Figo survey shows pet owner trends across generationsFebruary 21, 2025A recent survey by Figo Pet Insurance looked closely at how pet ownership is evolving through the generations. The survey, with research conducted by Morning Consult, reached more than 2,000 pet parents through online interviews. Results included different ways owners handle food for their pets, and what happens when it eats something it shouldn’t.
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AVMA-endorsed xylazine legislation reintroduced in CongressFebruary 20, 2025The AVMA reintroduced the Combating Illicit Xylazine Act in both the House and Senate. The legislation is reported to provide the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) with tools to help address the illicit drug by scheduling xylazine as a Schedule III drug, ensure common veterinary uses of the drug remain legal, help maintain the availability of the drug on the market for veterinarians, and allow the DEA to track the legitimate supply.
New report proposes solutions to advance role of pets for better mental healthFebruary 18, 2025The Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) issued a new report, The Role of Companion Animals for Improved Mental Health, earlier this month, that focuses on providing data, insights, and best practices to boost awareness and implementation of policies and programs that elevate the role of pets for improved mental health.
Zoetis receives conditional license from USDA for Avian Influenza VaccineFebruary 17, 2025 Zoetis announced on Friday the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Center for Veterinary Biologics (CVB) issued the company a conditional license for its Avian Influenza Vaccine, H5N2 Subtype, Killed Virus. The vaccine is labelled for use in chickens. The conditional license was granted on the demonstration of safety, purity, and reasonable expectation of efficacy based on serology data.
Trupanion IDs which Valentine's Day gift has proven most hazardous to pets—and it's not chocolateFebruary 14, 2025Since 2019, Trupanion has had 1,740 claims for chocolate toxicity-related claims around Valentine’s Day. On average Trupanion paid $727 for chocolate-related claims, with the highest claim being $9,376.
Brain Teaser: Can you solve this puzzle?February 6, 2025Presentation: A 13-year-old cocker spaniel mix presents for a dental procedure.
$8M annual investment bolsters veterinarians' career growth, well-beingFebruary 4, 2025New benefit offerings from a network of veterinary practices include efforts to help veterinarians pay off student debt.
Innovation, education, leadership focus of VMX 2025February 4, 2025The NAVC-hosted annual convention highlighted the latest advancements in veterinary medicine, such as AI-driven technology and new treatments and therapies.
FDA seeks public input on cannabis-derived products in vet medFebruary 3, 2025The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)’s Center for Veterinary Medicine aims to get information on overall trends related to these products, including adverse effects, safety issues, and toxicological risks.
5 Questions With … Dr. Michelle Larsen and Dr. Eric Morissette on AI-powered hematology innovationsJanuary 28, 2025Explore how AI-driven hematology can help in transforming veterinary diagnostics, improving care, and empowering pet owners—learn more from expert insights.
