Bronx Zoo tiger tests positive for COVID-19April 6, 2020The presence of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, has been confirmed in a tiger at New York’s Bronx Zoo.
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Australia's burned wildlife helped via intercontinental teamworkFebruary 26, 2020The coordinated humanitarian work of two veterinarians living in different continents is helping treat the burn wounds of countless animals affected by Australia’s recent wildfires.
VCA Charities to match $50K for Aussie relief in second-phase fundraiserFebruary 13, 2020After scorching the land and its inhabitants for more than two months, Australia’s wildfires have finally been contained; however, for the region’s veterinarians, work is far from complete.
$1M-grant aims to preserve, restore Aussie wildlife ravaged by deadly firesJanuary 23, 2020Morris Animal Foundation has allocated $1 million for scientific research grants to fund studies on how the region’s wildfires have affected its native animals.
No sign of mass in bear that underwent radiation treatment at Texas A&MJanuary 16, 2020Judge Sue “Lady” Sloan, the mascot of a private university in Waco, Tex., is making waves as the first bear to receive TomoTherapy to treat a tumor found in her chest.
AVMF to match $50,000 in donations for Australian reliefJanuary 10, 2020As news outlets continue to share the devastating impact of Australia’s wildfires, AVMA is encouraging members and nonmembers to support veterinarians working on the front line.
2019 They Ate What?! People's Choice winners revealedDecember 3, 2019As part of the annual They Ate What?! X-ray Contest, VPN invites its reader community to vote on what they think is the best rad among the finalists.
Adoptive immunotherapy, early cancer detection among VMX 2020 topicsNovember 29, 2019Breakthroughs in feline cancer treatments, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to detect canine ocular disease, and the latest pharmaceutical options are just a few of the innovations set to take center stage at the 36th annual Veterinary Meeting and Expo (VMX).
Veterinarians lead council for animal protectionNovember 20, 2019Ten veterinarians from across the U.S. have joined forces as the leaders of national advocacy campaigns for animal health, safety, and wellness.
2019 They Ate What?! X-ray Contest winnersSeptember 30, 2019 You can't help but marvel and shake your head a little when checking out the X-rays we get every year as part of our They Ate What?! Contest. You've got to wonder what an animal is thinking when they swallow an object whole, especially the long pointy ones (think fishing poles and forks). This year's entries didn't fail to deliver in the wild and wacky department, which made choosing a winner especially challenging for our panel of experts. Check out the X-ray that nabbed the highest scores in relevancy, appeal, originality, description, and appearance, along with the runners-up and honorable mentions. This year, the winner receives a $500 VISA gift card from contest prize sponsor, Trupanion. Contest judges Marty Becker, DVM, writes VPN's "In the Middle" column John Lewis, VMD, FAVD, DAVDC, writes VPN's "Dental Pearls" column Brennen McKenzie, MA, MSc, VMD, cVMA, writes VPN's "Evidence-Based Medicine" column Alice Villalobos, DVM, FNAP, is a member of VPN's editorial advisory board Phil Zeltzman, DVM, DACVS, CVJ, Fear Free Certified, writes VPN's "Surgical Insights" and "Practice Management" columns Patty Khuly, VMD, MBA, writes VPN's "Off Leash" Check out the winner >
