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Why Companies Are Doubling Down On a Pet-Related Job Perk
Source: The Business Journals Employers are increasingly offering pet-related benefits, particularly pet insurance, to attract and retain younger workers—especially Gen Z. Since 2022, job postings that include pet insurance have risen significantly, with an 18%...
Novel Milking Speed Trait Is Highly Heritable
Source: Hoard's Dairyman A new “milking speed” trait (MSPD) will be introduced in the August 2025 genetic evaluations for Holsteins, offering dairy producers a way to improve milking efficiency through selective breeding. Developed by the Council on Dairy Cattle...
Popular Sugar Substitute Found in Gum, Baked Goods Nearly Kills Oregon Dog
Source: Koin 06 Afi, a six-year-old Jack Russell terrier mix, is recovering after ingesting a potentially lethal amount of xylitol, a sugar substitute commonly found in gum, baked goods, and other household items. Afi consumed approximately 35 pieces of...
New Research Focuses On Preventing GI Disease Before It Happens
Source: AAHA Researchers at Texas A&M’s Gastrointestinal Laboratory have identified biomarkers that may predict gastrointestinal (GI) disease in dogs before symptoms appear. Focusing on Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers—prone to protein-losing enteropathy (PLE)—the...
Can Aggression in Golden Retrievers Be Linked to Food?
Source: AAHA Golden retrievers are widely seen as gentle and friendly dogs, but like any breed, they can exhibit aggression. Since behavioral issues like aggression often lead to pet relinquishment, researchers at the University of California-Davis and the Morris...
FDA Issues Warning Letters To Companies Selling Unapproved CBD Products
Source: AVMA The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued warning letters to three companies—Bailey’s Wellness, Holista, and House of Alchemy—for marketing unapproved cannabidiol (CBD) products for pets. These products, including oils, chews, and pellets,...
Brooklyn Judge Rules Pet Dogs are Family Members
Source: Gothamist A Brooklyn Supreme Court judge, Aaron Maslow, has ruled that dogs can be legally recognized as “immediate family” in specific wrongful-death cases. The decision stemmed from a 2023 incident where Duke, a four-year-old dachshund, was struck and killed...
What Animal Has The Best Eyesight?
Source: Livescience Animal vision varies widely, with different species excelling in different visual abilities tailored to their needs. Birds of prey like hawks and eagles possess the most detailed vision, seeing three to five times more clearly than humans thanks...
Some Dogs Have a Higher Risk of Digestive Problems like Diarrhea
Source: Earth.com A new study analyzing over 2.2 million UK vet records finds that acute diarrhea affects about 1 in 12 dogs annually. Led by Dan O’Neill of the Royal Veterinary College, the research identifies high-risk breeds, symptoms, and common treatments....
Rabies Death Sparks ‘Jump in Vaccine Inquiries’
Source: BBC The death of Yvonne Ford, a 59-year-old British woman, from rabies after a minor scratch from a puppy in Morocco has sparked increased concern among UK travelers. Pharmacist Olamide Olokanmi reported a surge in inquiries and demand for the rabies vaccine...
In Stressful Times, Our Anxiety Can Rub Off On Pets. Causes and Cures for Pet Anxiety
Source: AP News As anxiety rises among humans, our pets may also be experiencing increased stress. Experts like Veterinary nurse Frankie Jackson and veterinarian Dr. Becky Peters highlight a feedback loop where pets mirror their owners’ emotional states....
Pet Hospital Without Power for Days After a Thief Steals Breaker Box
Source: CBS 8 A theft at B Street Veterinary Hospital in San Diego has left the clinic without power, causing major disruptions and financial losses. Late Saturday night, a thief stole the hospital’s breaker box, an act captured on surveillance footage. The loss of...
California Condor Population Takes Flight with Los Angeles Zoo Hatchings
Source: KTLA 5 Optimism is high within the California Condor Recovery Program (CCRP) after the Los Angeles Zoo announced the successful hatching of 10 California condor chicks during the 2025 breeding season. All chicks are healthy and thriving, marking a significant...
How a Common Brain Parasite Disrupts Neural Communication
Source: University of California, Riverside A study by scientists at the University of California, Riverside reveals how the parasite Toxoplasma gondii can disrupt brain function, even when infecting only a small number of neurons. Published in PLoS Pathogens, the...
UK Study Warns Swine Flu Variants in Pigs Raise Pandemic Risk
Source: South West Farmer A major UK study by the Royal Veterinary College warns that evolving swine flu viruses in Europe pose a significant pandemic threat if not properly addressed. The virus is already prevalent in about half of UK pig farms, indicating widespread...
Bernalillo County Shelter Overflows with Animals Following Cockfighting Operation Bust
Source: KOB 4 A recent bust of an alleged cockfighting operation in Albuquerque’s South Valley has overwhelmed the Bernalillo County Animal Care Services shelter with chickens, adding to an already high intake from a prior hoarding case. Shelter Director Misha...
Nationals’ Bat-Retrieving Dog Bruce Laps Up Pregame Attention, Makes MLB Debut
Source: AP News Bruce, a 21-month-old golden retriever, made his MLB debut Saturday at Nationals Park during the Washington Nationals’ “Pups in the Park” event. Known for retrieving bats for the Rochester Red Wings, the Nationals’ Triple-A affiliate, Bruce charmed...
Phoenix Zoo Receives $500,000 Donation For New Veterinary Medical Center
Source: KTAR News The Phoenix Zoo has received a $500,000 grant from Thunderbirds Charities, completing its $6.2 million fundraising goal to build a new, state-of-the-art Veterinary medical center. This over 27,000-square-foot facility will replace the aging Joyce...
Applications Open For 2026 Human-Animal Bond Research Funding Program
Source: Veterinary Practice News Purina has opened applications for its 2026 Sponsorship for Human-Animal Bond (HAB) Studies program, offering up to $40,000 in funding for research into the emotional and therapeutic connections between humans and animals. The...
Virus Transmission Between Bee Species Does Not Lead to New Variants
Source: University of Minnesota A University of Minnesota study found that while viruses from managed Western honey bees can infect native bumblebees, they do not mutate or spread within bumblebee populations. Researchers studied three viruses—deformed wing virus,...
Queen Creek Police Arrest Man After Dogs Found Dead Left in a Car
Source: AZ Central Queen Creek police arrested a 40-year-old man on June 13 after two dogs were found dead in a parked car. Officers responded to a report of animal cruelty near Signal Butte and Queen Creek roads, involving an employee from a local business in the...
His Dog Suffocated in a Chip Bag, and He Wants to Prevent Other Pet Deaths
Source: CBC Ian Reid, a retired surgeon from Indian Harbour, N.S., was devastated to find his dog Mingus dead after suffocating in a chip bag left on a TV stand. The bag had sealed tightly around the dog’s muzzle, cutting off oxygen. Reid, wracked with guilt, later...
Minnesota Researchers Refine Experimental Hemangiosarcoma Treatment
Source: AVMA Researchers at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine are developing a promising experimental treatment for canine hemangiosarcoma, a typically fatal cancer affecting around 50,000 dogs annually in the U.S. The therapy combines a blood...
EIA Outbreak Kills 21 Horses in Southwest US
Source: AVMA Dr. Bret Marsh, dean of Purdue University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, highlights an ongoing national shortage of veterinarians, particularly affecting rural communities. He attributes the issue to rising numbers of pets and changes in livestock...
Veterinarian Dies After Treating Cat Infected with Tick-Borne Virus
Source: The Asahi Shimbun A veterinarian in Mie Prefecture, Japan, has died after treating a cat infected with severe fever with thrombocytopenia syndrome (SFTS), a potentially deadly virus transmitted by ticks and infected animals. The veterinarian developed symptoms...