Source: Health Day  Shola, an English Shepherd and former member of the Edale Mountain Rescue Team, was forced to retire due to progressive retinal atrophy (PRA), a genetic disease causing blindness. However, new research from the University of Cambridge has led to a...

Source: Dairy Reporter  Researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison have identified stable flies (Stomoxys) as carriers of bacteria causing bovine mastitis, a costly disease for dairy farms. Published in the journal mSphere, the study shows these flies carry...

Source: dvm360 The Maryland Zoo welcomed a new chimpanzee, Rozi, on June 10, 2024. Initially healthy, Rozi's condition declined after a few weeks, prompting intervention from the animal care team. Pamela Carter, the Chimpanzee Forest Area manager, explained that Rozi,...

Source: dvm360 At the 2024 American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Convention in Austin, Texas, Melody Martínez, CVT, president of the Multicultural Veterinary Medical Association, discussed nontraditional career paths for Veterinary technicians. She...

Source: Vetsource  A mid-year update from the Pet Business Professor reported a significant increase in non-Veterinary pet services spending, reaching $12.77 billion in the first half of 2023, a 17.5% rise from the previous year. This segment, the smallest and most...

Source: AVMA News  Nearly half of U.S. households own pets, but many face challenges finding affordable, pet-friendly rental housing. According to the 2021 Pet-Inclusive Housing Initiative (PIHI) Report, 72% of renters find pet-friendly housing difficult to locate,...

Source: Iowa Capital Dispatch  Iowa State University researchers have discovered a potential reason for the presence of avian influenza in U.S. dairy herds, linking the virus to raw milk. Their study revealed that bovine mammary gland tissue contains receptors for the...

Source: Delaware Public Media  Out-of-state dog transports in Delaware are suspended for 30 days due to a Canine Influenza outbreak. The control order affects all shelters and rescues, halting out-of-state intakes and adoptions. State Veterinarian Karen Lopez...

Source: BSM Partners  The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) announced that its Pet Food Committee has rejected a proposal to establish a maximum limit for copper in dog food. This decision follows ongoing debates about dietary copper restrictions...

Source: The Horse  To prevent equine infectious diseases at the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) has implemented stringent measures. All horses must be vaccinated for equine influenza and have twice-daily rectal...

Source: K-State News  Kansas State University veterinarians achieved a record number of service animal eye exams during the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists/Epicur Pharma National Service Animal Eye Exam event in May. The K-State Veterinary Health...

Source: Super Talk Mississippi Media  Veterinarians at Mississippi State University (MSU) have successfully treated two endangered sea turtles. Toast Malone, a Kemp’s ridley sea turtle, had a fishhook removed from its stomach via endoscopy, performed by Dr. John...

Source: Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology News  Researchers have developed the "zoonotic web" concept, illustrating the intricate network of relationships between zoonotic agents, their hosts, vectors, food sources, and the environment, as detailed in a Nature...

Source: Today's Veterinary Practice  The contemporary Veterinary workforce is diverse and faces complex challenges including decision-making, financial pressures, and cultural sensitivity. Modern practice requires noncognitive skills like empathy and emotional...

Source: Drovers  In the first half of 2024, cattle prices reached record highs, with fed steers averaging $195.81/cwt and 850-pound steers at $255.41/cwt. Boning cull cows and high-dressing Breaker cows also saw significant prices. Steer calves averaged $324.53/cwt,...

Source: Fox 26 Houston  Two Houston-based non-profits, the Houston Humane Society and Pure Mutts Animal Sanctuary, need help after Hurricane Beryl caused significant damage. The Houston Humane Society, a no-kill shelter that never turns away lost dogs, saw its dog...

Source: Texas A&M University  Ticks, notorious for latching onto pets and humans, carry diseases with severe consequences. Dr. Dana Kneese from Texas A&M University explains how to manage and prevent tick infestations. Ticks, part of the arachnid family, have...

Source: AVMA  Veterinary patients undergoing anesthesia are at risk of cardiopulmonary arrest (CPA), though CPR can often revive them. Dr. Daniel Fletcher from Cornell University highlights that CPA in general practice is frequently anesthesia-related, with Veterinary...

Source: NPR  A stifling heat wave in the Western U.S. has turned popular nature trails deadly, with recent incidents including a child collapsing in Phoenix, a couple needing airlift rescue near Joshua National Park, and three hikers dying at the Grand Canyon. Extreme...

Source: CNN Melissa Wolf, founder of UnChained, pairs vulnerable youth in juvenile correction facilities with rescued dogs to provide mutual rehabilitation. The nonprofit aims to decrease juvenile recidivism and save animals' lives. Participants train dogs, preparing...

Source: Veterinary 33  Merck Animal Health, also known as MSD Animal Health outside the U.S. and Canada, has finalized its acquisition of Elanco's aquaculture business. This strategic move significantly bolsters Merck's presence in the aquaculture industry,...

Source: AVMA  Money is a key motivator for retaining valued veterinary team members, especially with recent inflation. According to the 2023 AVMA Veterinary Practice Owners Survey, 86% of practice owners raised wages last year, with most increases between 4% and 6%....

Source: PetFood Industry  Veterinarians, traditionally seen as key pet care influencers, are now facing increased competition from various sources, particularly among millennials and Gen Z. The "U.S. Pet Market Outlook 2024–2025" report highlights this shift,...

Source: Pet Age  Vetnique Labs, a leading pet health and wellness company, announced its acquisition of Lintbells, known for the YuMOVE pet supplement brand, from private equity investor Inflexion. Financial details were not disclosed, and the transaction is expected...