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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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Ohio State expands Protect OHIO push on rural vet workforce
Ohio State is scaling Protect OHIO with town halls, scholarships, and class growth aimed at rural and large-animal veterinary shortages.
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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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April FDA approvals split the spotlight between obesity and animal health
FDA’s April 2026 approvals included Lilly’s oral GLP-1 Foundayo and four animal drug approvals across cats, dogs, sheep, and horses.
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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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Ohio State expands Protect OHIO to bolster rural vet workforce
Protect OHIO ties veterinary workforce growth to rural access, producer support, and disease preparedness in Ohio.
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HABRI launches housing coalition after spring policy forum
HABRI’s spring forum put pet-inclusive housing at the center of pet retention and veterinary care continuity.
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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 and dog import changes
The House-passed 2026 Farm Bill includes 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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Non-clinical veterinary careers gain traction with students
A growing push across veterinary medicine says students need clearer paths into industry, public health, policy, and other non-clinical roles.
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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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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.
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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 approves Icotyde for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis
Johnson & Johnson’s Icotyde approval adds a once-daily oral IL-23 receptor blocker for plaque psoriasis.
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FDA clears JenaValve Trilogy for severe aortic regurgitation
JenaValve’s Trilogy becomes the first FDA-approved transcatheter option for 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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Confiscated CITES birds and reptiles show rescue-center disease burden
A new study highlights disease, mortality, and biosecurity pressures in confiscated birds and reptiles entering rescue care.
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Study details disease and mortality in confiscated CITES wildlife
A new study examines how confiscated birds and reptiles fare in rescue-center care, with implications for triage, biosecurity, and welfare.
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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 approves LivaNova aura6000 for obstructive sleep apnea
LivaNova won FDA premarket approval for aura6000, a hypoglossal nerve stimulation device 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 bill tests titer-based rabies exemptions
A New Hampshire proposal would allow some pets to skip rabies boosters based on titer testing, raising concerns for veterinarians.
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Middle East conflict keeps large numbers of travelers stranded
Airspace closures and flight suspensions across the Middle East left travelers stranded and routes unstable.
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Middle East war disruption continues to strand travelers
Airspace closures and limited evacuation options are still disrupting travel across Iran, Israel, Jordan, Lebanon, and the Gulf.
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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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Iran succession signals harder line amid regional disruption
Iran’s move to elevate Mojtaba Khamenei points to regime continuity as conflict-driven disruption spreads across the region.
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Iran’s hardline succession raises wider supply chain concerns
Iran’s appointment of Mojtaba Khamenei signals regime continuity amid a widening regional conflict.
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Iran’s leadership succession signals harder-line continuity
Mojtaba Khamenei’s rise suggests Tehran is entrenching hardline rule as regional disruption deepens.
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Iran hardens course with Mojtaba Khamenei succession
Iran’s leadership succession points to continued hardline rule, with potential ripple effects for sanctions, logistics, and animal health supply chains.
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Iran succession points to hardline continuity amid wider conflict
Iran’s naming of Mojtaba Khamenei signals regime continuity, with potential ripple effects for supply chains and regional operations.
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Iran’s leadership transition points to deeper regional disruption
Iran’s move to install Mojtaba Khamenei signals hardline continuity and wider regional risk.
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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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AVMA highlights policy career path through Jacey Cerda podcast
A new AVMA podcast episode spotlights Dr. Jacey Cerda and the Government Relations externship as a pathway into veterinary advocacy.
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DEA reverse distribution is back on the radar for veterinarians
A VETgirl podcast highlights how veterinary practices can use reverse distributors to handle controlled-substance disposal compliantly.
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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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Board complaints put documentation and consent back in focus
A new dvm360 podcast revisits how veterinarians can respond to board complaints and reduce risk.
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How veterinarians can respond when a board complaint arrives
New discussion from dvm360 highlights how veterinarians can prepare for and respond to board complaints.
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Veterinary media spotlight how clinicians can handle board complaints
New podcast coverage is turning board complaints into a practical conversation about process, documentation, and informed consent.
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Handling a veterinary board complaint starts before one is filed
New guidance highlights communication, records, and informed consent as key defenses in board complaints.
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What veterinary teams should know about board complaints
A new dvm360 podcast highlights how veterinarians can prepare for and respond to board complaints.
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Board complaints move into the veterinary risk-management spotlight
New podcast discussions highlight informed consent, documentation, and state-board readiness for veterinary teams.
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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.