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by Editor | May 18, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Reuters The Biden administration announced nearly $200 million in funding to combat avian flu (H5N1) among dairy cows, following detections in nine states since late March. The USDA will allocate $98 million, offering up to $28,000 per dairy farm for... read more
by Editor | May 17, 2024 | Agriculture, News
Source: STAT A recent study exploring the distribution of receptors in cow tissues that flu viruses like H5N1 can attach to reveals insights into the pattern of bird flu outbreaks among U.S. dairy cattle. The research, not yet peer-reviewed, found that cow mammary... read more
by Editor | May 14, 2024 | Agriculture, News
Source: WATT Poultry Seaboard Corporation, which owns a 52.5% stake in Butterball, reported a significant decrease in both net income and net sales for its turkey operations in the first quarter of fiscal year 2024. The net income for this period was $15 million, a... read more
by Editor | May 12, 2024 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal, News
Source: Whole Dog Journal When facing a non-life-threatening emergency with your dog in the middle of the night, you now have the option to consult with a veterinarian online, thanks to telemedicine and teletriage services accessible via phone or online.... read more
by Editor | May 11, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: Drovers The Asian longhorned tick (ALT), recognized by the USDA as a significant threat to livestock, has spread across 19 U.S. states. Originating from East Asia, these ticks have a severe impact on beef and dairy cattle by feeding in large numbers, which... read more
by Editor | May 8, 2024 | Agriculture, Livestock, News
Source: WATTPoultry Von Miller, an NFL player with a Poultry Science degree, has realized his ambition of entering the poultry industry by establishing Greener Pastures Chicken. Despite initially raising doubts with a modest flock of 38 chickens, Miller has now... read more
by Editor | May 7, 2024 | Companion Animal, News
Source: KSLTV A cat named Galena from Utah went missing and was later discovered in a surprising location—inside an Amazon return box in California. Galena’s owners received a call informing them of her discovery, sparking disbelief and relief. It was revealed... read more
by Editor | May 6, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: dvm 360 The FDA finalized Guidance for Industry (GFI) #120 to provide guidance on Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) regulations, aiding veterinarians, clients, and stakeholders in managing Veterinary feed directives. The guidance aligns with the VFD final rule... read more
by Editor | May 4, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: dvm 360 The FDA announced updates to its oversight of intentional genomic alterations (IGAs) in animals, aiming to modernize and streamline the evaluation process for innovative animal products. This includes establishing a memorandum of understanding (MOU)... read more
by Editor | May 3, 2024 | Animal Health News, Livestock, News
Source: abc news 8 A Texas veterinarian played a crucial role in solving the mystery of bird flu in cows. Dr. James Grimes, based in Gonzales, assisted in identifying and containing the virus, which had crossed from wild birds to cows, causing illness and death in a... read more
by Editor | May 2, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: Utah Public Radio Jenna Gowans, a second-year Veterinary student at Utah State, is part of a program where students spend two years in Logan before finishing their degree at Washington State University. However, Utah State will soon have its own Veterinary... read more
by Editor | Apr 27, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: The National Tribune Cornell University’s Department of Animal Science unveils groundbreaking animal respiration stalls, a first in the U.S., made possible by collaborations with industry, government, and local farmers. The facility enables research on... read more
by Editor | Apr 26, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: Fox Carolina Warren Wilson College in Asheville, NC, will become pet-friendly, allowing students to bring pets to designated residence halls for an annual fee. Pet-free halls will also be available. Accepted pets include dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, and more.... read more
by Editor | Apr 25, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: Kansas State University Kansas State University Olathe introduces a unique graduate certificate in Data Analytics and Insights in Animal Health, aimed at professionals seeking to excel in the rapidly growing field of Animal Health data and technologies. The... read more
by Editor | Apr 24, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: LSU Media Center LSU researchers have developed a groundbreaking syringe that stores adult stem cells, streamlining the process of delivering them to patients for tendon injury treatment. Traditional methods involve multiple transfers, which can compromise... read more
by Editor | Apr 23, 2024 | Animal Health News, News
Source: AVMA News The AVMA Board of Directors has approved a plan to tackle the shortage of Veterinary specialists in academic roles at Veterinary colleges. Proposed by the AVMA Veterinary Specialty Organizations Committee (VSOC), the plan aims to establish a task... read more
by Editor | Apr 21, 2024 | Animal Health Industry, News
Source: AAVMC The United States faces significant shortages of veterinarians across all sectors, resulting from increased demand for Veterinary services and limited training capacity. Since 1980, U.S. households purchasing Veterinary services have risen steadily, with... read more
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
