'Chewbarka,' 'Darth Meow' among top Star Wars pet namesMay 4, 2021In honor of Star Wars Day, Trupanion has published a list of the top pet names inspired by the film franchise.
Education Center - SponsoredVector-Borne Disease Coming to a Neighborhood Near You: Which Tests to Reach For, and Why?by • AntechWhether it’s a screening to identify exposure to tick-borne pathogens, or a broad molecular diagnostic panel to help with acute disease detection or confirm the presence of genetic material, these options empower veterinary teams, guide treatment, and support antimicrobial stewardship.
Are veterinarians prepared to deal with ongoing COVID angst?April 27, 2021The SARS-CoV-2 virus, the organism responsible for the human pandemic, has been investigated in cats and dogs. Here is what we know—so far.
Access to care boosted with national grant programApril 26, 2021More pets across America are set to receive access to care, thanks to a new offering from the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF).
Feline CKD sees new treatment possibilityApril 26, 2021A novel cell-derived molecular therapy might offer a promising approach to treating chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats.
Oral cancer: Not just for older petsApril 19, 2021We generally think of oral cancer as a condition that affects middle-aged and older pets, but there are some types of neoplasia that are more common in young pets.
Shelter pet spays/neuters, microchipping supported via walkathonApril 19, 2021Veterinarians, technicians, and animal lovers are invited to “walk their tails off” in support of the Bissell Pet Foundation (BPF) virtual Walktail.
Feline CKD diagnostic tool can increase patient visitsApril 19, 2021A predictive diagnostic tool able to detect CKD in cats two years before it occurs might have a hand in getting more feline patients through the door and on the exam table.
Cat food pulled due to SalmonellaApril 15, 2021Cat owners in eight U.S. states are being asked to dispose of two specific lots of Meow Mix dry cat food due to possible Salmonella contamination.
Where does gabapentin fit in pain control?April 13, 2021Veterinary medicine suffers from a chronic lack of scientific evidence to identify safe and effective treatments.
Veterinarians need to stress year-round mosquito controlApril 13, 2021While once considered a disease limited to the southern United States, heartworm infections have now been confirmed in all 50 states.