Food & feeding
Latin American pet food makers balance innovation with cost
An analysis of ingredient trends in Latin America's pet food market highlights the critical role of pet acceptance and affordability.
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Home & legal
Credentialed veterinary technicians solve rural veterinary shortages
Full utilization of credentialed veterinary technicians within their legal scope of practice significantly boosts veterinarian capacity and practice revenue while improving technician retention, offering a practical solution to rural veterinary service shortages.
Food & feeding
Cat Food Study Finds Widespread Heavy Metal and Plasticizer Contamination
A new study of top-selling cat foods found nearly all contained heavy metals like lead and arsenic, with fish-based products and certain packaging showing significantly higher levels of specific toxins.
Travel & away
BiomEdit receives USDA conditional license for first engineered probiotic
The USDA has granted BiomEdit a conditional license for CPerf LLV, a genetically engineered probiotic biologic designed to reduce mortality from necrotic enteritis in broiler chickens.
Money & cover
UC Davis revives veterinary internship for 2027-28
The UC Davis veterinary teaching hospital will offer five small animal rotating internship positions for the 2027-28 academic year, restarting a program dormant since 1980.
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Food & feeding
Rescue puppy with heart defect adopted by WSU veterinarian
A poodle mix puppy rescued from an Idaho hoarding case underwent life-saving surgery for a congenital heart defect at Washington State University.
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Accident Only Vs Comprehensive
Accident Only or Comprehensive · Veterinary fees, third-party liability...
Amtrak, Ferry And Long Distance Bus Policies
Varies by carrier and service type · Scheduled public transport
Arizona
United States · 20th century
Aspca Pet Health Insurance
ASPCA Pet Health Insurance · United States Fire Insurance Company
Automatic Feeders
Varies by manufacturer · Late 20th century
Backyard Chickens
Gallus gallus domesticus · Southeast Asia
Bananas
Green to yellow-brown · Medium to large
Bearded Dragons
Australia · Documented in the early 19th century
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Travel & away
Veterinarian makes case for sabbaticals
A veterinarian argues for sabbaticals in the profession after taking a 12-week mental health leave.
Home & legal
Telomir-Zn Drug Slows Canine and Human Bone Cancer Cell Growth
An experimental drug called Telomir-Zn inhibited the growth of canine and human osteosarcoma cells in laboratory tests at Ohio State University.
Money & cover
Veterinary Social Workers Ease Client and Team Burden
A veterinary social worker and an oncologist explain how social workers identify struggling pet owners, improve communication, and support veterinary teams.
Money & cover
Veterinary Review Examines Dental Powder Efficacy for Dogs
A veterinary review states well-formulated dental powders can support canine oral health by slowing plaque formation and freshening breath.
Food & feeding
IDEXX and The Farmer's Dog Make Major September Acquisitions
IDEXX Laboratories acquired AI software firm CoVetAI, while fresh dog food company The Farmer's Dog purchased pet wellness brand Woof in separate deals.
Money & cover
2026 Fetch Veterinary Conference Highlights Pet Care
The 2026 Fetch National Harbor Veterinary Conference, running September 17-19, offers continuing education sessions on practical pet care topics.
Money & cover
Supporting Your Dog's Natural Detoxification Systems
A veterinary magazine outlines five practical steps owners can take to support their dog's innate detoxification processes.
Money & cover
Zoetis Cites Pet Care Weakness, Competition in Sales Outlook
Zoetis executives maintain a forecast for a 1-3% revenue decline, attributing it to lower U.S. Veterinary visits and competition in dermatology and parasiticide products. The company is using targeted promotions to defend market share.
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