Animal health groups receive Patterson fundingAugust 5, 2019Two animal health organizations have received grants from the Patterson Foundation.
A systematic approach to designing weight loss plans for cats and dogsAugust 2, 2019Obesity is defined as excess body weight that may contribute to impaired health and body function. Survey data suggest more than half of the cats and dogs in the U.S. are overweight or obese, making obesity the most common nutritional disease in companion animals.
RUSVM supports St. Kitts' first animal rescue centerAugust 2, 2019The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis has welcomed its first animal rescue center, thanks, in part, to support from Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine (RUSVM).
Pig ears linked to human cases of salmonellosisAugust 2, 2019Pet owners across 33 states are being advised to dispose all pig ear treats, as the products are believed to be linked to an ongoing outbreak of multidrug-resistant Salmonella infections in humans.
Sterilization preferred method for controlling feral felinesAugust 1, 2019High-intensity trap-neuter-return (TNR) practices may be the safest and most effective way to control free-roaming cat populations.
MightyVet granted nonprofit statusAugust 1, 2019MightyVet has been recognized as an official public charity by the IRS. The continuing education platform’s new tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the United States Internal Revenue Code (IRC) means donations it receives are now fully deductible.
VetSuccess earns AAHA preferred provider statusJuly 31, 2019The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has named VetSuccess a preferred provider for practice analytics.
AAVMC issues call for proposalsJuly 31, 2019The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) is now accepting proposals for educational sessions and posters for its 2020 conference.
A conclusion on cannabis?July 30, 2019Cannabis is a “hot topic” right now, and the combination of loosening legal restrictions and great enthusiasm among its proponents and pet owners is driving research. As such, the evidence landscape is changing rapidly.
