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Elanco Announces Sale of Aqua Business to Merck Animal Health for $1.3B
Source: Pet Age Elanco Animal Health Incorporated has agreed to sell its aqua business to Merck Animal Health for approximately $1.3 billion in cash, roughly 7.4 times the estimated 2023 revenue of the Elanco aqua business. This strategic move aims to allow Elanco to...
Paws and Profits: Spotlighting Veterinary Business Achievements
Source: dvm360 In the Veterinary industry, strong leadership is crucial for the well-being of pets and the professional development of teams. Several key individuals have recently taken on new roles in prominent Veterinary businesses and organizations: Joseph...
A Heart for Horses and a Passion for Agriculture Education
Source: AgriLife Today Grace Parks, a junior Animal Science major at Texas A&M College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, hails from Vermont but has embraced the opportunities in Texas. With a goal to attend Veterinary school and specialize in reproduction, Parks...
Looper honored by American Society of Animal Science
Source: Stuffgart Daily Leader Mike Looper, the head of the animal science department at the University of Arkansas, has received the Distinguished Service Award from the American Society of Animal Science (ASAS) in recognition of his lifelong contributions to the...
WT Alum Andy Cole Endows New Animal Science Professorship
Source: Borger News-Herald Dr. Andy Cole, an alum of West Texas A&M University, has donated $125,000 to establish the Cole Professorship in Animal Science at the Paul Engler College of Agriculture and Natural Sciences. Dr. Cole financed his education by using the...
New California Laws Bring Important Changes in Access to Veterinary Care
Source: The Mercury News Two new California state laws address the critical shortage of veterinarians and improve access to pet healthcare. Assembly Bill 1399 allows licensed veterinarians to engage in telemedicine consultations, offering remote diagnosis,...
3 Ways Owning A Pet Can Improve Your Love Life
Source: Forbes Pets are integral to many American households, offering emotional support and fostering physical activity and love. Recent research examines their role in romantic relationships, revealing three key ways they act as matchmakers. First, pet ownership can...
U of M’s Center for Animal Health and Food Safety Secures $4.99M Award
Source: IndiaEducationDiary.com The Center for Animal Health and Food Safety (CAHFS) at the University of Minnesota has secured a $4.99 million grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for a seven-year project aimed at strengthening Veterinary services in...
Indian-Origin Veterinarian Dr. Deepan Kishore Wins Oklahoma Veterinarian of the Year
Source: Newswires Dr. Deepan Kishore, DVM, MS, DAVBP (Canine & Feline), has been named Veterinarian of the Year by the Oklahoma Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA), making him the first Indian-origin veterinarian to receive this award in Oklahoma. Dr. Kishore...
Get Excited: Instinct and VetMedux are Joining Forces!
Source: Pick The Brain Instinct, a Veterinary practice management software company, has acquired VetMedux, the company behind Plumb’s, Plumb’s Pro, and Clinician’s Brief, in a move to enhance support for Veterinary hospitals and caregivers. The acquisition is seen as...
Elanco Works to Shed Light on Parvo
Source: Today's Veterinary Business Elanco Animal Health has launched the "Defend Puppies. Defeat Parvo" campaign to raise awareness about Canine Parvovirus and its treatment. The campaign encourages dog owners, veterinarians, and pet enthusiasts to take a pledge to...
Veterinary Teams Show Improved Mental Health
Source: Today's Veterinary Business Merck Animal Health, in partnership with the American Veterinary Medical Association, conducted its fourth Veterinary well-being study, revealing a mix of positive and challenging findings within the Veterinary profession. The study...
Building Relationships in the Workplace and Networking in the Job Market
There is so much that I have learned during my 25+ years as an Animal Health and Veterinary executive recruiter. One of the things I have learned is the importance of building relationships and networking. Have you ever heard the expression, “You can never be too...
Igniting Innovation: A Recap of VMX 2024 and the VetPartners 2024 Annual Conference
VMX 2024 and the VetParters 2024 conference proved to be an exceptional gathering that left attendees inspired and invigorated. This article aims to provide a recap of events, highlighting key themes, notable speakers, and the impact on the Veterinary community. The...
6 Marketing Questions Answered
Here at Beyond Indigo Pets, we often hear the same questions over and over. Digital marketing is complicated, overwhelming, and sometimes a person just wants to know WHY he or she is jumping through hoops to be seen and used on the Internet platforms. We are here to...
One Person CAN Make a Difference
If you permit, I’d like to share some news about a new employee of my Animal Policy Group, Samantha (“Sam”) Geiling, RVT, of Burnsville, Minnesota. Sam was just awarded Vet Tech of the Year by the national association, NAVTA. She became my Chief of Staff last June and...
You’re Finally a Credentialed Veterinary Technician . . . Now What?
(Editor’s note: The author uses the terms credentialed, licensed, etc. interchangeably within the contest of this article.) It’s exciting; you’ve spent countless hours in class, and even more time studying, and you’ve finally graduated and passed your national and...
How to Have Meaningful Conversations in a Divided World
In a world filled with polarization and conflicting viewpoints, it can feel impossible to have a meaningful conversation. Whether it's discussing virtual care, the role of mid-level practitioners, or the need for increased salaries, the challenges faced by Veterinary...
Proposed Florida Veterinary Bill Would Help More Owners Get the Care Their Pets Need
Source: The Ledger Florida lawmakers are considering two bills in the 2024 Legislative Session to improve access to Veterinary care in the state. The Veterinary Workforce Innovation Act (SB 1038/HB 1245) proposes the creation of a Veterinary professional associate...
More Than 100 Farm Animals Rescued From Poor Conditions
Source: World Animal News The ASPCA is aiding the Tioga County Sheriff’s Office in Owego, New York, in rescuing over 100 farm animals, including cows, goats, horses, and calves, due to signs of neglect and poor living conditions. These animals were found in...
1 in 3 Pets are Homeless According to New Global Report
Source: PR Newswire A global coalition of animal welfare experts, in partnership with Mars, has released the results of 'The State of Pet Homelessness Project,' the largest-ever international study on pet homelessness. Shockingly, it found that nearly 35% of cats and...
Even After Rising 4%, Elanco Animal Health Shareholders Still Down 48%
Source: Simply Wall St. Elanco Animal Health Incorporated has witnessed a significant 72% increase in its share price in the last quarter, providing a positive sign for shareholders. However, over the past five years, the stock has experienced a decline of 48%,...
Dog Size is Directly Linked to Different Types of Disease
Source: earth.com A study involving 25,000 dogs across 238 breeds in the United States, led by Yunbi Nam and colleagues from the University of Washington, has revealed significant connections between a dog's size and its susceptibility to various health issues. While...
Rocky Vista Announces Plans for College of Veterinary Medicine Amid Growing Vet Shortage
Source: KTVQ Rocky Vista University is set to establish a new College of Veterinary Medicine on its Billings campus in Montana, aiming to address the shortage of Veterinary professionals in the region. The three-year intensive program, slated to begin in 2026 if...
Read to a Dog: A Fun and Educational Experience
Source: TheSignal The Valencia Library in California hosts a monthly "Read to a Dog" event, offering children from kindergarten to sixth grade a judgment-free zone to practice reading skills with certified therapy dogs and Glory the Parrot, a certified therapy bird....