$100M raised to advance canine longevity drug toward FDA reviewFebruary 16, 2026 Biotech company Loyal reports progress on Expanded Conditional Approval requirements and enrollment completion in 1,300-dog STAY trial
Education Center - SponsoredWhy Some Dogs Keep Seizing: Understanding and Managing Refractory Epilepsyby • PRN PharmacalThe severe impact of drug-resistant epilepsy highlights the importance of aiming for complete seizure control in all dogs experiencing seizures. It's crucial to enhance our understanding of the reasons behind drug resistance and how they relate to various causes, progression of the disease, and affected breeds.
Therapy dogs decrease loneliness in psychiatric patients, research showsFebruary 10, 2026 Over three days, 60 hospitalized adults receiving treatment for acute mental illness participated in 20-minute sessions, with loneliness measured before and after each visit using validated assessment tools.
Confidence through education, training focus of WVCFebruary 10, 2026Dr. Anthony Pease of the Viticus Group gives an exclusive sneak peek of the upcoming Western Veterinary Conference (WVC), tackling innovations in continuing education, latest exhibitor offerings, and exciting social events. Plus, a look at what to expect at the group's Nashville expansion.
FDA approves generic NSAID for post-op pain and inflammation in catsFebruary 10, 2026 The product is indicated for the control of postoperative pain and inflammation associated with orthopedic surgery, ovariohysterectomy, and castration in cats at least four months old and weighing at least 5.5 lbs.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTech Talk: A case against Arizona's 'hours vs education' billFebruary 5, 2026By Jennifer Serling, MVEd, BVSc, AAS, CVT, RVT, VTES
FDA approves drug to control seizures in dogs with idiopathic epilepsyFebruary 3, 2026The potassium bromide chewable tablet is available only by prescription to reduce the risk of intoxication, which can occur when high levels of bromide overwhelm the nervous system.
USDA approves new oral Bordetella vaccine for dogsFebruary 1, 2026The oral vaccine is reportedly the first USDA-licensed ½ mL oral Bordetella bronchiseptica vaccine for dogs and is designed to “reduce adverse reactions by removing unwanted protein and debris and to improve patient comfort.”
Rising costs strain vet care access, study findsJanuary 27, 2026Check out insights from the recent PetSmart Charities–Gallup study revealing gaps between veterinarians and pet owners on flexible care options amid shared financial strain.
Dog survives 17 minutes of CPR after drug ingestionJanuary 27, 2026Check out the story of an Oregon dog that survived prolonged cardiopulmonary arrest after ingesting multiple human medications, underscoring the impact of rapid, coordinated emergency care.
