Source: Veterinary Practice News  A new study by the University of California San Diego, published in PLOS ONE, investigates whether dogs understand words communicated through soundboards or buttons, a trend popularized on social media. The research explores five key...

Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released its annual Pesticide Residue Monitoring Program Report for Fiscal Year 2022, covering the period from October 2021 to September 2022. The report summarizes findings from...

Source: Wyoming Public Media Anthrax has been detected in multiple beef herds in Carbon County, Wyoming, near Elk Mountain, marking the first confirmed cases in Wyoming cattle since the 1970s and in wildlife since 1956. A dead moose also tested positive for the...

Source: CBC  Peter Savara and Katie Cacciotti from northeastern Ontario are raising awareness about blastomycosis, a fungal infection that led to the death of their dog, Stella. Stella developed coughing and weight loss, prompting a vet visit where the couple learned...

Source: Oklahoma's News 4  An investigation is underway in Elk City, Oklahoma, after the sudden deaths of 40 to 70 horses belonging to Beutler and Son Rodeo Co. The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry (ODAFF) was alerted on August 23 about a possible...

Source: WCNC  NBCUniversal's Clear the Shelters campaign aims to promote pet adoption by reducing or waiving fees, countering the misconception that such practices devalue pets or lead to higher return rates. Studies, including research by the ASPCA and Maddie's Fund,...

Source: yahoo! finance  BARK, a leading global dog brand, announced its pioneering role in creating the pet product industry's first international safety standard for dog toys and launched a state-of-the-art testing lab. This lab, developed over two years, replicates...

Source: dvm 360  A study by the Croney Research Group, presented by Kayla Pasteur at the 2024 AVMA Conference, identified a significant gap in scientific literature concerning the impact of access to Veterinary care on animal welfare, particularly regarding behavior....

Source: WSU Insider  Washington State University (WSU) researchers, led by Professor Kelly Brayton, have received an $800,000 grant to develop a safer and more effective vaccine for Anaplasma marginale, a tick-borne pathogen causing severe losses in the cattle...

Source: Earth.com  A recent study published in PLOS ONE explores whether dogs using soundboard buttons to "speak" are genuinely communicating or simply responding to cues. Led by Federico Rossano, Associate Professor at UC San Diego, this research suggests that dogs...

Source: INDEPENDENT  A new study reveals that heatwaves significantly impair bumble bees' ability to detect floral scents, threatening their role as vital pollinators. Bumble bees are crucial to agriculture, pollinating crops that comprise about one-third of the...

Source: AVMA News  Honey bees, often considered wildlife, face similar issues to food production animals, including antimicrobial resistance and health concerns. Dr. Kaitlyn Krebs, a bee veterinarian and beekeeper, emphasizes the need for veterinarians to learn about...

Source: Live Science Cats’ dislike of closed doors is linked to their natural curiosity, desire for control, and fear of missing out (FOMO), according to experts. Dr. Karen Sueda, a Veterinary behaviorist, explains that cats want to know what's behind a closed door,...

Source: KOCO News 5  The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry has partnered with the Farm Journal Foundation to address the state's shortage of rural and food animal veterinarians. Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture, Blayne Arthur, emphasized that...

Source: CBS 19  Stephen F. Austin State University in Nacogdoches, Texas, is spearheading a groundbreaking drone research project aimed at assessing the health of wild dolphins. The initiative, named Passive Health Assessment in Sea Mammals (PHASM), utilizes a...

Source: CIDRAP  A study published in PLOS One analyzed data from Germany's Veterinary practices, revealing that approximately 12% of Escherichia coli isolates from dogs and cats are resistant to third-generation cephalosporins, specifically cefovecin, the only one...

Source: FDA  The FDA's recent guidance clarifies the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FFDCA) requirements for veterinarians in prescribing animal drugs and establishing a veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR). According to the FDA, only licensed...

Source: AVMA News  The CDC’s National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) developed the “Impact Wellbeing Guide” to help healthcare employers reduce burnout and improve worker wellbeing. The guide offers six evidence-based action steps, including...

Source: AP NEWS  Philadelphia International Airport celebrated the five-year anniversary of its Wagging Tails Brigade, a group of 23 therapy dogs dedicated to easing traveler stress. The celebration included birthday presents for the dogs, a customized cake, cupcakes...

Source: Nebraska Examiner  Sydney Hutchinson, a freshman at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, initially planned to attend Kansas State University for Veterinary school due to an attractive early admissions offer. However, her plans changed after learning about...

Source: Forbes Cats are known for being picky eaters due to their acute sense of smell and preference for umami (savory) flavors over sweetness. Researchers from Northeast Agricultural University and the Shanghai Institute of Technology are investigating how to create...

Source: WSU Insider  Washington State University researchers, led by Dr. Kelly Brayton, received an $800,000 grant to develop a safer, more effective vaccine for Anaplasma marginale, a tick-borne pathogen causing significant global economic losses in the cattle...