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by Editor | May 13, 2025 | Animal Health News, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Nebraska Public Media Nebraska Governor Jim Pillen has launched the Nebraska Rural Veterinary Grant Program to address the state’s shortage of livestock veterinarians. The initiative offers up to $150,000 to 13 recent Veterinary graduates who commit to... read more
by Editor | May 1, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: PR Newswire Thrive Pet Healthcare, a national network of over 360 Veterinary hospitals, has completed a new financing transaction that provides over $350 million in enhanced liquidity and extends the maturity of all its debt instruments. The transaction, fully... read more
by Editor | Apr 27, 2025 | Companion Animal, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: KLTV Dr. Tammy Wilson of Flint Veterinary Clinic warns that mold and outdoor fungi can pose serious health risks to pets. While many people associate mold with indoor growth like black mold near sinks or basins, Wilson explains that outdoor fungi—known... read more
by Editor | Apr 27, 2025 | Companion Animal, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: American Pet Products The American Pet Products Association (APPA) announced that U.S. pet industry spending reached $152 billion in 2024, with projections of $157 billion for 2025. According to APPA’s 2025 State of the Industry Report, pet ownership continues... read more
by Editor | Apr 17, 2025 | News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Fox 5 Vegas Dr. Shawn Frehner, a Las Vegas veterinarian, remains missing after disappearing at Lake Mead on April 6, 2025. His unoccupied truck, containing his phone, wallet, and keys, was found at Hemenway Harbor. Frehner’s disappearance follows the... read more
by Editor | Apr 16, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Vet Candy The Veterinary industry is facing a post-pandemic downturn marked by declining revenue, fewer client visits, and economic pressure on pet owners. After a boom in demand during COVID-19, many practices are now struggling as inflation, job losses, and... read more
by Editor | Apr 12, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: KRQE News Senate Bill 8, aimed at addressing New Mexico’s shortage of large animal veterinarians, is now awaiting Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham’s signature. The bill offers student loan relief to veterinarians who commit to working full-time for at least... read more
by Editor | Apr 3, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, News, Veterinary Practice
Source: Colorado Politics A new bill in Colorado is causing controversy over its implementation of Proposition 129, which created the Veterinary Professional Associate (VPA) position to help address the state’s Veterinary shortage. Advocates argue that House Bill 1285... read more
by Editor | Feb 27, 2025 | Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: AAHA The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has officially opposed the introduction of mid-level practitioners (MLPs) in Veterinary medicine, citing concerns about patient safety, quality of care, and regulatory challenges. MLPs, similar to nurse... read more
by Editor | Feb 26, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Veterinary Practice
Source: WCTV Veterinarians face significant mental health challenges, with CDC research indicating they are two to four times more likely to die by suicide than the general population. The immense emotional burden of their profession, including euthanasia decisions... read more
by Editor | Feb 24, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: AAHA The Veterinary Technician National Examination (VTNE) application process has undergone major modifications to streamline licensing. Changes include allowing students in AVMA- and CVMA-accredited programs to take the exam in their final semester,... read more
by Editor | Feb 24, 2025 | Animal Health News, Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: dvm 360 Tashi, a 7-year-old Shih-Tzu, was diagnosed with retinal detachment in both eyes, leading to vision loss. Seeking treatment, her owners discovered that UC Davis College of Veterinary Medicine had recently acquired a state-of-the-art microscope, making... read more
by Editor | Feb 21, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Veterinary Practice
Source: VIN News VCA Animal Hospitals is permanently closing at least 17 urgent care centers across five states, marking a shift from its previous expansion strategy. Originally launched in 2022, VCA’s urgent care centers aimed to provide same-day or next-day... read more
by Editor | Feb 15, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Veterinary Practice
Source: Cision PR Web Fear Free® has launched a new Emergency & Urgent Care Practice Certification to ensure low-stress care for pets in critical situations. This program expands the organization’s mission of reducing fear, anxiety, and stress (FAS) in animals by... read more
by Editor | Feb 13, 2025 | Animal Health Industry, Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: CBS 6 News Richmond Veterinary nurse Becky Lacy has launched Animalance RVA, a specialized pet transport service in Richmond to assist pet owners facing mobility or transportation challenges. With over 20 years of experience, Lacy was part of the team that... read more
by Editor | Feb 10, 2025 | Students, Veterinary Practice
Source: PBS News Veterinarians face significant mental health challenges, with suicide rates twice as high as the general population. Chelsea Van Thof, a veterinarian, lost her partner and vet school classmate, Peter Tripp, to suicide, highlighting the emotional toll... read more
by Editor | Feb 3, 2025 | Animal Health News, Veterinary Practice
Source: dvm 360 The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC), in partnership with Chewy Health, announced the 2025 Chewy Veterinary Leaders Cohort, a program designed to support underrepresented second-year Veterinary students with financial... read more
by Editor | Jan 27, 2025 | Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: PR Newswire The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) has partnered with Lap of Love Veterinary Hospice, a nationwide provider of in-home pet hospice and euthanasia care, to promote awareness of the human-animal bond during pets’ end-of-life journeys.... read more
by Editor | Jan 24, 2025 | Animal Health News, Veterinary Practice
Source: CBS News The SPCA Monterey County is investigating a man accused of impersonating a veterinarian in Prunedale and Salinas, engaging in unlicensed Veterinary practices, and causing animal cruelty. The suspect allegedly performed examinations, prescribed... read more
by Editor | Jan 22, 2025 | Companion Animal, Veterinary Practice
Source: CBS News Massachusetts has banned cat declawing, making it the third state to do so, alongside New York and Maryland. Governor Maura Healey signed the legislation, which animal advocates call a significant step toward preventing what they describe as an... read more
