Advancements & research

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January 21, 2021
Study: One animal species can infect humans with SARS-CoV-2
We know humans can give SARS-CoV-2 to animals. But can animals give it to humans? According to Dutch researchers, the answer is . . . yes. -
January 14, 2021
Weekly News Roundup 1/8 to 1/14
This week: First recorded cases of gorillas catching COVID, brachycephalic cats at a disadvantage in conflict resolution, and feeding dogs leftover... -
January 13, 2021
New rapid-results urine culture test promotes antimicrobial stewardship
A new urine culture test that delivers results in less than 24 hours could help veterinarians prescribe fewer antibiotics when they’re not needed. -
January 7, 2021
Weekly News Roundup 1/1 to 1/7
This week: Protected species status doesn’t necessarily protect neighboring species, the latest veterinary school rankings, and the reason platypus... -
January 7, 2021
SARS-CoV-2 is mutating. Here’s what your hospital needs to know
Viruses mutate, and multiple variants of the virus that causes COVID are currently circulating. Should you be worried? -
January 5, 2021
Pandemic-related abandonment rates depend on where you live
Early reports that pets could be COVID carriers led to speculation that dog abandonment might skyrocket. A new study looks at what actually happene... -
December 31, 2020
Endangered black-footed ferret gets experimental COVID-19 vaccine in Colorado
When people first started worrying about what species besides humans could catch COVID, ferrets weren’t top of mind for most—except for a group of... -
December 31, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 12/24 to 12/31
This week: The FDA investigates reports of aflatoxin in pet food, dog racing to end in Florida, and the first year of pet ownership is the hardest. -
December 23, 2020
Understanding sleep patterns in healthy adult dogs
A new canine sleep study could serve as a baseline for future research on chronic pain and cognitive dysfunction in dogs—which could lead to improv... -
December 22, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 12/18 to 12/23
This week: Urban environments are bad for pets’—and owners’—allergies, a wild mink in Utah with COVID bodes ill for the future, and kangaroos can... -
December 17, 2020
Pets and owners may share diabetes risk
New research shows that owners of a dog with diabetes were more likely to develop type 2 diabetes during follow-up than owners of a dog without... -
December 17, 2020
Study: What dogs don’t hear when you talk to them
Dogs just don’t listen. Or maybe more to the point, dogs can’t listen. Despite their excellent hearing, dogs don’t hear the subtle differences... -
December 15, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 12/11 to 12/17
This week: Congress bans private ownership of big cats and Brazil taps dogs to sniff out COVID. Plus, how do robotic therapy dogs compare to the re... -
December 10, 2020
Epilepsy in dogs is harder on owners than we thought. Veterinarians can help.
A new study on canine idiopathic epilepsy focuses on its effects on owners: it's worse than we thought. But just knowing that means there's hope. -
December 10, 2020
Where are you in the vaccine queue?
As Americans await a vaccine rollout in the US, most are wondering when they’ll get their shots. Veterinary healthcare workers are no exception. -
December 10, 2020
Who are you calling “bird brain”?
Birds are far from stupid. So their lack of a neocortex has long baffled scientists. A new study may provide clues to help explain that mystery. -
December 9, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 12/4 to 12/10
This week: Nearly 20 million pets are at risk of COVID-related eviction, a simple blood test screens for canine cancer at Texas A&M, and new travel... -
December 2, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 11/26 to 12/3
This week: Escaped minks could spread coronavirus to people in Denmark, face masks pose a health risk to animals in an unusual way, and veterinary... -
November 25, 2020
Some infectious ticks prefer humans to dogs when the heat is on
It sounds like good news for dogs and bad news for humans. But that's only half right. -
November 25, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 11/20 to 11/25
This week: BluePearl expands end-of-life services, climate change has Arctic animals on the move, and a spike in pandemic-related dog bites. -
November 24, 2020
Penn Vet to evaluate first-of-its-kind point-of-care pathogen-detection system
Penn Vet is testing a new tool that does real-time veterinary diagnostic testing at the point of care. The technology could be a gamechanger. -
November 24, 2020
Survey reveals pain points of pet ownership during the pandemic
A new report presents a snapshot of how pet ownership has evolved in response to the pandemic. And while many of the findings are positive, some pe... -
November 19, 2020
FDA approves first intratumoral injection to treat nonmetastatic mast cell tumors in dogs
On Monday, the FDA approved Stelfonta to treat mast cell tumors in dogs, giving clinicians a new treatment modality. -
November 19, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 11/13 to 11/19
This week: A protein that protects against Lyme disease, a clue to the cause of canine lung disease, and the pandemic leads to pet theft in the UK. -
November 18, 2020
Scientists discover new species of tick-borne bacteria dangerous to dogs
Researchers have identified a new species of Rickettsia bacteria—and a new vector for Rocky Mountain spotted fever in dogs. -
November 12, 2020
Study: UV air-disinfection systems can reduce upper respiratory infections in cats
A new study offers hope for reducing the incidence of URIs in animals housed together. -
November 5, 2020
Gooood dog: Why dogs like vowels
Dogs like A, E, I, O, and U. They also like Y, but we don’t know for sure how often. Here’s the science behind dogs’ affinity for vowels. -
October 29, 2020
FDA approves first medicine for weight management in cats with chronic kidney disease
A newly approved medication could prolong the lives of cats diagnosed with chronic kidney disease by helping them maintain a healthy weight. -
October 28, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 10/23 to 10/29
This week: Applications to veterinary school are way up, American Humane’s 2020 veterinary heroes, and where do pets go when they pass? -
October 22, 2020
What the AVMA’s new antimicrobial-resistant pathogens report means for companion-animal veterinarians
Antimicrobial-resistant microorganisms are one of the most serious global problems facing both human and animal healthcare. Antimicrobial stewardsh... -
October 22, 2020
Study: There may be a biomarker for canine osteoarthritis—and it involves cranial cruciate ligaments
Despite common wisdom, a new study out of Cornell suggests that the presence of lubricin might actually be a predictor of osteoarthritis. -
October 22, 2020
New resource helps teams cope after the suicide of a colleague
Veterinary professionals are at high risk of suicide. If the unthinkable happens at your hospital, a new guide can help your staff in the aftermath. -
October 15, 2020
Cats may be ideal models for SARS-CoV-2 vaccine
Cats can transmit SARS-CoV-2 to other cats. But they could be the future poster animals for developing a vaccine. -
October 15, 2020
Study: Orphaned kittens show more stress
Orphaned kittens experience more stress than those who are cared for by their mothers, according to a new study from UC Davis. And it shows. -
October 14, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 10/9 to 10/15
This week: The Tasmanian devils’ triumphant return, blinking slowly can help you communicate with cats, and dogs may like each other’s faces more... -
October 14, 2020
Study: Pheromones may be key to peace between cats and dogs
Multipet households are common—but what if some of those pets, specifically cats and dogs, don’t get along? Pheromones might be the answer. -
October 8, 2020
Evaluation of Contamination of Multiuse Suture Cassettes in an HQHVSN Environment
Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association free article: Are absorbable suture cassettes contaminated through multiuse in a high-quality... -
October 7, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 10/2 to 10/8
This week: Salmonella outbreaks reported in pet hedgehogs, a Colorado community college launches the country’s first veterinary technician... -
October 7, 2020
JAAHA launches a streamlined new website
AAHA’s peer-reviewed, scientific journal unveiled a new website this week, featuring a sleek, modern look that improves reader experience. -
September 30, 2020
New research identifies genetic factors contributing to small body size in some dogs
They wanted to find the genetic basis for a dental condition in one particular breed. They found more than they bargained for. -
September 30, 2020
Once-per-day feedings could improve feline health
Feeding cats more often might actually make them hungrier. Here's why. -
September 29, 2020
Top 5 consequences of brachycephaly
Anne Fawcett, BVSc, MVS, MANZCVS, DECAWBM, shares how brachycephalic conformation is associated with multiple health problems, some of which can be... -
September 24, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 9/18 to 9/24
This week: Researchers investigate why pets catch coronavirus, feeding cats less frequently may be better for them, and a poll on pet owners’... -
September 23, 2020
Cognitive decline in dogs: Do enriched diets and training make a difference?
While some studies suggest that lifelong training and an enriched diet could slow cognitive aging in dogs, most of those focus on dogs in a... -
September 17, 2020
Mr. Fluffybottom goes to Washington: Pet Week on Capitol Hill
Last week, pets held Congress hostage for three days, and all they did was be their adorable, dependable selves. -
September 16, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 9/11 to 9/17
This week: An inspirational league of veterinary superheroes, a cloned horse could save a species, and the ratio of labra to doodle in labradoodles. -
September 16, 2020
US Pet Market Outlook, COVID edition, is better than expected
When market research firm Packaged Facts took the unusual step of issuing a June update to their 2020–2021 US Pet Market Outlook , they wanted to... -
September 14, 2020
Study: More cats could be catching COVID than previously thought
Cats who catch COVID seem to be fighting off the virus with naturally developed antibodies. And more of them may have it than we thought. -
September 10, 2020
Pandemic puppies and multidog aggression: How to help clients fix behavioral issues
Cases of canine housemate aggression spiked when pet owners tried to integrate their new pandemic adoptees into a household where another dog alrea... -
September 10, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 9/4 to 9/10
This week: FDA announces dog food recall, the secrets of FeLV revealed, and singing dogs in the wild are very much alive. -
September 3, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 8/28 to 9/3
This week: A spicy new way to treat canine uveitis, a cat drug could treat COVID-19 in humans, and the FDA warns against deceptively packaged hand... -
September 1, 2020
New evidence supports the value of preventive care profiles on all adult dogs
Preventive care profiles aren’t just for senior and geriatric patients. -
September 1, 2020
5 pillars of an antimicrobial stewardship program
Just as antibiotic resistance is a concern for all of us, antimicrobial stewardship is a responsibility for us all. -
August 27, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 8/21 to 8/27
This week: Not all service dogs make the cut, active dogs are less fearful, and veterinary students in Georgia will learn to care for bees. -
August 27, 2020
Data on the consequences of early sterilization continues to mount
Two new studies found that heavier dogs have higher health risks if spayed or neutered too early. -
August 20, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 8/14 to 8/20
This week: The secret to harmonious pet relationships, pandas and dogs are cute (but not together), and hip surgery gives a Texas camel a new lease... -
August 13, 2020
Parasites don’t care that there’s a pandemic. A new alert system may help counter infections
COVID-19 has infiltrated every aspect of daily life, so it’s difficult to not get caught up in the maelstrom of the pandemic’s effects. But the usu... -
August 13, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 8/7 to 8/13
This week: Another dog who tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 dies, veterinary students seek diversity from within, and cat drugs show promise for... -
August 5, 2020
The reason cats get COVID and dogs don’t
A couple of Canadian researchers may have figured out why cats get COVID and dogs don’t: a mutation in the gene that provides a vector for the nove... -
July 16, 2020
New noninvasive diagnostic test for IBD
Chronic vomiting and diarrhea are common clinical signs of IBD. But that very commonness can make it tricky to diagnose. -
July 16, 2020
Piggybacking pandemics?
Are you ready for another pandemic? Not later, after this one is over—right now. Because it is a possibility. And it starts with pigs. -
July 16, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 7/10 to 7/16
This week: Coronavirus hampers help for feral cats in Canada, buying drugs on Facebook’s black market, and AAHA’s only accredited zoo tests a goril... -
July 9, 2020
Is COVID in your A/C?
Aerosolization could explain the alarming spike in COVID cases. Is your hospital's ventilation system up to the challenge? -
July 2, 2020
CSU veterinary students need your help with COVID-19 research
Researchers need your help to find out how COVID-19 is impacting pet care for at-risk pet owners. And they’re willing to compensate you. To a point. -
July 2, 2020
FDA approves generic version of topical parasiticide for cats
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Vetoquinol USA’s Imoxi Topical Solution for Cats. -
June 25, 2020
Training dogs to sniff COVID-19 in . . . armpits?
SARS-CoV-2 is transmitted person-to-person through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. But what other bodily fluids mig... -
June 25, 2020
How much should we blame the pandemic for the behavior of naughty pups?
One veterinarian at an AAHA-accredited hospital was recently bitten by a five-month-old Labrador. She attributes it—at least in part—to the pandemi... -
June 18, 2020
Cats can be coronavirus carriers—for other cats
Cats with SARS-CoV-2 can give it to other cats. That’s according to researchers who infected cats with SARS-CoV-2 to see what would happen when... -
June 17, 2020
DOGPARCS study shows parasites are common in recreational canine sites
What has been suspected to be true about dog parks and parasite risks has been quantified. This study assessed the prevalence of these infections i... -
June 9, 2020
You’ve got pee-mail—and it’s COVID test results
Kössi and Lucky knew the people had COVID-19 before the people did. More remarkably, they knew before the people even began to show symptoms. -
June 4, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 5/29 to 6/4
This week: A new cat virus discovered in Vancouver, snake-bit cats do better than snake-bit dogs, and scientists can now test dolphins and sea... -
June 1, 2020
Year-round client satisfaction and flea and tick prevention: What’s the connection?
Most veterinarians recommend year-round flea and tick prevention for dogs and cats due to the high prevalence of fleas and ticks and related... -
May 28, 2020
COVID’s effect on the human-animal bond
There’s no question that stay-at-home orders have impacted pets and their owners. Now, a new survey from Banfield Pet Hospital reveals how, and to... -
May 21, 2020
Development of a Training Program for Law Enforcement K9 Handlers to Administer Naloxone
Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association free article: As the opioid epidemic continues across the United States, law enforcement K9s... -
May 14, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 5/8 to 5/14
This week: Adolescent dogs and adolescent teens have similar problems, the fate of pets left behind when COVID-19 takes their owners, and cat video... -
May 7, 2020
Dogs are being trained to sniff out COVID-19. But who will test the testers?
Researchers are training dogs to detect SARS-CoV-2 in humans. But the CDC says we’re supposed to practice social distancing with dogs . . . to keep... -
May 1, 2020
Dog parks: Where pets, people, and parasites collide
Across the United States, dog parks have increased in number by 74% over the past 11 years (Trust for Public Land, 2019), and the number of pet dog... -
April 28, 2020
Free retrovirus toolkit now available
Do you have the bandwidth for another feline virus? How about two Because while SARS-CoV-2 is the new kid on the block, FeLV and FIV haven’t gone... -
April 23, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 4/17 to 4/23
This week: Dogs could suffer when quarantine ends, there are roadblocks in the way of finding a coronavirus vaccine, and a rare species of dog figh... -
April 23, 2020
American Heartworm Society releases 2019 Heartworm Incidence Survey and map
This week, the American Heartworm Society (AHS) published the results of the 2019 AHS Heartworm Incidence Survey and unveiled a new heartworm... -
April 22, 2020
New NIH study: How to sanitize N95 masks for reuse
If you’re lucky enough to have a stash of N95 respirators, a new study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) can help you extend their life,... -
April 21, 2020
COVID-19 test for pets now available to veterinarians
That tiger in the Bronx Zoo has a lot of pet owners worried that maybe their pets can catch COVID-19 after all. Now IDEXX Laboratories is rolling o... -
April 16, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 4/10 to 4/16
This week: The lab animals most likely to lead to a coronavirus vaccine, and why you shouldn’t believe everything you hear about stray dogs and... -
April 2, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 3/27 to 4/2
This week: Veterinary colleges go online and coronavirus fears could derail scientific research. And by the by, does a dog need a learner’s permit ... -
April 1, 2020
Treating cancer amid a global pandemic
Veterinary clinics are resilient. They have already begun adapting to the added stress associated with COVID-19. -
March 24, 2020
Feline antiviral drug for FeLV, FIP is now being tested against SARS-CoV-2
A Singapore startup is testing its antiviral drug, RetroMAD1, against the SARS-CoV-2 beta-coronavirus that causes COVID-19. A spokesperson for... -
March 12, 2020
New tool helps diagnose feline degenerative joint disease
Nearly all cats have identifiable signs of degenerative joint disease (DJD), yet it often goes undiagnosed. A new screening checklist can change... -
March 5, 2020
Your orthopedic knowledge needed
If companion-animal orthopedics are your jam, AO VET wants to hear from you; they’ve got a few questions. -
March 4, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 2/28 to 3/5
This week: Pet insurance payouts hit new highs, heat-seeking dog noses, and UC Davis named top veterinary school (again). -
February 27, 2020
Study: Music composed just for cats can calm them during exams
Can music help calm a cat who’s freaked out by a visit to the veterinarian? A new study says yes—if the cat’s musical taste is taken into account. -
February 26, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 2/21 to 2/27
This week: Canine blood banks face increased regulation in California, Western has a new name, and what happened to the happiest animal in the worl... -
February 20, 2020
Census: Spending on pet care services doubled in last decade
Pet owners are spending more than ever before on their pets, and time-saving, specialty pet care services account for a significant portion of that... -
February 20, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 2/14 to 2/20
This week: Denver’s mayor votes thumbs down on pit bulls, the coronavirus slows down science, and canines could hold the key to brain cancer. -
February 20, 2020
How much is that doggy in the window . . . worth?
Because what he costs is one thing. What he’s worth is quite another. And according to a new paper, he’s worth around $10,000. -
February 20, 2020
TRENDS IN YOUR INBOX: The ABCs of CBD—What to Know Now, What to Do, What Comes Next
Each month in NEWStat, we highlight an article from the upcoming issue of Trends magazine. The most important thing to know about cannabis in... -
February 13, 2020
Is your hospital missing online sales opportunities?
A new study from Brakke consulting indicates that veterinarians are missing out on a big piece of the online sales pie. -
February 13, 2020
Your patients' heartworm info needed
The American Heartworm Society ( AHS ) needs your help. It could literally put your practice on the map. -
February 13, 2020
Pet obesity: Is it a disease yet?
According to Banfield Pet Hospital, pet obesity is an epidemic. But if it’s an epidemic, does that mean it’s a disease? -
February 12, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 2/7 to 2/13
This week: FDA approves new source for rescues, golden retrievers shut out of Westminster winner’s circle again , and Denver City Council says “yes... -
February 11, 2020
Ticks responsible for 7 of 17 US vector-borne diseases
Thomas Mather, PhD, believes everyone should be better educated about ticks and able to identify the small number of tick species in the United... -
February 6, 2020
Pet obesity is an epidemic
Banfield Pet Hospital’s 2020 Veterinary Emerging Topics (VET) Report reveals that more than half of all adult dogs seen at Banfield hospitals in 20... -
February 6, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 1/31 to 2/6
This week: A frostbitten cat gets 3D-printed paws, a con man peddling canine-cancer cures gets caught, and a veterinary school that admits rejected... -
January 30, 2020
Easing restrictions on pets in rental housing could help millions of pets find homes
How do we to get more pets out of shelters and into apartments? By making the process easier on everyone involved: pets, renters, and landlords. -
January 30, 2020
One Health, wicked problems, and carbapenem-resistant E. Coli: Penn Vet weathers the perfect storm
When researchers at the University of Pennsylvania Matthew J. Ryan Veterinary Hospital (Penn Vet) shipped off a set of animal isolates to the US Fo... -
January 29, 2020
Can dogs understand human hand signals without being taught?
Most dogs respond to their owners’ commands and hand signals. But is that just because they’re trained to? Or could a dog’s ability to understand... -
January 23, 2020
Adverse reactions to anesthesia: It’s not just greyhounds
A rare genetic mutation could result in some canine patients being exposed to dangerously high levels of certain anesthetic agents. -
January 22, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 1/17 to 1/23
This week: A new music-streaming service for pets, the most-trafficked animal in the world might be one you’ve never heard of, and why you don’t wa... -
January 22, 2020
Bartonella bacteria found in canine HSA tumors
The authors of a new study say their findings further support the connection between persistent infecton and some types of cancer. -
January 16, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 1/10 to 1/16
This week: Many people with dog allergies only allergic to males, wildlife thrives in a nuclear wasteland, and checking out dog photos online could... -
January 9, 2020
AAFP releases updated feline retrovirus report
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) and feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV) affect up to 3% of all cats in the US, and infection rates are significantly... -
January 9, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 1/3 to 1/9
This week: World’s first cloned cat still going strong, beware CBD products that leave out the CBD, and a cat thief thoughtfully leaves owner a not... -
January 2, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 12/26 to 1/2
This week: The mental health benefits of childhood dog ownership, animal-testing-free cosmetics sales now the law in California, and the American... -
December 31, 2019
The top 10 NEWStat stories of 2019
As 2019 draws to a close and we look back over the year that was, NEWStat put together a list of the most popular news stories we published over th... -
December 26, 2019
Study: Dogs can count, kind of
That’s among the finding of a new study by researchers at Emory University (EU) in Atlanta, Georgia. More accurately, the findings indicate that do... -
December 23, 2019
Two-thirds of US cats have asymptomatic virus that could leave them open to more serious disease
Roughly two-thirds of all domestic cats in the US have a virus called feline foamy virus, which could put them at risk for more serious infection. -
December 19, 2019
First study on human-grade dog food concludes that it’s highly digestible, according to roosters
Pet owners are spending more money on their pets than ever—last year they spent $72 billion—and they spend more on pet food than any other category. -
December 18, 2019
Common cat virus could be linked to feline cancer
A new hepatitis B–like virus called domestic cat hepadnavirus (DCH) was discovered last year by Australian researchers and is now believed to be a... -
December 12, 2019
Say what? Dogs can recognize new words and voices
Dog owners might want to consider getting their pet one of those word of the day desk calendars (and a desk to put it on): Researchers in Great... -
December 5, 2019
A new noninvasive cancer-imaging technique could help in early detection
A groundbreaking cancer-imaging technique pioneered to diagnose human prostate cancer is being repurposed to diagnose canine cancer in dogs with he... -
December 5, 2019
Pssst: If you can you tell what she’s thinking, you may be a “cat whisperer”
Many people think cats are hard to read, but some Canadian researchers wanted to find out just how true that is. And it turns out that some people... -
November 27, 2019
Researchers are looking for a few good dogs. 10,000 of them, to be exact. . . .
It’s not just about extending a dog’s lifespan. It’s about extending their healthspan, too—the period of life spent free from disease. The Dog Agin... -
November 27, 2019
Study links skin allergies in dogs to problem behaviors
Did you ever have an itch that drove you crazy? And the stress just seems to make it itch more. Turns out it’s the same for dogs, too. -
November 21, 2019
Weekly News Roundup 11/15 to 11/21
This week: One man’s clever scheme to sneak an overweight cat on a plane, freeze-dried versus stuffed, and cat food samples test positive for... -
November 14, 2019
Study: Averse-training methods may have negative impact on dogs
Keep it kind! That’s one way of summing up the findings of a new study by Portuguese researchers on the long-term negative effects of aversive... -
November 6, 2019
Weekly News Roundup 11/1 to 11/7
This week: This year’s oddest pet insurance claim gets paranormal, animals who can navigate by the stars, and a list of all the animals who’ve ever... -
October 30, 2019
Weekly News Roundup 10/25 to 10/31
This week: Alumni give back in the Badger State, the most popular dog names for 2020, and are you taking enough photos of your cat? -
October 28, 2019
I caught it from the cat: New report updates the many ways that cats can make us sick
According to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more than 6 out of every 10 known infectious diseases in people are spread fr... -
October 24, 2019
Weekly News Roundup 10/18 to 10/24
This week: Arizona greenlit for new veterinary college and testing on early detection of canine cancer. Plus, 1 woman, 1 van, and . . . 300 rats. -
October 23, 2019
Prescribing oral opioids for dogs probably doesn’t help them—and could hurt their owners
Given the popularity of tramadol among opioid addicts and how often pet owners doctor shop for veterinarians willing to prescribe it, sending home... -
October 21, 2019
Canine dysautonomia is killing dogs and no one knows why
It’s a disease that was first diagnosed in a dog in the UK in 1983. The second case popped up in the state of Wyoming in 1991. And how it got from... -
October 16, 2019
Weekly News Roundup 10/11 to 10/17
This week: Not everyone’s happy about the EPA’s plans to stop animal testing, doggie blood donors face roadblocks in California, and bad news about... -
October 11, 2019
New interest in CBD products drives $7 billion pet treats market
Everybody loves treats, including pets. That’s partly why the market for pet treats in the US is expected to reach $6.7 billion dollars by the end ... -
October 9, 2019
Weekly News Roundup 10/4 to 10/10
This week: Owning a dog can lower your risk of death from almost anything, invasive pets are becoming a problem in some US cities, and a new study... -
October 3, 2019
Feline weight-loss study has unexpected results involving (yuck!) vegetables
According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 60% of cats in the US are overweight or obese. A couple of researchers at Virginia Tech... -
October 1, 2019
Mission Rabies continues to vaccinate, educate
Merck Animal Health, the makers of Nobivac ® Vaccines, is committed to making a difference. Merck Animal Health is proud to continue its... -
September 26, 2019
Study: Don’t believe those cat memes
Most cat memes are predicated on the idea that cats are aloof, impersonal, and, frequently, jerks. But new research out of Oregon State University... -
September 26, 2019
TRENDS IN YOUR INBOX: Biosecurity in the Spotlight
Each month in NEWStat , we highlight an article from the upcoming issue of Trends magazine. Many nosocomial or hospital-acquired infections (HAIs)... -
September 23, 2019
New study: Persian cats at high risk of health issues
They’re awfully pretty, but prone to problems. New research out of the United Kingdom has found that almost two thirds of Persian cats in the UK... -
September 19, 2019
New report helps veterinarians understand their role in getting good susceptibility test results
Chemicals, beakers, breakpoints, Petri dishes full of bacteria—who knows what goes on in a lab? The Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute... -
September 19, 2019
New feline pain scale interprets pain from cats’ facial expressions
There are a number of pain scoring scales specifically developed for measuring pain in cats, but only two were validated for clinical use—until now... -
September 18, 2019
Weekly News Roundup 9/13 to 9/19
This week: A new veterinary school will break ground in Texas despite controversy, a mysterious Leptospirosis outbreak in Utah, and 23 funny tweets... -
September 17, 2019
Two-minute warning: A new protocol for early detection of feline heart disease you can do in your own practice
Two minutes could be all it takes to save a cat’s life. That’s how long it takes to administer a new screening-technique to detect cardiac issues i... -
September 12, 2019
New research shows (long-term) promise for eradicating tick-borne disease
Ticks can transmit a number of diseases to both pets and people through their saliva, including Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Ehrlich... -
September 11, 2019
New AI-based diagnostic tool predicts feline kidney disease—two years in advance
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is the number-one cause of death in cats older than five, and it’s estimated that it affects around 30% of cats over 1... -
September 9, 2019
Study: Different breeds mean different brains
Ever wonder why some dogs have big heads and some dogs have little heads? Humans did that. -
August 29, 2019
Study: How scared is that doggie on the table?
Maybe a lot. A new study out of Australia found that up to 40% of dog owners report their dogs are scared while being examined by a veterinarian. -
August 26, 2019
Scientists figure out how to breed Toxoplasma gondii in mice
Researchers have a found a way to breed Toxoplasma gondii in mice, and that’s going to save the lives of a lot of cats. Toxoplasma gondii (or Toxo... -
August 22, 2019
New study may lead to a cure for canine lung cancer
You don’t have to smoke to get lung cancer. Witness the nearly 40,000 dogs in the US who develop canine pulmonary adenocarcinoma (CPAC) each year. -
August 21, 2019
Weekly News Roundup 8/16 to 8/22
This week: The world’s oldest living pet celebrates another birthday, Japanese scientists get the green light to grow human organs in animals, and... -
August 21, 2019
Veterinarians outselling online retailers when it comes to pet meds—but not for long
The battle is on for control of the pet medications market—which recorded $9 billion in sales last year—but for the moment, it’s pretty one-sided i...