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Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming Celebrates Opening of 300th Location in Middleton, Florida
Source: Pet Age Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming celebrated a major milestone with the opening of its 300th location in Middleton, Florida, within The Villages community near Orlando. The store is operated by longtime franchise partners Beth and Woody Whitcomb, marking...
Petco Health and Wellness Prices $600 Million Senior Secured Notes Offering
Source: Pet Age Petco Health and Wellness announced the pricing of a $600 million senior secured notes offering, with the new notes set to mature on February 1, 2031, and carry an annual interest rate of 8.25%. The transaction is expected to close on February 2, 2026,...
K9s For Warriors Marks Major Milestone with Opening of Florida Veterinary Clinic
Source: Pet Age K9s For Warriors announced the opening of its new Duffield Veterinary Clinic in Ponte Vedra, Florida, marking a major milestone in the organization’s 15-year history. The state-of-the-art, 4,284-square-foot on-site facility replaces the nonprofit’s...
Alphaeon Brings Innovative Financing Solutions to Veterinary and Audiology Practices
Source: PR Newswire Alphaeon, a leading third-party healthcare financing company, announced the expansion of its financing solutions to Veterinary and audiology practices. With more than a decade of experience supporting cosmetic, vision, and dental providers,...
Endorsed By a Veterinarian? Think Again.
Source: VIN News A recent investigation highlights growing concerns about misleading online marketing of pet supplements falsely claiming Veterinary endorsement. A viral Facebook post promoted a taurine supplement for cats, attributed to a supposed veterinarian, but...
California Ban on Elective Cat Declawing Goes into Effect
Source: VIN News California has enacted a statewide ban on elective cat declawing, making it illegal for veterinarians to perform the procedure for nonmedical reasons. The law allows the state Veterinary board to fine, suspend, or revoke the license of veterinarians...
Dog Noses Point Toward Earlier Detection of a Stealthy Cancer
Source: VIN News New research suggests trained detection dogs may help pave the way for earlier diagnosis of canine hemangiosarcoma (HSA), one of the deadliest and most elusive cancers in dogs. Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary...
Netherlands Targets Incentive-Based Pay for Veterinarians
Source: VIN News The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has proposed banning incentive-based pay for veterinarians, aiming to address rising concerns over the cost of Veterinary care. The recommendation would prohibit linking veterinarians’...
VMG Launches Introductory Leadership-Focused CPD Course
Source: VetTimes Veterinary Management Group (VMG) has launched a new entry-level leadership CPD course aimed at professionals across the Veterinary sector. The 10-hour programme, Introduction to Veterinary Leadership and Management (iVLM), is designed to provide...
FDA Grants Full Approval for Canine Idiopathic Epilepsy Medication
Source: DVM 360 The FDA has granted full approval to potassium bromide chewable tablets (KBroVet), developed by Pegasus Laboratories, Inc., for the management of seizures in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy. The prescription-only medication is administered daily and...
Morris Animal Foundation Now Accepting Wildlife Health Research Pre-Proposals
Source: Morris Animal Foundation Morris Animal Foundation is now accepting wildlife health research pre-proposals focused on the health and welfare of mammal species. The call includes opportunities for Established Investigator, First Award, and Pilot Study grants,...
Why Cats Prefer Sleeping on Their Left Side—and How It Might Help Them Survive
Source: Science Daily An international research team has discovered that domestic cats overwhelmingly prefer sleeping on their left side—revealed through analysis of 408 YouTube videos—suggesting this behavior offers an evolutionary survival benefit. Sleeping on their...
Lyme Disease In Dogs
Source: AVMA Lyme disease, caused by Borrelia burgdorferi bacteria and transmitted by blacklegged ticks, affects both humans and animals, including dogs, cats, and horses. While most infected dogs show no symptoms, 5–10% develop signs like intermittent lameness,...
Guidelines Developed for Diagnosing, Monitoring Canine Cognitive Decline
Source: PHYS ORG An international working group of canine cognition experts has published new guidelines to standardize the diagnosis and monitoring of canine cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CCDS), often compared to Alzheimer’s disease in humans. The guidelines define...
President’s Column: Want to help advance our profession?
Source: AVMA In this President’s Column, Dr. Michael Q. Bailey reflects on how collaboration and volunteer service have shaped his career and the Veterinary profession. From his undergraduate years through Veterinary school, residency, and clinical practice, he...
Tiny Deer Shows Massive Rhino ‘Who’s Boss’ in Epic Clash at Poland Zoo
Source: For The Win A playful yet striking encounter between a tiny deer and a massive rhinoceros at Wroclaw Zoo has gone viral after being compared to a “David vs. Goliath” showdown. The video shows a 28-pound Chinese muntjac, also known as an Asian deer, squaring...
Crowley, Louisiana Vet Hospital Goes Viral Again
Source: 97.3 The Dawg Crowley Veterinarian Hospital in Crowley, Louisiana, has gone viral once again by combining pet care with humor and seasonal fun. The full-service animal hospital, which offers services such as routine exams, dental care, spay and neuter...
Mystery of Wolf-Type Dogs Solved with DNA test
Source: BBC Three large dogs found roaming the streets of Preston, England, in October 2025 have been confirmed as wolf-dogs after DNA testing resolved widespread speculation about their origins. Initially identified by the local council as German Shepherd–type dogs,...
Texas DSHS Says Hays County is Seeing a Significant Spike in Rabies
Source: KVUE Health officials have confirmed a rabies outbreak in Hays County, Texas, primarily affecting local wildlife. According to the Hays County Health Department, most confirmed cases have involved foxes, but rabies poses a serious risk to pets, livestock, and...
Spokane Veterinarian Honored for Dedication to Police K9 Unit
Source: NonStop Local KHQ A Spokane-area veterinarian has been formally recognized for her dedication and service to the Spokane Police Department’s K9 Unit. Police Chief Kevin Hall, along with members of the K9 team, recently presented Dr. Maike Bachmann with a...
State-Level Farm Bill Proposal Aims to Boost Biosecurity and Tackle Veterinarian Shortages
Source: We Are Iowa Iowa officials are advancing a broad state-level farm policy proposal designed to strengthen agriculture, improve preparedness for foreign animal diseases, and address persistent workforce shortages. The plan takes a comprehensive approach to...
High PFAS Levels in Wisconsin Eaglets May Reduce Their Ability to Fend Off Illness
Source: Wisconsin Public Radio Researchers have found that high levels of PFAS, known as “forever chemicals,” in Wisconsin bald eagle nestlings may weaken their immune systems and reduce their ability to fight disease. The Great Lakes Bald Eagle Health Project, which...
Concerns Over Animal Health and EU Food Security
Source: Think Global Health As the EU debates reforms to its Common Agricultural Policy (CAP), set to expire in 2027, disruptions in the agrifood sector are raising serious concerns about food security. Farmers across Europe have protested proposed subsidy cuts, while...
TFB Scholarship Open for Rural Veterinary Students
Source: Texas Farm Bureau Texas Farm Bureau (TFB) is accepting applications for its Rural Veterinary Scholarship to help address the growing shortage of veterinarians in rural Texas. As many long-serving rural veterinarians near retirement and fewer graduates enter...
Lancaster County Veterinary Clinic Hit in Cyberattack
Source: Fox 43 A Lancaster County Veterinary clinic is limiting services after being hit by a cyberattack that disrupted access to patient records. Metro Pet/Manheim Pike Veterinary Hospital, which operates three locations in the county, announced the incident on...