Scholarship aims to ease financial burdens of future DVMs, offers full-time jobApril 29, 2024Audalys Pena, recipient of the VEG Scholarship, receives funding for the entire fourth year of her tuition at the University of Florida (UF) College of Veterinary Medicine, plus a full-time role as an emergency veterinarian post-graduation.
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Only 49 percent of veterinarians believe their profession is appreciated, survey showsApril 25, 2024In light of World Veterinary Day 2024, findings from a survey of veterinarians worldwide were released to showcase the perceived levels of appreciation for the veterinary profession.
New campaign against parvovirus aims to raise public awareness, vigilanceApril 23, 2024An educational initiative declares April 23 the National Parvo Awareness Day and launches an online tracking tool to help educate the public and guide veterinary professionals about potential parvovirus outbreaks
65-year-old manatee, Juliet, dies in Florida zoo months after rescueApril 23, 2024The manatee ‘declined suddenly’ overnight following a routine medical assessment, where the 3,045-lb animal exhibited health issues likely age-related, ZooTampa reports. It passed the next day.
Veterinary emergency team in Texas awarded for response efforts during the state's largest fireApril 22, 2024The Texas A&M’s Veterinary Emergency Team (VET) receives a 2024 NAVC Gives Award, including a $10,000 contribution in recognition of their response efforts during the Smokehouse Creek fire.
The Lighter Side: "Four Years Too Late"April 22, 2024“The Lighter Side” is a monthly cartoon feature that highlights the humorous and light-hearted perspectives in the world of animals and veterinary care.
Dermatitis, gastroenteritis among top reasons for veterinary visits, report showsApril 18, 2024For the 12th year, atopic or allergic dermatitis remains the most common health issue for dogs, while gastroenteritis tops the list for felines, according to an insurance-finance company claims report
Free screening eye exams to benefit working and service dogsApril 16, 2024Approximately 8,000 complimentary eye exams are provided in this annual program across the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico each year.
Wildfire disasters highlight the importance of burn injury care in companion animalsApril 16, 2024Treating burn injuries in animals consists of managing the systemic effects of the burn injury, ensuring adequate nutrition and fluid intake, dressing the wounds, debriding dead tissue, and managing pain.
At-risk shelter dogs spared from euthanasia through a heartworm awareness initiativeApril 15, 2024More than 12,800 shelter pets, including nearly 1,300 asymptomatic heartworm-positive dogs, were transported to adoptive homes as part of a heartworm awareness initiative.
