by Editor | Jul 23, 2026 | Agriculture, News
Source: National Hog Farmer Texas is expanding its response to the New World screwworm following federal funding approved through a cooperative agreement between the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service and the Texas Animal... read more
by Editor | Jul 23, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: PR Newswire The North American Pet Health Insurance Association (NAPHIA) reports continued growth in pet insurance adoption, with 7.6 million pets insured across the United States and Canada in 2025. The number of insured pets increased 9 percent in the United... read more
by Editor | Jul 22, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: PR Newswire A new 2026 Lovet Checkup Report highlights the growing financial challenges facing pet owners despite their strong commitment to their animals. The survey found that 91 percent of pet owners would be willing to go into debt to save their... read more
by Editor | Jul 22, 2026 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: USDA The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) reports that the U.S. hog and pig inventory totaled 73.7 million head as of June 1, 2026, a slight decline from both June 2025 and March 2026. Of the total... read more
by Editor | Jul 21, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Gizmodo Researchers are urging the World Health Organization to classify toxoplasmosis, caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, as a neglected tropical disease to increase research funding and public health efforts. The parasite infects an estimated one... read more
by Editor | Jul 21, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: WLKY VEG ER for Pets has opened its first Kentucky location in St. Matthews, bringing a unique 24/7 Veterinary emergency care model that allows pet owners to remain with their animals throughout treatment, including overnight hospitalization. The facility... read more
by Editor | Jul 20, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: KUNM New Mexico is offering up to $80,000 in student loan repayment to veterinarians who commit to practicing in rural, frontier, and tribal communities for at least four years. The Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program aims to recruit and retain... read more
by Editor | Jul 20, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Ars Technica A new conservation initiative will sequence the genomes of every species protected under the U.S. Endangered Species Act while preserving tissue samples in a long-term biobank to support future recovery efforts. The project is a collaboration... read more
by Editor | Jul 19, 2026 | News
Source: THV 11 Darius, a well-known donkey from Conway, Arkansas, has found a new home at Pediatrics Plus Farm, where he will support therapy programs for children with special needs. The farm is part of Pediatrics Plus, which provides occupational, physical, speech,... read more
by Editor | Jul 19, 2026 | News
Source: KVUE Gracie, a 16-foot tall giraffe that escaped from Cedar Hollow Ranch near Leakey, Texas, has been safely returned after spending nearly two weeks roaming the rugged Texas Hill Country. The successful rescue was led by Dr. Pat O’Neil of Pedernales... read more
by Editor | Jul 18, 2026 | News
Source: Wisn A six-year old Wisconsin girl is recovering after being bitten by a rabid bat in her yard in Shawano County on June 23. According to her family, Cece Kale was attacked when the bat wrapped its wings around her leg and would not let go. Her... read more
by Editor | Jul 18, 2026 | News
Source: The Press Democrat A two-year old giraffe named Zeyna at Safari West wildlife preserve in California recently underwent a rare, specialized procedure to treat painful hoof cysts that threatened her mobility and long-term health. Veterinary specialists and... read more
by Editor | Jul 17, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KNBA A coalition of Alaska Native organizations is launching a two-year rural Veterinary public health program to provide free Veterinary services to approximately 80 Alaska villages beginning in July. Led by the Alaska Federation of Natives and Alaska Native... read more
by Editor | Jul 17, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: Upper Michigan Source Bayshore Veterinary Hospital in Harvey, Michigan, is urging pet owners to avoid using rat poison in homes with dogs after treating six cases of rodenticide poisoning over a two week period. According to veterinarian Dr. Tim Hunt, dogs are... read more
by Editor | Jul 16, 2026 | News
Source: Yahoo! News Following severe thunderstorms and hail on June 24, Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary in Green Bay, Wisconsin, suffered extensive damage when part of its ceiling collapsed, forcing the immediate evacuation of all animals in its care. The building was later... read more
by Editor | Jul 16, 2026 | Companion Animal, News
Source: AVMA A new proof of concept study published in the American Journal of Veterinary Research suggests that augmented reality (AR) eyeglasses could improve precision during complex canine surgeries. Researchers demonstrated that AR technology can project a three... read more
