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by Editor | Sep 18, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: ABC 15 The United States could face a shortage of roughly 17,000 veterinarians by 2032, according to a 2024 study commissioned by the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges. The study estimates the country will need 70,092 new veterinarians by... read more
by Editor | Sep 16, 2026 | Companion Animal, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: WPR Rural Wisconsin communities are experiencing a critical shortage of veterinarians, limiting access to care for both farm animals and pets. In 2025, the U.S. Department of Agriculture identified a record 243 rural Veterinary shortage areas nationwide,... read more
by Editor | Sep 12, 2026 | Animal Health News, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: AVMA The Board of Pharmacy Specialties (BPS) has established Veterinary pharmacy as its 17th specialty certification program, creating a formal pathway for pharmacists to demonstrate expertise in medication use for nonhuman animals. The designation recognizes... read more
by Editor | Sep 9, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: USA Today Zoo veterinarians rely on advanced medical technology, specialized knowledge, and creative problem-solving to care for an extraordinary range of animals. Veterinary teams at zoos perform many of the same diagnostic procedures used for people and... read more
by Editor | Sep 9, 2026 | Companion Animal, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: The Record Delta Choosing the right dog or cat requires more than selecting an appealing breed, according to veterinarian Roxanne Evans, owner of Upshur Veterinary Hospital in West Virginia. Evans recommends researching breeds before bringing a pet home,... read more
by Editor | Sep 2, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Channel 3000 Wisconsin is seeking to address its shortage of rural veterinarians through a new student loan repayment program designed to attract and retain professionals who treat farm animals. Large-animal veterinarians often spend much of their workday... read more
by Editor | Sep 1, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: AP News Thousands of dogs and cats in Texas are facing adoption delays as officials work to contain the New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite that has entered the United States from Mexico for the first time in 60 years. The parasite can infect mammals... read more
by Editor | Aug 27, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: MetLife Pet Insurance A national survey commissioned by MetLife Pet Insurance highlights the growing financial pressures facing American pet owners as Veterinary costs and other household expenses rise. According to the survey, 15% of pet owners are... read more
by Editor | Aug 26, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Denver Post The Denver Post is seeking input from pet owners about how rising Veterinary care costs are affecting decisions about their animals’ health. The newspaper’s business team is asking readers to share experiences involving unexpectedly high Veterinary... read more
by Editor | Aug 22, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: WBIR The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine has announced a $72 million expansion of its Small Animal Hospital to address growing demand for Veterinary care and educate more veterinarians. The project will add nearly 20,000 square feet of... read more
by Editor | Aug 21, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Stripes The U.S. Army’s Veterinary Readiness Activity in Italy plays a vital role in military readiness by providing Veterinary care, food safety inspections, and public health support for Army, Navy, and Air Force installations across Europe and beyond.... read more
by Editor | Aug 14, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: WFAE 90.7 Animal shelters across the United States are struggling with overcrowding as rising pet care costs make it harder for owners to keep or rehome their animals. Mecklenburg County’s Animal Care and Control shelter recently stopped accepting owner... read more
by Editor | Aug 12, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: W Journal Puerto Rico Puerto Rico’s Department of Consumer Affairs (DACO) has launched an islandwide inspection campaign to ensure that scales used in Veterinary clinics are properly calibrated and certified. The initiative, led by DACO’s Weights... read more
by Editor | Aug 11, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Fox 6 Richard Van Domelen, the lead veterinarian and facility manager at Ridglan Farms in Wisconsin, has had his Veterinary license permanently revoked by the Wisconsin Veterinary Examining Board for unprofessional conduct. The board found that Van Domelen... read more
by Editor | Aug 6, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: MSN A new surgical mentorship center in Carrollton, Texas, is helping address the nationwide Veterinary shortage by providing hands on training for recent graduates. The Dr. Barbara Craig Surgical Mentorship Center, created through a collaboration... read more
by Editor | Aug 3, 2026 | Agriculture, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Montana Right Now Montana lawmakers are revising legislation aimed at addressing the growing shortage of rural veterinarians, a challenge affecting ranchers and livestock producers across the state. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated 17 Montana... read more
by Editor | Jul 30, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: The News & Observers A recent North Carolina animal cruelty case is drawing attention to the legal responsibilities of pet owners to obtain necessary veterinary care. A Raleigh man faces felony animal cruelty charges after authorities allege he declined... read more
by Editor | Jul 29, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: PBS News Veterinary care costs have risen approximately 60% since 2014, prompting increased scrutiny of the growing role of private equity in the profession. A recent PBS News Hour report examines how private equity firms and large corporations have rapidly... read more
by Editor | Jul 26, 2026 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Vet Help Direct Taylor & Francis has published the first Plain Language Summary of Publication (PLSP) in Veterinary research, marking a significant step toward making scientific discoveries more accessible to a wider audience. Published in the... 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
