Justin Louis, Content Producer

New guidelines from RECOVER are written for veterinary teams to teach owners, handlers, and other caregivers what to do in the minutes before a pet reaches the clinic.

A recently shared Pet Poison Helpline case traces how a wild mushroom eaten on a walk left a dog unable to stand within hours, and how the team treated it.

Bethany Weinheimer, DVM, discusses authentic values, the power of “no,” and building a veterinary career that lasts.

With human emergency visits for tick bites at a multiyear high this spring and adult deer ticks most active in cooler months, fall gives veterinary teams a timely opening to reinforce year-round prevention.

AB 1999 changes how veterinarians establish the veterinarian-client-patient relationship, creates new pathways for shelter and volunteer work, and limits surgeries performed by animal owners.

Two herds tested positive after cattle showed signs of illness, marking the state’s first confirmed livestock cases.

Average veterinary school debt reached a record high for the class of 2026, while inflation-adjusted starting compensation fell further behind income across the profession.

A law that took effect October 1 bars the state veterinary board from taking certain disciplinary actions against veterinarians solely for discussing or recommending cannabis or CBD products for animals.

An investigational CBD-THC oral solution for dogs with bone cancer pain is now eligible to pursue an FDA route that could bring it to market before full approval.

Craig A. Clifford, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Oncology), explains how to recognize feline lymphoma, and covers the newer tools that may help one of oncology's most overlooked patients.

The live, engineered probiotic product is designed to reduce deaths from a costly intestinal disease in broiler chickens and offers producers an option beyond antibiotics.

A virus spread by tiny biting midges is suspected in more than 1,800 deer deaths in southeastern Wisconsin, and has now been detected in a dairy herd.

Knowing your triggers is the first step. Bridget Rollins, EMBA, shares how to move from heated to productive conversations that build trust rather than tension.

A survey of 900 older adults who live alone found that pet owners reported better emotional wellbeing, less stress, and more physical activity. Dog owners reported the most activity.

A new cost analysis finds that matching relapsed lymphoma treatment to a personalized drug-response test was associated with longer disease control and a lower estimated daily treatment cost in dogs.

Knowing your triggers is the first step. Bridget Rollins, EMBA, shares how to move from heated to productive conversations that build trust rather than tension.

Although human rabies cases remain rare, reported exposures have gone up. A longtime public health microbiologist explains what's driving the increase and how veterinarians can help clients respond.

A small, spotted cat from Bolivia's cloud forests, first kept as a pet by someone who thought it was a house cat, has been confirmed as a species new to science.

A new online hub offers quick tips, client handouts, and practical guides to help veterinary teams both make clinic visits easier on cats and get more in for routine care.

A survey of more than 26,000 adults in 14 countries found that many people are open to adopting a pet but hold back because of what they don't know about the animal's past.

The first survey of parasite control on bison ranches shows most herds are dewormed on a schedule, with little testing to see whether they need it. Researchers say the habit could make resistance harder to manage.

Cheryl Stout, DVM, discusses her path from aspiring conservationist to residency-trained zoo veterinarian, her conservation goals, and her educational work on social media.

After more than 20 years of work toward its first rhino birth, the Texas ranch has now welcomed 3 calves in 3 years.

Two notable pet-industry acquisitions closed in September. One bringing AI-powered clinical documentation into IDEXX's software ecosystem, the other marking the first acquisition for fresh-food brand The Farmer's Dog.

Christopher Lee, DVM, MPH, DACVPM, DACVM (Parasitology), explores the relationship between Toxoplasma gondii and household cats, with practical insights for veterinary professionals discussing exposure and prevention with clients.

The five-year Big Bet for Pets initiative targets what the foundation calls a care gap affecting 50 million dogs and cats in the US, opening two new grant programs for nonprofit veterinary clinics.

A UC Davis study is investigating why Labrador retrievers develop copper-associated hepatopathy and whether blood-based tools could help identify the disease before serious liver damage occurs.

Christopher Lee, DVM, MPH, DACVPM, DACVM (Parasitology), discusses the clinical significance of Toxoplasma gondii, when veterinary professionals should consider testing, and how to communicate the risks of exposure to clients.

New CDC and climate data show tick exposure and pollen seasons are both stretching well beyond their traditional windows, a trend animal health company Elanco says is also increasing demand for veterinary care.

Caitlyn Getty, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition), explains how synergistic prebiotic fiber blends outperform single supplements in supporting fermentation, postbiotics, and gut health.