Fellowship program bolsters community careAugust 24, 2026The initiative aims to bridge the transition from veterinary school into practice through mentorship, peer collaboration, and ongoing professional development for veterinary students.
Education Center - SponsoredHow AI-Enabled Diagnostic Platforms are Buying Back Time for Veterinarians and Cliniciansby • Zoetis DiagnosticsIn the right context, AI yields the power to enhance clinical confidence and streamline decision-making – without replacing the human touch that defines the profession.
Oregon hospital trains K9 handlers in emergency careAugust 24, 2026Led by DoveLewis emergency veterinarian Sarah Tauber, DVM, the course taught handlers how to recognize and manage medical emergencies when veterinary care is not immediately accessible.
Oral rabies vaccine baits distributed across Northern MaineAugust 20, 2026The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Wildlife Services has reportedly distributed nearly 599,000 oral rabies vaccine (ORV) baits across Aroostook County following detections of rabid raccoons in the area.
FDA authorizes drug to treat New World screwworm in dogs and puppiesAugust 14, 2026The recent emergency authorization granted by the agency adds a veterinary treatment options for dogs with NWS myiasis.
What licensure in veterinary medicine really ensuresAugust 11, 2026The North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) is not designed to identify the most polished clinician or future specialist, but to answer a far more important question: Can this veterinarian be trusted with animal and public health?
Scholarships support next generation of veterinariansAugust 4, 2026Five veterinary students receive $10,000 awards for their commitment to poultry health and medicine.
Joint meds recalled over potential glass fibersAugust 1, 2026Four lots of injectable joint medications for dogs and horses are being recalled nationwide.
Partnership focuses on nutrition and care for aging dogsAugust 1, 2026As more dogs reportedly live into their senior years, veterinary teams are increasingly focused on strategies to support healthy aging. A new educational partnership between Purina and the Senior Dog Veterinary Society will provide veterinary professionals with information on nutrition and other considerations for older canine patients. More than half of U.S. dog-owning households reportedly have a senior dog, highlighting the growing importance of understanding age-related changes.1 However, there is no universally defined senior life stage for dogs. Aging can vary considerably based on factors such as breed, size, genetics, and environment. Unlike puppies and adult dogs, senior dogs do not have specific nutritional requirements established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO). As a result, nutritional recommendations for older dogs may require individualized consideration based on a patient's health status, life stage and other factors. "Senior dogs are not simply adult dogs who have reached a certain birthday," says Dr. RuthAnn Lobos, senior veterinarian at Purina. "Subtle changes in muscle condition, mobility, cognition and digestive health may begin before a more significant decline, creating an important opportunity for veterinary teams to take a more proactive approach to senior dog care – especially through …
Brain Teaser: Can you solve this puzzle?August 1, 2026Test your veterinary knowledge with our monthly challenge, featuring a seven-month-old female Pembroke Welsh Corgi presenting for vomiting
Select pet medications now available at CVS PharmacyJuly 22, 2026Veterinary teams can direct clients to approximately 9,000 CVS Pharmacy locations nationwide for select dog and cat medications, including antibiotics, allergy, flea and tick control, insulin, and pain relievers.
