North Carolina will soon mandate veterinarians to declare gabapentin useDecember 20, 2023As part of Gov. Roy Cooper’s North Carolina Opioid and Substance Use Action Plan, he signed into law this past June a new requirement to report the use of the pain management medication
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More than $86,000 donation from Colorado woman supports animal health researchDecember 19, 2023Michele Alpert had allocated part of her estate to causes aligned with her passion for animals before her passing in January, directing $86,200 to Morris Animal Foundation.
Brain Teaser: Can you solve this puzzle?December 7, 2023Presentation: A six-year-old female spayed domestic shorthair cat presents for three years of constipation.
Treating 'America's most popular pets' among VMX 2024 CE offeringsDecember 7, 2023Disease management and diagnostics for cats, Frenchies, and bearded dragons are among topics to be offered in continuing education sessions at the 41stl Veterinary Meeting & Expo (VMX) in January.
Mental wellness of technicians central to new Texas A&M projectDecember 7, 2023The wellness initiative is aimed at providing veterinarian technicians a new space for relaxation, recharging, and connecting with colleagues.
Thermal imaging company receives Fear Free recognitionDecember 7, 2023WellVu Veterinary Thermal Imaging, formerly Digatherm, has become the first company in its category to receive the Fear Free Preferred Product recognition.
Guarding against rabies in KenyaDecember 6, 2023Wildlife conservation advocate, Deborah Aparicio, DVM, CWRS, shares her quest in offering veterinary preventive care through volunteer work.
Access to vet care, strengthened human-animal bond focus of new strategic partnershipDecember 5, 2023Synchrony will help HABRI in strengthening the human-animal bond by funding research projects and amplifying science-based education.
World's oldest living land animal turns 191 years oldDecember 4, 2023According to Guinness World Records, the tortoise’s record-breaking age is a “conservative estimate,” which means Jonathan could actually be even older.
Reducing environmental 'paw print' aim of new recycling programDecember 4, 2023VetCycle recycles cleaning products, personal protective equipment (PPE), and pet items, such as muzzles, leashes, and brushes, among others.
