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 …
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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.
New analytics platform bolsters veterinary workforce managementJuly 22, 2026The tool, launched by Roo, is designed to give veterinary hospital leaders network-wide data on shift coverage, cancellations, utilization, and staffing gaps.
CVTEA releases latest veterinary technology accreditation decisionsJuly 22, 2026Long Island University gains full accreditation as the AVMA committee updates program statuses nationwide.
Study links feline CKD to changes in gut metabolitesJuly 22, 2026Researchers at Nestlé Purina Research and four U.S. universities found clear differences in the fecal metabolites of cats with chronic kidney disease (CKD), particularly in fat-related compounds, suggesting changes in gut health, inflammation, and fat metabolism.
New feline-only organization aims to close gap in veterinary careJuly 21, 2026New Colorado hospital set to open this fall is designed around feline behavior and aims to improve access to care for cats.
Report highlights financial barriers shaping veterinary care decisionsJuly 21, 2026Survey finds many pet owners delay treatment because of cost, while increasing numbers turn to online and AI tools before seeking veterinary advice.
New dog food rolls enter the fresh pet food marketJuly 17, 2026Hill’s Pet Nutrition expands into fresh nutrition with a single-protein refrigerated dog food line that comes in three flavors.
Wildlife medicine, companion animal care connection discussed at AVMA ConventionJuly 13, 2026Veterinary leaders at the AVMA Convention 2026 in Anaheim, Calif., highlighted how principles used in wildlife medicine can improve the health, welfare, and veterinary experience of companion animals.
