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Why Massachusetts Loves Nibi the Beaver and is Fighting to Keep Her Out of the Wild
Source: NPR Nibi, a two-year-old beaver rescued as a baby in Massachusetts, sparked a debate over whether she was ready for release into the wild. Found abandoned and raised by Newhouse Wildlife Rescue, Nibi became a local favorite due to her mischievous nature....
From Frogs to Rhinos, Database of Animal X-rays, MRIs, CT Scans Touted as ‘Game-Changer’ for Zoo Veterinarians
Source: Chicago Sun-Times In 2018, Brookfield Zoo Chicago veterinarians performed the first-ever CT scan on Layla, a 2,300-pound black rhinoceros, to investigate a nasal obstruction. However, they faced challenges in interpreting the results due to a lack of...
AVMF, Stanton Foundation Offering $150,000 Research Grant
Source: AVMA News The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) has partnered with the Stanton Foundation to offer the Stanton Foundation Canine Spectrum of Care Clinical Trials Grant, providing up to $150,000 for clinical trials aimed at improving canine health...
Groundbreaking Canine Cancer Case Highlights Precision Medicine at UF
Source: UF Health College of Vet Med A two-year-old French bulldog named George received groundbreaking cancer treatment at the University of Florida’s (UF) College of Veterinary Medicine. Initially misdiagnosed with lymphoma, George was eventually found to have a...
Retail Channel $ Update – July Monthly & August Advance
Source: Pet Business Professor In August 2024, deflation accelerated in commodities to -1.2%, affecting consumer spending despite high cumulative prices. Total retail sales rose 53% compared to the 92-23 average, while Relevant Retail saw a 73% increase, both lower...
Insights From The VET Recruiter’s 2024 Workplace/Workforce Survey
For the second year in a row, The VET Recruiter, the leading executive search and recruiting firm for the Animal Health industry and Veterinary profession, conducted a survey of Animal Health and Veterinary professionals. This survey, the 2024 Animal Health and...
VetForum 2024 Highlighting Innovative Products and Services
The VetForum 2024 meeting in Austin, TX, was an inspiring gathering of Veterinary leaders, suppliers, and innovators designed to foster connections and address the industry's key challenges. This was my fourth year as the conference chair, and each year, the event...
Beyond Appreciation: Structural Changes for Veterinary Technicians
Recently, The Bridge Club hosted a conversation titled, “Let's Prioritize Veterinary Technicians.” As a long-time member of the Veterinary industry, The Bridge Club’s founder and CEO, Catherine Haskins, is a supporter of Veterinary technician elevation and a firm...
Maximize Your 2024 Budget: Smart Ways to Invest your Remaining Funds in the Veterinary Profession
As we approach the end of the fiscal year, many companies are taking a hard look at their budgets, strategizing how to make every remaining dollar count. It’s a time when resources can feel tight, but it's also a perfect opportunity to make even a small investment...
Fifth Circuit Court Overturns Texas Telemedicine Ban for Veterinarians
Barely over a week ago the federal Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals issued a powerful opinion overturning the state of Texas ban on a telemedicine VCPR. This decision immediately impacts the three states under jurisdiction of the Fifth Circuit: Texas, Louisiana and...
The Clock is Ticking: Must-Do Tasks Before Windows 10 Support Expires
While Windows 11 has been around for a while, many Veterinary practices have chosen to remain on Windows 10 as the operating system for their workstations. Until recently, this has been a valid strategy. Many Veterinary software companies are still in the process of...
The Employee Experience: How Psychological Health and Safety Impacts Compassion Fatigue
As an RVT, I have experienced compassion fatigue. High workload, distressed owners/patients, emotionally challenging situations, and lack of autonomy were contributing factors that I have personally experienced. Upon reflection, I can’t imagine I was a lot of fun to...
Veterinarians Warn of Possible Parvovirus Outbreak in Manitoba
Source: CTV News A Winnipeg pet rescue, Save A Dog Network, has issued a warning about a potential parvovirus outbreak in Manitoba, with dozens of cases reported. The virus, highly contagious and often deadly, has been affecting puppies, especially in northern...
NPPC Comments on Packers and Stockyards Act Rule
Source: Pork Business The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) has opposed the USDA's proposed rulemaking on “Fair and Competitive Livestock and Poultry Markets,” which addresses unfair practices under the Packers and Stockyards Act (PSA). While NPPC supports...
Online Course Helps Veterinarians Support Rural Mental Health
Source: Cornell Chronicle The College of Veterinary Medicine and NY FarmNet, in collaboration with Rural Minds, has launched a free online course titled “Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in Rural America.” Aimed at Veterinary students, veterinarians, and...
3B Scientific Acquires Veterinary Simulator Industries
Source: PR Newswire 3B Scientific, a leading manufacturer of medical and scientific educational products, has announced its acquisition of Veterinary Simulator Industries (VSI), a prominent developer of Veterinary simulation models. VSI is known for creating highly...
Ohio Pork Leads Coalition Against Lake Erie Activist Claims
Source: Pork Business The Ohio Pork Council has spearheaded a coalition of 11 agricultural groups to intervene in a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), filed by the Environmental Law and Policy Center (ELPC) on May 1, 2024. ELPC claims...
Midwest Veterinary Supply Enters Agreement to Purchase Victor Medical
Source: Midwest Veterinary Supply Midwest Veterinary Supply Inc. has announced its acquisition of Victor Medical Company, a Veterinary distributor based in Irvine, California. This strategic move aims to expand Midwest's market reach and diversify its product...
Green Group Sues Tyson Foods for Allegedly False Climate Claims
Source: Reuters The Environmental Working Group (EWG) is suing Tyson Foods for allegedly misleading consumers about its climate commitments, claiming the company has not provided meaningful plans to achieve its stated goal of net-zero emissions by 2050. The lawsuit,...
FDA Shows Commitment to Animal and Veterinary Innovation
Source: dvm 360 The FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine has established four Animal and Veterinary Innovation Centers (AVICs) to advance the goals of its Animal and Veterinary Innovation Agenda (AVIA), announced in September 2023. These centers will receive funding...
Congress Considers Bill Helping with Costs of Veterinary Care, Pet Insurance
Source: AVMA News New bipartisan legislation, the People and Animals Well-being (PAW) Act (H.R. 9508), has been introduced in Congress to help Americans manage Veterinary costs by allowing pet-related expenses to be covered under health savings accounts (HSAs) and...
Salinas Cat Travels Over 1,000 Miles Back Home After Going Missing in Yellowstone
Source: KSBW 8 Benny and Susanne Anguiano, a couple from Salinas, reunited with their beloved cat, Rayne Beau, after losing him in Yellowstone National Park. During their trip, Rayne Beau was startled and ran off, leading the couple to spend days searching for him...
Cornell, NY Farm Net Launch Mental Health, Suicide Prevention Course
Source: 12 News Cornell University’s College of Veterinary Medicine and NY Farm Net have partnered with Rural Minds to launch a free online mental health and suicide prevention course. This course is designed to provide practical strategies and resources for rural...
Rowan University Marks Construction Milestone
Source: Today's Veterinary Business Rowan University’s Shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine has reached the halfway point in constructing its 162,000-square-foot facility. The milestone was marked by the signing of a 7-foot, 300-pound steel beam, with the first...
The Dissolved AAFCO-FDA Partnership & the Future of Pet Food Safety
Source: Pet Age Recent changes in the collaboration between the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) and the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) will impact the regulation and approval of pet food ingredients. Since 2007, the two organizations...