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New bill would allow California veterinarians to recommend cannabis
A new bill introduced to the California legislation could repeal an original ban on veterinarians recommending cannabis to their clients. The bill, SB 627, would allow licensed veterinarians to discuss...
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Veterinarian develops platelet-rich fibrin kit for pets and equine
There is now a new way to treat companion and equine animals with chronic and nonhealing wounds. Corey Orava, DVM, Enso Discoveries chief scientific officer, has developed a platelet-rich fibrin (PRF)...
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Midmark acquires Mason Company
Mason Company luxury dog suites. Midmark has acquired animal boarding and containment solutions, Mason Company. Located in Ohio and founded in 1892, Mason utilizes designs and materials to ensure its...
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Banfield launches telehealth service for on-demand veterinarian support
Banfield Pet Hospital is offering its Optimum Wellness Plan clients a new way to discuss their pet’s health with a veterinarian. The company has launched a telehealth service on its app called Vet...
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Survey finds man’s best friend is more like family
They’ve always been your best friend, but now a new nationwide survey has found owners largely consider dogs to be part of the family. Sponsored by SpotOn Virtual Smart Fence, the survey asked 1,500...
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UW-Stout to host conference on animal health nutraceuticals
The University of Wisconsin (UW)-Stout is hosting a world conference on the use of nutraceuticals in companion animal health care. Sponsored by Vets Plus, the International Conference on Animal Health...
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Pet parents more dedicated than ever
A new survey is showcasing everything pet owners are willing to do for their animal companions, including foregoing work and social commitments to ensure their well-being. Conducted by OnePoll in...
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Why your practice needs dental radiography
Figure 1. An incidental finding of a nonvital tooth (#102) as evidenced by an inappropriately wide canal. Nonvital teeth should be extracted or endodontically treated. I would like to take this...
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Being too busy: A blessing or curse?
I remember back when I started practicing in 1980. The overall traffic and normal peaks and valleys of flow—high in the summer and slower in the winter—were upended by something that seemed to come...
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Pets’ positive impact on human health to be explored
Human-animal interaction and its impact on a person’s gastrointestinal and cardiovascular health is one of the topics set to be tackled under a new batch of funding. The Human Animal Bond Research...
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Pets, humans closer than ever amidst pandemic
Cuddling with Fido and Fluffy might be even more reassuring than previously realized. A new study out of University of South Australia suggests that, in the absence of human-to-human contact amidst the...
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Veterinary knowledge strengthens human-animal bond
When it comes to the human-animal bond, veterinarians continue to play a vital role in educating the public on the benefits of pet ownership. This is according to the Human Animal Bond Research...
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Monkeypox detected in domestic dog
A greyhound in France has tested positive for monkeypox, becoming the first known domestic dog to contract with the virus via human transmission. The animal lives in a home with two individuals who...
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PALS to all domestic violence victims
This fall, in a New York borough, a seven-story, 30-apartment shelter for domestic violence survivors—including four-legged family members—opened its doors. The Urban Resource Institute (URI), a...
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AVMA data shows pet ownership on the rise in the U.S.
Pet ownership is on the rise in the U.S., with dogs leading the way and large increases in the number of less traditional pets like poultry and lizards, according to recently released data from the...
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Paw-protecting socks donated to pets injured in California fires
A California-based pet accessory brand is helping dogs and cats in need following the state’s devastating wildfires. Woodrow Wear is donating more than 500 sets of its ‘Power Paws’ nonslip pet socks to...
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U.S. and Canadian pet owners more likely buy pet insurance regardless of income
More than half of pet owners in the U.S. and Canada are willing to purchase insurance for their animals regardless of their income. A new survey commissioned by Trupanion found 58 percent of those with...
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AAHA releases 2019 Dental Care Guidelines for Dogs and Cats
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has updated its dental care guidelines with the goal of decreasing oral pain and improving the quality of life for dogs and cats. While not always...
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Banfield Foundation commits $1 million to keep pets and domestic abuse...
The Banfield Foundation says it is investing $1 million in its Safer Together initiative to help victims of domestic violence and their pets find pet-friendly shelters. According to a recent study, up...
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Nationwide members paid $119 million to treat their dogs and cats
Nationwide members spent $119 million in 2018 to treat their dogs and cats. The pet health insurance company analyzed its database of more than 725,000 insured pets to determine the top 10 most common...
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