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HPAI Spread in MI Intensifies: Veterinarians, Workers Focus on Biosecurity Efforts
Source: Michigan Farm News The H5N1 strain of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has infected various animals in Michigan, including hens, turkeys, cows, and wildlife. Over 6.5 million birds have been affected across four outbreaks, impacting both commercial and...
ABVS Seeking Comments on New Proposed Specialty
Source: dvm360 The American Veterinary Medical Association's (AVMA) American Board of Veterinary Specialties (ABVS) has received a letter of intent to establish a clinical wildlife practice (CWP) specialty within the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP)....
The Pet Industry Is Doing Great and Getting Worse
Source: Forbes The pet industry thrived in 2023, with a $303 billion contribution to the economy, a 16% increase from 2022. Petcare product sales surged in early 2024, outpacing other consumer goods categories, with expected revenue growth of nearly 3%. Pet...
New Animal Science Facility Supports Methane Reduction, Climate Resiliency
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...
Nationwide Now Axing Pet Insurance Policyholders Everywhere
Source: The Canine Review Nationwide Pet Insurance is sending non-renewal letters to policyholders across the country, sparking concerns among pet owners. The company has not clarified which policies or states are affected. Former executives reveal financial...
Warren Wilson College Becomes Pet-Friendly Campus
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....
Declawing cats to be banned in Virginia
Source: Fox 8 Starting in July, Virginia will ban veterinarians from declawing cats except for therapeutic reasons. Governor Glenn Youngkin signed the bill from Del. Marty Martinez, prohibiting declawing unless it's medically necessary or to protect the owner's...
Data Analytics and Insights in Animal Health Graduate Certificate comes to K-State Olathe
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...
Texas A&M Veterinary Emergency Response Team receives $10,000
Source: dvm 360 The North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) awarded Texas A&M’s Veterinary Emergency Response Team (VET) $10,000 for their response to the historic Smokehouse Creek fire in the Texas Panhandle and dedication to Veterinary education. The fire,...
LSU Syringe Device Improves Stem Cell Delivery to Patient
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...
America’s Animal Shelters are Overwhelmed. Pets – and staff – are at Breaking Point
Source: The Guardian The Mendocino Coast Humane Society, facing a surge in animal intake, grapples with the daily challenges of animal cruelty and overpopulation. Despite efforts to communicate the crisis, public understanding remains limited. Workers like Sierra and...
AVMA Task Force to Tackle Specialist Shortage in Academia
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...
Livestock Disease Treatment Among Antibiotic Resistance Concerns
Source: Feed Strategy The World Health Organization (WHO) identifies antimicrobial resistance as a major global health concern, with an estimated annual death toll of 4.95 million. Dr. Justin Tan, from Kemin Animal Nutrition & Health, underscores the importance of...
Is Your Workplace Pet-Friendly Gertified?
Source: dvm 360 Vetster has introduced the Pet Friendly Workplace Certification to promote pet-inclusive workplaces. Amazon, TribalScale, Spot Pet Insurance, and DECIEM are among the first recipients, recognized for their pet-friendly approaches. The certification...
Animal Health Company Assures Veterinarians That OA Drugs Are Safe
Source: dvm 360 Zoetis is defending the safety of its osteoarthritis (OA) therapies for dogs and cats, Bedinvetmab (Librela) and Frunevetmab (Solensia), following reports of adverse effects. Pet owners claimed their animals experienced sickness instead of...
AAVMC Statement on U.S. Veterinary Workforce
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...
Colorado Bats are in Trouble. That’s Bad News for the State’s Mosquito Season.
Source: Colorado Sun The emergence of white nose syndrome (WNS) in bats across Colorado is raising concerns about the vital role these creatures play in pest control and the state's economy. Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) has received reports of sick or dead bats,...
Bird Flu Makes its Way to Another Flock in Michigan
Source: CBS News The highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been detected in another flock in Michigan's Newaygo County, marking the seventh flock in the state within two years. MDARD is responding with quarantine measures and depopulating affected birds to...
Mongeese Are Some of the Only Animals that Go to War. Scientists Could Soon Find Out Why
Source: Salon A fearsome matriarchal warlord, the banded mongoose commands a posse of 30, terrifying even honey badgers with her mighty flatulence. With roots dating back over 65 million years, she revels in violence and leads her tribe with ferocity. Mongoose...
Updates to Pet Food Labels and the Effect on Nutritional Evaluation
Source: Today's Veterinary Practice The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) has approved new regulations for pet food labels to enhance consumer understanding. Key changes include prominently displaying the term "complete" for balanced foods and...
Highly pathogenic avian influenza now in 28 dairy herds in 8 states
Source: Farm and Dairy Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been found in dairy cows across eight states, leading to movement restrictions and increased testing. The USDA confirmed cases in North Carolina, South Dakota, and Michigan, with a total of 28 dairy...
UC Davis Veterinary Hospital Expands in San Diego
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,...
Multiple States Announce Cattle Import Restrictions
Source: dvm 360 Several U.S. states, including Alabama, Arizona, and California, have imposed restrictions on domestic cattle importations from areas where highly pathogenic avian influenza virus (HPAI) has been detected, particularly avian influenza Type A H5H1. The...
Antimicrobial drug for cattle and swine receives FDA approval
Source: dvm 360 The FDA has approved Pradofloxacin injection for treating respiratory diseases in cattle and swine. Pradofloxacin, a fluoroquinolone-class antimicrobial, is available by prescription from licensed veterinarians as a single injection. For cattle, it's...
Vet group CVS warns over risk to personal information in cyber-attack
Source: The Guardian CVS Group, a major UK veterinary chain, reported a potential personal data breach following a cyber-attack. Hackers gained unauthorized access to some of its IT systems, causing disruptions across its 500+ locations, mainly in Britain. The company...