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Canine respiratory disease-stricken San Diego shelter puts a pause on surrenders
To date, three dogs have died from Strep Zoo at the San Diego Human Society (SDHS) shelter. An infectious disease has put a temporary halt to owner surrenders of dogs at the San Diego Humane Society...
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Ultrasound donation equips Michigan shelter with ‘pediatric probe’
The Core Imaging team has conducted training to help staff in the Humane Society of West Michigan (HSWM) use the new in-house imaging tool. Photo courtesy Core Imaging Veterinarians and staff of a West...
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Temperature changes reduces nesting success, study finds
Songbirds are facing a nesting threat brought about by cold snaps and heat waves due to climate change, new research has found. The study, titled “Inconsistent Shifts in Warming and Temperature...
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‘Charlie,’ ‘Luna’ reign as ‘most popular’ U.S. dog names
It’s the end of an era for “Max,” which has been the most popular dog name in America for a decade. This year, “Charlie” tops the list for male dogs; while “Luna” is number one for female dogs. Pet...
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‘Mysterious’ respiratory illness plagues dogs in Oregon, other states
Veterinary professionals and government health agencies are warning pet owners of a respiratory illness affecting dogs in multiple states. The cause remains a mystery. In August 2023, the Oregon...
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Precision medicine aim of new AI-driven project
Developing precision medicine is the main goal of a new veterinary learning health care system at the University of Florida (UF). With support from the UF strategic funding initiative, a digital...
View ArticleObama’s First Dog, Bo, ‘reincarnated’ as an avatar in New York Times Square
Allowing families to “reunite” with departed pets is the offering of a new specialized application. Launched by XOOX Lab with a New York Times Square display on Nov. 11th, the 15-second clip showed an...
View ArticleCalifornia couple claims chloramphenicol cured dog sick with ‘mysterious’...
Is there already a cure for the “mysterious” canine respiratory disease plaguing dogs in the United States? A couple from Southern California may have found an answer after they claim their dog, Ike,...
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Reducing environmental ‘paw print’ aim of new recycling program
VetCycle, a national recycling program designed by TerraCycle, provides disposal of personal protective equipment (PPE), plastic food packaging, and pet products waste items commonly found in...
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World’s oldest living land animal turns 191 years old
Jonathan, the oldest known living land animal, photographed in November 2023. The Seychelles giant tortoise turns 191 years old. Photo courtesy Guinness World Records. Jonathan, the word’s oldest known...
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Access to vet care, strengthened human-animal bond focus of new strategic...
Strengthening the human-animal bond and equipping pet parents with resources to access veterinary care are the main goals of a new strategic partnership. Consumer finance company, Synchrony, and the...
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Guarding against rabies in Kenya
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “Rabies is present in all continents except Antarctica, with over 95 percent of human deaths occurring in Asia and Africa. Rabies is one of the...
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Thermal imaging company receives Fear Free recognition
Reducing fear, anxiety, and stress in patients is the mission of thermal imaging technology company, WellVu Veterinary Thermal Imaging. WellVu has recently been recognized a Fear Free Preferred...
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Mental wellness of technicians central to new Texas A&M project
Improving the mental health and well-being of veterinary technicians is central to a new project at the Texas A&M School of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences’ (VMBS) Veterinary Medical...
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Treating ‘America’s most popular pets’ among VMX 2024 CE offerings
Educating veterinary professionals about the latest advancements and innovations in animal health is a vital pillar at the annual Veterinary Meeting & Expo (VMX). Presented by the North American...
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Brain Teaser: Can you solve this puzzle?
Presentation Photo courtesy Dr. Kendra Freeman A six-year-old female spayed domestic shorthair cat presents for three years of constipation. 1. The most common cause of feline megacolon is: a. Pelvic...
View ArticleMore than $86,000 donation from Colorado woman supports animal health research
A “devotion” to furry companions drove a generous contribution from a Colorado woman. Michele Alpert had allocated part of her estate to causes aligned with her passion for animals before her passing...
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North Carolina will soon mandate veterinarians to declare gabapentin use
Gabapentin has been used in an extralabel manner to treat a spectrum of conditions in animals, including pain management. The state of North Carolina plans to make reporting mandatory for the usage of...
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Perception of vet professionals on AI focus of industry survey
The survey aims to provide an opportunity for veterinary professionals to influence the future development of AI tools. Capturing the perspectives of veterinary professionals and assessing their...
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Retired military dog finds forever home in time for the holidays
Upon learning about the working dog’s retirement, SSgt. Alcala reached out to American Humane for help transporting John home for adoption. Screengrab courtesy American Humane Homecomings during the...
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