Industry
Central Garden & Pet moves deeper into Europe with TRIXIE deal
Central agreed to buy an 80% stake in TRIXIE, expanding its European pet supplies and snacks footprint.
Cats
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Welfare
Tractor Supply expands Animal Days with adoptions and shelter support
Tractor Supply’s Animal Days pairs pet promotions with adoptions, donations, and a broader push into companion-animal care.
Industry
Cat parents are pushing feline care into the industry spotlight
Rising cat ownership and higher expectations are creating new pressure for cat-specific products and veterinary services.
Industry
Cotecnica and Gimborn use Italy deals to deepen EU reach
Two pet care deals in Italy show how premium nutrition and sustainable litter are driving targeted expansion in Europe.
Industry
Report spotlights cost barriers in veterinary care decisions
New survey data show pet parents remain deeply committed to care, but cost is still driving delays and declined treatment.
Recalls
Fire destroys Carrabassett Veterinary Services in rural Maine
A major fire heavily damaged a key Kingfield clinic, tightening veterinary access in western Maine.
Drugs
CVS expands pet prescription dispensing to 9,000 pharmacies
CVS Pharmacy now fills select dog and cat prescriptions nationwide, adding a major new retail option for veterinary clients.
Research
Study supports cell saver autotransfusion in dogs and cats
A 103-patient retrospective study found perioperative cell saver autotransfusion was safe and effective, with a 1% reaction rate.
Workforce
Dr. Christine Jenkins to receive AVMA’s 2026 Patterson award
AVMA will honor Dr. Christine Jenkins for lifetime leadership advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in veterinary medicine.
Outbreaks
U.S. moves to import Brazilian screwworm treatment as border risk grows
USDA and EPA are opening access to Brazil’s Tanidil as New World screwworm cases move closer to the U.S. border.
Workforce
Tufts study suggests vets could help prompt smoking cessation
A Tufts study found higher pet smoke exposure in lower-income communities and suggests vets may help spark quit attempts.
Industry
W.F. Young promotes Amy Cairy to chief marketing officer
W.F. Young elevated longtime marketing leader Amy Cairy to CMO as it continues to invest in growth across animal health.
Welfare
Battersea uses celebrity fashion campaign to spotlight breed health
A celebrity-backed Battersea collection is drawing attention to the welfare costs of breeding pets for extreme looks.
Outbreaks
Fourth Suffolk tularemia case puts Long Island vets on alert
A fourth human tularemia case in Suffolk County adds urgency to tick-season vigilance for veterinary teams.
Industry
I and love and you names Dan Waters chief executive officer
Natural pet food brand I and love and you named Dan Waters CEO after its Made by Nacho acquisition.
Industry
Bond Vet, Small Door merge to form 55-clinic veterinary network
Bond Vet and Small Door have merged, creating a 55-plus-clinic network across key U.S. markets.
Research
ATT score beats VetCOT in cats with high-rise syndrome
A new JSAP study found ATT predicted mortality better than the canine-derived VetCOT score in cats after high-rise falls.
Industry
Pet companies deepen partnerships across health and nutrition
New deals across Japan, India, and the UK tie pet nutrition, veterinary care, and product development more closely together.
Welfare
Study suggests outdoor cats may adapt indoors more easily than expected
A new survey found most cats adjusted to indoor living more easily than pet parents expected, with support and enrichment shaping success.
Drugs
22-year-old cat recovers after accidental hydrocodone ingestion
A Florida cat survived a hydrocodone mix-up, highlighting medication-safety risks in multi-pet households.
Welfare
Soundwave Memorials brings audio-based tributes to pet aftercare
A new memorial service turns a pet’s recorded sounds into artwork and private online tribute pages.
Research
Study finds mostly mild perioperative lab shifts in cranial tumor surgery
A new veterinary study suggests most perioperative electrolyte and acid-base changes during cranial tumor surgery are mild and transient.
Industry
Ethos Pet Brands sharpens post-merger strategy under Greg Shearson
Greg Shearson’s latest comments highlight how Ethos is positioning Natural Balance and Canidae for growth in premium pet nutrition.
Industry
Hill’s launches feline therapeutic diet for weight and mobility
Hill’s new prescription cat diet aims to support weight loss and mobility in one formula.
Nutrition
Nutrition is re-entering the dermatology workup
Veterinary dermatology experts say diet history and nutritional assessment belong in routine skin case management.
Outbreaks
Cyclospora and pets: What veterinary teams should tell clients
Current evidence says dogs and cats are not known reservoirs of the human Cyclospora driving the 2026 outbreak.
Outbreaks
Why heartworm prevention messaging is becoming a team effort
Veterinary teams are being urged to strengthen whole-practice messaging around year-round heartworm prevention.
Industry
Poochmaxxing puts veterinary evidence to the test
A growing pet wellness market is pushing more trend-driven products into clinics and conversations.
Research
Meta-analysis sharpens estimate of vaccine-associated sarcoma risk in cats
A new review estimates feline vaccine-associated sarcomas occur in about 8.8 cases per 100,000 vaccinations.
Drugs
AAHA releases 2026 diabetes management guidelines for cats
AAHA’s new feline diabetes guidelines elevate SGLT2 inhibitors while stressing careful case selection and ketone monitoring.
Drugs
Updated ABCD guidelines reshape FIP treatment decisions
New ABCD guidance says some cats with FIP may do well with a 42-day oral GS-441524 course instead of 84 days.
Nutrition
PetIQ adds MYOS muscle health portfolio with Fortetropin deal
PetIQ has acquired MYOS Corp, adding Fortetropin-based muscle health products for dogs, cats, and horses.
Industry
Van Ness expands Midwest reach through Van Den Bosch partnership
A new distribution deal will bring Van Ness litter pans and bowls to more independent Midwest pet retailers.
Regulation
Pet N Pet expands USDA biobased certification across key lines
Pet N Pet added USDA biobased certification across poop bag, training pad, and wipe products.
Research
Rare feline skull vascular lesion tied to hydrocephalus case
A new case report describes the first known cat with occipital bone angiomatosis and chronic subdural hematoma.
Industry
Musti grows H1 sales, but e-commerce transition slows Q2 online gains
Musti’s first-half sales rose 14.7%, but an e-commerce platform change weighed on Q2 online performance.
Research
Study maps replication-tuning elements in porcine circovirus-like P1
A new P1 study suggests several genomic elements boost replication efficiency and stability without being strictly essential.
Industry
Roundup shows where veterinary workflow competition is heading
New moves in pharmacy, analytics, compliance, and software point to a more connected veterinary operating model.
Workforce
AVMA Global Health Summit puts practical innovation in focus
AVMA’s 2026 summit in Anaheim will tackle AI, AMR, sustainability, and new care models.
Research
Case report highlights plasma exchange for PANS in a dog
A new case report describes modified manual plasma exchange as a successful rescue treatment for PANS after shunt surgery in a dog.
Workforce
Heat-stress guidance underscores fast action for at-risk pets
Texas A&M experts say early recognition and rapid cooling are key to preventing heat stress from becoming heatstroke.
Regulation
What veterinarians should know about DEA reverse distribution
A VETgirl podcast spotlights how veterinarians should handle controlled-drug disposal during routine operations and practice transitions.
Research
When antibody titers help, and when they don’t
Titer testing can inform vaccine decisions in select dogs and cats, but it’s not a blanket substitute for vaccination.
Drugs
Large case series adds evidence on oclacitinib use in cats
A 238-cat case series found off-label oclacitinib controlled signs in 59% of feline dermatology cases.
Nutrition
Go Raw earns B Corp certification for Steve’s Real Food parent
Go Raw’s new B Corp status adds a sustainability credential to a raw pet food company under ongoing veterinary scrutiny.
Industry
Chile pet keeping rebounds as veterinary spending interest rises
A new Chile survey shows pet keeping rising to 75%, with stronger interest in veterinary care and insurance.
Nutrition
Why made-in-the-USA pet products are gaining traction
Pet parents are leaning toward U.S.-made pet products as they seek safety, transparency, and value.
Research
Kars conjunctivitis study highlights MDR risk in cats and dogs
A Türkiye study found broad bacterial diversity and high multidrug resistance in conjunctivitis isolates from cats and dogs.
Research
Study finds mixed results for fluorescence biomodulation in pet wounds
A new randomized trial found no significant wound-healing advantage for fluorescence biomodulation in dogs and cats.
Nutrition
Royal Canin taps Jennifer Cullen to lead U.S. vet business
Royal Canin named Jennifer Cullen general manager of its U.S. Veterinary Business Unit amid a broader push in therapeutic nutrition.
Workforce
What vet school did, and didn’t, teach one ER veterinarian
Tripp Oliphant, DVM, says veterinary school built his diagnostic base, but emergency judgment came in practice.
Industry
i-Tail bets on treats, private label, and global expansion
i-Tail’s FY2025 results and strategy point to faster growth in treats, private label, and the Americas.
Research
Study tests unsutured needle-core intestinal biopsies in dogs, cats
A new Frontiers study found unsutured needle-core intestinal biopsy sites withstood immediate physiologic pressures in live dogs and cats.
Drugs
Histoplasmosis in cats demands long treatment and early suspicion
Feline histoplasmosis can mimic other diseases, spread systemically, and require months of antifungal therapy.
Nutrition
Hill’s enters fresh dog food with refrigerated Science Diet rolls
Hill’s has launched refrigerated Science Diet dog food rolls, marking its entry into the fresh category.
Welfare
Creating lower-stress veterinary visits for cats
A new dvm360 podcast highlights practical, evidence-based ways to reduce feline stress during veterinary visits.
Welfare
Green Bay community rallies after Safe Haven storm damage
After a roof collapse displaced 47 cats, Green Bay businesses and clinics are helping Safe Haven Pet Sanctuary recover.
Nutrition
Totoniks bets on venison blood to stand out in dog toppers
New Zealand brand Totoniks is pushing functional liquid toppers as hydration and wellness aids for dogs.
Industry
Doubtless launches as global pet insurance platform
Doubtless has launched by combining Independence Pet Holdings and Pinnacle Pet Group across 10 markets.
Industry
Wagmo lands Curql investment to expand credit union pet benefits
Curql has invested in Wagmo to bring pet insurance, wellness, and virtual vet support to credit union members and employees.
Workforce
dvm360 launches Cliff’s Edge veterinary oncology podcast
dvm360 has introduced Cliff’s Edge, a new podcast aimed at helping primary care veterinarians navigate oncology care.
Research
Corneal ulcer review proposes a mechanism-first care framework
A new review argues canine corneal ulcer adjunctive care should target the biology driving progression, not morphology alone.
Industry
CIPS 2026 shows how the global pet business is shifting
CIPS 2026 in Guangzhou is highlighting the pet industry’s move from product sales to services, partnerships, and ecosystem thinking.
Industry
Dr. Kaitlyn Guerrido opens CityVet Casselberry in Florida
CityVet has opened a new Casselberry, Florida, clinic led and owned by veterinarian Dr. Kaitlyn Guerrido.
Research
New consensus aims to redefine sepsis in dogs and cats
A new small-animal consensus statement reframes sepsis around infection-driven organ dysfunction, not just SIRS.
Research
Case report highlights DWI MRI signal in feline orbital lymphoma
A new feline case report suggests diffusion-weighted MRI may help identify orbital lymphoma and possible pulmonary spread.
Research
Cat case report links renal hemangiosarcoma to visceral AV fistula
A new feline case report describes the first known visceral arteriovenous fistula caused by neoplasia in a cat.
Research
CT study details feline nasal hamartomas that mimic cancer
A new study shows rare feline nasal hamartomas can look malignant on CT, reinforcing the need for biopsy.
Outbreaks
H5 bird flu reaches second Australian state
South Australia has joined Western Australia in confirming H5 bird flu in wild seabirds, with no poultry cases reported.
Welfare
Leadership shifts signal strategy changes across pet welfare and health
PetSmart Charities, Ceva, and Grey Wolf made leadership moves with implications for adoption and animal health strategy.
Industry
Drools eyes Europe after scaling up in India
India’s Drools says it’s preparing for Europe, a move that could raise the bar on nutrition, labeling, and premium pet food strategy.
Research
New feline questionnaire aims to make well-being easier to track
Researchers validated FelQoL, a new questionnaire to help veterinarians and pet parents assess feline well-being.
Regulation
Congress’s pet food labeling mandate still isn’t finished
A federal pet food labeling update due in 2009 remains unfinished, even as AAFCO’s modernization effort moves toward 2030.
Outbreaks
Texas A&M links cat fleas in South Texas to murine typhus risk
A Texas A&M study found cat fleas from Rio Grande Valley cats carried Rickettsia typhi and Bartonella species.
Workforce
Vet med’s turf-war debate turns into a workforce question
A new technician group and a pointed podcast are pushing vet med to make room for more voices.
Industry
Years lands growth backing to expand UK retail and Europe
Years has secured growth funding from Verlinvest and Five Seasons Ventures to scale retail, manufacturing, and European expansion.
Welfare
LA approves $14 million ASPCA-Best Friends shelter initiative
Los Angeles approved a three-year, $14 million shelter support plan led by the ASPCA and Best Friends Animal Society.
Industry
General Mills bets on cat, fresh pet food for fiscal 2027
General Mills is leaning into cat nutrition, fresh dog food, and Blue Buffalo innovation as it maps its 2027 pet strategy.
Research
CT kidney volume may predict postsurgical renal function in cats
A new feline study suggests CT-derived renal parenchymal volume may help predict long-term kidney function after hydronephrosis surgery.
Research
Why litter box accidents in cats still demand a medical workup
PetMD’s new explainer reinforces that cats peeing outside the litter box often need medical and environmental assessment.
Nutrition
Champion Petfoods opens Mars-backed pet nutrition center in Alberta
Champion Petfoods opened a $32M CAD innovation center in Alberta to develop and test next-generation pet nutrition.
Industry
Swiss data show pet supplies are a low-return e-commerce category
Galaxus data suggest pet supplies, especially pet food, generate relatively few returns in Swiss e-commerce.
Industry
dvm360’s May/June Flex Forecast highlights practical CE priorities
dvm360’s latest Flex Forecast pairs clinical updates with communication and practice-growth education.
Workforce
Fetch Kansas City expands CE options for 2026 conference
Fetch Kansas City will offer up to 20 CE credits, new 30-minute sessions, labs, and keynote programming in August 2026.
Drugs
Monthly chews sharpen the shift to all-in-one parasite prevention
A Veterinary Practice News promotion reflects the broader move toward one-dose monthly parasite protection for dogs.
Workforce
Refractory epilepsy in dogs remains a frontline clinical challenge
A new veterinary education feature highlights why some dogs keep seizing despite treatment, and what clinicians can do next.
Research
Texas A&M study links canine and human aging biomarkers
Dog Aging Project researchers found mortality-linked blood metabolites in dogs mirror patterns seen in humans.
Industry
Pet Age profile spotlights King Wholesale’s Lynda Silk
A new Pet Age feature highlights Lynda Silk and the people-first culture behind King Wholesale Pet Supplies.
Workforce
NAVC sets an 'Off the Grid' theme for VMX 2027
VMX 2027 will return to Orlando with 1,000-plus CE hours, virtual access, and a renewed focus on reconnection.
Research
Ophthalmology tips for GPs focus on faster, safer eye triage
New dvm360 guidance highlights how GPs can better spot cataracts, corneal ulcers, and glaucoma.
Regulation
House advances Farm Bill with key veterinary provisions
The House-passed 2026 Farm Bill includes dog importation, biosecurity, and veterinary workforce measures.
Research
New review finds mixed accuracy for feline non-invasive BP
A new evidence review finds Doppler and oscillometric blood pressure methods in cats aren't consistently interchangeable with invasive monitoring.
Regulation
FEDIAF elects Greg Van Praagh as new president
FEDIAF named Greg Van Praagh president as the European pet food group reshaped its board in Brussels.
Research
Nigeria study examines parvo breakthrough infections in dogs
A new study explores why some vaccinated dogs in Nigeria still developed parvovirus.
Industry
Petco Love Lost spotlights AI milestone in lost pet reunions
Petco Love says its AI-powered lost-pet platform has now helped reunite more than 250,000 pets with their families.
Research
Feline hypertension: signs, diagnosis, and treatment
A clear, evidence-based guide to feline systemic hypertension: causes, target-organ damage, how blood pressure is measured and staged, and how amlodipine-based.
Drugs
Higher-dose carvedilol shows promise in cats with obstructive HCM
A small prospective study suggests carvedilol dose escalation may reduce LVOT obstruction in cats with obstructive HCM.
Industry
Access to credit is gaining ground as a pet care access tool
A veterinary opinion piece argues financing can help pet parents say yes to needed care amid persistent affordability pressures.
Industry
AVMA marks National Pet Week as pet ownership reaches 77.5 million homes
AVMA says 77.5 million U.S. households now have pets, underscoring demand for preventive veterinary care.
Drugs
FDA clears Tessie for noise aversion and separation anxiety in dogs
Tessie is the first FDA-approved single drug for both noise aversion and separation anxiety in dogs.
Industry
Legault Group shifts to retail after selling pet food plants
Legault Group sold its dry and wet pet food operations and is now focusing on retail banners across Canada.
Workforce
Technician staffing pressure shifts focus to fuller role utilization
Veterinary practices still need technicians, but the bigger issue may be how credentialed staff are used once hired.
Welfare
ASPCA, Best Friends commit $14 million to LA shelter system
The joint investment will fund staffing and operational changes across Los Angeles Animal Services.
Regulation
China’s new e-commerce rules could reshape pet retail online
China’s new 16-point e-commerce guidance could influence how pet health and nutrition products move online.
Industry
MHP speeds pet food push after refinancing and Croatia investment
MHP is accelerating its pet food expansion after refinancing debt and backing a new wet food plant in Croatia.
Drugs
Study links maropitant to lower gastric and jejunal peristalsis
A new canine imaging study found maropitant lowered pyloric and jejunal peristalsis without changing bowel wall thickness or diameter.
Drugs
Topical beta-blocker may offer new option for feline angiomatosis
A Veterinary Dermatology case report describes successful topical beta-blocker treatment of a painful metatarsal pad angiomatosis lesion in a cat.
Workforce
dvm360 Flex Forecast highlights OA, derm, marketing, and parvo CE
dvm360’s latest Flex Forecast spotlights four on-demand webinars for veterinary teams heading into summer 2026.
Industry
Ethical Products names John Thaman vice president of sales
Ethical Products appointed John Thaman to lead sales growth, channel expansion, and retail partnerships.
Welfare
PetMD spotlights end-of-life warning signs in cats
A PetMD explainer highlights common signs of terminal decline in cats and points pet parents toward veterinary-guided hospice or euthanasia.
Industry
Purina and U.S. Soccer expand pet-focused fan campaign
Purina and U.S. Soccer launched a new pet-focused campaign featuring Weston McKennie and a National Pet Kit.
Research
Study highlights modified blepharoplasty for canine, feline eyelids
A new 18-case series reports good-to-excellent outcomes for modified eyelid reconstruction in dogs and cats.
Nutrition
Catit brings freeze-dried raw positioning to dry cat food
Catit’s new Double Fusion line blends kibble with freeze-dried raw meat, raising familiar nutrition and safety questions for clinics.
Industry
Germany’s pet population slips in 2025 as market stays steady
Germany counted 33.4 million pets in 2025, down slightly, while the pet care market held near €7 billion.
Industry
Nina Ottosson brand highlights puzzle toys’ place in pet enrichment
A Pet Age profile revisits how Nina Ottosson helped build the pet puzzle category now housed under Outward Hound.
Drugs
ProHeart 12 keeps the focus on year-long heartworm compliance
Sponsored coverage spotlights ProHeart 12’s once-yearly dosing, but the bigger issue for clinics is heartworm prevention compliance.
Industry
RAWZ leans on mission-driven nutrition to stand out
RAWZ is highlighting its meat-rich diets and pledge to donate 100% of profits through The RAWZ Fund.
Drugs
Weekly Vet Report: FDA clears feline hypertension drug, BOAS therapy advances
FDA approved the first veterinary amlodipine for cats, while BOAS and feline cancer research pointed to what may come next.
Recalls
Study finds some ticks can survive weeks on home flooring
Ohio State researchers found lone star and Gulf Coast ticks can persist indoors for up to about three weeks.
Industry
RAWZ grows its giving story as premium nutrition claims draw interest
RAWZ says it has donated more than $4.15 million while expanding its profile in premium pet nutrition.
Nutrition
Hill’s launches feline diet for weight loss and mobility support
Hill’s new Prescription Diet Metabolic + j/d combines feline weight management and joint support in one therapeutic formula.
Industry
Sodium bentonite gains ground as a premium cat litter standard
Askana Terra is betting that high-grade sodium bentonite will redefine what pet parents and brands expect from clumping litter.
Research
Study examines canine plasma xenotransfusion in 14 cats
A new multicenter case series suggests canine plasma may help some cats when feline plasma isn't available.
Industry
Vets Pets adds fifth Oak Heart hospital in Raleigh
Vets Pets plans a fifth Oak Heart location in Raleigh as regional groups keep expanding around pet parent demand.
Workforce
Why disability planning is moving up the veterinary agenda
High injury rates and heavy debt are sharpening the case for disability planning in veterinary medicine.
Outbreaks
Why heartworm prevention messaging is getting more attention
Veterinary teams are being urged to tighten how they explain year-round heartworm prevention and risk.
Research
4-week lameness may flag poorer fracture outcomes in sheep and goats
A new JAVMA study suggests lameness at 4 weeks after stabilization predicts long-term complications in small ruminants.
Nutrition
Psychobiotics put the gut-brain axis on vets’ radar
New attention on psychobiotics highlights the promise, and limits, of microbiome-based support for pet anxiety.
Industry
Tractor Supply plans major expansion of fresh pet food
Tractor Supply aims to take fresh and frozen pet food from 80 stores to 700 by the end of 2026.
Drugs
FDA approves first veterinary amlodipine for feline hypertension
FDA cleared Amodip, the first veterinary amlodipine product for cats with systemic hypertension.
Workforce
Avian specialist outlines common emergency cases in exotic pets
Katherine Quesenberry highlights urgent presentations in rabbits, birds, reptiles, and guinea pigs.
Workforce
Low-stress feline visits move further into the veterinary mainstream
A new dvm360 discussion highlights practical ways clinics can reduce stress for cats before and during veterinary visits.
Research
No direct evidence guides fixation choice for feline tibial fractures
A new review found no direct studies comparing internal and external fixation complications in cats with closed tibial diaphyseal fractures.
Research
Study maps how feline carpal ligaments share joint stability
A new cadaveric study suggests feline carpal stability depends on coordinated ligament and fascial support, not one dominant stabilizer.
Industry
Why fragmented pet tech data is falling short in veterinary care
Pet tech is generating more data, but without integration and validation, much of it remains hard for veterinary teams to use.
Research
Pilot study suggests injectable BOAS therapy may widen options
A six-dog pilot study found investigational Snoretox-1 improved BOAS grades in British bulldogs for up to 53 weeks.
Outbreaks
Why tick risk is becoming harder to predict in practice
Tick exposure is becoming more year-round and less geographically predictable, reshaping prevention and diagnostics.
Industry
Pet companies reshape leadership across Europe and Asia
A wave of executive changes signals new regional priorities for pet retail and animal health companies.
Drugs
Large feline case series adds data on off-label oclacitinib use
A 238-cat case series found off-label oclacitinib controlled skin disease signs in 59% of cats, with mostly mild adverse events.
Workforce
Veterinary technician week spotlights career paths and support
National Veterinary Technician Week is increasingly focused on retention, career growth, and real support.
Research
UK study links feline dystocia risk to breed and brachycephaly
A UK emergency-care study found feline dystocia was rare overall, but often severe, with high surgical use and neonatal loss.
Regulation
New records expand Jane Hinton’s veterinary legacy
Penn Vet reporting shows Jane Hinton served as a USDA field veterinarian into the 1980s, extending the record of her career.
Workforce
NAVC adds Dechra to human-animal bond certified company group
Dechra has joined NAVC’s Human-Animal Bond Certified Company program, with customer training planned for 2026.
Workforce
PetMD highlights differential diagnosis for swollen lymph nodes in cats
A new PetMD explainer urges veterinary evaluation for unexplained feline lymph node swelling.
Workforce
April observances give practices tools for outreach and team recognition
April’s veterinary observances are creating timely openings for staff recognition, pet parent education, and public health messaging.
Workforce
NAVC maps out 2026 education calendar and workforce efforts
NAVC’s latest calendar highlights webinars, hands-on CE, support-staff training, and a workforce diversity initiative.
Workforce
Blueprint-based NAVLE prep gains traction as students seek structure
Vet Candy is urging NAVLE candidates to study from the ICVA blueprint, not just broad review materials.
Nutrition
Parasite myth-busting sharpens year-round prevention message
New veterinary podcast coverage reinforces year-round parasite prevention and annual heartworm testing.
Research
Cats gain attention as models for virus-linked liver cancer
New research links feline hepatitis B virus to liver cancer, strengthening cats’ role in One Health oncology.
Workforce
Litter box missteps remain a key driver of feline house-soiling
New coverage underscores that litter box problems in cats often reflect medical, environmental, or behavioral causes, not misbehavior.
Workforce
Rural veterinarian shortage draws renewed focus on food supply
Merck Animal Health’s latest spotlight adds momentum to state and federal efforts to shore up rural food animal veterinary care.
Welfare
Recovery wear gains attention as post-op alternative to e-collars
Fear Free spotlights protective recovery wear as a lower-stress option for some post-operative veterinary patients.
Workforce
Litter box avoidance guidance underscores medical-first approach
PetMD’s litter box explainer echoes feline guidance: rule out disease first, then fix box setup, access, and stressors.
Workforce
Penn Vet names 2026 SAVMA Student Teaching Award honorees
Penn Vet students recognized top teaching, clinical, and hospital mentors across Ryan Hospital and New Bolton Center.
Research
Rescue cat’s legacy funds long-term feline heart research
NC State has created a new endowed feline health research chair inspired by Vladimir, a rescue cat lost to HCM.
Research
Study highlights laparoscopic repair for PPDH in dogs and cats
A new multicenter case series suggests laparoscopic PPDH repair may be feasible in selected small-animal patients.
Research
Consensus definitions aim to clarify infectious urinary disease
A new Delphi study sets standard terms for infectious urinary tract disease in dogs and cats.
Research
Study suggests UHMWPE may ease feline Achilles repair recovery
A new case series found most cats regained function after Achilles repair with UHMWPE, without rigid immobilization.
Research
Cat surgery trial finds flexible drape reduces intraoperative lift
A 90-cat clinical trial found a prototype surgical drape peeled less than an existing drape during contraceptive surgery.
Industry
Identity Pet Nutrition debuts on the 2026 Inc. 5000
Colorado-based Identity Pet Nutrition says it has joined the 2026 Inc. 5000 at No. 3,237.
Industry
Simmons Foods names Jacob Rogers president of Simmons Pet Food
Simmons shifted Scott Salmon to chief commercial officer and elevated Jacob Rogers to lead its pet food division.
Industry
American Pet Nutrition broadens Supreme Source grocery reach
Supreme Source is expanding through major grocery partnerships, widening access to premium-positioned pet food.
Industry
Army completes Middleburg Training Center purchase for caisson horses
The Army has finalized its purchase of Middleburg Training Center, a key Virginia equine property tied to caisson horse care.
Regulation
Colorado’s VPA rollout stalls over exam and credentialing questions
Colorado regulators are still building the rules and testing framework for the nation’s first veterinary professional associate role.
Workforce
Equus spotlights Al Dunning in sponsored fly-control content
A protected EQUUS post points equine audiences toward layered fly control, not one-step fixes.
Industry
The Farmer’s Dog moves beyond food with Woof acquisition
The Farmer’s Dog plans to acquire Woof, expanding from fresh food into enrichment and everyday dog wellness.
Research
Clinician’s Brief spotlights projectile injury triage in dogs
A new Clinician’s Brief article and podcast outline how veterinary teams can recognize and manage high-acuity projectile injuries in dogs.
Welfare
High-volume surgery remains central to shelter medicine’s future
A new Andy Roark podcast highlights how HQHVSN is shaping the next phase of shelter medicine.
Research
Review tracks rise of time-lapse imaging in cortical porosity research
A new review says longitudinal imaging is reshaping how researchers study cortical bone remodeling in animal models.
Research
Review urges strain-level view of Lactobacillus johnsonii
A new review says L. johnsonii’s veterinary value depends on the strain, host context, and delivery format.
Research
Study details surgical outcomes for camel thigh keloid fibroma
A nine-case series found surgical excision was safe and effective for thigh-region cutaneous keloid fibroma in dromedary camels.
Welfare
Brown eared pheasant study maps climate refugia in China
A new study identifies where a threatened China-endemic pheasant may persist and where protection still falls short.
Research
Why non-avian dinosaurs never evolved down to mouse size
New research suggests early mammals may have blocked dinosaurs from the tiniest ecological niches.
Nutrition
Study compares Chlorella and probiotics in shrimp biofloc systems
A new Animals study tests whether Chlorella, probiotics, or both best support white shrimp biofloc culture.
Research
Study links body-weight SNPs to northern snakehead growth
A new GWAS identifies candidate SNPs and genes tied to body weight in northern snakehead.
Welfare
Study links weather extremes to wildlife-vehicle collisions
A Serbia study suggests short-term weather swings may help predict wildlife-vehicle collision risk.
Outbreaks
Study maps gut microbiota shifts in geese with Eimeria stigmosa
A new study suggests Eimeria stigmosa infection alters jejunal and cecal microbiota in Landes geese.
Research
AP2X-1-deleted Toxoplasma strain shows vaccine promise in mice
A new murine study suggests an AP2X-1-deficient Toxoplasma strain could be a live attenuated vaccine candidate.
Nutrition
Corn silage additives show in vitro methane-cutting potential
A new study found TH14 and hydrolysable tannin changed corn silage fermentation and reduced methane in vitro.
Nutrition
Mealworm meal study adds to digestibility data in pet nutrition
A new in vitro study compares yellow mealworm meal with fish meal in dog and cat digestion models.
Research
Micro-CT study maps novel nasofrontal anatomy in brown long-eared bat
A new Animals study describes an unusual nasofrontal skull arrangement in Plecotus auritus using micro-CT.
Nutrition
Pomegranate silage shows promise in lactating dairy goats
A new goat nutrition study suggests pomegranate by-product silage may be used short-term without major metabolic disruption.
Workforce
Review highlights pathology technicians’ role in veterinary medicine
A new review argues pathology technicians are essential to veterinary diagnostics, research, and teaching.
Welfare
Review spotlights welfare and policy pressures on excess cockerels
A new review examines chick culling, in ovo sexing, and why regulation is reshaping poultry welfare policy.
Research
Study examines season and sperm source in stallion lyophilisation
New equine research explores how sperm source and season affect freeze-dried stallion sperm quality and DNA integrity.
Outbreaks
Madrid study tracks SARS-CoV-2 exposure in pets in infected homes
A new study found SARS-CoV-2 antibodies in about 3 in 10 cats and dogs from COVID-19-positive households.
Nutrition
Vitamin D3 study points to prawn immune and flesh-quality benefits
A new prawn study suggests dietary vitamin D3 may support antioxidant defenses and immune responses during Vibrio challenge.
Welfare
Florida boy’s shelter reading milestone spotlights enrichment
A Jacksonville child logged 100-plus hours reading to shelter pets, drawing attention to low-cost enrichment programs.
Outbreaks
Ontario gelding euthanized after West Nile virus infection
An unvaccinated gelding in Simcoe County, Ontario, was euthanized after contracting West Nile virus.
Research
Study links feline gammaherpesvirus 1 to fibrotic lung lesions
A Veterinary Pathology study localized FcaGHV1 in lymphoid tissues and pulmonary fibrotic lesions in naturally infected cats.
Research
Study probes circRNAs in Asian honeybee microsporidian infection
New research examines how circular RNAs may shape Asian honeybee responses to Vairimorpha ceranae infection.
Drugs
Study finds atropine, glycopyrrolate raise heart rate in desert toads
New AJVR data suggest both anticholinergics significantly increase heart rate in Sonoran Desert toads.
Research
New CT atlas offers coelomic reference for yellow-legged gulls
A new study maps normal coelomic CT anatomy in yellow-legged gulls, giving avian clinicians a species-specific imaging reference.
Welfare
Review tracks illegal macaw trade from forests to digital markets
A new review argues macaw trafficking now spans forest extraction, seizures, online ads, and welfare cases.
Research
Study characterizes salivary pleomorphic adenomas in aged macaques
A new case series details rare salivary pleomorphic adenomas in aged rhesus macaques and their diagnostic features.
Research
Study compares Nguni and Xhosa goats under water scarcity
New research explores how two indigenous South African goat groups respond to restricted water intake.
Nutrition
Study examines how starch source shapes EGCG effects in broilers
A new broiler study suggests starch source may influence how EGCG affects intestinal metabolism and the gut microbiome.
Research
Study explores rapid RPA test for Ehrlichia canis detection
A new study evaluates a rapid gel-based RPA assay for detecting Ehrlichia canis in dogs.
Research
Study maps altitude adaptation in freshwater snails
A new omics study links altitude adaptation in C. cathayensis to shifts in metabolism and oxidative stress responses.
Nutrition
Study tests 5-HMF as a rumen fermentation modulator
An in vitro study suggests 5-HMF may shift rumen fermentation and microbes depending on diet concentrate level.
Workforce
AVMA podcast spotlights redefining success in veterinary careers
Dr. Kirsty Husby’s AVMA podcast episode highlights leadership, mentorship, and broader definitions of career success.
Research
Cornell male contraception research gains Falling Walls recognition
Paula Cohen’s reversible male contraception research earned finalist recognition at the 2026 Falling Walls science summit.
Workforce
Instinct offers free student access to Standards and ScribbleVet
Instinct is giving veterinary students free access to Standards of Care and ScribbleVet as AI and decision-support tools move earlier into training.
Welfare
Josh Hutcherson returns for Hill’s 2026 Clear The Shelters push
Hill’s expands its Clear The Shelters role in 2026, with Josh Hutcherson helping spotlight adoptions and shelter support.
Industry
Mighty Paw brings yak cheese chews and puffs to Walmart
Mighty Paw’s Walmart launch expands mass-market access to yak cheese dog treats and raises familiar chew-safety questions for clinics.
Outbreaks
Multiple strangles cases identified in Alberta
EDCC reports strangles activity in Mountain View, Ponoka, and Rocky View counties in Alberta.
Outbreaks
Oregon reports 1 confirmed, 5 suspected pigeon fever cases
A Deschutes County cluster puts Oregon veterinarians on alert for seasonal pigeon fever surveillance and biosecurity.
Industry
Phillips expands Denver-area distribution with new Aurora facility
Phillips has moved its Denver distribution center to Aurora, doubling local capacity as it expands its national logistics network.
Nutrition
Raw Dawg bets on ancestral feeding as raw diet debate continues
Raw Dawg is marketing whole-animal raw dog food as instinct-first nutrition, reviving familiar questions for veterinary teams.
Research
Study suggests fertilization may depend on sperm teamwork
A new arthropod study challenges the idea that fertilization is simply a race among individual sperm.
Regulation
Veterinary skills are increasingly relevant in policy and advocacy
A dvm360 interview argues veterinarians already use many of the skills needed to influence policy.
Welfare
Whole-carcass feeding study finds welfare gains for zoo lions
A Monarto Safari Park study found whole-carcass feeding shifted zoo lions toward more natural feeding and rest behavior.
Industry
Win World expands backyard poultry line with new chicken brooder
Win World’s new chicken brooder targets first-time chick keepers with a focus on containment, ventilation, and easier cleanup.
Industry
Wuffes brings full dog supplement line to PetSmart
Wuffes has expanded into more than 1,300 PetSmart stores, widening retail access to its dog supplement portfolio.
Industry
Tractor Supply plans fresh pet food expansion to 700 stores
Tractor Supply is scaling fresh and frozen pet food from 80 stores to 700 as it works to improve companion animal performance.
Nutrition
Aloe vera peel extract study points to hypoxia support in Jian carp
A short-term feeding study found Aloe vera peel extract improved growth and hypoxia tolerance in juvenile Jian carp.
Nutrition
DDGS review tempers methane hopes in ruminant diets
A new review suggests DDGS can support cattle diets without consistently changing enteric methane emissions.
Welfare
Hungary pilots structured online animal abuse reporting tool
A Hungarian study suggests structured digital reporting could improve animal welfare case intake and support veterinary assessment.
Research
Large animal models gain traction in right heart failure research
A new review says large animal models may help close the translational gap in pulmonary hypertension and right heart failure.
Research
Large US dog allergy study maps molecular sensitization patterns
A 21,121-sample study found mites dominated canine allergen sensitization, with distinct IgE clusters emerging across suspected allergy cases.
Research
Orthopedic reviews spotlight exam basics, feline-specific nuance
Two new reviews argue that better orthopedic diagnosis starts with a more structured, species-specific exam.
Drugs
Study explores oral pentobarbital before euthanasia in dogs
A small JAVMA study suggests high-dose oral pentobarbital may induce unconsciousness in aggressive dogs before euthanasia.
Nutrition
Study links puerarin to better rumen fermentation in Hu sheep
A new Hu sheep study found dietary puerarin improved growth, digestibility, and rumen fermentation in a 30-day trial.
Research
Study maps fat depot differences in Junggar Bactrian camels
New camel research finds hump and visceral fat depots differ in structure and fatty acid profiles.
Research
Study suggests Tachysurus virgatus hides cryptic species diversity
A new taxonomy study narrows true T. virgatus to Hainan’s Wanquan River basin and points to hidden freshwater fish diversity.
Research
Three new Hyphessobrycon mitogenomes add to characin taxonomy
A new study adds mitochondrial genomes for three Hyphessobrycon species and sharpens the evolving picture of characin relationships.
Research
Bear incident on BC golf course highlights wildlife safety
A black bear's club theft in Pitt Meadows is a reminder that wildlife encounters need prevention, not just viral attention.
Industry
Hollywood Feed adds Columbia store in South Carolina expansion
Hollywood Feed is opening a new Columbia, South Carolina, store with self-wash dog stations and delivery services.
Workforce
NSLM schedules equine oil painting workshop with Gail Guirreri-Maslyk
NSLM will host a two-day equine oil painting workshop in Middleburg, Virginia, focused on limited-palette technique and expressive practice.
Research
Ohio State adds Jessica Villm to clinical internal medicine
Jessica Villm joins Ohio State’s veterinary faculty, bringing small animal internal medicine and hepatobiliary research experience.
Industry
Ollie report says U.S. dogs are healthier than a year ago
Ollie’s new State of Dogs 2026 report adds momentum to fresh pet food, but key methodology questions remain.
Industry
Petco adds Jeffrey Naylor to board, names audit chair
Petco appointed retail finance veteran Jeffrey Naylor to its board and named him chair of the audit committee.
Research
Study compares oclacitinib and CCNU in canine T-cell lymphoma
A small retrospective study found oclacitinib and CCNU had similar outcomes in dogs with CETL, with fewer adverse effects seen with oclacitinib.
Industry
K9 Resorts plans second Michigan site with Troy opening
K9 Resorts will open a second Michigan location in Troy, expanding its premium boarding and daycare footprint in metro Detroit.
Welfare
Study links U.S. steeplechase unseats to race type and distance
A new study suggests longer U.S. steeplechase races may help explain higher unseat rates in timber events.
Research
MAX gene CNV linked with body traits in Chinese cattle
A new study connects MAX copy number variation with morphometric traits in Chinese cattle.
Outbreaks
Review spotlights STEC as an emerging aquaculture surveillance issue
A new review says STEC in aquaculture deserves closer attention from veterinary and food-safety teams.
Nutrition
Study examines bypass protein levels in fattening Hu sheep
New Hu sheep nutrition research adds evidence that protein type, not just protein level, shapes performance and nitrogen efficiency.
Outbreaks
Study links RhoA-ROCK1 signaling to PPRV syncytia and replication
A new in vitro study suggests PPRV uses RhoA-ROCK1 signaling to drive syncytium formation and boost replication.
Industry
Canidae links Heartland dog food launch to Red Cross giving
Canidae’s new Heartland line pairs regenerative sourcing with a 1% Red Cross donation tied to retail sales.
Research
New flea mitogenomes sharpen, but don't settle, Siphonaptera tree
Two newly sequenced flea mitogenomes add molecular evidence to a still-evolving picture of flea taxonomy and vector biology.
Industry
Pheromone litter brings behavioral wellness into cat care
Lady N’s award-winning tofu litter highlights a growing push to build feline behavioral support into everyday pet products.
Industry
Redbarn enters dog toys with Grab-A-Bull chew holder
Redbarn has expanded into dog toys with a chew holder designed for supervised bully stick and chew use.
Research
Study introduces monoclonal antibody for duck Mx protein
Researchers developed a duck-specific Mx monoclonal antibody that could sharpen avian antiviral immunity studies.
Workforce
Veterinary media leans into word games with WordRx
Veterinary Practice News adds another WordRx puzzle, underscoring a growing role for game-based engagement in veterinary media.
Workforce
Vet Blast spotlights practical feline enrichment for daily care
A dvm360 podcast episode highlights low-cost, individualized ways to build feline enrichment into everyday veterinary guidance.
Industry
Assisi Pet Care acquires UK natural pet food brand Forthglade
Assisi Pet Care has acquired Forthglade, adding another premium natural pet food brand to its growing European portfolio.
Nutrition
Valerian root draws interest, but evidence in dogs stays thin
Valerian is popular in canine calming products, but veterinary evidence and oversight remain limited.
Nutrition
Arginine study probes low-protein diet effects in growing beagles
A new beagle study suggests arginine supplementation may reshape nitrogen use, serum markers, and the gut microbiome.
Nutrition
Broiler study tests phytogenic additive under matrix credit strategies
A new broiler study examines whether a phytogenic additive can support performance under different nutrient credit assumptions.
Research
Case report details complete mitral reconstruction in Chihuahua
A new case report describes complete mitral valve reconstruction in a Chihuahua with infective endocarditis.
Nutrition
Insect meals improved protein profile of maize silage in waterfowl study
A new study found black soldier fly and mealworm meals improved maize silage nutrition, with limited changes in microbial and mycotoxin measures.
Outbreaks
Long-term China study links ENSO shifts to rodent plague dynamics
A decades-long surveillance study in Yunnan links ENSO-related climate variability to rodent dynamics in a natural plague focus.
Research
Study maps how oclacitinib and prednisolone differ in canine AD
A new transcriptomic study suggests oclacitinib and prednisolone improve acute canine AD lesions through different molecular pathways.
Nutrition
Study examines fermented palm kernel meal in Holstein cows
A new dairy nutrition study explores whether fermented palm kernel meal can support milk production and rumen function in Holsteins.
Nutrition
Study examines pasture mix, defoliation, and ruminal methane
New research explores how pasture diversity and defoliation frequency affect ruminal fermentation, methane, and ammonia in grazing systems.
Research
Study expands blackleg lesion profile to intestinal necrosis
A new case report suggests blackleg in calves can include intestinal necrosis, widening the differential for sudden death.
Research
Study explores gene-expression screening for seabass deformity risk
A new seabass study suggests gene-expression markers and machine learning may help flag larval batches at risk for saddleback syndrome.
Research
Study explores magnolol against JEV-linked testicular cell damage
A new cell study suggests magnolol may reduce JEV-driven inflammatory damage in swine testicular cells.
Research
Study links ewe genetics to vaginal pH after estrus sync
A new sheep study suggests synchronization-related vaginal pH changes may depend on both device choice and ewe genetics.
Outbreaks
Study links fatal yak enteritis outbreak to C. perfringens type A
A new paper describes a fatal hemorrhagic enteritis outbreak in adult yaks and implicates Clostridium perfringens type A.
Industry
Veracruz study highlights uneven vulnerability in dual-purpose cattle
A new Veracruz case study says tropical dual-purpose cattle farms need more tailored risk and policy strategies.
Nutrition
Yucca extract review sharpens focus on feed additive’s real-world value
A new review maps how Yucca schidigera extract may affect ammonia, gut health, and inflammation across animal production.
Outbreaks
Australian wildlife health work turns concern into action
Ceva-linked veterinary efforts in Australia connect koala treatment access, vaccine progress, and broader wildlife disease surveillance.
Welfare
Monty Roberts, advocate for nonviolent horsemanship, dies at 91
Trainer and author Monty Roberts, known as “the man who listens to horses,” has died in Solvang, California.
Outbreaks
Oregon equine influenza case puts Crook County facility under quarantine
One Oregon horse tested positive for equine influenza, with three more suspected cases under quarantine in Crook County.
Outbreaks
Strangles confirmed in Clackamas County, Oregon
A quarantined horse in Clackamas County is the latest Oregon strangles case, with two additional horses exposed.
Outbreaks
Study links invasive aoudad to pneumonia risk in Texas bighorns
New research suggests invasive aoudad may be sustaining pneumonia pathogens in Texas desert bighorn sheep.
Nutrition
Symrise shifts pet nutrition focus to volume as prices normalize
Symrise says pet nutrition pricing is normalizing, with future growth expected to come more from volume than price.
Research
Greater grison genetics study maps deep evolutionary splits
A new study uses mitochondrial markers to clarify population structure and evolutionary history in the greater grison.
Outbreaks
New VP2 chemiluminescent assay targets FMDV serotypes O and A
A new recombinant VP2-based assay could streamline foot-and-mouth disease antibody testing for serotypes O and A.
Outbreaks
Southern Italy study reports first PHEV detection in wild boars
A surveillance study in Basilicata found PHEV in wild boars, adding a new consideration for swine disease monitoring.
Drugs
Study explores carvacrol as a tetracycline adjuvant in swine Salmonella
A new Animals study found carvacrol may improve tetracycline activity against multidrug-resistant swine Salmonella.
Nutrition
Study links yeast postbiotic to lower broiler footprint
A new life cycle assessment found a Saccharomyces cerevisiae postbiotic reduced multiple environmental impacts in broiler production.
Research
Review examines non-medical options for canine Cushing’s syndrome
A new review finds adrenalectomy and radiation may benefit selected dogs with Cushing’s syndrome, but evidence remains limited.
Research
SNP study maps genetic diversity in Auliekol cattle
A new study analyzes 1,440 Auliekol cattle, offering a larger genomic view of diversity, inbreeding, and breed structure.
Welfare
Study examines caffeine, parity, and induced farrowing in sows
New swine research explores how caffeine and cloprostenol affect sow behavior, hormones, and parturition by parity.
Workforce
A veterinary workforce lesson in how to help during crisis
A new essay argues that veterinary teams should offer specific, practical help, not vague support, when colleagues are in crisis.
Workforce
Why name-dropping in interviews can backfire in veterinary hiring
A new workforce column warns that name-dropping in interviews can undermine credibility in veterinary hiring.
Nutrition
ShurGreen expands food waste recycling role in pet food supply chain
ShurGreen is scaling its recycling model for pet food byproducts, with feed safety and sustainability both in focus.
Outbreaks
WEEV blood donor finding adds to Argentina outbreak picture
A new study found one asymptomatic WEEV-positive blood donor during Argentina’s 2023–2024 outbreak.
Workforce
Veterinary Vertex wins Gold EPIC Award for podcast excellence
AVMA’s Veterinary Vertex podcast earned Gold in the 2026 EPIC Awards, highlighting audio’s growing role in veterinary research communication.
Nutrition
Peru paco study links harvest weight to yield and body traits
A new Peru study finds paco harvest weight changes carcass yield, edible recovery, and key morphometric traits.
Nutrition
Study links EPA to lower oxidative stress in canine gut cells
A new canine cell study suggests EPA may help blunt oxidative and inflammatory gut responses.
Regulation
Study proposes U.S. reporting framework for resistant organisms in pets
A new AJVR study outlines how companion animal CRO detections could be reported more consistently across U.S. veterinary and public health systems.
Outbreaks
Emerging dog parasite pushes veterinarians to rethink freshwater risk
Heterobilharzia americana is expanding beyond its historic range, and routine fecal tests may miss infected dogs.
Drugs
Study suggests baicalin may boost cefquinome against ESBL E. coli
A new preclinical study found baicalin improved cefquinome activity against animal-origin ESBL E. coli and reduced intestinal injury.
Nutrition
Herbal-essential oil blend shows promise in Silky fowls
A new Animals study links a modified herbal formula and essential oils to better growth, lipid metabolism, and gut health in Silky fowls.
Nutrition
Lycopene study targets aflatoxin-linked liver stress in grouper
New hybrid grouper research examines whether lycopene can reduce aflatoxin B1-related growth and liver damage.
Research
Rare mycobacterial species reported in white-cheeked turaco
A new case report links Mycobacterium shimoidei to disseminated mycobacteriosis in a captive white-cheeked turaco.
Nutrition
Review maps smarter nutrition strategies for low-fishmeal aquafeeds
A new review says low-fishmeal aquafeeds need broader nutritional balancing than lysine and methionine alone.
Research
Study links CPV-2a to fatal neurologic disease in mountain lions
A new case series ties canine parvovirus-2a to polioencephalomyelitis in juvenile California mountain lions.
Research
Study sharpens focus on diagnosing feline platynosomosis
A new case series highlights diagnostic blind spots in feline platynosomosis and why sedimentation still matters.
Drugs
Study tests oral Lactococcus platform for bovine interferon delivery
A new preclinical study links high-potency bovine interferon design with oral Lactococcus delivery against VSV and BEV.
Research
Study tests seminal plasma’s role in stallion sperm freezing
Research suggests sperm selection may matter more than seminal plasma addition in post-thaw stallion semen quality.
Outbreaks
Taiwan study detects Anaplasma platys in dog-associated ticks
Researchers in southern Taiwan found Anaplasma platys DNA in brown dog ticks collected from dogs.
Research
Study adds breed-specific heart size ranges for eight dog breeds
A new AJVR study reports breed-specific VHS and VLAS reference intervals for eight canine breeds.
Research
Systemic mycoses review urges broader suspicion in dogs and cats
A new review highlights why systemic fungal infections in companion animals are still easy to miss.
Research
Case series highlights non-dental mandibular osteomyelitis in camelids
A four-case report suggests CT and aggressive debridement can treat mandibular osteomyelitis in camelids without removing healthy teeth.
Research
Correction updates Blackbelly sheep weight prediction paper
A 2026 sheep biometrics paper was corrected after figure order and caption errors made it into the published version.
Outbreaks
Hungary study finds two myxoma virus strains in brown hares
Researchers in West Hungary detected both classic and recombinant myxoma virus strains in European brown hares.
Industry
WAVE adopts AI controls to speed freeze dryer commissioning
WAVE says an AI-based control platform from Interkey can cut freeze dryer commissioning time dramatically.
Industry
SUPERZOO puts sourcing, wellness, and welfare in focus
SUPERZOO 2026 is spotlighting sourcing, supplements, sustainability, and animal welfare alongside product discovery.
Workforce
Why the path to becoming a veterinarian matters right now
A new dvm360 podcast taps into bigger questions about the veterinary pipeline, training, and retention.
Research
MIZAR 2.0 canine precision study advances hemorheology validation
A new canine study examines whether MIZAR 2.0 delivers repeatable hemorheology results, a key step before broader veterinary use.
Drugs
Lorazepam study points to fewer repeat blockages in male cats
A blinded JAVMA trial suggests lorazepam may cut recurrent urethral obstruction after first-time episodes in male cats.
Outbreaks
New milk ELISA aims to strengthen Brucella surveillance
Researchers report a bead-based ELISA for detecting Brucella directly in milk, with possible surveillance value.
Research
Sand enteropathy review highlights gaps in equine evidence
A new review says sand enteropathy is increasingly recognized in horses, but diagnosis and management still rely on limited evidence.
Research
Study adds orbital gland reference data for dik-diks and duikers
A preliminary study describes key orbital glands in two small wild bovids, adding baseline data for exotic veterinary ophthalmology.
Research
Study examines endoscopic complications after equine NG intubation
A new JAVMA study looks at how often nasogastric intubation complications are confirmed on endoscopy in horses.
Research
Study maps how frozen mysid shrimp degrades as seahorse feed
A new study found frozen mysid shrimp shows staged spoilage during storage, with possible implications for seahorse health and husbandry.
Research
Study supports teleneurology for lesion localization in dogs and cats
A JAVMA study found strong agreement between remote and in-person neurologic lesion localization in dogs and cats.
Research
Seven-year CatPAWS study shows multimorbidity is common in aging cats
A seven-year cohort study found most aging cats developed multiple abnormalities, with muscle loss emerging as a key risk signal.
Outbreaks
Asia review finds substantial MRSP burden in canine pyoderma
A new meta-analysis suggests MRSP may be as common as MSSP in pyodermic dogs across Asia.
Outbreaks
Manitoba horse tests positive for equine infectious anemia
A Manitoba horse tested positive for EIA during export screening, triggering movement controls and follow-up testing.
Industry
Kemin breaks ground on Singapore Kuriosity Centre
Kemin is investing $35 million in a new Singapore hub for animal nutrition and food technology.
Research
Tufts teams combine stenting and SBRT for Boston Terrier
A Tufts case highlights how cardiology and oncology coordinated care for a Boston Terrier with a chemodectoma.
Outbreaks
Two Potomac horse fever cases confirmed at Wisconsin facility
Two horses at a Green County, Wisconsin, boarding facility have been confirmed with Potomac horse fever.
Welfare
International Cat Care adds three trustees for 2030 strategy
International Cat Care named three new trustees as it advances its 2030 strategy and broader feline welfare agenda.
Drugs
Study links Xuebijing to reduced H2S-induced splenic pyroptosis
A rat study suggests Xuebijing may blunt inflammasome-driven spleen injury after acute hydrogen sulfide exposure.
Industry
iGii spotlights carbon electrode platform at ADLM 2026
iGii says its carbon nanomaterial platform could help diagnostics developers move beyond traditional electrode constraints.
Drugs
Elephant mRNA vaccine shows first peer-reviewed protection signal
New Baylor-Houston data suggest an experimental EEHV vaccine may protect vulnerable young Asian elephants.
Research
Animal STR testing remains essential, but standardization gaps persist
A new review says STR analysis is still central to animal DNA work, despite persistent technical and validation challenges.
Research
First Acartiidae mitogenome adds a new copepod reference
Researchers sequenced the first mitochondrial genome for Acartiidae, adding a new reference for copepod phylogeny and estuarine ecology.
Nutrition
Review spotlights collagen peptides beyond joint support
A new veterinary review argues collagen peptides may act as signaling molecules, but target-species evidence remains uneven.
Research
Study examines long-term outcomes after ceratohyoidectomy in equids
A new THO study adds evidence on long-term outcomes after ceratohyoidectomy in horses with unilateral and bilateral disease.
Nutrition
Study links leucine and valine to improved pork tenderness
A new Animals study suggests leucine and valine may improve pork tenderness through muscle fiber and metabolic changes.
Workforce
Best practices to attract and keep top talent in vet med
Compensation matters, but retention increasingly depends on culture, flexibility, workload, and growth.
Nutrition
Forage-first message returns to the center of equine nutrition
New equine nutrition coverage highlights forage as the dietary foundation, but stresses that hay and pasture don’t always meet every horse’s needs.
Workforce
NC State reports record summer research participation by vet students
NC State says a record number of DVM students joined its summer research program, highlighting growth in the veterinary research pipeline.
Outbreaks
Nebraska horse tests positive for strangles and influenza
A Lancaster County horse tested positive for strangles and equine influenza, raising biosecurity concerns for local equine facilities.
Nutrition
Parents2Pawz targets sensitive-stomach dogs with functional treats
Autumn Smith’s Parents2Pawz is building a functional dog treat line around digestive sensitivity and wellness claims.
Drugs
Review highlights shared drug targets in Plasmodium and Babesia
A new review argues that conserved erythrocyte-stage biology could help speed cross-species antiparasitic drug discovery.
Research
Texas A&M links new parasite to black skimmer deaths
Researchers identified a previously unknown Eimeria parasite in black skimmers tied to a recent Gulf Coast mortality event.
Industry
BARK Air adds in-flight grooming with PRIDE+GROOM
BARK Air is adding a light in-flight grooming service as it expands its premium dog-first travel model.
Research
Goose astrovirus 2 study points to VLP vaccine potential
A newly accepted study links GAstV-2 capsid maturation biology to a promising subunit vaccine approach.
Research
Mitogenomic study probes how venom evolved in Meiacanthus blennies
A new Animals paper adds mitochondrial evidence to the evolutionary story behind venomous Meiacanthus blennies.
Outbreaks
Romanian poultry study highlights Toxoplasma exposure gap
A Romanian serology study suggests backyard poultry remain a useful sentinel for Toxoplasma exposure.
Outbreaks
Colorado confirms first vesicular stomatitis premises of outbreak
USDA confirmed Colorado’s first VSV-affected equine premises in Montezuma County, triggering quarantine and heightened surveillance.
Nutrition
Dog food storage advice goes beyond the container
A new Whole Dog Journal roundup highlights storage bins, but FDA guidance says the original bag still matters most.
Workforce
New biography revisits Robert Marshak’s imprint on Penn Vet
Penn Vet’s new Marshak biography highlights the dean who helped shape veterinary clinical specialties.
Industry
Seydelmann acquires 50% stake in AMFEC
Seydelmann has bought a 50% stake in AMFEC, expanding their push into automated food and pet food production lines.
Workforce
VETgirl podcast spotlights new realities in pet vaccination
A new VETgirl episode with Dr. Richard Ford zeroes in on vaccine updates shaping small animal practice.
Nutrition
Performance horse electrolyte balance gets a summer spotlight
A new equine nutrition article highlights why sweat-driven electrolyte losses need more precise replacement in working horses.
Research
Freshwater pufferfish study maps how Pao baileyi handles saxitoxin
A new study finds Pao baileyi selectively accumulates saxitoxin, with distinct tissue patterns in wild and bred fish.
Industry
Pet prices hit record highs in March as petflation reaches 4.3%
March 2026 petflation rose to 4.3%, with veterinary services remaining a major source of price pressure.
Research
Study flags possible spinal nerve tumors in Smilodon fossils
A new Frontiers paper links foraminal widening in Smilodon vertebrae to possible spinal nerve tumors and broader concerns about inbreeding.
Nutrition
Study links dietary resveratrol to better broiler growth
A new broiler study found resveratrol improved growth and antioxidant status, with limited effect on meat quality.
Research
Study probes homocysteine as a biomarker in equine valve disease
A new equine study links plasma homocysteine to left-sided valvular heart disease.
Research
Study finds pigeons can learn to spot abnormalities on lung CTs
Researchers found trained pigeons could distinguish normal from abnormal lung CT scans and generalize to new image types.
Nutrition
Study links grape pomace in dairy sheep diets to serum miRNA shifts
A new sheep study suggests 5% grape pomace supplementation may alter circulating miRNA signals tied to metabolic regulation.
Outbreaks
Study links tawny owls to multiple Sarcocystis species in Lithuania
A Lithuania study found tawny owls carried DNA from eight Sarcocystis taxa, expanding the wildlife transmission map.
Research
Case report highlights dual CNS disease in a young Bichon Frise
A new case report describes combined decompression and immunosuppression for concurrent CM/SM and presumptive MUO in a dog.
Research
Pilot study probes earlier markers of doxorubicin cardiac injury in dogs
A small study suggests H-FABP and troponin I may detect doxorubicin-related cardiac injury before echo or Holter changes appear.
Research
North Carolina blue crab study updates survival and growth estimates
A new mark–recapture study offers localized blue crab survival, growth, and body-size estimates as North Carolina rebuilds its stock assessment.
Welfare
Simple enrichment adds evidence for better BALB/c mouse welfare
A new mouse study supports practical paper-based enrichment as a meaningful welfare refinement.
Research
Study finds limits in ESR method interchangeability for dogs and cats
A new study found Westergren and automated ESR results in dogs and cats aren't directly interchangeable.
Nutrition
Study links Zanthoxylum leaf extract to higher laying rates
A new laying hen study found Zanthoxylum leaf extract improved laying rate and antioxidant markers.
Research
Traplines may cut sea turtle bycatch in swordfish longlines
A small Mediterranean study suggests hookless traplines could sharply reduce turtle bycatch in swordfish fisheries.
Outbreaks
Bat bite lawsuit puts hotel rabies exposure protocols in focus
A pilot’s lawsuit over a bat bite at a Denver Sheraton highlights rabies risk, PEP costs, and the need for rapid bat-exposure response.
Workforce
Entering equine practice means balancing passion and sustainability
New equine veterinarians are weighing mentorship, debt, call, and flexibility alongside their interest in the field.
Industry
Momentum expands Icelandic fish chew line with four new SKUs
Momentum Carnivore Nutrition added four new Icelandic fish chew multipacks, expanding its retail-ready line to nine cuts.
Workforce
NIH renews NC State training grant for future research leaders
A $2.5 million NIH renewal will fund new NC State Ph.D. fellows in comparative molecular medicine.
Research
Review revisits how clone L4 shaped P2X7 receptor research
A new review examines how clone L4 helped define human P2X7 biology, with lessons for comparative and veterinary immunology.
Industry
Holiday dog gifts shift toward enrichment, safety, and value
Holiday dog gifting is evolving as brands balance fun, durability, and safety for more value-conscious pet parents.
Industry
Swedencare grows Q2 sales and profit as Europe leads
Swedencare posted higher Q2 sales and profit, with Europe, production, dental, and pharma driving growth.
Research
Creatinine-based indices may sharpen prognosis in canine pancreatitis
A new study suggests simple creatinine-derived ratios could help flag higher-risk dogs with acute pancreatitis at admission.
Research
Feline stem cell imaging study maps where IV cells go in FCGS
A new cat study tracks IV stem cell biodistribution in healthy and FCGS patients.
Outbreaks
Guangxi survey highlights rising porcine rotavirus diversity
A Guangxi study found rising porcine rotavirus detection and isolated a G9P[23] strain with reassortment signals.
Research
Mouse study explores in situ engineering of fascia-like tissue
A new Animals paper suggests low-growth-factor Matrigel can induce fascia-like tissue in mice.
Research
Study links monkey elevation shifts to food and solar trade-offs
New research suggests black-and-white snub-nosed monkeys balance food access and solar exposure when shifting elevation seasonally.
Outbreaks
Study links RA-IBV coinfection to worse disease in layer chicks
New poultry research suggests RA and IBV coinfection can intensify disease and reproductive tract damage in layer chicks.
Research
Study points to peptide approach for Salmonella liver injury in lambs
An Animals study found CPP-C3M4 reduced Salmonella-linked liver inflammation and oxidative stress in lambs.
Industry
Play Pet Brands and Cabot add two dog toys to co-branded line
Play Pet Brands and Cabot Creamery expanded their co-branded dog toy partnership with two new food-inspired products.
Recalls
Sleepypod rebrand sharpens focus on pet travel safety
Sleepypod has unveiled a rebrand that ties its travel safety identity more closely to parent company Paw Prosper.
Research
French Bulldog study refines kidney-to-aorta ultrasound norms
A new study suggests French Bulldogs need breed-specific kidney ultrasound reference values.
Research
Why FNA technique still shapes diagnostic yield in practice
A Veterinary Practice News feature highlights how FNA technique and slide prep can determine whether cytology is diagnostic.
Nutrition
New review reframes taurine’s role in canine metabolic health
A new review says taurine may be more clinically important in dogs than standard nutrition assumptions suggest.
Nutrition
Why ‘always hungry’ dogs deserve more than a feeding tweak
A new client-facing article highlights how constant hunger in dogs can signal nutrition issues, behavior, or underlying disease.
Research
Duck feather study points to genes behind down vs. contour traits
A new transcriptomics study identifies candidate genes linked to feather-type differences in Beijing ducks.
Research
eDNA study tracks day-night fish connectivity in Xincun Lagoon
A new Hainan study uses eDNA to map how fish communities shift across lagoon habitats over the course of a day.
Nutrition
Pig gut bacteria and fungi linked to distinctive flavor traits
A new swine study links bacterial–fungal gut networks in Congjiang Xiang pigs with distinctive meat flavor profiles.
Research
Rare canine case links chylopericardium, thrombosis, and mesothelioma
A new canine case report highlights how venous thrombosis and mesothelioma may complicate chylous effusions.
Nutrition
Seaweed polysaccharide shows promise against aged-maize stress in sheep
Two studies suggest Laminaria japonica polysaccharide may reduce oxidative and inflammatory effects of aged maize in Hu sheep.
Welfare
Study compares farm animal transport welfare rules in Brazil and EU
A new paper finds Brazil’s transport welfare rules are more fragmented than the Germany/EU framework.
Drugs
Study explores EV-based ciprofloxacin delivery for intracellular infection
A new Animals paper tests Streptococcus suis extracellular vesicles as a ciprofloxacin carrier in vitro and in vivo.
Research
Study links enamel protein loss to weaker giant panda teeth
A new giant panda enamel study suggests residual proteins help protect teeth from bamboo-related wear.
Nutrition
Study links phytogenic blend to rumen and amino acid shifts in calves
A new calf nutrition study suggests an essential oil blend may alter rumen fermentation and amino acid metabolism after weaning.
Workforce
Beth Davidow puts patient safety at the center of private practice
A new Instinct podcast with Beth Davidow highlights system-based ways private practices can reduce veterinary errors.
Workforce
LIU gains full CVTEA accreditation in latest committee actions
Long Island University’s veterinary technology program moved to full CVTEA accreditation in the latest AVMA committee decisions.
Workforce
Roo expands into analytics for veterinary workforce management
Roo has launched a new analytics platform to help veterinary hospital leaders track staffing coverage, cancellations, and gaps.
Industry
Smallbatch adds goat and bison to single-ingredient treat line
Smallbatch expanded its freeze-dried treat line with goat heart, goat liver, and bison liver recipes for dogs and cats.
Outbreaks
Strangles confirmed at Idaho boarding facility
A Quarter Horse mare at an Ada County, Idaho, boarding facility tested positive for strangles and has recovered.
Research
Study points to unusual kidney fats in cats with CKD risk
A Nottingham study suggests unusual renal fats may help explain why cats are so prone to chronic kidney disease.
Industry
US hog inventory edges lower as breeding herd shrinks
USDA reported 73.7 million hogs and pigs on U.S. farms as of June 1, with the breeding herd down slightly.
Nutrition
VEGDOG’s VEGCAT Pure Bites earn PETA vegan award
PETA recognized VEGDOG’s microbial-protein cat treats, spotlighting alternative proteins in feline snacks.
Industry
Why riding still matters for equine veterinarians
A new EquiManagement feature highlights equine veterinarians balancing practice demands with time in the saddle.
Industry
Goodnewsforpets opens 2026 CWA human-animal bond award
Goodnewsforpets has opened entries for its 2026 CWA Human-Animal Bond Award, with the winner to be announced in November.
Industry
Goodnewsforpets revives spotlight on its Heart-Paw Charm
An archive post brings back attention to Goodnewsforpets’ long-running Elena Kriegner-designed Heart-Paw Charm.
Research
Study links 31 genes to body size traits in Duolang sheep
A new sequencing-based GWAS identified 31 candidate genes tied to body size in Duolang sheep.
Industry
White & Private Label Expo brings pet sourcing to Javits
A New York sourcing expo is spotlighting private-label pet products as value pressures reshape retail.
Nutrition
Brown mushroom stem powder shows gut health potential in chicks
A new layer chick study links brown mushroom stem powder to improved ileal structure and barrier-related gene expression.
Research
Chemosensory gene map expands toolkit for Calliptamus barbarus research
A new study catalogs 422 chemosensory-related sequences in Calliptamus barbarus, a grasshopper with agricultural relevance in Xinjiang.
Research
Chilean study compares litter-level flu sampling methods in swine
New research evaluates whether udder wipes and nasal wipes can track influenza A at the litter level in Chilean breeding herds.
Research
DNA vaccine study points to higher estrus and ovulation in buffaloes
A trivalent AMH-INH-RFRP DNA vaccine study suggests improved estrus and ovulation in buffaloes, with pregnancy benefits still needing confirmation.
Research
New genomics study probes bovine-human overlap in group B strep
A new comparative genomics study examines how bovine and human S. agalactiae strains differ, and where they may overlap.
Research
Runx2b study maps intermuscular bone pathways in topmouth culter
A new multi-omics study links runx2b edits to connective tissue and ossification changes behind intermuscular bone loss.
Research
Saiga genome study finds maternal differences across Kazakhstan herds
New mitochondrial data suggest maternal genetic differentiation between two major saiga populations in Kazakhstan.
Nutrition
Study links artichoke extract-inulin additive to piglet gut gains
A new study found an artichoke extract-inulin feed additive improved gut markers and growth in weaned piglets.
Research
Study points to a workable serum handling window for canine miRNA
A new AJVR study found that immediate serum separation plus refrigeration for 24 to 36 hours caused minimal microRNA changes in dogs.
Research
Study points to REV-ERB agonists as a future MUO therapy path
A new perspective links REV-ERB agonists to targeted immune control in canine MUO, but clinical evidence in dogs is still ahead.
Research
Study questions reliability of tape-strip cytology for canine Malassezia
A new study found poor agreement in reading tape-strip cytology slides for canine Malassezia, even after 50 fields.
Industry
Carnivore Meat Company names Sergey Agafonkin CFO
Carnivore Meat Company appointed Sergey Agafonkin CFO as the raw pet food maker continues to scale.
Industry
Central Bark posts record Q2 as dog daycare demand stays strong
Central Bark reported 17% Q2 systemwide sales growth, its highest quarter on record.
Industry
Horses in the Morning reaches 4,000 episodes
Horse Radio Network’s flagship show hit 4,000 episodes, marking a rare longevity milestone in equine podcasting.
Industry
Lesure launches RealOrtho dog bed for senior and large dogs
Lesure introduced a premium orthopedic dog bed, positioning sleep support as part of pet wellness.
Research
New Helicobacter genotypes found in stranded pygmy sperm whales
Florida researchers identified three previously unknown Helicobacter genotypes in stranded pygmy sperm whales with gastric lesions.
Welfare
New St. Matthews pet ER lets pet parents stay overnight
VEG’s first Kentucky hospital brings 24/7 emergency care and overnight stays for pet parents in St. Matthews.
Workforce
Ohio State plans AVMA 2026 alumni reception in Anaheim
Ohio State will host an Alumni and Friends Reception during AVMA Convention 2026 in Anaheim on July 10.
Research
Rare spinal fungal granuloma removed successfully in a dog
A new case report details surgical excision and long-term recovery in a dog with a rare spinal fungal granuloma.
Outbreaks
Serbia reports first Borrelia records in voles and Apodemus mice
A new study adds vole and Apodemus hosts to Serbia’s Lyme disease surveillance picture.
Industry
VPN Plus+ spotlights sponsors behind its 2026 Vet Box
Veterinary Practice News thanked sponsors backing its 2026 Vet Box, including Silver Sponsor Health Technology Professional Products.
Industry
When veterinary partnerships work, and when they don’t
Clear terms on money, workload, and exits can determine whether a veterinary partnership holds.
Industry
Native Pet names Ariel Stoddard its first chief marketing officer
Native Pet appointed Ariel Stoddard as its first CMO as the supplement brand expands its retail and marketing reach.
Nutrition
Appeals court revives part of Hill’s pet food lawsuit
A federal appeals court reinstated key claims in KetoNatural’s false advertising case against Hill’s.
Industry
BetterBone expands distribution into India, China, Brazil, and Quebec
BetterBone added new distribution partners in four markets as its global chew expansion accelerates.
Research
Equine vets show growing caution on IA corticosteroids
A new survey suggests equine veterinarians are using more caution with IA corticosteroids while embracing orthobiologics.
Research
Four-dog case series highlights complexity of periorbital tumors
A new case series shows how canine periorbital tumors can look similar at presentation but require very different management.
Industry
Marleybones expands Pantry Fresh into 430 Pets at Home stores
Marleybones' nationwide Pets at Home rollout brings shelf-stable fresh dog food to about 430 UK stores.
Workforce
NC State to repeat VetRISE after successful high school pilot
NC State says its first VetRISE summer research program for 11 high school students was successful and will return in 2027.
Workforce
New Mexico opens rural veterinary loan repayment applications
New Mexico is accepting applications for up to $80,000 in loan repayment for veterinarians serving rural, frontier, and tribal communities.
Outbreaks
North Dakota reports strangles case in Ward County horse
A confirmed strangles case in Ward County puts equine biosecurity and follow-up testing back in focus.
Nutrition
Perilla seed extract study points to lamb nutrition potential
A new lamb study suggests perilla seed extract may improve rumen function and meat quality.
Workforce
Push-pull sampling through peripheral IVCs gains traction in dogs
New evidence and CE coverage support push-pull blood sampling through peripheral IV catheters in hospitalized dogs.
Research
Study explores herbal red palm oil shampoo for pet skin infections
An in vitro study suggests a plant-based pet shampoo may have antimicrobial activity, but clinical testing is still needed.
Nutrition
Study links Bacillus amyloliquefaciens to better Zi goose gut health
A new Zi goose study adds evidence that Bacillus amyloliquefaciens may support growth, immunity, and gut health.
Nutrition
Study links selenium source, probiotics, and antioxidant status in beef cattle
A new study suggests selenium form and probiotics may jointly shape antioxidant responses and feed efficiency in beef cattle.
Research
Study links combo therapy to lower EHM risk in EHV-1 outbreaks
A JAVMA study found valacyclovir plus heparin was associated with lower EHM incidence and improved survival in horses exposed to EHV-1.
Workforce
Study questions training value of automated endoscopic suturing
An AJVR study found no time or mental workload advantage for an automated suturing device in resident laparoscopic training.
Recalls
Tornado case puts minoxidil poisoning risk back in focus
A Cocker Spaniel puppy recovered after minoxidil ingestion, highlighting a serious household poisoning risk for pets.
Research
Two canine gastrinoma cases highlight value of serial gastrin
A new case report suggests serial serum gastrin may help monitor canine gastrinoma after surgery.
Industry
VetEvolve names Dr. Laura Pletz its first chief veterinary officer
VetEvolve created a new chief veterinary officer role and tapped Dr. Laura Pletz to lead clinical quality and veterinarian support.
Workforce
VIN Foundation names Mike Dunn scholarship recipients, opens next cycle
Two future veterinary students will receive up to $140,000 each, with the 2027 application cycle opening July 29.
Outbreaks
Wisconsin mare confirmed positive for strangles in St. Croix County
A 5-year-old Quarter Horse mare in St. Croix County, Wisconsin, has been confirmed positive for strangles.
Research
Ala vestibuloplasty gains attention in stenotic nares surgery
Clinician’s Brief spotlights a technique that may improve airflow more than traditional nare widening in some brachycephalic dogs.
Research
Canine iPSC study advances lab-grown red cell research
Osaka researchers generated canine red blood cell-like cells from iPSCs, an early step toward alternative transfusion products.
Welfare
Commentary reframes caregiver burden after canine amputation
A new commentary says caregiver strain after canine amputation may stem more from lost shared routines than from amputation itself.
Workforce
Merck survey points to communication gap in feline vaccination
A new Merck Animal Health survey suggests better veterinarian-client education could improve feline vaccination compliance.
Outbreaks
Study links CSBV immune evasion to copper imbalance in Apis cerana
New research suggests Chinese sacbrood virus disrupts copper homeostasis to weaken antiviral immunity in eastern honeybee larvae.
Industry
United Petfood buys 50% stake in Germany’s SmartPetPro
United Petfood is expanding in premium wet petfood with a 50% stake in Germany-based SmartPetPro.
Research
Case report highlights colonoscopy perforation risks in cats
A feline case report details rapid anaesthetic deterioration during colonoscopy-induced intestinal perforation.
Research
Study links croaker gut and gill microbiota to rearing environment
New research finds gut and gill microbiota in large yellow croaker vary by mucosal site and aquaculture system.
Research
Study links MAZ to muscle satellite cell growth in pigs
New porcine cell research ties MAZ to satellite cell proliferation through SLPI and Wnt/β-catenin signaling.
Research
Study sharpens macaque model for Q fever pneumonia research
A new pathology study strengthens the cynomolgus macaque model for Q fever research and countermeasure development.
Welfare
Darius the donkey joins Pediatrics Plus therapy farm
A Conway donkey has moved to Pediatrics Plus Farm to support therapy for children with special needs.
Nutrition
Flaxseed-based finisher diets tested in sustainable pig production
A new pig nutrition study examines whether flaxseed and local plant additives can support performance, immunity, and antioxidant status.
Welfare
Missing Texas giraffe Gracie returns after complex rescue
A Texas giraffe was found and returned safely after a helicopter-assisted veterinary recovery.
Nutrition
Study examines cysteamine zinc in lactating mares
A new mare nutrition study links cysteamine zinc with hormone, microbiome, and metabolite changes during lactation.
Nutrition
Study links fish scale meal to brighter koi coloration
A new koi nutrition study found fish scale meal may boost brightness, but growth trade-offs could limit use.
Research
Study projects eastward expansion of Namaqua Dove in Türkiye
A new modelling study suggests climate change could expand climatically suitable habitat for Namaqua Dove across eastern Anatolia.
Outbreaks
Ecuador meta-analysis finds high canine hookworm burden
A new review estimates 24% canine Ancylostoma prevalence in Ecuador, with much higher burden in coastal and insular regions.
Welfare
Review urges better post-capture monitoring in European ungulates
A new review says wildlife capture protocols should track stress and delayed harm, not just immediate survival.
Outbreaks
Canine distemper study points to possible alternative CNS entry route
A new canine distemper study suggests astrocyte infection may bypass the virus’s two best-known receptors.
Nutrition
Study links bamboo leaf flavonoids to better egg quality in aged hens
A new Animals study found bamboo leaf flavonoids improved egg quality and liver health markers in aged laying hens.
Workforce
Review challenges in-hand piaffe training with leg stimulation
A new review argues tactile leg stimulation produces limb lifting, not true collection, in piaffe and passage training.
Research
Study highlights mastitis burden in female dromedary camels
A clinical camel study found udder lesions were more common than teat lesions, with mastitis leading cases and responding well to treatment.
Research
Study maps pelvic sex differences in Wistar rats across puberty
A 3D morphometric study found pelvic sex differences in Wistar rats become clearer after puberty.
Industry
Boehringer joins NAVC human-animal bond certification program
Boehringer Ingelheim has joined NAVC’s Human-Animal Bond Certified Company Program, backing bond-focused CE for veterinary teams.
Welfare
Free veterinary program targets 80 rural Alaska villages
A new two-year initiative will bring free veterinary public health services to 80 Tribal communities across rural Alaska.
Recalls
Michigan clinic warns against rat poison in homes with dogs
A Michigan veterinary hospital treated six rodenticide cases in two weeks and is urging pet parents to avoid rat poison at home.
Industry
SitStay taps Van Den Bosch to widen Chicken Chips reach
SitStay’s new deal with John A. Van Den Bosch expands regional distribution of its single-ingredient Chicken Chips dog treats.
Workforce
Belonging in practice means action, not just inclusive language
Tripp Oliphant, DVM, says veterinary leaders build belonging through daily actions, not just statements of support.
Welfare
Uganda shelter study finds widespread welfare gaps for dogs
A new Central Uganda study links poor shelter dog welfare to housing, ventilation, bedding, and outdoor access.
Industry
Animal Neurology Center ties growth to Instinct EMR workflow
A St. Louis specialty hospital says Instinct EMR helped it grow case volume without adding staff.
Drugs
Correction sharpens UK BRD antibiotic prescribing survey
A Frontiers correction updates key data points in a UK survey on BRD antibiotic decision-making.
Research
Early-life gut microbiome may predict infant malaria risk
UF-led research links healthy infant gut microbes with lower malaria risk in the first year of life.
Regulation
FDA faces renewed pressure on pet food labeling and GRAS
FDA delayed a major GRAS proposal and is being asked to revisit its rejection of feed-grade disclosure on pet food labels.
Nutrition
Study examines HDMF’s effects on rumen and fecal microbiota
A new sheep nutrition study links HDMF supplementation to shifts in rumen and fecal microbiota.
Research
Study finds limited fibular role in canine crus torsional strength
An AJVR ex vivo Beagle study suggests the fibula contributes minimally to torsional stiffness and strength in the canine crus.
Workforce
Veterinary students use AI, but training remains uneven
A new Spain-Portugal survey found veterinary students are using AI, though formal training still varies widely by institution.
Research
Study tests postmortem NMR as a rat welfare refinement
Researchers report postmortem NMR may estimate subcutaneous fat in rats without an extra live-animal scan.
Research
Thailand study adds molecular data on Chaunocephalus ferox
New genetic data may improve identification of a clinically important trematode in Asian Openbills.
Industry
VETRESKA expands Ollie Bearman tie-up with Circuit Collection
VETRESKA has launched a motorsport-inspired pet accessories line with Formula 1 driver Ollie Bearman.
Research
Catfish study links copper timing to columnaris immune response
A new study suggests copper sulfate can either hinder or help catfish defenses against Flavobacterium covae, depending on timing.
Workforce
Clinician’s Brief podcast spotlights skipped ear cytology
A new Clinician’s Brief podcast revisits why ear cytology remains underused despite clear guidance in otitis cases.
Industry
Review revisits fluorescent probes for food freshness detection
A new review highlights faster, visual ways to detect spoilage in animal-derived foods.
Research
First reported mastoidectomy performed on gorilla at San Diego park
A San Diego Zoo Safari Park gorilla underwent the first reported mastoidectomy, highlighting new possibilities in cross-disciplinary specialty care.
Research
AI study explores tissue triage in nonclinical toxicity pathology
A new Veterinary Pathology paper tests unsupervised AI to sort normal and abnormal tissues in preclinical toxicity studies.
Research
Case report tracks sheep survival after 90 days on rocky ledge
A new case report details how stranded sheep survived prolonged isolation and what their lab findings may teach clinicians.
Research
Chinese sturgeon study maps hidden costs of seawater acclimation
A new study found seawater acclimation changed metabolism, immunity, hormones, and gut microbiota in F2 Chinese sturgeon.
Research
Field study tests tibial fracture repair in heavier beef cattle
A new case series suggests full-limb double pin casting may expand field treatment options for tibial fractures in heavy beef cattle.
Research
Study maps multi-organ drivers of growth divergence in grass carp
A new multi-omics study links uneven grass carp growth under high-density culture to coordinated changes in brain, liver, and muscle.
Research
Study questions value of valved pins for communal IV bags
A JAVMA study found a needleless 1-way valved dispensing pin did not reduce bacterial contamination of shared IV fluid bags.
Research
Study sharpens thyroid testing guidance for healthy donkeys
A new study found healthy donkeys have higher thyroid hormone levels than horses on the Immulite 2000xpi platform.
Research
Study suggests some dogs with ischemic neuromyopathy can recover
A new multicenter study links neurologic status in canine INM with survival and suggests recovery is possible.
Industry
Austin and Kat expands functional mushroom line for dogs
Austin and Kat added three mushroom powders and two liquid extracts, expanding its dog supplement lineup.
Nutrition
Maev launches limited-edition Nordic Fish dog food recipe
Maev added a fish-based frozen raw recipe, bringing sustainability and food safety questions into focus.
Industry
Merck spotlights the often unseen impact of animal health innovation
Merck’s latest message underscores how veterinary innovation is expanding beyond drugs into data, biologics, and monitoring.
Nutrition
Study links garlic and black seed oils to broiler gains
A new broiler study found garlic oil and black seed oil improved growth, feed efficiency, and immune-related measures.
Workforce
Texas A&M BIMS student wins collegiate barrel racing title
Devin Young’s CNFR championship gives Texas A&M and VMBS a fresh student success story with equine and workforce relevance.
Drugs
What vet teams should know about compounding with Wedgewood
A new podcast spotlights Wedgewood as compounding grows more central to veterinary practice.
Research
PIK3C3 structural variant linked to immune traits in Xiang pigs
A new study ties a 579-bp PIK3C3 variant in Xiang pigs to lower gene expression and altered immune markers.
Industry
VetnCare acquires Oakland integrative hospital Holistic Veterinary Care
VetnCare has acquired Holistic Veterinary Care in Oakland, with founder Dr. Gary Richter staying on as clinical director.
Industry
Zoetis moves to acquire VitalRADS and expand teleradiology
Zoetis plans to acquire VitalRADS, adding 24/7 specialist teleradiology to its diagnostics platform.
Research
Brazil report highlights Acanthamoeba as a cattle differential
A new Brazil case series links Acanthamoeba sp. to fatal neurologic and systemic disease in cattle.
Research
New ELISA targets multiple virulence factors in porcine E. coli
A new multi-epitope indirect ELISA aims to broaden antibody detection for porcine diarrhea-related E. coli.
Research
Genome study finds deep split in South Korea’s long-tailed goral
A new study found South Korea’s endangered long-tailed goral is divided into two isolated genetic populations.
Research
Study links seminal plasma DNase to donkey sperm release from NETs
New research suggests seminal plasma DNase may help donkey sperm escape NETs and alter motility in ways relevant to assisted reproduction.
Research
Correction updates authorship, funding in sheep nematode study
A Frontiers correction updates the author list, contributions, and funding for a 2026 sheep nematode plant-extract study.
Nutrition
German rheumatology group expands phytotherapy review
DGRh added 13 medicinal plants to its rheumatology phytotherapy recommendations, with safety and evidence still central.
Industry
Petco bets on experiential retail to drive store traffic
Petco is using themed in-store events to turn stores into community hubs and deepen engagement with pet parents.
Workforce
VHMA names Bianca Alfonso 2026 Practice Manager of the Year
VHMA honored Bianca Alfonso for helping grow Green Dog Dental & Veterinary Center into a multi-hospital organization.
Nutrition
VICTOR launches Hunter’s Instinct cat food for active cats
VICTOR’s new Hunter’s Instinct line targets active and outdoor cats with salmon-first, high-protein formulas.
Industry
Jollyes grows sales as private label and raw food gain ground
Jollyes reported 8.7% revenue growth, fueled by store expansion, private label, and frozen raw food.
Research
Climate change may reshape habitat for Tibet’s plateau frog
A new modelling study suggests climate change could alter suitable habitat for Nanorana parkeri in Xizang, China.
Nutrition
Mulberry-orange silage study points to gains in beef cattle
A new study suggests mixed microbial silage from mulberry and orange residue may improve growth, feed efficiency, and rumen health in beef cattle.
Research
Study benchmarks polyaxial combination-hole locking plate mechanics
A new Frontiers study reports baseline screw push-out and bending data for a 3.5-mm veterinary polyaxial combination-hole locking plate.
Nutrition
Study examines loose vs pelleted litter for broiler footpad health
New broiler research explores whether litter formulation affects barn conditions and footpad lesions.
Nutrition
Study links L. amylovorus to better gut health in weaning piglets
A new piglet study suggests L. amylovorus may reduce E. coli-related growth and gut setbacks after weaning.
Research
Study links melatonin to heat-stress protection in goat Sertoli cells
A new goat cell study suggests melatonin may blunt heat-stress metabolic disruption tied to male fertility.
Welfare
Study links short-term feed increases to ovulation in gilts
A new study suggests nutritional flushing may improve ovulation in previously restricted gilts without changing puberty onset.
Research
Texas A&M study explores microRNAs to slow lung cancer
Texas A&M researchers say miR-15a and miR-16 may help slow non-small cell lung cancer growth.
Research
Study questions IGF-1 testing for Alopecia X in Pomeranians
A case-control study found serum IGF-1 wasn’t reduced in Pomeranians with Alopecia X, arguing against routine use as a diagnostic test.
Workforce
Why “practice owner” may not mean control in veterinary medicine
A Clinician’s Brief podcast highlights how equity and ownership titles can mask major differences in control, liquidity, and risk.
Research
Genes review highlights dendritic cell vaccines for canine mammary cancer
A new review argues personalized dendritic cell vaccines could help address recurrence in canine mammary cancer.
Research
Study links goat estrus behaviors on camera to hormone changes
A new goat study suggests machine vision may detect estrus in ways that reflect underlying reproductive hormone shifts.
Workforce
Tractor Supply, 4-H, and Starlink launch rural broadband effort
The partners will fund 4-H programs and place 100 Starlink kits in rural clubs to expand connectivity and STEM access.
Research
Review spotlights human oral Capnocytophaga species
A new review argues human oral-associated Capnocytophaga species are underrecognized, clinically relevant oral bacteria.
Outbreaks
Italian wild boar study adds to hepatitis E surveillance picture
New research from northwestern Italy highlights genetic diversity of hepatitis E virus in wild boars.
Research
Review sharpens focus on corticosterone testing in psittacines
A new review says corticosterone can aid psittacine care, but only with careful sampling and interpretation.
Outbreaks
Snail immune study adds detail to canine lungworm transmission
New research examines how giant African snail immune cells respond to Angiostrongylus vasorum.
Research
Study maps eggshell quality genes in Wenshang Barred chickens
A new GWAS identified 87 SNPs and 14 candidate genes tied to eggshell quality in Chinese Wenshang Barred chickens.
Nutrition
Study maps feeding habits of narrow-clawed crayfish
New research links wild diet data and protein digestibility to feed planning for narrow-clawed crayfish.
Research
Study tests phytogenic anticoccidial strategy in broiler coccidiosis
A new broiler study found one Piper longum formulation reduced lesions and oocyst shedding after Eimeria tenella challenge.
Welfare
Excavation warrant deepens Miranda’s Rescue cruelty investigation
Investigators excavating Miranda’s Rescue say hundreds of transferred dogs remain unaccounted for.
Research
Canine brain MRS study finds two 1.5 T coil options perform similarly
A new canine MRI spectroscopy study suggests coil choice at 1.5 T may be driven more by workflow and fit than metabolite ratio differences.
Research
Cat-to-hedgehog xenotransfusion reported in anemic surgical case
A new case report describes a feline whole-blood xenotransfusion used during surgery in an anemic African pygmy hedgehog.
Research
India study proposes two Metarhadinorhynchus subgenera
A fish parasite taxonomy study from India uses morphology and gene sequencing to revise Metarhadinorhynchus.
Research
New feline radiographic heart size indices aim to improve precision
A new study proposes thoracic inlet–normalized reference indices for assessing cardiac silhouette size in healthy young adult cats.
Research
Rare tracheal SCC case in cat highlights airway cancer differential
A new feline case report underscores how rare tracheal SCC can present as acute respiratory distress.
Nutrition
Artificial feeding study links squab diet to microbiota shifts
A new squab study suggests artificial feeding may alter gut development by changing both diet and microbial exposure.
Research
Study links BVDV core protein to inflammasome-driven pyroptosis
New cell-culture research suggests the BVDV core protein helps amplify inflammasome assembly and inflammatory cell death.
Research
Urban Cerrado marmosets show low helminth richness in AJVR study
A new AJVR study found just two gastrointestinal helminth taxa in urban black-tailed marmosets from Brazil’s Cerrado.
Drugs
Cornell-linked stroke blood test gains FDA breakthrough status
TETmedical’s NSE-FAST stroke assay won FDA Breakthrough Device Designation, with a pivotal study planned for late 2026.
Industry
KC Animal Health Corridor sets 2026 Summit for Aug. 31-Sept. 1
The Kansas City Animal Health Corridor’s 2026 Summit will spotlight innovation, investment, regulation, and pet parent trends.
Welfare
NC State swine welfare professor wins 2026 AVMA honor
Dr. Monique Pairis-Garcia received the 2026 AVMA Animal Welfare Award for swine-focused welfare research and on-farm impact.
Nutrition
Nestlé joins regenerative agriculture programme backed by SAI
Nestlé joined SAI Platform’s Regenerating Together Programme to help scale verified regenerative agriculture.
Regulation
Rhode Island now allows veterinarians to establish VCPRs by telemedicine
A new Rhode Island law lets veterinarians start a VCPR by video, with limits on prescribing and controlled substances.
Research
Guided TPLO study finds better osteotomy centering than freehand
A new AJVR study found a modular TPLO guide improved osteotomy centering versus freehand technique.
Industry
Zuke’s links limited-edition dog treats to park conservation
Zuke’s launched park-themed treat packs tied to matched donations for Acadia, Sequoia, and Shenandoah.
Research
AAEP releases field diagnostic guidance for equine abortion cases
AAEP’s new field guideline gives equine veterinarians a step-by-step framework for infectious abortion workups.
Research
Armenia record of Uzzell’s lizard raises conservation stakes
A newly confirmed Armenian population of Uzzell’s lizard expands the species’ known range and highlights important clonal diversity.
Workforce
AVMA podcast spotlights Derek Maxwell’s technician career path
A new My Veterinary Life episode highlights Derek Maxwell, LVT, and the expanding career paths available to credentialed technicians.
Nutrition
Bearded dragon diet guidance highlights whole-husbandry risks
A PetMD explainer reminds pet parents that bearded dragon nutrition depends on life stage, supplementation, and UVB.
Research
Case report highlights bilateral stifle arthrodesis in severe luxation
A Veterinary Sciences case report describes bilateral stifle arthrodesis for end-stage grade IV lateral patellar luxation in a dog.
Research
Case report links ExPEC-like E. coli to neurologic disease in piglets
A new case report suggests ExPEC-like E. coli should stay on the differential list for septicemic, neurologic disease in suckling piglets.
Research
Cat-assisted training study expands evidence in developmental care
A randomized trial tested cat-assisted training for youth with developmental disabilities and their family cats.
Workforce
EVJ podcast highlights smartphone gait tech and racehorse biomarkers
Two EVJ papers explore field-ready gait analysis and blood-based monitoring of training load in horses.
Research
Genetics study maps adaptation in Chishui headwater fish
A new study examines population structure and local adaptation in A. yunnanensis from the Chishui River headwaters.
Industry
Giddy Kitty expands retail reach with Vermont Pet partnership
Giddy Kitty is expanding into more independent pet retail doors through a new partnership with Vermont Pet Food & Supply.
Research
GNSS collar data may help flag calving in grazing cows
A new study suggests GNSS-only behavioral alerts could support earlier calving detection in extensive grazing systems.
Workforce
Ohio State names new leaders for retrovirus research center
Shan-Lu Liu and Amanda R. Panfil will lead Ohio State’s Center for Retrovirus Research starting July 1, 2026.
Nutrition
Processed rapeseed meal shows better digestibility in growing pigs
A new study found extrusion, especially with enzymatic hydrolysis, improved rapeseed meal digestion in growing pigs.
Industry
PSC brings back Plastic Recovery July for 2026
PSC and rePurpose Global are relaunching Plastic Recovery July after last year’s 92,000-pound recovery campaign.
Welfare
Review revisits the 5% animal-to-human translation problem
A new review examines how researchers responded to evidence that only 5% of animal-tested therapies reach human approval.
Outbreaks
Study compares qPCR and ELISA for Cytauxzoon felis in cats
New research suggests qPCR and ELISA offer different but useful views of Cytauxzoon felis exposure in cats from endemic U.S. regions.
Research
Study maps multi-organ ammonia stress response in blunt snout bream
A new transcriptomics study tracks how ammonia stress affects metabolism and immunity across five fish tissues.
Research
Study points to sex-specific gut stress signals in yellowstripe goby
A new transcriptomics study suggests male and female yellowstripe gobies show different intestinal stress signatures.
Nutrition
Study tests bacteria to further improve ammoniated wheat straw
A new study screened alkali-resistant cellulolytic bacteria to improve the feed value of ammoniated wheat straw.
Welfare
Study tests contraceptive bait in Nile grass rats
New research adds evidence for hormone-based rodent fertility control in a major African crop pest.
Nutrition
Study tests guar korma as lower-cost soybean meal alternative
A new buffalo calf study found roasted guar korma replaced up to 50% of soybean meal without harming growth or blood markers.
Welfare
Virbac Every Pet Project passes $500K for U.S. animal charities
Virbac says its Every Pet Project has now delivered $500,000 to U.S. animal charities through its nomination-based giving program.
Drugs
Why cat flea and tick products shouldn't be used on dogs
Updated guidance reminds pet parents and clinics that cat and dog parasite preventives aren't interchangeable.
Regulation
Why compliance is becoming a competitive edge in pet supplements
Pet supplement and treat companies are turning compliance into a trust and growth strategy as scrutiny rises.
Research
CT elbow findings may help predict lameness in pet pigs
A new JAVMA study links specific elbow CT changes with lameness in small-breed pigs.
Research
Dog UTI case points to underrecognized Escherichia marmotae
A canine UTI case report suggests some presumed E. coli infections may involve the emerging species Escherichia marmotae.
Research
Genomics study sharpens view of Carpathian water buffalo diversity
New genome-wide data from Hungary and Romania could help guide buffalo conservation and breeding strategy.
Research
Pronghorn study links nutrition and stress across reproductive stages
New research tracks how diet quality and stress markers shift in free-ranging female pronghorn.
Research
Study finds similar graft outcomes with VAC or standard bandaging
A JAVMA study of 125 dogs found no significant outcome difference between VAC and standard bandaging for free meshed skin grafts.
Welfare
Study highlights limits of China’s criminal protection for pets
A new paper finds China still relies on indirect criminal-law tools when companion animals are harmed.
Nutrition
Study links broccoli-tail extract to gut changes in Hu sheep
A new sheep study found broccoli-tail extract altered jejunal microbes, metabolites, and gene expression after 60 days.
Research
Study maps oxygen and ammonia demands in RAS-raised silverside
New research links fish size and stocking density to oxygen use and TAN output in pejerrey raised in recirculating systems.
Research
Study maps skin microarchitecture in Arabian carpetshark
A new histology study details region-specific skin structure in the Arabian carpetshark, adding baseline anatomy for an understudied elasmobranch.
Research
Study probes blood-based hypertension signals in aging giant pandas
An exploratory multi-omics study links hypertension in older giant pandas to blood-based molecular changes and levamlodipine response.
Welfare
Explosive-detection dogs take on World Cup crowds in North Texas
Specialized Vapor Wake dogs are helping protect World Cup fans in Arlington, highlighting both canine capability and working-dog welfare questions.
Industry
Matrix Partners wins Hermes awards for pet packaging design
Matrix Partners earned Platinum and Gold Hermes Creative Awards for Olive Pup and Natoo Pet Foods packaging.
Industry
Pimlico launches RAWR raw cat food brand in Australia
Pimlico’s new RAWR line brings premium raw cat food into Woolworths fridges across Australia.
Industry
Spoiled Pets lands two showcase spots at SUPERZOO 2026
Spoiled Pets will appear in both SUPERZOO 2026’s Emerging Brands Pavilion and New Product Showcase.
Research
Study identifies new Gongylonema species in exotic mammals
Researchers described a new Gongylonema species and found zoonotic G. pulchrum in a Barbary macaque.
Research
Study links Slovak Paenibacillus larvae isolates to regional clusters
A new study found low-diversity Slovak P. larvae isolates clustered by region, with implications for American foulbrood surveillance.
Industry
Why continuity planning matters during a veterinary renovation
Renovating while staying open can protect revenue and care access, but only with disciplined phasing and communication.
Industry
Zoetis wins EU authorization for Poulvac Procerta HVT-ND
The European Commission authorized Zoetis’ poultry vaccine for Newcastle and Marek’s disease in chickens.
Outbreaks
Global review finds camel nasal bot fly burden remains high
A new meta-analysis estimates 67% pooled prevalence of Cephalopina titillator infestation in camels worldwide.
Drugs
Green tea compound shows promise against Trueperella pyogenes
A new study found EGCG inhibited T. pyogenes growth and pyolysin expression in preclinical testing.
Nutrition
Pet Honesty expands feline wellness with Cat Squeezables
Pet Honesty has launched eight lickable cat supplement formulas aimed at improving feline compliance and daily wellness routines.
Research
Study links Toxoplasma genotypes to brain lesions in striped dolphins
Southern Italy researchers found Toxoplasma gondii in 12 stranded striped dolphins, all with evidence pointing to marine spillover.
Industry
Zoomark, Petzoo Eurasia plan new Turkey pet trade show for 2028
The partners behind Zoomark and Petzoo Eurasia say they’ll launch a new pet industry show in Turkey starting in 2028.
Industry
Why switching veterinary PIMS may be less daunting than it seems
Practices still fear software migration, but industry guidance suggests the bigger risk may be staying with a limiting system.
Research
Review examines four alternatives for hatching egg sanitation
A new review assesses UV, hydrogen peroxide, peracetic acid, and ozone for hatching egg sanitation.
Welfare
Study adds evidence for mixed group housing of stallions, geldings
A new equine study found stallions and geldings in group housing showed no observed injuries or movement differences.
Research
Study aims to standardize supraspinatus tendon ultrasound in dogs
New research offers a quantitative ultrasound protocol for the supraspinatus insertion tendon in non-lame dogs.
Nutrition
Study examines choline’s role in late-laying hen liver health
A new study explores whether added choline helps older laying hens maintain performance and liver health through 100 weeks.
Research
Study links Y-linked gene signatures to ram testicular dysfunction
A new sheep study found Y-linked expression patterns that separate normal testicular maturation from dysfunctional states.
Research
Study maps a multi-epitope vaccine candidate for Rhodococcus equi
A new in-silico study proposes a vaccine candidate for Rhodococcus equi, but clinical validation is still ahead.
Research
Study probes host-directed role for Houttuynia in M. bovis pneumonia
A new in silico study suggests Houttuynia cordata may modulate host pathways in bovine Mycoplasma bovis pneumonia.
Industry
Agenda Health creates animal health role with Suscha hire
Agenda Health named Christopher Suscha managing director of animal health in a new expansion move.
Industry
COLLAR launches ultra-light WAUDOG Red Ball
Ukraine-based COLLAR has introduced a lightweight, floating WAUDOG ball as it expands its global play assortment.
Industry
Cornell spotlights donor behind $500,000 for canine cancer research
Cornell highlighted Tom Fiumarello’s fundraising as donor support continues to shape canine oncology research and care.
Welfare
Croatia apartment pony story highlights orphan foal care tradeoffs
A rescued pony in a Croatian apartment has drawn attention, but the bigger story is intensive orphan foal care.
Workforce
Equus spotlights Al Dunning on improving horse transitions
A new protected Equus video features Al Dunning teaching smoother gait transitions and collected lope work.
Research
Study suggests ocular thermography may aid canine temperature screening
A new study found ocular thermography and rectal thermometry had similar diagnostic performance in shelter dogs.
Workforce
Study examines how pet parents use incidental health info online
A new study finds pet parents are more likely to use incidental health content when quality, clarity, and literacy align.
Research
Texas A&M study links excess RNA to cellular energy loss
Texas A&M researchers say excess RNA can impair mitochondria, with implications for viral disease and RNA-based therapeutics.
Regulation
Food and ag groups push USMCA renewal as review turns uncertain
Trade groups want USMCA renewed, but the U.S. move to annual reviews adds new uncertainty for feed and pet food supply chains.
Research
Study maps limb-specific cushioning in German Shepherd dogs
A new Frontiers study links forelimb and hindlimb impact strategies to injury risk in German Shepherd dogs.
Research
Pet dogs help refine targeted cytokine strategies in cancer
A new review highlights how tumor-targeted cytokine delivery in dogs could advance cancer care for pets and people.
Research
How HOD and panosteitis differ in young dogs
A fresh review highlights how two common causes of puppy lameness differ in age, severity, imaging, and clinical management.
Research
Benign nodal epithelial inclusions may mimic metastasis in macaques
A new cynomolgus monkey case report highlights a rare lymph node finding that can be mistaken for metastatic disease.
Nutrition
Goat rumen-derived bacteria show early probiotic potential
New goat research suggests rumen-derived bacterial isolates may shift fermentation in useful ways, but in vivo validation is still needed.
Research
Rat study links psychological stress to ovarian changes
A new rat study found repeated psychological stress altered ovarian markers, while CoQ10 showed only partial protective effects.
Nutrition
Study compares tannic acid formulations in yellow-feathered broilers
A new broiler study suggests tannic acid formulation may shape gut effects more than growth outcomes.
Research
Study links hepatic PPARD expression to marbling in beef cattle
A new Animals study suggests liver PPARD signaling may be associated with higher marbling grades in Wagyu × Angus crossbreds.
Research
Study spotlights transoral surgery for laryngeal paralysis in cats
A small feline case series suggests transoral partial arytenoidectomy may be a useful emergency option.
Research
Study suggests dogs favor grass over artificial turf
A small new study found dogs spent more time on grass-based surfaces, while artificial turf ran markedly hotter.
Research
Study tests AI-assisted 3D modeling for ovine brain anatomy
A new study suggests AI-supported 3D modeling may complement traditional sheep brain anatomy methods.
Industry
Ark Naturals refreshes brand to sharpen oral health message
Ark Naturals updated its packaging and website to better highlight the science and benefits behind its oral care products.
Regulation
NARA presses USTR on China testing barriers for rendered exports
NARA asked USTR to address disputed Salmonella testing on U.S. rendered protein exports entering China.
Outbreaks
Nebraska horse tests positive for EHV-1 after Iowa sale
A Douglas County horse tested positive for EHV-1 after being purchased at an Iowa sale and transported to Nebraska.
Research
Portable imaging camera gets first veterinary use in hyperthyroid cats
A human medical imaging camera was used in Greece to perform thyroid scintigraphy in eight cats with suspected hyperthyroidism.
Outbreaks
Strangles case confirmed in Spokane County, Washington
A confirmed Spokane County strangles case includes one suspected carrier, raising biosecurity concerns for local equine practices.
Research
Clinician’s Brief revisits RAAS suppression with Dr. Luther
A new Clinician’s Brief podcast highlights evolving use of RAAS-suppressing drugs in dogs and cats.
Research
Correction updates corresponding author on felid eye study
A BMC Veterinary Research correction adds a missing corresponding author to a 2026 paper on felid eye morphology.
Workforce
Dr. Lindsey Kock’s career pivot reflects a wider vet workforce shift
A Vet Life Reimagined profile tracks how Dr. Lindsey Kock moved from mixed practice into genomics, education, and consulting.
Research
New closed-tube LAMP assay targets rapid FHV-1 detection
A new study describes a 40-minute closed-tube LAMP assay for feline herpesvirus-1 with visual and fluorescent readouts.
Nutrition
Compound feed additive shows promise for tilapia stress tolerance
A new Animals study links a six-ingredient feed additive to better saline–alkaline stress tolerance in Nile tilapia.
Nutrition
Study links ration balance and allicin to N use in beef bulls
A new cattle nutrition study found higher NFC/NDF increased nitrogen excretion, while allicin improved nitrogen digestibility.
Research
Study maps sex-specific heat stress responses in tongue sole
A new multi-omics study found female and male tongue sole respond differently to chronic heat stress.
Regulation
USDA pushes to expand grazing on National Forest lands
USDA’s new grazing directive could reshape herd movement, wildfire planning, and ranch operations on federal lands.
Recalls
Abruzzo study maps a decade of animal poisoning cases
A new Italy study found more than half of suspected animal poisoning cases in Abruzzo were confirmed over a 10-year period.
Nutrition
Study links feed efficiency in beef cattle to metabolism and microbiota
A new cattle study ties feed-to-gain differences on low-energy diets to metabolic, microbial, and thyroid-related signals.
Research
Study links honey bee antenna receptors to pollen preferences
New transcriptome data suggest gustatory receptors may help honey bees distinguish among pollen sources.
Research
Zooplankton shifts offer an early read on reservoir restoration
A new study tracks how zooplankton communities changed during early restoration in Jiangsu’s Shilianghe Reservoir.
Research
New paper puts FOXL2 back in focus for canine XX DSD
A new review argues FOXL2 may be an overlooked candidate gene in SRY-negative canine XX DSD, especially in French Bulldogs.
Research
New review says liver fluke models need stronger animal data
A new review finds liver fluke models often underplay animal reservoirs, limiting One Health control planning.
Research
When a colicking horse can lie down while waiting for the vet
New guidance says calm horses with colic may rest, while violent rolling and persistent pain remain urgent red flags.
Research
Retroviral envelope review highlights immunosuppression pathway
A new review links retroviral transmembrane envelope proteins to immune dysfunction in FeLV, KoRV, and other infections.
Research
First reported mammary neuroendocrine tumor described in a mare
A new case report suggests mammary neuroendocrine tumor should be added to the differential list for mares with mastitis-like mammary lesions.
Research
Beluga pregnancy study tracks parturition signals over 25 years
A new beluga study suggests multimodal monitoring may improve late-gestation planning and neonatal readiness.
Drugs
New pig PK study sharpens the picture for matrine
A new swine PK paper adds IV and oral data for matrine, a plant-derived compound under study for enteric anti-infective use.
Drugs
Rat study links protective autophagy to cadmium liver injury
A new Frontiers study suggests autophagy may help limit cadmium-induced liver injury in rats.
Research
Review spotlights mitochondria in layer chicken bone health
A new review argues osteoclast mitochondrial metabolism may be a missing link in layer bone disease.
Research
Sheep TERT variants emerge as possible markers for wool traits
A new sheep genetics study links TERT variation to wool traits, adding another candidate marker for fleece-focused breeding.
Outbreaks
Study supports broader lab use of gyrA PCR for canine Campylobacter
A multi-lab study found gyrA PCR can improve detection of Campylobacter jejuni in canine fecal samples.
Research
Study evaluates 9-minute flow-immunosensor for canine CRP
A new study found a faster canine CRP flow-immunosensor tracked closely with a comparative assay and held up against common interferents.
Research
Study examines how two invasive tilapia coexist in China reservoir
A new study explores the reproductive traits behind coexistence of two invasive tilapia species in Jinghong Reservoir.
Research
Study links feeding system to muscle metabolism in Tibetan sheep
A new study found grazing and house-feeding produce different muscle metabolic and meat-quality profiles in Tibetan sheep.
Welfare
Study links human–pet bond to lower relinquishment risk
A new Frontiers study says the human–pet bond may reduce relinquishment by strengthening empathy and responsibility.
Nutrition
Study points to lower-dose nano vitamin D3 benefits in broilers
A new broiler study found low-dose nano vitamin D3 improved growth, bone traits, and gut microbial profiles.
Industry
Why price and value aren't the same in veterinary care
A new commentary argues that veterinary fees tell only part of the story, as practices face fresh pressure on value and transparency.
Research
Correction updates avian neurosurgery anesthesia paper
A correction fixes reporting details in a Svalbard rock ptarmigan anesthesia and analgesia study.
Industry
June’s top pet food headlines point to fresh, functional growth
June’s biggest pet food stories centered on fresh formats, oral health, and premium nutrition positioning.
Workforce
What Dr. Ernie Ward’s CT podcast signals for general practice
A new VETgirl podcast highlights how CT is becoming more feasible for some general veterinary practices.
Outbreaks
Santa Catarina cat case expands Brazil’s lagochilascariosis map
A new review reports Santa Catarina’s first known domestic cat case of Lagochilascaris minor in Brazil.
Welfare
Brucella canis treatment debate sharpens ethical fault lines
A new commentary argues against blanket euthanasia for dogs with Brucella canis, reopening hard questions for veterinary teams.
Nutrition
Avian L. reuteri strains show promise, but raise AMR questions
Two broiler-derived L. reuteri strains inhibited key pathogens and produced folate, but both also carried a tetracycline resistance signal.
Research
Chimpanzees point researchers to a non-native bioactive plant
A new Animals study links selective chimpanzee feeding in Uganda to the discovery of a non-native plant with bioactive compounds.
Research
Chromosome-level frog genome adds tool for breeding research
A new Dybowski’s frog genome could support breeding, sex-determination, and conservation research.
Research
New bat brain cell models could expand One Health research
Researchers established primary and immortalized brain cell models from Savi’s pipistrelle, a European bat species.
Outbreaks
New spike-based ELISA aims to sharpen PEDV surveillance
A new PEDV indirect ELISA showed strong agreement with neutralization testing and was applied to 1,629 field samples.
Research
Pigeon flight study tracks brain-network shifts during homing
Researchers linked GPS-defined homing stages with changing brain-network patterns in freely flying pigeons.
Nutrition
RNA-seq study links starter feeding to rumen development in yak calves
New yak calf data suggest concentrate starters may shape rumen development, immunity, and growth before weaning.
Outbreaks
Study finds multidrug-resistant E. coli in healthy dogs in Thailand
A 2026 study found healthy dogs in Thailand carried multidrug-resistant E. coli, adding to One Health concerns about silent AMR reservoirs.
Research
Study links chronic hypoxia to persistent gill inflammation in salmon
A new Atlantic salmon study found chronic hypoxia triggered unresolved gill inflammation, while cyclic hypoxia showed a more adaptive response.
Nutrition
Study links hydrogen-rich water to fish immune and gut changes
A new snakehead study suggests hydrogen-rich water may affect antioxidant activity, immune signaling, and gut microbiota.
Research
Study revisits Laizhou Bay crab stock and flags overfishing legacy
A new assessment says Laizhou Bay’s swimming crab stock still reflects the effects of historical overfishing.
Research
Study spotlights C. perfringens type B in diarrheic goat kids
A new study from Inner Mongolia found C. perfringens was the top bacterial detection in diarrheic neonatal dairy goat kids.
Research
Zebrafish study links slc6a4a loss to copper-driven retinal defects
A new zebrafish paper ties serotonin transporter deficiency to copper buildup, retinal injury, and partial rescue with copper-targeted interventions.
Workforce
AVMA spotlights early-career paths in organized veterinary medicine
A new My Veterinary Life episode highlights how Dr. Sara Verghis found leadership opportunities through organized veterinary medicine.
Industry
IQI names Alana Brown sales manager for North America
IQI added Alana Brown to its North American sales team as it expands regional commercial coverage.
Welfare
Nebraska Humane Society turns alumni reunion into outreach tool
An Omaha reunion for former shelter dogs highlights how shelters are blending fundraising, adoption storytelling, and community engagement.
Research
BOAS review sharpens focus on grading, timing, and risk
A new BOAS review highlights functional grading, earlier intervention, and the stakes for brachycephalic patients.
Research
New review maps the clinical future of olfaction-based diagnostics
A new Talanta review says smell-based diagnostics are gaining momentum, but validation remains the key hurdle.
Research
Study supports hormone-based foal grafting in nurse mares
A 140-case study found medical induction of maternal behavior succeeded in 71% of mares undergoing foal grafting.
Research
Validated score could sharpen tracking of equine IBH severity
A new JVIM study validates a reproducible scoring tool for insect bite hypersensitivity in horses.
Research
Feline Addison’s disease review urges earlier suspicion in cats
A new review says feline hypoadrenocorticism is easy to miss, especially in cats with vague GI signs or shock.
Research
Case report links diet response to disseminated eosinophilia in dog
A JVIM case report describes a young Border terrier with disseminated eosinophilia that improved with dietary management.
Research
Case report links fatal giraffe thyroiditis to C. perfringens
A new case report describes fatal acute thyroiditis tied to Clostridium perfringens type A in a captive giraffe.
Research
Review updates clinical management of testicular tumors in dogs
A new review highlights endocrine risk, surgical decision-making, and follow-up in canine testicular tumors.
Nutrition
Study links honeycomb feed additive to improved laying hen output
A new Animals study suggests honeycomb may support egg production by improving ovarian function and yolk precursor synthesis.
Research
Study links spot urinary electrolytes to CHF hospitalization in dogs
A new AJVR study suggests spot urinary electrolytes may help predict decongestion and hospital stay in dogs with acute CHF from MMVD.
Research
Study maps how European perch respond to acute heat stress
New research links acute heat stress in European perch to coordinated metabolic and transcriptomic responses.
Research
Study proposes new name for a common canine gingival lesion
A Veterinary Pathology study argues FEPLO/POF is hyperplastic, not neoplastic, and proposes a unifying new term.
Industry
Australia vets track Qwoll launch and expanding H5 bird flu watch
A new platform for independent vets arrives as Australia responds to confirmed H5 detections in wild seabirds.
Industry
Farm to Pet turns to crowdfunding to finance next growth phase
Farm to Pet launched its first StartEngine Reg CF campaign as the pet treat company looks to expand capacity and distribution.
Industry
Umios buys majority stake in Malaysia’s Pet World International
Umios is acquiring 51% of Pet World International to expand its pet food footprint in Southeast Asia.
Outbreaks
Atypical multidrug-resistant APP serotype 1 reported in China
Researchers in China identified an unusual multidrug-resistant APP serotype 1 strain tied to a high-mortality swine respiratory outbreak.
Outbreaks
Study points to better sampling for hedgehog ringworm surveillance
A new study found interdental brushes outperformed other non-invasive methods for detecting zoonotic Trichophyton erinacei in pet hedgehogs.
Research
Review spotlights umbilical vein marsupialization in foals
A new review summarizes when and how umbilical vein marsupialization may help foals with advanced omphalophlebitis.
Research
Study finds intra-articular lidocaine cuts rescue opioid use in dogs
A Frontiers trial found intra-articular lidocaine reduced intraoperative rescue analgesia during canine shoulder arthroscopy.
Workforce
Nebraska climbs to No. 40 globally in agriculture rankings
The University of Nebraska–Lincoln moved into the top 9% worldwide for agriculture and natural resources.
Research
European bison study sets serum electrophoresis baselines
Researchers established the first serum protein electrophoresis reference intervals for European bison and found AGE and CZE results shouldn't be used interchangeably.
Nutrition
Fermented discarded dates draw interest as a poultry feed ingredient
A new study explores whether fermented discarded dates can improve broiler meat quality while turning agricultural waste into feed.
Outbreaks
Seafood-derived Vibrio fluvialis found with dual resistance islands
A new study links seafood-derived Vibrio fluvialis to an NDM-1-bearing SGI1 variant and a second novel resistance island.
Research
Spontaneous rhabdomyosarcomas reported in Dmdmdx rats
A new report adds spontaneous rhabdomyosarcoma to the lesion profile of Duchenne muscular dystrophy rats.
Drugs
Study examines IM rasburicase for uric acid control in ball pythons
A new ball python study suggests IM rasburicase may lower uric acid, with implications for reptile diagnostics and gout management.
Research
Study maps skull changes behind Persian cat brachycephalic disorders
A new skull study adds anatomical evidence linking Persian cat brachycephaly to respiratory, eye, and dental disease.
Drugs
Study supports 7-day protection for Vanguard B Oral in dogs
A new AJVR study found Vanguard B Oral protected dogs against Bordetella challenge 7 days after vaccination.
Industry
BHJ USA adds Austin Cole in new procurement manager role
BHJ USA named Austin Cole procurement manager as it expands its pet food ingredient business.
Nutrition
Corbion updates LCA for algae-derived DHA portfolio
Corbion says its updated LCA shows lower climate and water impacts for algae-derived DHA used in pet food.
Workforce
Ohio veterinarian’s 54-year career spotlights rural workforce reality
A Lorain graduate’s long career in Greenwich, Ohio, highlights the staying power, and succession risk, of community veterinary practice.
Research
Texas A&M study tests free-flight training for confiscated parrots
Texas A&M researchers report promising one-year outcomes for confiscated parrots prepared for release with free-flight training.
Nutrition
Study links dietary MDA to oxidative stress and color changes in catfish
A new study suggests oxidized feed byproducts may impair immunity, antioxidant defenses, and body color in channel catfish.
Research
Study details female round goby spawning in Lake Michigan
New research links spawning peaks in female round gobies to temperature and GSI in southwestern Lake Michigan.
Research
Study finds IMUs track equine spinal motion like motion capture
A new AJVR study suggests IMUs may offer a practical alternative to motion capture for measuring spinal angular velocities in horses.
Research
Study tests donkey milk against drug-resistant Gram-negative isolates
A new Animals study explores whether raw and pasteurized donkey milk can inhibit resistant Gram-negative bacteria.
Research
Frontiers corrects funding disclosure in goat IGF-1 oocyte study
A Frontiers correction updates funding disclosures for a goat oocyte maturation study without changing the underlying findings.
Industry
Oma’s Pride expands South-Central reach through ADMC deal
Oma’s Pride has partnered with ADMC to expand raw pet food distribution in Texas and the South-Central US.
Workforce
Purina Institute summit puts preventive care at center stage
Purina Institute’s 2026 global summit focused on turning preventive care science into practical tools for veterinary teams.
Nutrition
Soaking horse hay can cut sugars, but it also strips nutrients
Soaked hay may help horses with EMS, but experts say it can also reduce protein, minerals, and energy.
Workforce
Justine Lee steps back as VETgirl enters its next chapter
Dr. Justine Lee is retiring from VETgirl leadership, with co-founder Dr. Garret Pachtinger taking the baton.
Regulation
Dr. Kate Elden pushes hybrid future for veterinary telemedicine
Dutch CMO Dr. Kate Elden is promoting telemedicine as a complement to in-person veterinary care amid shifting state rules.
Research
New case report flags rare congenital tibial lesion in alpaca crias
A Frontiers case report describes two alpaca crias with congenital caudal tibial curvature and focal osteosclerotic change.
Workforce
Midwestern pauses proposed Chicago veterinary college
Midwestern University has stopped work on its proposed Illinois veterinary college after a strategic review.
Research
Study links L-arginine to heat-stress protection in bovine neutrophils
New in vitro research suggests L-arginine may reduce heat-stress damage and apoptosis in bovine neutrophils.
Research
Study maps middle-ear ossicle development in late-gestation dogs
A new canine fetal anatomy study shows the middle-ear ossicles are present before birth but still actively ossifying.
Research
Heat appears to amplify cadmium stress in peanut worm study
A new Animals study suggests warming can worsen cadmium toxicity in Sipunculus nudus.
Regulation
Nigeria study finds drug storage gaps in veterinary clinics
A study in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory found many veterinary clinics lacked temperature monitoring for drug storage.
Nutrition
Seaweed polysaccharides show immune potential in blunt snout bream
A new study suggests fucoidan and laminarin may help juvenile blunt snout bream withstand bacterial challenge.
Nutrition
Study links Wedelia chinensis extract to tilapia health gains
A new tilapia nutrition study points to growth, antioxidant, and innate immunity benefits from Wedelia chinensis extract.
Research
Study maps heat-tolerance genes in red swamp crayfish
New transcriptome research links neural gene networks to thermal tolerance in red swamp crayfish.
Research
Study validates DHEA and DHEA-S assays in broiler plasma
A new broiler study tests immunoassays for DHEA and DHEA-S, laying groundwork for future poultry biomarker research.
Research
Warsaw toad study probes genetic effects of urban fragmentation
A new common toad study adds fresh evidence to the debate over how cities reshape amphibian genetic health.
Workforce
Tufts honors 2026 veterinary interns and residents
Tufts recognized 23 interns and 15 residents at its annual house officers graduation on June 26.
Research
Study links sensor data with ketosis risk in transition dairy cows
A Northern Mexico study adds evidence that rumination, activity, and milk metrics may help flag ketosis in fresh dairy cows.
Outbreaks
Study tracks Eustrongylides risk in alpine freshwater fish
A new fish parasitology study maps seasonal Eustrongylides infection patterns in Triplophysa strauchii.
Research
Systematic review examines large-animal BRONJ models
A new review outlines how zoledronate-based non-rodent models may better reproduce stage 2 jaw osteonecrosis.
Recalls
Nanoplastic study links longer exposure to crayfish gut and organ harm
A new study found time-dependent nanoplastic accumulation and health effects in redclaw crayfish.
Research
New chromosome-level genome map published for Sinotaia angularis
A new genome assembly gives researchers a stronger reference for studying Sinotaia angularis and its role in aquatic and parasite ecology.
Nutrition
Study links Artemisia feed supplement to healthier goat meat fats
A new study suggests Artemisia ordosica may boost n-3 fatty acids in cashmere goat meat.
Research
Terrier behavior study links working activities to lower fear scores
A new C-BARQ study found terriers in breed-specific activities showed different fear and aggression patterns.
Research
Case report links juvenile cat myocardial injury to thromboembolism
A new feline case report highlights arterial thromboembolism risk in a 7-month-old cat with acute myocardial injury.
Recalls
Bedinvetmab safety debate sharpens around joint injury reports
A JAVMA report raises new concern that bedinvetmab may be tied to rapidly progressive osteoarthritis in some dogs.
Welfare
Camel safety moves up the agenda for North American vets
A new dvm360 article highlights why treating camels safely requires species-specific planning in North America.
Workforce
Cornell spotlights QCD-funded scholarship for veterinary students
A Cornell alum used an IRA charitable distribution to create scholarship support for veterinary students.
Outbreaks
Maryland stallion tests positive for strangles
A confirmed strangles case in Calvert County, Maryland, has exposed 20 horses and raised fresh biosecurity concerns.
Nutrition
Review highlights organic acids’ growing role in rabbit nutrition
A new review examines how organic acids may support rabbit gut health, immunity, and sustainable production.
Research
Study maps cold-stress response in Luciobarbus capito
A new multi-omics study links cold stress in L. capito to oxidative imbalance, gut dysbiosis, and liver metabolic disruption.
Outbreaks
Study ties pollen beetle ingestion to fatal enteric disease
A Veterinary Pathology study adds evidence that Astylus atromaculatus can cause rapid, fatal enteric disease after ingestion.
Outbreaks
Turkish study maps bovine kobuvirus diversity in diarrheic calves
A new study found bovine kobuvirus in nearly 26% of sampled calf feces in Türkiye, all from diarrheic calves under 30 days old.
Research
First reported trichilemmal carcinoma described in a giant panda
A case report details a rare scrotal skin tumor in a captive male giant panda, treated with local resection and no reported recurrence.
Industry
PetVivo moves to acquire PiezoBioMembrane in biomaterials push
PetVivo plans to buy PiezoBioMembrane, adding piezoelectric biomaterials to its regenerative medicine pipeline.
Research
Pomeranian pilot study finds no BAER hearing gap with CM
An accepted Frontiers pilot study found no significant BAER latency differences in Pomeranians with versus without Chiari-like malformation.
Industry
Tombot raises $7 million to scale robotic companion launch
Tombot closed a $7 million Series A3 round and plans to launch its robotic dog Jennie in Fall 2026.
Workforce
Equine IV catheter guide highlights technician role
A new peer-reviewed guide outlines equine IV catheter placement and reinforces the role of credentialed technicians.
Research
Avian yeast study highlights limits of routine ID methods
A new avian yeast study found routine identification methods can diverge from sequencing results.
Research
GWAS study maps growth-linked loci in topmouth culter
A new resequencing-based GWAS identifies growth-linked loci in topmouth culter, with implications for molecular breeding.
Research
Mouse study advances live-attenuated toxoplasmosis vaccine research
A new mouse study suggests the gene-edited PruΔgra47 strain may protect against acute and chronic toxoplasmosis.
Research
Review spotlights glycine’s emerging role in livestock fertility
A new review suggests glycine may support oocyte and embryo development, but field-ready evidence is still limited.
Research
Study compares reproductive traits in Algerian and NZW rabbit bucks
A new rabbit reproduction study examines libido, semen traits, and environmental effects in local Algerian and New Zealand White bucks.
Research
Study flags recombinant porcine sapelovirus with neuroinvasive signs
Chinese researchers report a recombinant porcine sapelovirus linked to severe diarrhea, neurologic signs, and brain tissue detection.
Nutrition
Reduced-protein layer diets improved digestibility, with enzyme caveats
A new layer study found reduced-protein diets improved nutrient use and lowered protein excretion, but some enzyme rates hurt egg outcomes.
Research
Swimming crab study links body size to juvenile male aggression
New research suggests body size helps shape aggressive contests in juvenile male swimming crabs.
Workforce
AMC celebrates graduation of new veterinary professionals
Schwarzman Animal Medical Center honored more than 50 interns and residents at its latest graduation ceremony in New York.
Workforce
Kate Creevy to receive 2026 AVMA canine research career award
Texas A&M’s Kate Creevy will receive the 2026 AVMA award for long-term contributions to canine aging research.
Recalls
Maine ER vets flag xylitol, inhaler, and quill hazards
A Maine emergency clinic is warning pet parents about rising xylitol, inhaler, and porcupine quill cases this season.
Welfare
Mets foundation introduces future service dog named for Howie Rose
The Amazin’ Mets Foundation and America’s VetDogs introduced a future service dog honoring broadcaster Howie Rose.
Research
PetMD spotlights ileus in cats as a GI emergency
A new PetMD article reviews causes, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of ileus in cats.
Research
Review links microplastics and bisphenols in male infertility
A new review suggests microplastics may carry bisphenols into the male reproductive system and worsen fertility risks.
Industry
Smart financing gets a closer look in veterinary practice growth
A dvm360 podcast examines how financing and leasing can help clinics modernize without draining cash flow.
Outbreaks
Tularemia detection in Larimer County prompts summer risk alert
Larimer County confirmed tularemia in a dead rabbit, renewing warnings for veterinary teams and pet parents.
Industry
Woof Gang adds Great Hill to fund franchise expansion
Woof Gang brought in Great Hill Partners to support franchise growth, new markets, and digital marketing.
Nutrition
Momentum launches #ShowUsYourEars summer dog treat campaign
Momentum is using a summer social campaign to spotlight pig ear chews and deepen retailer and pet parent engagement.
Nutrition
Plant extract blend shows promise in fish health, strep resistance
A four-plant feed additive improved gut-liver health and post-challenge survival in Acrossocheilus fasciatus.
Workforce
Study maps how vets navigate care and business pressures
A new study identifies three professional identity paths veterinarians use to manage the tension between care and clinic economics.
Industry
Whole Dog Journal spotlights dog nail grinders in new roundup
A new Whole Dog Journal roundup could shape which nail grinders pet parents bring into veterinary conversations.
Research
Open-source 3D CT workflow targets canine cranial trauma
A new study shows how free software can turn canine CT scans into 3D models for trauma assessment.
Research
eDNA study sharpens monitoring of endangered Qinling lenok
A new study found eDNA-qPCR detected endangered Qinling lenok more often than conventional trapping in the Zhouzhi Heihe River.
Research
Handling acclimation may improve timed AI results in beef heifers
A new study links handling acclimation during CO-Synch + CIDR to calmer heifers and better timed AI outcomes.
Outbreaks
New Jersey horse quarantined after EHV-1 case in Burlington County
An 18-year-old Oldenburg gelding in New Jersey tested positive for EHV-1, with 18 exposed horses now under quarantine.
Research
Penn Vet studies link X chromosome silencing to lupus risk
New Penn Vet research suggests failures in X chromosome silencing in B cells may help drive female-biased autoimmunity.
Research
Polish study probes ACE variant in Cavaliers with MMVD
A new study examines whether an ACE variant changes MMVD risk or course in Polish Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.
Industry
Springland lands nationwide Target launch for dog accessories
Springland, formerly Springer Pets, will bring three dog products to Target stores and Target.com on July 5.
Research
Study validates RT-qPCR reference genes in rhesus macaque blood
A new Animals paper identifies stable housekeeping genes for blood-based RT-qPCR in rhesus macaques.
Industry
Sportsman’s Pride Field Master expands into Rural King stores
Sunshine Mills is widening Field Master’s reach through Rural King, adding scale in a key rural retail channel.
Welfare
Review highlights evidence gap on sunscreen safety in pets
A new review says UV-linked skin cancer in pets is real, but safe sunscreen guidance still lags behind clinical need.
Research
First anatomy map gives mealworm diagnostics a veterinary foothold
Université de Montréal researchers published the first dissection guide for adult yellow mealworms, aiming to strengthen insect disease detection.
Research
Carbonate alkalinity stress injures mitten crab hepatopancreas
A new study links carbonate alkalinity stress in Chinese mitten crab to hepatopancreas injury and inflammatory immune signaling.
Nutrition
Dietary nucleotides improve growth and gut health in swamp eel
A new study links dietary nucleotides with better growth, antioxidant status, and gut health in juvenile swamp eel.
Research
Fetal goat muscle atlas highlights multicellular control of myogenesis
A new single-cell study shows fetal goat muscle development depends on coordinated signaling across muscle, stromal, vascular, and immune cells.
Research
Rare feline lower-lip apocrine adenocarcinoma shows nodal spread
A new case report describes a rare feline lower-lip apocrine sweat gland adenocarcinoma with mandibular lymph node metastasis.
Nutrition
Study links Bacillus subtilis to better performance in GIFT tilapia
A new Animals study found Bacillus subtilis improved growth, gut health, and stress-related markers in juvenile GIFT tilapia.
Research
Study maps genetic diversity in vulnerable upper Yellow River fish
New research examines genetic diversity across 11 populations of Schizopygopsis pylzovi in the upper Yellow River.
Nutrition
Study probes sodium butyrate’s metabolic effects in tumbler pigeons
A new pigeon study suggests sodium butyrate can shift blood chemistry and metabolic pathways, adding species-specific data to avian nutrition research.
Research
Study tests cross-species SRY sexing in American mammals
A new Animals paper explores whether conserved SRY primers can help sex multiple Neotropical mammal species.
Research
Study tracks storage lesions in caprine blood products over 42 days
New AJVR research maps how goat whole blood and packed RBCs change during six weeks of refrigerated storage.
Research
Blood test study points to earlier clarity on canine splenic masses
A four-microRNA blood panel may help distinguish canine splenic hemangiosarcoma from benign splenic masses before surgery.
Research
Two new flea mitogenomes add to sparse vector genomics data
Researchers sequenced two Neopsylla flea mitogenomes, adding new data for phylogeny and species identification.
Research
Why Lawsonia intracellularis still matters in enteric disease
A long-studied pathogen still holds unanswered questions about how it drives proliferative enteropathy.
Industry
Dog Standards, Good Behaviour launch dairy-free dog ice cream
Dog Standards and Good Behaviour are launching a dairy-free frozen treat for dogs in Toronto on June 28.
Research
Million-year-old New Zealand cave fossils reset wildlife timeline
A newly described Waitomo cave fauna suggests major wildlife turnover in New Zealand long before humans arrived.
Research
New hair-shaft lesions described in northern elephant seals
A Veterinary Dermatology study identifies two novel hair lesions tied to dermatologic disease in northern elephant seals.
Nutrition
Pilot trial suggests Exclzyme Pet may aid dogs with arthritis
A small blinded trial found Exclzyme Pet improved lameness, pain scores, and CRP in dogs with osteoarthritis.
Research
Rare fallow deer case links uterine tumor, fetal remains, and microbiome
A new case report describes the first published uterine leiomyoma in a fallow deer, alongside retained fetal bones and altered uterine microbiota.
Nutrition
Turkey tail mushrooms draw interest, but evidence in dogs stays limited
Turkey tail mushrooms are trending in canine wellness, but the veterinary evidence remains narrow and nuanced.
Research
Tufts launches operational K-9 center with $4.9M grant
A new Tufts center will train clinicians, study injuries, and expand care for police working dogs.
Research
Study tracks chronic hormone patterns in SAR dog-handler teams
A new Animals study used hair testing to examine long-term cortisol and testosterone patterns in 60 SAR dog-handler teams.
Welfare
Five Provisions update brings welfare language in line with Five Domains
A new Animals paper revises key welfare terms to better align care planning with the modern Five Domains Model.
Research
Study links breeding goals, not just HSP70, to rooster heat tolerance
A new Taiwan study found native TLRI-09 roosters handled acute heat better than heavier commercial lines sharing the same HSP70 genotype.
Research
AI model aims to classify cat and dog emotions from vocalizations
A Frontiers study reports high accuracy for an AI model classifying cat and dog emotions from recorded vocalizations.
Workforce
VETgirl spotlights Dr. Sonya Gordon in sponsored podcast
A new VETgirl podcast pairs cardiology expertise from Dr. Sonya Gordon with sponsor support from Boehringer Ingelheim.
Research
Study flags dominant E198A mutation in resistant H. contortus
New data from northwestern China links benzimidazole resistance in H. contortus to dominant E198A and emerging co-selection.
Nutrition
Study maps cage versus free-range tradeoffs in yellow broilers
New research links broiler rearing system choice to growth, gut microbiota, and liver metabolism.
Nutrition
Broiler study links lysine and starch profile to gut health tradeoffs
A low-protein broiler study found lysine and starch structure can improve some gut markers while weakening others.
Research
Case report links oclacitinib to remission in rare canine NAA
Two dogs with nasal alar arteriopathy achieved initial remission with oclacitinib in a first-of-its-kind case report.
Research
New study tracks how Virginia’s reintroduced elk learned the landscape
A new paper examines how reintroduced elk in Virginia explored, settled, and what that means for long-term management.
Research
Prepartum immunotropic treatment shows promise for Holstein calves
A new study links maternal prepartum immunotropic treatment to better early growth and adaptation in Holstein calves.
Research
Study compares carcass and skeletal traits in Pekin, Muscovy ducks
A new Animals study found genotype-linked differences in carcass, meat quality, digestive, and leg bone traits in broiler ducks.
Research
Review spotlights dogs and cats in neuroendocrine oncology
A new review says companion-animal neuroendocrine tumors could inform both veterinary care and human cancer research.
Drugs
ProHeart 12 spotlights compliance in canine heartworm prevention
Zoetis is highlighting ProHeart 12’s single-dose, year-long heartworm protection for dogs.
Research
Review spotlights retinoic acid as a male fertility target
A new review links retinoic acid biology to male fertility, infertility research, and emerging nonhormonal contraceptives.
Workforce
Veterinary ultrasound: a practical guide
A practical, evergreen guide to veterinary ultrasound: how it works, clinical uses, point-of-care vs. comprehensive exams, training standards, costs, and ROI.
Outbreaks
Slovak study maps tapeworm spillover at the wildlife-dog interface
Molecular testing in Slovakia identified Taenia species in lynx, wolves, jackals, and a domestic dog.
Research
New Doginburgh test aims to standardize canine paw preference
University of Bari researchers developed a four-task tool to classify dogs’ paw preference more precisely.
Research
Study suggests pet dogs could aid spotted lanternfly detection
Virginia Tech researchers found trained pet dogs outperformed human searchers in vineyard tests for spotted lanternfly egg masses.
Outbreaks
Vietnam dog study sets baseline for Toxocara control
A new Vietnam study found high Toxocara prevalence in dogs, with deworming gaps and free roaming shaping risk.
Research
Study finds HFNOT lowers work of breathing in anesthetized dogs
A new AJVR study found HFNOT reduced work of breathing in anesthetized dogs without changing systemic oxygen delivery or consumption.
Research
Tufts validates low-cost in-house urine culture for canine UTI screening
Tufts at Tech says a simple in-house urine culture can help clinics rule out many canine UTIs at lower cost.
Welfare
Kosciuszko wild horse rebound renews pressure for control
Wild horse numbers in Kosciuszko National Park have risen again, reviving debate over culling, fertility control, and welfare oversight.
Research
Study examines desmopressin’s hemostatic effect in anesthetized dogs
A new study found DDAVP shortened buccal mucosal bleeding time in healthy anesthetized dogs.
Research
Review maps natural-product pathways for colitis research
A new Veterinary Sciences review outlines how natural products may target colitis pathways, while highlighting major translational gaps.
Research
Review highlights silk bioprinting’s promise for nerve repair
A new review examines silk-derived 3D-bioprinted scaffolds for neural repair, with promise tempered by major translational hurdles.
Regulation
Most Swedish veterinary complaints end without sanctions
A Sweden analysis found most veterinary complaints led to no sanctions, with communication and professionalism recurring alongside care concerns.
Nutrition
Dr. Pol brings non-prescription clinical dog food to Walmart
Dr. Pol’s new clinical nutrition line gives Walmart shoppers access to targeted dog diets without a prescription.
Outbreaks
Florida confirms strangles case at private Putnam County facility
One horse tested positive for strangles in Putnam County, Florida, and the quarantined facility has five exposed horses.
Welfare
Toronto airport spotlights rescue adoption with Dogs in Flight
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport is hosting a rescue-dog photo exhibit that ends with a May 20 adoption event.
Nutrition
What human-grade pet food does, and doesn’t, mean
Human-grade is a defined pet food claim, but it doesn’t guarantee better nutrition or better outcomes.
Research
AI model advances label-free bovine sperm morphology analysis
A Frontiers study reports 91.1% accuracy for AI-based bovine sperm morphology classification using label-free imaging flow cytometry.
Industry
Atomic Bubbles adds reusable retail displays in packaging push
Atomic Bubbles is introducing reusable retail displays as pet brands face growing pressure to cut packaging waste.
Industry
Bausch + Lomb launches Bi-Blade+ vitrectomy cutter in Europe
Bausch + Lomb has launched its Bi-Blade+ vitrectomy cutter in Europe on the Stellaris Elite platform.
Research
Post-foaling warning signs put focus on mare and foal triage
A new report outlines 10 emergencies after foaling and reinforces the narrow window for intervention.
Nutrition
Schisandrin B study links zebrafish gut changes to lower glucose stress
A newly accepted zebrafish study suggests schisandrin B may reduce diet-driven oxidative stress, inflammation, and tissue injury.
Outbreaks
Slovakia study links wildlife and dogs in tapeworm cycle
Molecular testing in Slovakia confirmed Taenia species in lynx, wolves, jackals, and domestic dogs.
Outbreaks
Study finds personal biosecurity gaps in Armenia and Moldova
Survey data found inconsistent PPE use and risky zoonotic exposure behaviors among livestock producers and veterinarians.
Workforce
Study links behavior profiles to assistance dog career outcomes
New research suggests behavior assessments may help match assistance dogs to roles they’re more likely to succeed in.
Research
Repeat shark parthenogenesis report adds to smooth-hound case
A new report adds another asexual birth event in common smooth-hound sharks, extending a rare reproductive pattern seen in captivity.
Outbreaks
Study examines curated footage as a biodiversity monitoring tool
A new Animals paper suggests curated footage could help fill gaps in biodiversity monitoring for conservation.
Drugs
Study examines extended-release buprenorphine in Amazon parrots
New AJVR research adds pharmacokinetic and body temperature data for extended-release lipid buprenorphine in Hispaniolan Amazon parrots.
Nutrition
Study links soybean oil diets to milk fat profile shifts
A small dairy cow study found soybean oil changed milk fatty acids more than milk output.
Research
Tahe red deer study points to genes linked with antler weight
New genomics research identifies candidate genes tied to antler weight in Tahe red deer, a breed valued for velvet production.
Research
Texas A&M spotlights early signs of fear and anxiety in dogs
A new Texas A&M Pet Talk article urges earlier recognition of subtle fear and anxiety signs in dogs.
Drugs
AAHA issues 2026 feline diabetes guidelines with new first-line shift
AAHA’s new feline diabetes guideline elevates SGLT2 inhibitors and moves away from routine in-hospital glucose curves.
Industry
Angelini Pharma strikes $4.1B deal for Catalyst
Angelini Pharma plans to buy Catalyst Pharmaceuticals in a cash deal that expands its rare disease and U.S. market reach.
Welfare
Best Friends says Idaho, Montana have reached no-kill status
Best Friends declared Idaho and Montana no-kill states, citing statewide shelter save rates above 90%.
Industry
Boss Nation expands specialty distribution through Phillips Pet
Boss Nation is widening its Phillips Pet partnership to reach more independent pet retailers.
Workforce
dvm360 podcast urges earlier mobility screening in aging pets
A new dvm360 podcast highlights proactive, multimodal mobility care for aging pets and earlier detection in practice.
Research
Equine colic guidance shifts from forced walking to safe monitoring
A new The Horse explainer says colicky horses can sometimes lie down safely while waiting for veterinary care.
Industry
General Mills promotes Dana McNabb to COO
Blue Buffalo’s parent company named Dana McNabb COO, expanding the pet leader’s influence across General Mills.
Drugs
GSK licenses Siran Bio’s SA030 in deal worth up to $1B
GSK paid $55 million upfront for ex-China rights to Siran Bio’s Phase 1 siRNA metabolic therapy SA030.
Regulation
HABRI launches housing coalition to push pet-inclusive policy
HABRI's Spring Policy Forum ended with a new coalition aimed at reducing housing barriers for pet parents.
Nutrition
Hill’s report puts evidence-based kitten care in focus
A new Hill’s report reframes kittenhood as a full-year pediatric window for nutrition, vaccination, and preventive care.
Nutrition
Horse gut supplements put evidence and expectations in focus
A sponsored Equus article highlights rising interest in equine gut supplements, but veterinarians still face mixed evidence and product variability.
Industry
Pet Flavors names Loïc Le Hir de Fallois interim CEO
Pet Flavors appointed animal health R&D veteran Loïc Le Hir de Fallois as interim CEO, effective May 6, 2026.
Industry
PIN Growth Summit 2026 pitches practical playbook for pet businesses
Pet Industry Network’s June virtual summit aims to help pet businesses improve growth, retention, and operations.
Industry
Quality Marine reports first aquacultured Black Longnose Tang
Quality Marine says it has cultured the first Black Longnose Tang, extending its push into hard-to-breed marine ornamentals.
Industry
Roche moves to buy PathAI in $1.05B digital pathology deal
Roche plans to acquire PathAI, deepening its push into AI-enabled digital pathology and companion diagnostics.
Industry
Trupanion grows Q1 revenue as Lemonade pet tops $500M
Trupanion posted 12% Q1 revenue growth, while Lemonade said pet became its largest line after surpassing $500M in in-force premium.
Research
Upper airway disorders stay front and center in equine practice
A new Disease Du Jour episode highlights how equine vets approach upper airway disorders, diagnosis, and management.
Industry
Vamoosh wins King’s Award for international trade
Vamoosh’s latest UK business honor highlights export growth in the pet household-cleaning category.
Industry
Waiv joins Daiichi Sankyo’s push into AI biomarker discovery
Waiv will use digital pathology AI to help Daiichi Sankyo identify response biomarkers for an ADC program.
Regulation
Why the old VCPR playbook no longer fits practice
California and Florida have changed VCPR rules, reshaping telehealth and refill decisions for veterinarians.
Research
Chicken study advances base editing in primordial germ cells
A new paper reports efficient cytosine base editing of AR and DMRT1 in chicken cells and primordial germ cells.
Research
Dog odor at home can signal more than a cleaning problem
A new consumer article on dog smells highlights a broader veterinary point: persistent odor may reflect dental, skin, ear, or anal sac disease.
Nutrition
Insect meals tested as maize silage supplements for waterfowl feed
A new Animals study explores black soldier fly and mealworm meals in maize silage, with attention to nutrients, microbes, and mycotoxins.
Workforce
2026 World Pediatrics Conference set for October in Osaka
A hybrid pediatric conference is scheduled for October 5-6, 2026, in Osaka, with broad child health and neonatology themes.
Research
Alebund completes enrollment in Phase III AP301 trial
Alebund says its global Phase III RESPOND-2 study of AP301 for hyperphosphatemia is now fully enrolled.
Industry
Bayer bets on ophthalmology with Perfuse buy
Bayer plans to acquire Perfuse Therapeutics for up to $2.45 billion, centered on Phase II eye therapy PER-001.
Drugs
Bimeda launches first FDA-approved generic omeprazole for horses
Bimeda’s Gastrobim is now available in the U.S. as the first FDA-approved bioequivalent to GastroGard for equine gastric ulcers.
Industry
Bimini Pet Health expands Topeka facility to boost capacity
Bimini Pet Health opened a Topeka expansion aimed at increasing manufacturing capacity, improving efficiency, and supporting future hiring.
Research
Dog odor stories can double as an early clinical warning
A new consumer article on dog smells highlights how odor complaints can signal skin, dental, or urinary disease.
Research
EVJ podcast spotlights smartphone gait analysis and equine biomarkers
A new EVJ podcast highlights research on smartphone gait analysis and proteomic biomarkers in racehorses.
Nutrition
Interzoo 2026 opens in Nuremberg with focus on pet food and sustainability
Interzoo 2026 runs May 12-15 in Nuremberg, with pet food and sustainability events leading into the show.
Industry
Madrigal licenses Arrowhead’s ARO-PNPLA3 in MASH deal
Madrigal licensed Arrowhead’s ARO-PNPLA3, adding a precision siRNA asset to its growing MASH pipeline.
Industry
Missed charges put clinic workflow and trust under scrutiny
A new Veterinary Viewfinder episode highlights how missed charges can expose workflow gaps, revenue leakage, and client trust risks.
Nutrition
Montego, Petshop Science set pet food donation record
Montego and Petshop Science donated 67,200 kilograms of pet food in 24 hours, setting a new Guinness World Records title.
Outbreaks
Nebraska horse tests positive for respiratory EHV-1
A transported Quarter Horse in Douglas County, Nebraska, has tested positive for the respiratory form of EHV-1.
Regulation
Pharmaceutical Packaging Summit 2026 spotlights compliance and design
A June 2026 Boston summit will put pharma packaging leaders' focus on compliance, sustainability, and patient-centered design.
Industry
PharmaShots awards put animal health in a broader innovation spotlight
PharmaShots’ 2026 awards included animal health, signaling broader life sciences visibility for veterinary innovation.
Workforce
Puffer fish guide highlights species-specific care gaps
A PetMD roundup of popular puffer fish underscores why species-level husbandry matters in aquatic veterinary care.
Industry
Sparkle Grooming Co. plans 22 Tennessee locations
Sparkle Grooming Co. signed a deal to develop 22 Tennessee salons, starting in Nashville, with the first opening targeted for Q1 2027.
Research
Study finds no recovery benefit from HBOT after IVDD surgery
A new AJVR study found hyperbaric oxygen therapy did not improve deep pain recovery after hemilaminectomy in dogs with severe IVDD.
Research
Study links impacted canines with maxillary sinus anatomy
A new meta-analysis examines whether impacted maxillary canines are associated with differences in sinus volume and dimensions.
Nutrition
Study points to squid-liver powder alternatives in shrimp feed
Marine protein hydrolysates may help replace squid-liver powder in Pacific white shrimp diets without compromising performance.
Drugs
Study suggests lorazepam may cut repeat urethral blockage in cats
A new JAVMA study links lorazepam to lower recurrence of urethral obstruction in male cats after first-time hospitalization.
Industry
Supplements keep H&H pet sales resilient in Q1
H&H’s pet segment dipped in Q1, but Zesty Paws supplements continued to post double-digit growth.
Workforce
Texas A&M profile highlights service-driven path to community care
A Texas A&M biomedical sciences senior says service work shaped her plan to pursue dental school and community-based care.
Industry
What FlyShield technology means for equine fly control
W.F. Young is spotlighting the science behind FlyShield technology in its newer equine fly-control product.
Research
Dobermann study sharpens early weight risk signals in puppies
A Dobermann-only study links birth weight and Day 1 weight change to early neonatal death risk.
Welfare
EQUUS spotlights barn-dog bond in ‘Barn Stories’ episode 93
EQUUS’s latest Barn Stories episode centers on a mischievous dog, underscoring the cross-species bonds common in barn life.
Drugs
FDA clears Langlara, a new interchangeable Lantus biosimilar
Lannett and Sunshine Lake Pharma won FDA approval for Langlara, an interchangeable biosimilar to Lantus.
Outbreaks
Genomics study traces heartworm’s ancient spread across continents
A global sequencing study suggests canine heartworm spread through ancient canids, not just modern dog movement.
Regulation
House advances Farm Bill with veterinary workforce, dog import changes
The House moved a Farm Bill carrying dog import, disease preparedness, and veterinary workforce provisions.
Research
Insulet starts pivotal EVOLVE study for fully closed-loop Omnipod M
Insulet enrolled the first patient in EVOLVE, a pivotal study of its fully closed-loop Omnipod M system for type 2 diabetes.
Workforce
Koi facts article underscores the husbandry behind fish health
An updated PetMD article on koi highlights the long lifespan, size, and pond needs that shape veterinary care.
Drugs
Mirum reports positive Phase 2b PSC itch data for volixibat
Volixibat met the primary endpoint in Mirum’s Phase 2b VISTAS study for cholestatic pruritus in PSC.
Industry
My Senior Horse backs new APHA awards for senior competitors
APHA will debut three new high-point awards for horses 15 and older at its 2026 World Championship Show.
Industry
Ortho Development expands Trivicta hip stem to full U.S. launch
Ortho Development has fully launched its cementless Trivicta hip stem in the U.S. after earlier FDA clearance and a limited market release.
Welfare
Paws of War reunites retired military dog Max with airman
Retired military working dog Max is set for a North Carolina reunion, spotlighting the care needs behind working-dog retirement.
Research
Pre-exercise cooling may help Thoroughbreds in hot training
A new study found pre-exercise cooling reduced weight loss and heat buildup in Thoroughbreds training in hot conditions.
Research
RNAi study sharpens focus on IAG’s role in swimming crab development
A new study adds evidence that IAG silencing alters growth and gonad development in the swimming crab.
Research
Study maps stable qRT-PCR reference genes in M. chulae
A new study identifies tissue-specific reference genes for qRT-PCR in Mugilogobius chulae under pollutant exposure.
Research
Study points to a practical way to reduce venipuncture in dogs
A new JAVMA study suggests push-pull sampling from IV catheters can reduce repeat venipuncture in hospitalized dogs.
Research
Study suggests hypercalcemia relapse is rare after dog parathyroidectomy
A new AJVR study suggests persistent and recurrent hypercalcemia are uncommon after surgery for canine primary hyperparathyroidism.
Research
Texas A&M report links ractopamine exposure to canine heart injury
A new case report suggests accidental ractopamine ingestion can cause severe cardiac injury in dogs, with outcomes tied to how quickly treatment begins.
Workforce
Veterinary Practice News adds another light-touch WordRx quiz
Veterinary Practice News published a new WordRx vocabulary quiz, highlighting how trade media are using lighter formats to keep veterinary readers engaged.
Research
When mare heat behavior is normal, and when it may signal disease
A new explainer says sour behavior in mares during heat may warrant a closer reproductive workup.
Research
Why saddle fit deserves a closer look in equine practice
The Horse spotlights how poor saddle fit can affect equine back health, behavior, and performance.
Research
Multisite marrow sampling may sharpen cytology in dogs
A new canine study suggests sampling more than one bone marrow site can reduce unrepresentative cytology results.
Industry
Hormuz skirmishing raises new supply chain risks
Reported U.S.-Iran clashes in the Strait of Hormuz could add pressure to veterinary supply chains.
Outbreaks
Washington coyotes found carrying Echinococcus multilocularis
A UW study found the zoonotic tapeworm in 37% of sampled Puget Sound coyotes, raising new concerns for dogs and public health.
Industry
ARCHIMED moves to take Esperion private in $1.1B deal
ARCHIMED will acquire Esperion in a deal worth up to $1.1 billion, pending shareholder and regulatory approval.
Industry
BioCryst inks European navenibart deal worth up to $345 million
BioCryst licensed European rights to navenibart to a Neopharmed Gentili affiliate in a deal worth up to $345 million.
Industry
BridgeTower Media names Sandy Almendarez VP of content
Pet Age’s parent company tapped a veteran B2B media executive to lead digital-first content strategy across 40-plus brands.
Research
Canine joint injections gain attention in OA management
A Clinician’s Brief podcast highlights how vets are using joint injections in dogs with osteoarthritis and where evidence still falls short.
Industry
Celcuity reports phase 3 win for gedatolisib in PIK3CA-mutant breast cancer
Celcuity said gedatolisib combinations improved progression-free survival in the PIK3CA-mutant arm of phase 3 VIKTORIA-1.
Industry
DrFirst’s Colin Banas targets specialty care prescription delays
DrFirst says fragmented prior authorization and pharmacy routing still delay specialty therapies.
Drugs
EC expands Imcivree approval to acquired hypothalamic obesity
Rhythm’s Imcivree won EU authorization for acquired hypothalamic obesity, extending MC4R-targeted treatment into a new rare-disease setting.
Workforce
Hill’s symposium puts the gut-skin axis in the CE spotlight
Hill’s 2026 Global Symposium will focus on how nutrition, the microbiome, and dermatologic health intersect in companion animals.
Industry
Leadership moves signal priorities across pet adoption and animal health
PetSmart Charities, Ceva, and Grey Wolf made leadership changes with implications for adoption, strategy, and commercial growth.
Nutrition
Plant-based pet diets gain staying power, with caveats for clinics
Plant-based pet foods keep expanding, but veterinarians still need to focus on nutritional adequacy and species-specific risks.
Industry
Smalls expands cat accessories with Slooowserve slow feeder
Smalls launched Slooowserve, a cat slow feeder that blends puzzle feeding, enrichment, and bowl design.
Nutrition
Soaking hay can cut sugar, but it may also wash out nutrients
Hay soaking can help metabolic horses, but longer soak times may also reduce key nutrients and dry matter.
Welfare
Study finds food rewards can improve camel transport welfare
A new study found camels can be trained to self-load for transport using food rewards instead of physical punishment.
Nutrition
Study links oral DHA to airway immune changes in healthy horses
A new AJVR study found oral DHA supplementation altered alveolar macrophage metabolism and airway lipid profiles in healthy horses.
Research
Study suggests many hypoglycemic seizure dogs don't need long-term AEDs
A new VETgirl podcast highlights 2025 data suggesting long-term AEDs may be unnecessary after insulin-induced hypoglycemic seizures in dogs.
Outbreaks
Study tracks group A rotavirus in sika deer fawns in Jilin
New research adds to evidence that rotavirus is part of the diarrheal disease picture in farmed sika deer.
Drugs
Tea saponin shows narrow dosing window in hybrid grouper study
A new study suggests tea saponin can help or harm hybrid grouper liver health, depending on dose.
Recalls
Tulip festival dog death puts spring plant toxicity in focus
A UK dog’s death after a tulip festival visit is renewing attention to tulip toxicity and pet access policies.
Industry
UCB moves to buy Candid Therapeutics for up to $2.2B
UCB is acquiring Candid Therapeutics to add cizutamig and deepen its autoimmune T-cell engager pipeline.
Research
Vest-based sling improves hip positioning, but dogs tolerated it poorly
A new AJVR study found a vest-based sling improved some hip angles versus an Ehmer sling, but most healthy dogs did not tolerate it.
Workforce
VMG and AAHA update veterinary chart of accounts
VMG and AAHA released a revised chart of accounts to help practices standardize reporting and improve financial benchmarking.
Research
Western sport horse poor performance workups broaden
AAEP coverage highlights respiratory, muscle, neurologic, and metabolic causes of poor performance in Western sport horses.
Industry
Compliance becomes a selling point for pet supplements, treats
Pet supplement and treat brands are turning compliance into a growth strategy as scrutiny of claims and quality rises.
Research
Native fish addition boosts productivity in biofloc aquaponics
A new study found that adding yellowtail lambari improved nutrient retention and productivity in tilapia-lettuce aquaponics.
Research
New RT-qPCR assay aims to distinguish all four PPRV lineages
A new Animals study describes a quadruplex RT-qPCR test designed to detect and differentiate all four PPRV lineages.
Outbreaks
Rabid dog in eastern New Mexico puts Curry County on alert
An unvaccinated dog in Curry County tested positive for rabies, exposing six people and renewing focus on vaccine compliance.
Industry
Study explores better VFA recovery from swine wastewater sludge
New research suggests thermal and citrate pretreatment could improve resource recovery from swine wastewater sludge.
Research
Study points to better sound cues for steering juvenile grass carp
A new study found juvenile grass carp avoided some broadband sounds more strongly than a pure tone in semi-natural tests.
Outbreaks
Study tracks age-linked C. difficile colonization in piglets
A Tenerife study found C. difficile colonization peaked in 2-day-old piglets and disappeared by weaning.
Outbreaks
Vietnam dog roundworm study sets baseline before intervention
A new rural Vietnam study measures canine Toxocara burden before parasite control efforts begin.
Research
Why a mare may seem different after her first foal
Post-foaling behavior changes can be real, but they may reflect maternal state, environment, or pain more than permanent temperament shifts.
Research
Behavior changes may be the first clue to vision loss in horses
A new report outlines eight behaviors that may signal vision problems in horses, including some cases with no obvious eye signs.
Industry
Erdman Animal Hospital to close after decades in Baltimore
A long-running Northeast Baltimore clinic is closing, underscoring the pressures on small independent veterinary practices.
Research
Lightweight AI study advances goat vocalization monitoring
A new study suggests low-compute AI may classify goat welfare-related vocalizations in real time on farm.
Research
New review highlights species-specific reptile respiratory care
A new review says reptile lung anatomy varies enough that clinicians should avoid one-size-fits-all respiratory assumptions.
Research
Rare canine encephalocele case highlights surgical option
A new case report describes successful surgery for a dog with an encephalocele extending into the nasal cavity.
Research
Rat study links Sheng Mai San to lower heat stress liver injury
A new rat study adds evidence that Sheng Mai San may reduce oxidative and mitochondrial liver damage under heat stress.
Research
Review reframes feline hippocampal necrosis as a shared endpoint
A new review argues feline hippocampal necrosis is not one disease, but a common endpoint tied to several causes of temporal lobe epilepsy.
Research
Study adds breeding data for Twites on the Qinghai–Tibet Plateau
New field data detail nesting timing, clutch size, and habitat use in a high-altitude Twite population.
Research
Study links chronic enteropathy in dogs to emotional health signs
A new JAVMA study suggests dogs with chronic enteropathy may show emotional distress even when GI disease seems controlled.
Research
Study links gill microbiota and resistance signals in Nile tilapia
A new multi-omics study connects gill mucus bacteria and host gene expression in a Streptococcus-resistant tilapia line.
Nutrition
Study points to phospholipid sweet spot for salmon fry diets
A new study found soybean lecithin and krill phospholipids both improved growth and lipid handling in Atlantic salmon fry.
Research
Study refines normal rectal temperature range for healthy ferrets
A new study in Animals establishes an evidence-based digital rectal temperature range for healthy ferrets.
Industry
Wisconsin study questions standard predictors of fur harvest trends
A new analysis suggests pelt prices, weather, and urbanization only partly explain Wisconsin furbearer harvest trends.
Industry
Pet inflation stayed firm in February, with more pressure ahead
Pet inflation remained elevated in February, and March data suggest veterinary and pet service costs are still climbing.
Nutrition
Pet food quality control is becoming a full-chain discipline
Supplier oversight, in-process controls, and validated testing are central to modern pet food safety.
Research
AI-assisted ovine brain mapping points to new anatomy workflows
A new study tests whether AI and 3D modeling can support sheep brain anatomy alongside traditional dissection.
Workforce
Amanda Davis earns Texas A&M teaching excellence professorship
Texas A&M honored VMBS faculty member Amanda Davis for undergraduate teaching excellence and innovation in physiology education.
Industry
Animal Neurology Center spotlights EMR-driven scaling
A new Instinct case study says a St. Louis neurology hospital increased caseload and MRI throughput without adding staff.
Welfare
Army nears deal for Virginia caisson horse training site
The Army is closing in on a deal for Middleburg Training Center, despite pushback from Virginia racing interests.
Welfare
Bay Area coalition plans free spay/neuter weekend across 7 counties
A 13-organization Bay Area effort aims to deliver free spay/neuter, vaccines, and microchips on May 16-17.
Industry
Cue Biopharma adds Phase 2 anti-IgE asset in $691.5M deal
Cue Biopharma licensed Ascendant-221, a Phase 2 anti-IgE antibody, and plans a global food allergy study after 2H 2026 data.
Workforce
Equine practice draws new grads, but retention pressures remain
A new EquiManagement report shows rising interest in equine practice, alongside persistent concerns about hours, mentorship, and on-call demands.
Drugs
FDA expands Auvelity use to Alzheimer’s-related agitation
Axsome’s Auvelity won FDA approval as the first non-antipsychotic option for agitation tied to Alzheimer’s dementia.
Industry
Guardant, Nuvalent link diagnostics to targeted cancer pipeline
Guardant Health and Nuvalent signed a multi-year deal to develop companion diagnostics for targeted cancer therapies.
Workforce
Instinct podcast spotlights coaching as a veterinary career tool
A new Instinct podcast with Dr. Peggy Sayer explores how leadership coaching can support veterinary career growth.
Outbreaks
Kansas shelter parvo outbreak leaves one puppy dead
A parvo outbreak at Cowley County Humane Society has turned critical, renewing focus on shelter biosecurity and intake vaccination.
Industry
LEO Pharma buys Replay to expand rare skin gene therapy push
LEO Pharma is acquiring Replay and its topical HSV gene therapy platform for rare genetic skin diseases, led by a preclinical DEB program.
Outbreaks
Manitoba horse’s EIA case puts routine testing back in focus
A Manitoba horse tested positive for EIA after export screening, triggering movement controls and follow-up testing.
Outbreaks
New review sharpens focus on canine influenza at the interface
A new Virology review says canine influenza merits closer One Health surveillance, even as human infection risk remains low.
Research
Pfizer posts Phase 3 Elrexfio win in relapsed myeloma
Pfizer said Elrexfio improved progression-free survival in the Phase 3 MagnetisMM-5 trial.
Workforce
Project Sticker launches veterinary mental health storytelling campaign
A new Mental Health Awareness Month campaign asks veterinary teams to share the moments that help them stay in the profession.
Nutrition
Retailers push year-round flea and tick prevention
Pet retailers are being urged to reinforce year-round parasite prevention as veterinary and public health guidance shifts beyond seasonal messaging.
Research
Review explores whether exercise can modify fluorosis effects
A new review examines whether exercise may alter fluoride-related harms across body systems, with limited direct evidence for livestock.
Outbreaks
Second strangles case confirmed at Marquette County horse premises
A Michigan weanling colt tested positive for strangles, marking the second confirmed case at a quarantined Marquette County premises.
Workforce
Six-year study finds gaps in how vet students rank dog welfare
Veterinary students prioritized overt cruelty over breed-related and behavioral welfare issues in a new six-year study.
Research
Study finds substantial MRSP burden in pyodermic dogs in Asia
A new meta-analysis suggests methicillin-resistant S. pseudintermedius is a major concern in canine pyoderma across Asia.
Drugs
Study gives first PK data for ertugliflozin in horses
A new equine study suggests enteral ertugliflozin is rapidly absorbed and may support once-daily dosing.
Drugs
Theradaptive moves OsteoAdapt SP into pivotal FDA-backed trial
Theradaptive won FDA clearance to start a pivotal Phase 3 study of OsteoAdapt SP in spinal fusion.
Research
Therapy dog study points to lower dental anxiety in autistic kids
A French randomized trial suggests therapy dogs may ease dental anxiety for children with autism.
Workforce
Emotional labor in vet med is moving to the center of burnout talks
New research and industry voices say client emotion management is becoming a core burnout risk in veterinary practice.
Workforce
Fred Wininger spotlights a single-specialty neurology model
A new podcast highlights how The Animal Neurology Center is building around neurology alone.
Welfare
Study suggests therapy dogs may ease dental visits for autistic kids
A French randomized trial found lower anxiety scores after dog-assisted dental visits for children with autism.
Workforce
Vet students are shaping the profession before graduation
Student leaders are gaining visibility early as veterinary medicine grapples with burnout, debt, representation, and access to care.
Nutrition
Monthly prevention messaging meets integrated feline nutrition
Sponsored content highlights monthly canine parasite prevention and a new Hill’s diet for cats with weight and mobility needs.
Research
AI model aims to identify chick sex at day 4 without opening eggs
A new Animals study reports 92.26% accuracy for non-destructive day-4 chicken embryo sexing.
Workforce
AVMA spotlights Journey for Teams 3.0 workplace culture push
AVMA’s new THRIVE Sessions expand Journey for Teams with tools focused on workplace culture, belonging, and team dynamics.
Industry
BeOne, Huahui strike $2.02B HH160 oncology partnership
BeOne secured a global option on Huahui’s preclinical trispecific antibody HH160 in a deal worth up to about $2.02 billion.
Research
Case report details rare recurrent hemoptysis syndrome in a dog
A new case report links recurrent canine hemoptysis and transient polycythemia to suspected sympathetic dysregulation.
Research
Chile study maps captive behavior in South American hog-nosed skunks
A new ethogram offers rare behavioral baseline data for the little-studied chingue in rehabilitation care.
Industry
Dr. Lisa Beagan spotlights AI-supported veterinary intake triage
A new podcast episode highlights how structured, AI-supported intake could help veterinary teams triage calls more consistently.
Regulation
FDA clears Laguna’s LGNA-100 for pediatric leukemia study
Laguna can now begin a first-in-human study of LGNA-100 after transplant in high-risk pediatric leukemias.
Drugs
FDA grants priority review to Tevimbra combo in HER2+ GEA
BeOne’s Tevimbra combination won FDA Priority Review after phase 3 data showed a survival gain in first-line HER2-positive GEA.
Industry
Fressnapf | Maxi Zoo lifts profit as same-store sales soften
The European pet retailer grew profit in 2025 through expansion and cost control despite softer like-for-like sales.
Research
Historical review spotlights rise of equine minimally invasive surgery
A new JAVMA review traces how equine minimally invasive soft tissue surgery evolved into a more widely trained, clinically useful approach.
Regulation
Immunome files FDA application for varegacestat in desmoid tumors
Immunome submitted an FDA application for varegacestat after positive phase 3 data in adults with progressing desmoid tumors.
Research
Laser acupuncture shows promise for equine back pain
A small study found laser acupuncture improved pain scores in horses with thoracolumbar pain, with results approaching electroacupuncture.
Research
Mastitis sharply raises teat fistula repair failure risk in dairy cows
A new JAVMA study found postoperative mastitis was the strongest predictor of teat fistula repair failure in lactating dairy cows.
Regulation
NAD ruling on Sundays for Dogs sharpens pet food ad claims
A challenge from The Farmer’s Dog led NAD to curb several Sundays for Dogs marketing claims.
Research
Rooster study links seminal microbiota, oxidative stress, and semen quality
A new study found rooster type was associated with differences in seminal bacteria, oxidative status, and semen quality.
Research
Study clarifies how Listeria infects sheep trigeminal neurons
A new paper links InlA, InlB, and LLO to neural invasion by an ovine Listeria strain tied to encephalitis.
Welfare
Study explores participatory art in wildlife tourism research
A new Animals paper suggests participatory art could help reveal how visitors relate to wildlife, nature, and welfare.
Welfare
Study links microplastics to poorer welfare in goldfish
A new study found microplastic exposure reduced feeding, altered stress responses, and impaired growth in goldfish.
Outbreaks
Study maps Hyalomma ticks and pathogens in camels in Chad
A new study found four Hyalomma tick species on camels in Chad and detected pathogens with veterinary and zoonotic relevance.
Industry
Study tests UWB radar for non-contact poultry litter moisture monitoring
A new Animals study suggests UWB radar could estimate poultry litter moisture without disturbing birds or litter.
Industry
Symrise says pet nutrition slowed as pricing normalized
Symrise reported a temporary pet nutrition slowdown in Q1 2026 as pricing normalized, despite positive volume growth.
Workforce
Two Cornell veterinary trainees earn SUNY student excellence honors
Francesca Buchalski and Viviana Maymí were recognized with SUNY’s top student honor as part of Cornell’s 2026 cohort.
Workforce
Veterinary Practice News opens team culture series with trust
A new Veterinary Practice News series argues trust is the first building block of a purpose-driven veterinary team.
Outbreaks
Wisconsin mare tests positive for strangles in Jefferson County
A Jefferson County mare linked to prior exposure at a rescue tested positive for strangles and is now under quarantine.
Recalls
B. Braun recalls two lots of Lactated Ringer’s Injection
B. Braun recalled two U.S. lots of 1 L Lactated Ringer’s after particulate matter was found in solution.
Research
BOAS review highlights grading, earlier assessment, and treatment
A 2022 review and newer screening efforts sharpen how veterinarians assess and manage BOAS in brachycephalic dogs.
Research
Breed-specific pneumonia puts Irish Wolfhounds in focus
A review and follow-up studies highlight how breed-linked airway, aspiration, and immune risks can shape pneumonia in dogs.
Welfare
Cooling dog beds can help, but they’re not a heat-safety fix
Cooling beds may improve comfort for dogs in hot weather, but vets still need to stress hydration, shade, and supervision.
Drugs
Equine synovitis study highlights tradeoffs of ACS and triamcinolone
A small crossover study found triamcinolone reduced swelling more reliably, while ACS showed possible biologic advantages in inflamed equine joints.
Regulation
FDA opens public input on next animal drug user fee cycle
FDA will hold May 27 meetings on ADUFA and AGDUFA as it starts shaping the next animal drug user fee reauthorization.
Outbreaks
Florida strangles case confirmed at private Putnam County facility
Florida officials confirmed one strangles case and five exposed horses at a private Putnam County facility.
Industry
How clinics can cut inventory costs without risking stockouts
Veterinary practices are being urged to use technology and tighter workflows to reduce inventory waste and protect margins.
Research
JFMS review updates a practical framework for feline emergencies
A new JFMS review gives GPs a current, practical guide to four common feline medical emergencies.
Workforce
Minority equity offers raise new questions for associate vets
Equity offers are becoming more common for associate veterinarians, but the terms may be harder to assess than they first appear.
Research
Mouse study points to vaccine path for canine mammary tumors
A new fusion-protein study in mice suggests an early immunotherapy path for canine mammary tumors.
Outbreaks
New review puts horses in the antimicrobial resistance spotlight
A new review argues horses are an overlooked source of antibiotic-resistant bacteria in One Health planning.
Welfare
Pig eye-fluid study points to new tool for welfare investigations
A new pig study suggests postmortem aqueous humor may help reconstruct pre-death biochemistry when serum samples aren't usable.
Research
Pruritus care shifts toward more tailored treatment plans
Updated itch-management guidance highlights tailored therapy, diagnostics, and new canine drug options.
Research
Pyometra surgery timing study finds no clear benefit to rushing to the OR
A new JAVMA study suggests immediate pyometra surgery may not outperform careful pre-op stabilization.
Industry
Review tracks AI’s expanding role across the dairy industry
A new review says AI in dairy is moving beyond herd monitoring into milk quality, logistics, processing, and sustainability.
Research
Single-cell study maps fetal goat muscle development
A new Animals study charts how fetal goat muscle cells coordinate and change during development.
Recalls
Study finds PFOS alternative 6:2 FTSA also harms zebrafish liver
A new zebrafish study suggests the PFOS substitute 6:2 FTSA may also cause liver injury and oxidative stress.
Nutrition
Study links dietary bile acids to antioxidant, microbiota shifts in ewes
A small sheep study found bile acid supplementation improved antioxidant markers and altered fecal microbiota in culled ewes.
Research
Study links potassium disorders in pet rabbits to short-term death risk
A rabbit study found both hypo- and hyperkalemia at admission were linked to higher short-term mortality.
Research
Study maps body measurement loci in Yili horses
A new genomics study links body measurement traits in Yili horses to candidate genetic loci.
Nutrition
Study maps diet clues in critically endangered Yangtze fish
A new Animals study examines digestive anatomy and gut contents in Ochetobius elongatus to inform conservation and artificial breeding.
Outbreaks
Study maps livestock heat stress risk across Thessaly
A new study uses ERA5-Land and THI to map livestock heat stress across Thessaly, Greece, from 2020 to 2025.
Nutrition
Study probes growth-linked metabolites in lamb roughage diets
New lamb research explores metabolic signals tied to average daily gain when roughage shifts from peanut vine to extruded rapeseed straw.
Nutrition
Study probes gut microbiome, FMT, and obesity in cats
A new feline study links obesity to subtle gut microbiome changes, while raising questions about FMT’s clinical role.
Welfare
Study suggests horses show distress after a companion’s death
New research suggests horses often show lasting behavior changes after losing an equine companion.
Welfare
Study tests essential oil blend in Lithuanian Blackface lambs
A new lamb study adds evidence on whether essential oil blends can lower methane without hurting performance or meat quality.
Workforce
Séverine Tasker gives NC State’s 2026 feline health keynote
At NC State’s 2026 Feline Health Symposium, Séverine Tasker spotlighted feline infectious anaemias and cat-friendly diagnostics.
Workforce
Uncharted podcast spotlights a common veterinary leadership strain
A new Uncharted episode examines what happens when practice leaders feel they're carrying culture work alone.
Research
Wearable sensors track asymmetry shifts in chuckwagon racehorses
A preliminary study suggests wearable GNSS-IMUs may detect pre- and post-race gait asymmetry changes in chuckwagon horses.
Recalls
Why instrument reprocessing is back in focus for veterinary teams
A new report underscores that cleaning, inspection, and packaging are as critical as the autoclave cycle.
Regulation
Non-clinical veterinary careers gain visibility for students
New student-facing coverage is spotlighting research, public health, and industry roles that many future veterinarians still overlook.
Recalls
Why instrument reprocessing deserves renewed attention in vet care
A new Veterinary Practice News article argues that surgical safety depends on cleaning and handling, not just autoclaving.
Research
3D-printed drill guide may improve canine lumbosacral fixation
A new Veterinary Surgery study suggests a patient-specific drill guide improved L7 screw accuracy and reduced fluoroscopy in dogs.
Research
Computer-assisted surgery repairs rare C6 fracture in a horse
A reported C6 fracture repair highlights how CT and navigation may reshape equine cervical spine surgery.
Research
Computer vision study tracks pig behavior in climate-controlled barns
A new Animals study found YOLOv5-based monitoring could track pig feeding, drinking, and resting behavior in air-conditioned housing.
Workforce
Dr. Clay Mathews named a 2026 UFRF Professor at UF
UF honored Dr. Clay Mathews for research on autoimmune diabetes affecting humans, dogs, and cats.
Industry
Europe drives Swedencare growth in first quarter
Swedencare’s Europe revenue rose 38% in Q1 2026, led by Summit, dental sales, and online expansion.
Research
Heated anesthetic circuit reduced heat loss in rabbits
A new AJVR study found warmed inspired gas helped limit peri-anesthetic heat loss in New Zealand white rabbits.
Nutrition
Mediterranean sheep systems review spotlights Gentile di Puglia
A new review says native sheep systems in Mediterranean marginal areas remain valuable, but face climate, market, and demographic pressure.
Nutrition
Microalgae additives may help seabream handle plant-based diets
New seabream studies suggest microalgae-based nutraceuticals can support gut function, stress resilience, and performance in plant-heavy feeds.
Research
New review links Toxoplasma gondii to wider fertility risks
A new review says toxoplasmosis may impair male and female fertility, not just pregnancy outcomes.
Research
Omental flap study explores lateral laparotomy in cats and dogs
A new cadaver study suggests lateral laparotomy may offer another way to access the omentum in small animal surgery.
Workforce
PetMD’s new tetra care guide puts husbandry front and center
A new PetMD tetra care sheet highlights stable water quality, schooling needs, and preventive husbandry for pet parents.
Research
Pilot study explores imepitoin for cats stressed by vet visits
A small new study suggests imepitoin may reduce some feline vet-visit stress markers, but bigger blinded trials are still needed.
Outbreaks
Senecavirus A study traces how a swine look-alike spread globally
A new genomic analysis maps Senecavirus A evolution and spread, with implications for surveillance and differential diagnosis.
Research
Spinal infection tied to bite wounds in a wild porcupine case report
A new case report links chronic bite wounds to spinal epidural empyema and paraplegia in an Indian crested porcupine.
Drugs
Study adds clinical evidence for lipid emulsion in pet neurotoxicosis
A new case series links stronger xenobiotic lipid partitioning during ILE to early neurologic improvement in dogs and cats.
Drugs
Study adds early behavior data on deslorelin use in cats
A new feline study suggests deslorelin may reduce several unwanted behaviors, while flare-up effects appear more noticeable in females.
Research
Study links glyphosate exposure to gut shifts in sea cucumbers
A new study found tissue residues and gut microbiota changes after short-term glyphosate exposure in sea cucumbers fed through a sea-mud matrix.
Nutrition
Study links in ovo silver nanoparticles to broiler gains
A 2026 Animals study found 15 ppm in ovo silver nanoparticles improved several broiler hatch and post-hatch measures.
Nutrition
Study links pig feeding strategy to lesions and growth outcomes
A new study found mildly restricted feeding reduced some lesions in finishing pigs, while smaller groups improved growth.
Research
Study links sow microbiota shifts to fecal cues around farrowing
A new study connects periparturient microbiome changes in sows with fecal semiochemicals that may influence piglet colonization.
Research
Study maps how ovarian sterility develops in triploid turbot
A new transcriptomic study shows triploid turbot sterility unfolds in stages, from early germ-cell stress to later ovarian arrest.
Research
Study suggests ELISA may widen detection of Cytauxzoon exposure
A new study found ELISA identified more healthy cats exposed to Cytauxzoon felis than qPCR in the south-central U.S.
Research
Texas A&M study links coffee compounds to an aging-related receptor
Texas A&M researchers say coffee compounds may help explain the drink’s links to healthier aging through NR4A1.
Drugs
Turmeric extract clears a feline safety test in new study
A four-month study found turmeric extract was well tolerated in healthy adult cats at tested dietary levels.
Outbreaks
Wildlife pathology gets renewed focus in One Health surveillance
A new Animals special issue highlights wildlife diagnostics as an early warning tool for animal and public health.
Research
Wombat case report links alopecia to suspected hypothyroidism
A new case report suggests congenital hypothyroidism may be an overlooked cause of generalized alopecia in young wombats.
Drugs
FDA expands Vetmedin’s role in preclinical canine heart disease
Vetmedin tablets and solution are now FDA-approved to delay CHF onset in dogs with Stage B2 preclinical MMVD.
Workforce
Veterinary Practice News adds WordRx word game for vet readers
Veterinary Practice News is using a Wordle-style game to engage veterinary readers with quick vocabulary practice.
Industry
Europe helps power Swedencare’s Q1 as U.S. vet demand stays soft
Swedencare’s Q1 showed Europe emerging as a key growth driver as the company managed through softer U.S. veterinary demand.
Outbreaks
Brucella milk test study points to faster herd surveillance
A new study describes an immunomagnetic bead-based ELISA to detect Brucella in milk from dairy animals.
Research
Camel cornea study maps aquaporin-1 distribution
A new camel cornea study adds baseline data on aquaporin-1, a water channel tied to corneal hydration and transparency.
Research
Cattle genomics study maps divergence between European and Chinese breeds
A new comparative genomics study highlights how breeding history and adaptation shaped European and Chinese cattle.
Outbreaks
Germany poultry study maps enteric viruses, adds sicinivirus genome
A southern Germany study found multiple enteric viruses in poultry flocks and reported the first complete avian sicinivirus genome.
Workforce
Ohio State spotlights department giving at veterinary college
Ohio State is steering donors toward department-level funds for specialty training, research, and preventive medicine.
Outbreaks
Oregon reports pigeon fever case in imported horse
A Benton County horse imported from California tested positive for pigeon fever, with one additional horse exposed.
Research
Perch-derived quorum-quenching strains show aquaculture promise
A new Animals study identifies perch-derived bacterial strains with potential as antibiotic-sparing tools in aquaculture.
Research
Podcast spotlights lifelong management of the atopic dog
Dr. Andy Roark and dermatologist Dr. Charli Dong discuss canine atopic dermatitis from puppyhood through senior care.
Industry
Podcast urges practices to treat valuations as a diagnostic tool
A new Uncharted episode argues practice valuations can uncover hidden operational and financial problems before a sale is on the table.
Research
Rabbit tumor case highlights risks of sex misidentification
A rabbit presumed male was found to have a malignant Müllerian tumor, underscoring the need to verify sex in puzzling abdominal cases.
Nutrition
Raw pet food warning draws pushback over risk framing
A CSPI warning on raw pet food safety prompted a rebuttal from Truth about Pet Food over how contamination risk is framed.
Research
Review finds promise, but limits, for equine behavior biomarkers
A new review says equine behavioral biomarkers show promise, but inconsistent methods still limit clinical use.
Nutrition
RNA-seq study links concentrate feeding to yak calf gut development
A new yak-calf transcriptomics study adds molecular evidence that preweaning concentrate feeding may shape gastrointestinal development.
Nutrition
Study compares wheat bran and beet pulp in weaned pig diets
A new study examines how wheat bran- and beet pulp-based nursery diets affect piglet growth, digestibility, and fecal scores.
Research
Study links piglet breed differences to ETEC gut barrier response
A new Animals study suggests Ningxiang piglets may have stronger gut barrier resilience to ETEC than DLY piglets.
Research
Study maps gut–brain recovery signals in freeze-tolerant fish
A new Animals paper links brain reprogramming and gut microbiota shifts in the Amur sleeper after freezing and thawing.
Research
Study suggests HFNOT lowers breathing effort in anesthetized dogs
A new AJVR study found high-flow nasal oxygen reduced work of breathing in anesthetized dogs without changing oxygen delivery.
Nutrition
Study suggests zinc may blunt heat stress in carp intestine
A new Animals study found heat drove major intestinal gene-expression changes in common carp, while zinc appeared to reduce that response.
Workforce
UC Davis gets $75M gift for new teaching hospital and scholarships
UC Davis said a $75 million gift will help build a new small animal teaching hospital and expand scholarships, research, and affordable-care programs.
Workforce
Why boundary-setting matters when everyone asks the vet
A Clinician’s Brief podcast highlights the risks and realities of giving informal veterinary advice to friends and family.
Nutrition
Why grain-inclusive dog food is still part of the conversation
A new Whole Dog Journal piece argues grain-inclusive diets remain a solid option when overall formulation quality is strong.
Outbreaks
Influenza D study raises new spillover questions for veterinarians
Ohio State researchers found influenza D replicated efficiently in human airway cells, underscoring zoonotic surveillance concerns.
Regulation
Pet food oversight structure draws renewed conflict questions
A 2018 advocacy piece argues university-based pet food regulators face structural conflict concerns.
Outbreaks
Third strangles case confirmed at Michigan barn
A Genesee County barn has recorded its third confirmed strangles case, extending an outbreak first reported in late 2025.
Industry
Veterinary roundup highlights AI, dermatology, and nutrition bets
New moves from UC Davis, Instinct, Purina, and Thrive point to where veterinary investment is heading.
Workforce
Andy Roark episode tackles canine atopic dermatitis across life stages
A new Cone of Shame episode with Dr. Charli Dong focuses on practical management of the itchy dog that won’t get better.
Research
Aggressive wall lizard morph is collapsing ancient color diversity
A Science study finds an aggressive wall lizard phenotype is driving yellow and orange morphs out of long-stable populations.
Research
eDNA study tracks metazoan shifts in a human-impacted gulf
A new study uses eDNA to map how marine metazoan communities change across space and time in a stressed gulf ecosystem.
Outbreaks
Italy formalizes open geospatial system for marine stranding data
A new paper details GeoCetus, Italy’s open platform for tracking stranded cetaceans and marine turtles.
Nutrition
New review maps nutritional strategies against mycotoxin harm
A new review links mycotoxin damage to shared cellular pathways and highlights nutrition-based mitigation strategies.
Workforce
PetMD highlights prevention and treatment of overgrown chinchilla teeth
A new PetMD clinical explainer underscores that chinchilla dental overgrowth is common, chronic, and often requires sedation, imaging, and diet correction.
Outbreaks
Shanxi study adds baseline Neospora data for sheep and goats
A new Shanxi study gives veterinarians first baseline data on Neospora caninum exposure in local sheep and goats.
Research
Study explores AI detection of dairy cattle protective behaviors
A new Animals paper tests a video AI model to detect fast protective behaviors in dairy cattle.
Research
Study urges canine cognition research to follow the nose
A new study argues dog cognition tests should incorporate smell, not just sight, to better reflect how dogs make decisions.
Outbreaks
GeoCetus maps decades of marine strandings data in Italy
A new paper details GeoCetus, an open platform tracking cetacean and sea turtle strandings across Italy.
Research
A 400-pound crocodile gets a CT scan at a Utah hospital
A hospital-zoo collaboration used CT to diagnose gastric stones in a senior Siamese crocodile.
Drugs
Evidence reshapes antibiotic use for canine acute diarrhea
New guidance says most dogs with acute diarrhea don't need antibiotics, even in many hemorrhagic cases.
Research
Review suggests key brain regions often compete during processing
A new review argues the amygdala and perirhinal cortex often compete, not just cooperate, in shaping information processing.
Industry
The Bird Bath launches Terminal for veterinary market tracking
The new platform combines practice, ownership, and consolidation data in one veterinary market intelligence system.
Research
Why subclinical bacteriuria often shouldn't trigger antibiotics
A new commentary underscores that bacteriuria without urinary signs usually calls for restraint, not reflexive treatment.
Workforce
World Veterinary Day 2026 spotlights vets’ role in food and health
The WVA’s 2026 World Veterinary Day theme casts veterinarians as central to food safety, public health, and animal health.
Research
Review recasts amygdala, perirhinal cortex as frequent rivals
A new review says two key brain regions may compete, not just cooperate, during information processing across mammals.
Drugs
Study supports more selective antibiotic use in foal pneumonia
A new study found conservative antimicrobial use in foal bronchopneumonia cut treatment rates without worsening outcomes.
Research
Equine veterinarians stress regular monitoring for arthritis
New equine guidance highlights routine reevaluation to track osteoarthritis progression and adjust care plans.
Welfare
Animal abuse concerns gain sharper One Health focus
Veterinary Practice News says suspected abuse and hoarding can signal wider risks to animals, people, and the home environment.
Nutrition
Dog dental products draw attention to evidence gaps in home care
A new roundup of dog dental products underscores the need for evidence-based guidance, daily brushing, and dog-safe ingredients.
Research
Monitoring osteoarthritis in horses becomes a long-game issue
Equine osteoarthritis monitoring is shifting toward repeat exams, structured follow-up, and earlier recognition of subtle decline.
Nutrition
Sponsored equine feature spotlights vitamin E and neurologic risk
The Horse revisits vitamin E’s role in equine neuromuscular disease, with reminders for diagnosis, prevention, and client guidance.
Workforce
Texas A&M spotlights BIMS senior’s path to medical school
A Texas A&M biomedical sciences senior’s next step highlights how veterinary colleges are building broader health-care pipelines.
Drugs
Why veterinary prescribing still feels harder than it should
Instinct says fragmented prescribing workflows raise cognitive load, error risk, and staff burden in veterinary practice.
Workforce
Freshwater aquarium guide highlights husbandry’s clinical stakes
PetMD’s freshwater aquarium setup guide underscores how cycling and water quality shape fish health from day one.
Workforce
New review sharpens guidance on at-home oral pain control
A new peer-reviewed review says NSAIDs remain the mainstay for acute at-home pain control in dogs and cats.
Outbreaks
Ontario Quarter Horse tests positive for strangles
A strangles case at a Wellington training facility adds to Ontario’s recurring equine biosecurity concerns.
Workforce
Fred Wininger spotlights a stand-alone neurology practice model
A new Instinct podcast examines how Fred Wininger built a neurology-only referral hospital in St. Louis.
Nutrition
A horse can have EMS without being overweight
New guidance underscores that insulin dysregulation, not obesity alone, defines equine metabolic syndrome.
Workforce
AVMA podcast spotlights Dr. Kristin Welch and teleconsultation
A new AVMA podcast episode highlights Dr. Kristin Welch and the growing role of specialist teleconsultation in veterinary practice.
Welfare
Betta care guidance highlights housing, diet, and welfare gaps
PetMD’s betta care overview underscores that husbandry, not just disease, drives many common fish health problems.
Outbreaks
Mosquito season raises the stakes for equine vaccination
Texas A&M is urging horse pet parents and veterinarians to prioritize vaccination and mosquito control as seasonal arbovirus risk rises.
Workforce
Ohio State sets AVMA 2026 alumni reception in Anaheim
Ohio State will host an Alumni & Friends Reception on July 10 during AVMA Convention 2026 in Anaheim.
Industry
Paws Abroad targets a growing pain point in pet travel
Marisa Hoskins’ startup aims to organize international pet travel before paperwork lands on clinic desks.
Welfare
Penn Vet launches Maggie’s Fund for emergency care access
A new Penn Vet fund aims to help pet parents afford emergency care at Ryan Veterinary Hospital.
Workforce
Penn Vet spotlights Donald Hoenig’s One Health legacy
A new Penn Vet profile highlights Donald Hoenig’s long career linking clinical care, public health, food safety, and veterinary policy.
Research
Veterinary radiation oncology study finds uneven naming standard adoption
A new study found wide variability in how five veterinary radiation oncology centers use standardized structure nomenclature.
Industry
APPA says U.S. pet industry hit $158B in 2025
APPA reported $158 billion in U.S. pet industry spending for 2025, with growth expected to continue this year.
Misinfo
Betta care guidance pushes back on the bowl-pet myth
Updated betta guidance emphasizes heated, filtered tanks, nutrition, and earlier veterinary involvement.
Workforce
Cornell’s Lorin Warnick receives AAVMC distinguished service award
Cornell Dean Lorin D. Warnick was recognized with AAVMC’s 2026 Billy E. Hooper Award for Distinguished Service.
Welfare
Goodnewsforpets backs CWA human-animal bond award as contest opens
The 2026 CWA contest is open, with Goodnewsforpets again sponsoring its $500 human-animal bond award.
Research
NC State opens Sheltie genetics study on gallbladder mucocele
NC State is enrolling Shetland Sheepdogs to study the genetic basis of gallbladder mucocele formation.
Workforce
Uncharted podcast tackles CSR over-escalation in vet clinics
A new Uncharted episode argues constant CSR escalation is usually a training and systems problem, not a people problem.
Workforce
Veterinary Receptionist Week spotlights an expanding frontline role
Veterinary Receptionist Week is highlighting how front-desk teams now shape workflow, communication, and pet parent experience.
Research
Why recovery time matters for horses’ long-term soundness
A new report underscores that rest, turnout, and lighter work are key parts of protecting equine athletes from injury.
Welfare
Environmental health gains ground in veterinary team wellbeing
NOMV and industry leaders are linking climate, pet health, and veterinary team wellbeing more directly.
Workforce
NC State CVM debuts undergraduate research symposium
NC State’s veterinary college held its first symposium dedicated to undergraduate researchers working in CBC labs.
Research
Texas A&M study advances mammalian tissue regeneration research
A Texas A&M team used sequential growth factor treatment to induce partial digit regeneration in mice.
Workforce
NC State honors Melissa Srougi with outstanding teacher award
NC State recognized cancer researcher and biotechnology educator Melissa Srougi with its 2025-26 Outstanding Teacher Award.
Welfare
Horse fly-control advice shifts focus beyond sprays
Equine media are emphasizing integrated fly control, with sanitation and habitat management at the center.
Research
New review highlights how to identify tapeworms in dogs and cats
A new review underscores why tapeworm diagnosis often depends on proglottids, history, and clinical judgment, not fecal flotation alone.
Workforce
Nutrition gets a workflow lens in veterinary wellbeing coverage
New veterinary media coverage argues that better on-shift nutrition supports steadier energy, communication, and care.
Research
Shock article urges tailored, early intervention in small animals
A new CE article says shock care in dogs and cats depends on early recognition and mechanism-specific treatment.
Workforce
Clinician’s Brief spotlights practical pharmacokinetics for vets
A new Clinician’s Brief article and podcast aim to make pharmacokinetics more usable in everyday veterinary prescribing.
Nutrition
Seaweed extract cuts methane in grazing beef cows study finds
University of Adelaide researchers reported 49.5% to 77.0% methane cuts in Angus cows without harming calf growth.
Industry
Bond Vet adds membership program built around exams and virtual access
Bond Vet launched a membership program pairing exam discounts with priority virtual support.
Outbreaks
Chiggers on dogs return as a seasonal itch issue
Whole Dog Journal highlights chiggers as a common seasonal cause of intense itching in dogs after brush and grass exposure.
Outbreaks
Georgia boarding facility reports 1 confirmed, 15 suspected strangles cases
A Lumpkin County boarding facility is under quarantine after one confirmed and 15 suspected strangles cases.
Research
MRI dural tail sign may help separate canine meningioma from glioma
A new study found the dural tail sign on MRI showed high sensitivity and specificity for distinguishing canine meningioma from peripheral glioma.
Workforce
NC State expands DVM scholarships as debt pressures persist
NC State awarded $1.8 million in scholarships to 191 DVM students for 2025-26, highlighting debt relief as a workforce issue.
Industry
Ohio State, ETCR strike license deal on resistant canine hookworms
Ohio State and ETCR will use licensed resistant hookworm isolates to support new therapy development and commercial efficacy studies.
Workforce
Shan-Lu Liu earns Ohio State’s top faculty honor for 2026
Ohio State named virologist Shan-Lu Liu a 2026 Distinguished University Professor, citing research with broad public health impact.
Workforce
Veterinary medicine is confronting the motherhood penalty
A My Vet Candy commentary spotlights how pregnancy, leave, and childcare still shape veterinary careers.
Outbreaks
Indiana reports EHM case in Elkhart County horse
A 2-year-old draft stallion in Indiana tested positive for EHM, and two more horses are suspected.
Workforce
WordRx brings Wordle-style play to veterinary vocabulary
Veterinary Practice News is turning veterinary terminology into a recurring Wordle-style learning game.
Research
Rehab takes center stage in recovery from neurologic EPM
A new case study highlights how slow, structured rehab can shape outcomes after neurologic EPM in horses.
Research
Caffeine may help Argentine ants find bait more efficiently
A lab study suggests caffeine could help invasive ants learn bait locations faster, with possible implications for pest control.
Drugs
Home laser rentals gain traction for senior pet care compliance
Veterinary leaders say home laser rentals may help senior pets stay on photobiomodulation treatment plans.
Research
Why vets can’t fully prevent navicular disease in horses
A new expert discussion says navicular disease can’t be prevented outright, but vets can help slow progression and improve comfort.
Drugs
At-home laser therapy gains traction as compliance tool
Veterinary groups are revisiting home laser programs as a way to improve adherence for geriatric and chronic-care patients.
Research
Microbiome medicine sharpens its focus in small animal care
New canine studies suggest diet remains first-line, while FMT may fit selected cases, especially parvovirus.
Workforce
Jason Canapp spotlights remote leadership across three practices
An Instinct podcast examines how one veterinary CEO manages three hospitals from 2,500 miles away.
Workforce
Justine Lee to retire from VETgirl in July 2026
VETgirl co-founder Justine Lee says she will step down July 2, 2026, with Garret Pachtinger set to carry the mission forward.
Recalls
Revival recalls canine milk replacers over vitamin D variability
Revival recalled select canine milk replacers after finding vitamin D levels that were both too high and too low.
Nutrition
Budget horse feeding starts with forage, not shortcuts
Equine nutrition guidance says feed savings often come from better forage choices, less waste, and fewer unnecessary supplements.
Workforce
Leadership transitions reshape VETgirl and Today’s Veterinary Business
VETgirl and Today’s Veterinary Business are both navigating high-profile leadership handoffs in 2026.
Research
Canine chronic ulcerative stomatitis gets clearer clinical definition
CCUS is increasingly viewed as a distinct, immune-mediated oral disease, with implications for diagnosis, treatment, and client counseling.
Research
Guinea pig neurology study challenges standard exam approach
A new JAVMA study says guinea pigs need species-specific neurologic exams, not dog-and-cat assumptions.
Workforce
Lascelles wins AAVMC research honor for pain science
NC State’s Duncan Lascelles received AAVMC’s 2026 Excellence in Research Award for work advancing pain assessment and management.
Industry
Purina spotlights Petivity’s AI litter box monitor in vet podcast
Dr. Ragen McGowan discussed how Petivity tracks feline litter box patterns to surface early health changes.
Drugs
Trojan horse antibiotic strategies gain attention in Pseudomonas
A new review highlights siderophore-linked antibiotics as a possible path around Pseudomonas aeruginosa resistance.
Workforce
VIN Foundation warns Class of 2026 against loan consolidation
VIN Foundation says many 2026 veterinary graduates could lose key repayment options if they consolidate federal loans too close to July 1.
Industry
Step-in harness guide highlights fit, function, and tradeoffs
A new step-in harness guide underscores a familiar veterinary message: fit and dog-specific needs matter as much as gear category.
Workforce
Why leadership confidence is becoming a practice risk issue
Veterinary leaders are warning that weak HR training in management roles can drive turnover, culture problems, and employee claims.
Workforce
Rescue cat’s legacy expands feline heart research at NC State
A rescued Sphynx cat’s story is now fueling endowed feline HCM research, training, and clinical momentum at NC State.
Workforce
A vet podcast episode tracks a modern path into practice ownership
dvm360’s latest Vet Blast episode follows one veterinarian’s path from private practice to relief work and toward ownership.
Research
Close social bonds may shape gut microbes in island birds
A new warbler study suggests close contact, not just shared space, can shape gut microbiome similarity.
Workforce
Instinct spotlights tools to cut after-hours charting
Instinct is promoting workflow and AI tools aimed at helping veterinary teams finish charting before they leave.
Workforce
NC State marks Class of 2026 with oath and hooding ceremony
NC State’s veterinary Class of 2026 celebrated its Oath and Hooding Ceremony on May 8 at Reynolds Coliseum.
Regulation
Pet food transparency push returns to FDA
A new petition asks FDA to revisit its refusal to require feed grade ingredient disclosure on pet food labels.
Regulation
Security assessment flags uneven risks for World Cup 2026
Ackerman Group says the 2026 World Cup will bring different security risks across Mexico, the U.S., and Canada.
Workforce
Andy Roark podcast spotlights change management for new grads
A new Cone of Shame episode examines how recent veterinary graduates can introduce change without overstepping.
Research
Why veterinary teams are rethinking routine glove use
A VETgirl podcast spotlights when gloves help, when they don’t, and why hand hygiene still does the heavy lifting.
Research
Study compares minimally invasive acetabular repair methods in dogs
An ex vivo study found both arthroscopy- and fluoroscopy-assisted MIPO were feasible for canine acetabular fractures.
Industry
Instinct podcast spotlights veterinary urgent care success
A new podcast episode features Dr. Corynn Cackler’s view on where urgent care fits in veterinary practice.
Drugs
ABCD updates FIP treatment guidance as antiviral use expands
New ABCD guidance says FIP is now often treatable and curable when antivirals are available.
Industry
PawthosX makes its case for an AI-native veterinary OS
PawthosX is pitching ClinicOS as an AI-native platform to reduce workflow friction in veterinary practice.
Workforce
PetMD guide draws a clearer line on cleaning cats’ ears
A new PetMD guide says most cats don’t need routine ear cleaning and highlights when veterinary evaluation should come first.
Drugs
Why swimming and bathing advice matters for dog spot-on parasite meds
Topical canine antiparasitics don’t all handle bathing or swimming the same way, and labels matter.
Workforce
When clocked in doesn’t mean ready in veterinary practice
A new Veterinary Viewfinder episode says unclear morning expectations may be quietly hurting veterinary teams.
Outbreaks
Why environmental surveillance is gaining ground in poultry AMR
A JAVMA review says U.S. poultry AMR surveillance misses key environmental reservoirs on farms.
Welfare
Why veterinarians are wary of the ‘teacup dog’ label
A Whole Dog Journal article spotlights why ‘teacup’ dogs raise health, breeding, and client-education concerns.
Workforce
Armando Hoet joins WOAH group revising day-one vet competencies
Ohio State’s Armando Hoet was named to a five-member WOAH group updating global standards for day-one veterinary graduates.
Nutrition
Pulverized ingredients put pet food processing in focus
A consumer advocacy post is raising new questions about how finely pet food ingredients are processed before they reach the bowl.
Workforce
UF veterinary college ranks No. 6 in 2026 U.S. News list
The University of Florida’s veterinary college placed No. 6 nationally in the 2026 U.S. News rankings.
Nutrition
Study suggests smell, not just fullness, shapes feline eating
A new study suggests cats may stop eating because food odors become familiar, not just because they’re full.
Workforce
Vet Candy turns veterinary podcasts into a CE and community play
Vet Candy is pitching podcasts as part of a broader CE, wellness, and professional community platform for veterinary teams.
Workforce
Why veterinary note-writing standards are back in focus
New commentary highlights how clinical notes affect patient care, workflow, and legal risk in veterinary practice.
Drugs
Veterinary pharmacy pushes closer to specialty recognition
A new specialty push is putting veterinary pharmacy’s training gaps, safety risks, and clinical role under a brighter spotlight.
Research
Biportal endoscopic L7–S1 foraminotomy shows promise in dogs
A new Veterinary Surgery study suggests arthroscope-based biportal decompression may improve visualization and foraminal enlargement in dogs.
Research
Study suggests Vero cells could expand FIP coronavirus research
A new study reports successful propagation of feline coronavirus from FIP cases in Vero cells, offering a potentially more accessible research model.
Research
Study points to safer landmark for canine stifle arthrocentesis
An ex vivo study found the suprapatellar approach matched established techniques for accuracy and avoided cartilage injury.