Nonprofit, Florida Animal Friend, has provided $617,645 in grants to a myriad of low- or no-cost neuter and spaying through the state. Each of the recipients, which includes humane societies, SPCAs,...
The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine has again launched its VetSpecialists.com website, where pet owners can find important information and connect with specialists.
As part of a collaboration between Veterinary Hope Foundation and World Suicide Prevention Day (September 10), the duo seeks to increase knowledge of mental health struggles in the profession.
To describe the case of a domestic goose treated with lipid emulsion following the ingestion of oleander leaves
Ingestion of toxic substances is a common event in companion animals and livestock, especially in waterfowl. Oleander (Nerium oleander) toxicosis is rarely reported in avian species, with symptoms...
Most owners surveyed had a positive opinion on their dog's quality of life
Epilepsy is the most common chronic neurological disorder of dogs and requires a substantial commitment by the pet owner. The aim of this study was to evaluate how Italian owners of epileptic dogs...
The federation has signed Mind Matters Internationals joint statement committing to making a real difference in veterinary mental health.
The European Federation of Companion Animal Veterinary Associations (FECAVA) recently announced the signing of the Mind Matters International Joint Statement, which was initiated by the Royal College...
The worldwide market for animal vaccines is expected to reach $15.20 billion by 2030, according to a report by Allied Market Research, a market analysis firm. The area’s boom is forecast to reach a...
Evaluation of the currently available published literature regarding the association between chronic kidney disease and systemic hypertension in cats
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a highly prevalent disorder of senior cats. CKD is frequently diagnosed in association with hypertension, and the two conditions have an intermingled cause-and-effect...
To describe MRI appearance, identify clinical and clinicopathologic findings, and report outcomes of medical treatment of intracranial coccidioidomycosis in dogs
Background: Knowledge of the clinical and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) features of intracranial Coccidioides infection in dogs is essential for prompt diagnosis to limit disease-associated...
AMA, ASHP, and APA have all called for a moratorium on human prescriptions of ivermectin, a deworming agent in horses. Three medical organizations, the American Medical Association, American...
Neoplasia of the digestive tract should be considered as a differential for rabbits presenting with rectal prolapse
Rectal prolapse is rarely reported in rabbits, and it has been historically described in association with infectious conditions of the gastrointestinal tract.Two adult pet rabbits (Oryctolagus...
PetSmart Charities has committed as much as $1 million in funding to agencies involved in relief efforts for pets and their families impacted by the recent hurricane, Ida.
Unplanned pregnancies lead to the euthanization of numerous dogs every year
Unplanned pregnancies lead to the euthanization of numerous dogs every year. Neutering and spaying dogs help prevent these unwanted litters and can also have other benefits. Neutered and spayed dogs...
A group of researchers, including Spanish veterinarians, has studied the benefits of essential oils, including lemon myrtle oil and eucalyptus oil, for animal welfare, productivity and sustainability...
Acute abdominal dehiscence occurred at a median of 5 days post-operatively
Background: Incisional complications are a common cause of morbidity following laparotomy. Although uncommon, acute abdominal dehiscence (AAD) is a potentially fatal post-operative complication....
