Infectious Diseases & Epidemiology

Regulatory approval from animal health authorities is still required before the vaccine can be made commercially available.

Have a suspected myiasis case? Christopher Lee, DVM, MPH, DACVPM, explains what to do, in this Vet Watch update.

Three different bacteria were found in different dog food products. One is associated with kidney failure and neurologic issues in humans.

The vaccine will offer protection against H5N1 and is projected to be effective against future viral mutations.

Responsible antibiotic use can help improve outcomes.

Learn about the impact of Valley fever on pets, including symptoms, diagnosis, treatment options, and emerging vaccine developments in veterinary care.

Horses have tested positive for the potentially fatal blood-borne infectious disease in multiple southwest states in the US.

Michelle Evason, BSc, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), MRCVS, previews Antech’s research at the 2025 ACVIM Forum, highlighting new diagnostic tools and more

La'Toya Latney, DVM, DECZM (ZHM), DABVP (Reptile & Amphibian), CertAqV, explains common conditions in small lizards, snakes and chelonians, as well as thei most frequent causes.

This halt in imports is due to the rapid spread of the New World screwworm in Mexico, taking effect immediately.

The approach, developed by a veterinary diagnostics company and Scotland’s Rural College, uses AI and microRNA.

A nanoparticle-based vaccine candidate for H5N1 avian influenza achieved 100% protection in preclinical trials, offering hope amid rising infections across species and concerns over zoonotic spread

Chlamydia pecorum has become a key factor in the decline of this marsupial population in Australia.

The recently discovered feline “cousin” of the hepatitis B virus is associated with liver cancer in felines

The entire hive can be treated for common bacterial diseases

The US Department of Agriculture will prioritize proposals focusing on therapeutics, vaccines, and research

The study is unique in detecting the first flu-related death of a bobcat in the state and documenting the presence of antibodies to avian flu in this feline population.

Deborah Thomson, DVM, talks about One Health Lessons’ recently launched “Bird Flu Lessons”

Zoetis has launched its’ 0.5 mL dose for intranasal Vanguard B

The outbreak resulted in the depopulation of 47,654 birds

Savage Pet recalled large and small boxes of its cat food chicken due to potential avian influenza risks

Danielle Banks, BSc (Hons), RVN, GradDipVN, discusses the growing importance of infection prevention in animal care, tackling antimicrobial resistance, hand hygiene, and adapting human health care protocols.

Domenico Santoro, DVM, MS, DrSc, PhD, DACVD, DECVD, DACVM, talks about common fungal skin infections in cats and dogs, and which patients are at risk

Updates on the launch of a new data-driven online platform collating global animal disease information, and an Aussie fresh pet food brand to be acquired by Hill’s Pet Nutrition