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.
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FDA rules, state legislation, practice acts, DEA scheduling, scope of practice, telehealth regulations.
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Colorado’s VPA rollout hits a rulemaking speed bump
Colorado regulators revisited a key VPA exam decision, exposing unresolved questions in the state’s first-in-the-nation rollout.
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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.
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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.
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House advances Farm Bill with key veterinary provisions
The House-passed 2026 Farm Bill includes dog importation, biosecurity, and veterinary workforce measures.
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Congress’s 2009 pet food labeling deadline is still unfinished
FDA still hasn't completed pet food standards Congress ordered by September 27, 2009.
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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.
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Mexico pet travel rules stay simple, but re-entry is the catch
Mexico still waives health certificates for dogs and cats, but U.S. re-entry rules now deserve closer attention.
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Benin study finds high biosafety risk across veterinary labs
A new assessment found all veterinary labs surveyed in Benin were rated high risk for biosafety and biosecurity gaps.
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CBD in cats faces a regulatory maze, despite growing safety data
Veterinarians face legal uncertainty on feline CBD as research grows, but FDA approval and state clarity still lag.
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Moroccan shrimp sulfite study sharpens focus on seafood compliance
A new study examines sulfite residues in Moroccan shrimp and the compliance issues tied to seafood safety and trade.
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Donald Prater takes over FDA Human Foods Program on an acting basis
FDA named veterinarian Donald Prater acting deputy commissioner for food, putting him in charge of the Human Foods Program.
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Dutch regulator pushes tighter oversight of veterinary sector
The Netherlands’ competition regulator wants new safeguards on pricing, transparency, and consolidation in companion animal care.
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Swedish complaint study highlights communication risk in vet care
A Swedish analysis of 500 disciplinary complaints found most drew no sanction, but communication and professionalism repeatedly surfaced.
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FDA opens FY2027 MUMS grant applications for animal drug studies
FDA has opened the first FY2027 MUMS grant window, with awards of up to $250,000 per year for eligible animal drug studies.
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UK weighs tighter access to flea and tick products
UK regulators are reviewing whether some flea and tick treatments should face tighter supply controls over water pollution concerns.
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JAVMA paper spotlights fast emissions cuts for veterinary clinics
A new JAVMA article says veterinary practices can quickly cut emissions through energy efficiency, electrification, and cleaner power.
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What veterinarians need to know about DEA reverse distribution
A VETgirl podcast spotlights the DEA rules, records, and risks tied to disposing of controlled substances.
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Study asks what policymakers need from animal health briefs
A new Frontiers study outlines how policymakers want animal disease control evidence delivered.
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EPR mandates push pet food packaging from sustainability to compliance
State EPR laws are turning packaging sustainability into a cost, compliance, and design issue for food and pet food brands.
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Sunrise Air wins FDA clearance for upgraded home sleep test
Sunrise Group’s cleared Sunrise Air device adds new features to its at-home sleep apnea testing platform.
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FDA clears canine-labeled cosyntropin injection for adrenal testing
Dechra’s CosACTHen is the first FDA-approved cosyntropin injection specifically labeled for evaluating adrenal function in dogs.
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Iowa pseudorabies case ends 22-year run in commercial swine
USDA traced the first U.S. commercial pseudorabies case since 2004 from Iowa to a Texas source herd.
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Visalia arrest puts focus on unlicensed veterinary care online
Police say a Visalia woman posed as a veterinarian online and performed illegal procedures that harmed multiple animals.
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Cepheid wins IVDR CE mark for 11-target Xpert GI Panel
Cepheid’s Xpert GI Panel gained IVDR CE marking in Europe, expanding rapid syndromic GI testing on GeneXpert systems.
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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.
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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.
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Why the old VCPR playbook no longer fits practice
California and Florida have changed VCPR rules, reshaping telehealth and refill decisions for veterinarians.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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FDA opens FY2026 veterinary drug research grant applications
FDA is accepting FY2026 AVIC grant applications for research in aquaculture, minor ruminants, food safety, and antimicrobial stewardship.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Michigan jury convicts former Bay Animal Hospital manager
A Michigan jury convicted a former Bay Animal Hospital office manager of embezzling more than $20,000 from the clinic.
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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.
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EMA accepts GSK’s bepirovirsen filing in chronic hepatitis B
GSK’s hepatitis B candidate bepirovirsen has entered EMA review after positive phase III data.
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Pet food oversight structure draws renewed conflict questions
A 2018 advocacy piece argues university-based pet food regulators face structural conflict concerns.
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CHMP backs Sanofi’s Cenrifki for non-relapsing SPMS
Sanofi’s tolebrutinib moved a step closer to EU approval after a positive CHMP opinion in non-relapsing SPMS.
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Motif wins FDA IDE for first depression implant feasibility trial
Motif Neurotech can now start its RESONATE study of a minimally invasive implant for treatment-resistant depression.
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Blue Buffalo faces class action over grain-free DCM claims
An Illinois lawsuit says Blue Buffalo marketed grain-free dog food as healthy despite concerns about diet-associated DCM.
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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.
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EU clears Ipsen’s Ojemda for BRAF-altered pediatric glioma
The European Commission granted conditional approval to Ojemda for previously treated BRAF-altered pediatric low-grade glioma.
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AHI welcomes animal health carveout in new pharma tariff order
AHI says the White House tariff proclamation recognizes animal health products, but key implementation details still matter.
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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.
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Japan approves Dupixent for adults with bullous pemphigoid
Japan cleared Dupixent for bullous pemphigoid, expanding the first targeted option for this rare autoimmune skin disease.
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Sanofi’s venglustat wins FDA breakthrough tag in type 3 Gaucher
FDA granted Breakthrough Therapy designation to Sanofi’s venglustat for neurological manifestations of type 3 Gaucher disease.
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FDA accepts Cogent’s bezuclastinib NDA in nonadvanced SM
Cogent’s bezuclastinib cleared FDA filing review in NonAdvSM, with a decision due December 30, 2026.
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FDA clears Johnson & Johnson’s oral psoriasis drug Icotyde
Johnson & Johnson won FDA approval for Icotyde, a once-daily oral IL-23 therapy for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis.
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JenaValve wins FDA approval for Trilogy in severe aortic regurgitation
FDA approved JenaValve’s Trilogy system for high-risk patients with symptomatic, severe aortic regurgitation.
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CHMP backs Joenja for APDS, moving Pharming closer to EU approval
CHMP issued a positive opinion on Joenja for APDS, putting Pharming one step from EU authorization.
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CHMP backs Zepzelca plus Tecentriq for first-line ES-SCLC
A positive CHMP opinion moves lurbinectedin plus atezolizumab closer to EU use in first-line maintenance ES-SCLC.
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Study highlights disease burden in confiscated birds and reptiles
A new study shows confiscated CITES-listed birds and reptiles bring complex disease and mortality risks into rescue-center care.
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Missouri certifies class action over grain-free dog food and DCM
A Missouri class action revives scrutiny of grain-free dog food marketing and the unresolved DCM debate.
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AI’s role in care is growing, but clinicians still lead
New reviews and regulatory guidance say AI can support veterinary care, but it’s not ready to replace clinical judgment.
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EMA accepts GSK’s bepirovirsen filing for chronic hepatitis B
GSK’s bepirovirsen has entered EMA review after phase 3 trials met endpoints in chronic hepatitis B.
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Kallisio wins CE mark for Stentra in head and neck radiotherapy
Kallisio’s Stentra oral immobilization system won CE certification, opening the door to European rollout in head and neck radiation therapy.
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AHC unveils 2025 year-end Congressional Scorecard
The American Horse Council released its 2025 year-end scorecard tracking congressional support for the equine industry.
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Royal Canin says 2025 donations reached 27.7 million meals
Royal Canin says it donated 27.7 million meals across North America in 2025, with support tied to 23 partners and five disasters.
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FDA clears LivaNova aura6000 for moderate to severe sleep apnea
LivaNova’s aura6000 won FDA PMA, adding a new hypoglossal nerve stimulation option for adults with moderate to severe OSA.
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FDA denies petition to require ‘feed grade’ pet food labels
After 1,333 days, FDA rejected a petition seeking mandatory ‘feed grade’ disclosures on pet food labels and marketing.
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New Hampshire weighs titer-based rabies vaccine exemptions
A New Hampshire bill would allow some pets to skip rabies boosters based on titer testing, but national guidance says titers aren’t a substitute.
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US trade gap stayed high in 2025 as pet food surplus shrank
The U.S. trade deficit narrowed slightly in 2025, while the dog and cat food surplus fell sharply.
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Three women highlighting veterinary medicine’s broader reach
A Vet Candy feature spotlights three veterinarians whose careers span FDA leadership, aerospace medicine, and disaster response.
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Pet food safety debate puts regulatory effectiveness in focus
A new critique of pet food oversight raises fresh questions about whether current rules prevent enough harm.
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Anecia Hawkins profile highlights mentorship and diversity in vet med
A Vet Candy spotlight on LMU student Anecia Hawkins underscores how mentorship, communication, and diversity work are shaping future veterinarians.
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Board complaint guidance puts focus on records and consent
A new dvm360 discussion says most board complaints are manageable, but poor communication and weak records still raise risk.
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High-oleic soybeans gain traction in dairy nutrition
MSU-led research and early farm results suggest high-oleic soybeans can lift milk components while cutting feed costs.
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Loose vervet monkeys put St. Louis on alert
Multiple vervet monkeys spotted near O’Fallon Park raised public safety, animal control, and regulatory questions in St. Louis.
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St. Louis monkey escape highlights primate policy gaps
Loose vervet monkeys in St. Louis quickly became a public health and enforcement story.
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Why vet tech representation on state boards is gaining ground
A technician-led push for seats on state veterinary boards is moving from advocacy into formal regulatory policy.
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RCVS opens nominations for 2016 council elections
The RCVS invited vets and veterinary nurses to stand for elected council seats in its 2016 governance cycle.