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NAVLE to Undergo Independent Audit
Source: dvm 360 Concerns within the Veterinary community have prompted the International Council for Veterinary Assessment to commission an independent audit of the North American Veterinary Licensing Examination. Questions have been raised about how the NAVLE is...
US Department of Justice Files Statement of Interest in LMU Lawsuit
Source: dvm 360 The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a statement of interest in a lawsuit brought by Lincoln Memorial University against the American Veterinary Medical Association, challenging AVMA’s accreditation standards for Veterinary schools. The Justice...
Roseman University Appoints Dr. Christina V. Tran as Executive Associate Dean for Proposed College of Veterinary Medicine
Source: Roseman University of Health Sciences Roseman University of Health Sciences has appointed Christina V. Tran, DVM, as executive associate dean of its proposed College of Veterinary Medicine, effective January 12, 2026. Tran brings more than two decades of...
FDA to Lower Number of Trials Required for Approval of Drugs, Other Medical Products
Source: STAT 10 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is considering a major change to how new drugs and medical products are evaluated for approval by shifting toward requiring only a single pivotal clinical trial instead of the traditional two. Historically,...
Holidays Bring Rise in Pet Emergencies, Insurance Data Shows
Source: Veterinary Practice News Nationwide pet insurance reports a significant rise in pet health emergencies during the winter holidays, based on claims data from more than one million insured pets. December sees a sharp spike in chocolate-related incidents, with...
Leising: Veterinary Bill Passes Out of Committee
Source: Eagle Country Online An Indiana Senate committee has advanced legislation aimed at easing the state’s Veterinary workforce shortage. Senate Bill 56, authored by Sen. Jean Leising, seeks to expand access to Veterinary care by allowing licensed veterinarians and...
French Farmers Mobilize Against Cattle Culls Over Skin Disease
Source: AA French farmers launched widespread protests after authorities ordered the culling of cattle following confirmed cases of nodular dermatitis, also known as lumpy skin disease. Demonstrations were concentrated in southwestern France, where farmers opposed...
Zisk Dairy Projections for 2026: Where Profits Will be Won (and Lost)
Source: Dairy Herd Management Zisk, a downloadable app used by more than 4,500 dairy farms representing over half of the U.S. milk cow herd, projects a generally profitable outlook for 2026, though gains will be unevenly distributed. The app’s fourth annual report...
HISA Announces Equine Recovery Foundation
Source: Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority has announced the creation of the HISA Equine Recovery Foundation, an independent nonprofit launching in early 2026 to support Thoroughbred racehorses that suffer...
Missouri Congressman Cleaver Calls on Veterinary Schools to Address ‘Systemic Abuse’ of Students
Source: MissouriNet U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver of Missouri’s 5th District is urging Veterinary schools across the country to investigate allegations of systemic mistreatment of students. He argues that many programs rely on students as inexpensive labor,...
Reasons to Spay Your Guinea Pig
Source: University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine Spaying female guinea pigs is now increasingly recommended as an important form of preventive Veterinary care. In the past, the procedure was discouraged because of concerns about anesthesia and surgical...
Training Students to Fill the ‘Veterinary Desert’
Source: Farm Progress Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine is expanding training and facilities to address Indiana’s growing Veterinary shortage, particularly in rural “Veterinary desert” regions. Renovations completed in 2022 added modern small-animal,...
Fine-Mapping Breakthrough Aids Livestock Breeding and Research
Source: National Hog Farmer Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed new statistical methods that greatly improve fine-mapping, the process of identifying specific DNA variants responsible for important traits in livestock. Traditional...
Urinary Biomarker Links Diet-Associated DCM to Phospholipidosis
Source: dvm 360 New research from Tufts University has identified a potential biological link between pulse-rich diets and diet-associated dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs. Led by Veterinary nutritionist Lisa Freeman, the study found that dogs with DCM consuming...
Cambridge University Vet School Could Close
Source: MSN The University of Cambridge is considering closing its Veterinary school by 2032 following recommendations from its School of the Biological Sciences, citing concerns about the long-term sustainability of delivering clinical services. Under the proposal,...
Novel Kirkovirus May Be Associated with Colitis in Horses
Source: NC State University Researchers at North Carolina State University have identified a novel kirkovirus that may be associated with colitis and small colon impactions in horses, offering a potential new direction for diagnosing unexplained gastrointestinal...
Petco Takes Down Vetco Website After Exposing Customers’ Personal Information
Source: TechCrunch Petco has taken part of its Vetco Clinics website offline after a security flaw exposed sensitive customer and pet data to the public internet. The vulnerability allowed anyone to access Veterinary records without logging in by manipulating web...
Schwarzman Animal Medical Center Completes a Four-Year, 83,000 Square-Foot, and $125 Million Transformation
Source: WSAV.com Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) has completed an 83,000-square-foot, $125 million expansion and renovation, marking the largest transformation in the hospital’s 115-year history and its first major upgrade in 60 years. The four-year project...
Florida Law Taking Effect January 1 Shakes Up Pet Insurance and Dog Owners Statewide
Source: MSN A new Florida law, HB 655, will take effect January 1, introducing the state’s first regulations for pet insurance and affecting all dog owners. The bill formally recognizes coverage for pet accidents, illnesses, and diseases under Florida property...
Purina Announces Donations to Five Leading Veterinary Schools to Foster Advancements in Veterinary Care
Source: Purina Purina has announced new donations to five leading U.S. Veterinary schools to advance research, education, and innovation in pet health. Timed with International Day of Veterinary Medicine, the initiative supports programs at the University of...
USDA Opens Sterile Fly Dispersal Facility in Mexico
Source: dvm 360 The U.S. Department of Agriculture has opened a sterile fly dispersal facility in Tampico, Mexico, to help combat the spread of New World screwworm (NWS), a dangerous parasite that feeds on living tissue and can kill livestock, pets, wildlife, and even...
Supporting a National Shift in Pet Health: Embrace Surpasses $1 Billion in Claims Paid and Earns J.D. Power Certification
Source: PR Newswire Embrace Pet Insurance has surpassed $1 billion in Veterinary claim reimbursements, highlighting the growing role pet insurance plays in helping families manage unexpected medical costs. In a U.S. market where only about 4% of pets are insured, the...
Top Questions on New World Screwworm: What Every Veterinarian Should Know
Source: dvm 360 New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) has re-emerged as a serious Veterinary threat, with cases increasing in Mexico and detections reported within about 70 miles of the US border. The parasite causes aggressive primary myiasis, producing...
Why Shailene Woodley Loves Being A Cat Mom And Prioritizes Pet Adoption
Source: Forbes Actress Shailene Woodley is using her public platform to advocate for pet adoption, drawing from her deeply personal bond with her two rescue cats, Bear and Pharrah. Though often seen in high-profile roles and public appearances, Woodley reveals a...
How to Get Fit With Your Dog
Source: American Kennel Club Exercising with your dog can improve both human and canine health while strengthening their bond. Walking is the simplest way to start, aligning with the American Heart Association’s recommendation of 150 minutes of moderate exercise...