'Doggy breath' may point to bigger health concernsFebruary 9, 2021While dogs and cats are unlikely to have especially “fresh” breath, the presence of a particularly sour odor in a pet’s mouth might indicate internal illness.
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Walmart partners on pet insuranceFebruary 9, 2021Nationwide and Walmart have teamed up on Nationwide Pet Rx Express, a program that will allow Nationwide's clients to fill their pet prescription medications at the retailer's 4,700 pharmacies.
Proactive care gets helping hand via telehealthFebruary 2, 2021Providing pets with the best care possible, even from a distance, is central to the American Veterinary Medical Association’s (AVMA’s) latest resource.
Cancer funding improves pets' access to careFebruary 1, 2021Pets battling cancer in the Lone Star State will have improved access to veterinary treatment and care, thanks to a new round of funding.
Feline-friendly tactics can help boost the bottom lineFebruary 1, 2021Ninety-nine percent of Cat Friendly Practices would recommend the certification program to other veterinary professionals, AAFP says.
World's tallest dog passes awayFebruary 1, 2021The animal community is mourning a massive loss with the passing of Freddy, the world's tallest male dog, at the age of eight. The Great Dane measured 3 feet, 4 inches (103.5 cm) from foot to withers. When standing on his hind legs, he was 7 feet, 5.5 inches (226 cm)—nearly five inches taller than basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal. Freddy, who first achieved the Guinness World Record in 2016, is mourned by his owner, Claire Stoneman, of Essex, England. "He was not just the tallest dog but the dog with the most love and the biggest heart," Stoneman says. "A total soppy bugger who was hand fed. "He was my life—my reason, my joy, my annoyance, my happiness, and my ultimate sadness. He was my heart Dane. My one in a million and loved by the entire world." "Freddy was such a gentle giant, and it was always a pleasure to see him bounding towards you," adds Guinness World Records editor-in-chief, Craig Glenday. "Measuring this mountain of a dog was an unforgettable—if challenging!—experience, and I'll always treasure the couple of occasions I got to share a sofa with him—there was just about enough room for the two of us!" For …
Fungal disease threatens western bat populationsJanuary 26, 2021Western states should introduce proactive conservation measures to protect their hibernating bat species.
Ancient wolf pup found in Canada shows European ancestryJanuary 26, 2021Zhùr, a pup frozen for 57,000 years, answers questions about ancient wolves’ diet and lifestyle, scientists say.
$145M investment expands Arkansas pet food facilityJanuary 26, 2021A pet food manufacturing site in Arkansas is expected to see an upswing in production, thanks to a sizable investment.
Stay proactive with parasite preventivesJanuary 25, 2021Veterinarians should prompt clients with early appointment notices to avoid potential patient backlog, CAPC says.
