FDA
FDA approves new canine otitis externa medication
Dehra’s Otiserene is a single-dose, long-acting product that utilizes marbofloxacin
FDA to phase out animal testing requirement for monoclonal antibodies and other drugs
This is a groundbreaking step toward advancing public health by using more effective and human-relevant methods instead of animal testing
Combination parasiticide receives label extension to include flea tapeworms
The FDA has approved the new indication for Zoetis' Simparica Trio
Additional cat food company announces recall over H5N1 concerns
Savage Pet recalled large and small boxes of its cat food chicken due to potential avian influenza risks
FDA conditionally approves first drug for feline subclinical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Felycin-CA1 manages ventricular hypertrophy in feline patients with subclinical hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Dechra launches antibiotic-free otitis externa treatment
DuOtic received FDA approval March 2024 to treat canine patients
First drug shown to reverse feline HCM expected to receive FDA conditional approval
The novel therapy is the first drug for treating cats with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
FDA notifies veterinarians of animal burn risk linked to human medical devices
Dogs have experienced burn injuries following unsafe use of Megadyne grounding pads
Oregon woman sentenced for wire fraud and illegal animal drug distribution
The defendant co-conspirators defrauded potential pet owners through a animal rescue operation.
FDA expands labels for 3 parasite prevention and treatment therapies
Indications are broadened for Zoetis products to include new protections against Asian longhorned ticks and tapeworms
FDA notifies veterinarians of adverse events linked to canine osteoarthritis treatment
Neurologic signs were reported with bedinvetmab injection use in dogs
FDA issues warning to multiple firms selling unapproved seizure medication
The unapproved drugs claim to treat and control seizures in canine and feline patients
FDA releases guidance to prevent bird flu risk in cats
The document offers tips for minimizing the risk of the highly pathogenic avian influenza in felines and highlights the virus' growing threat to these animals
Two pet food companies issue recall of dog treats
Both products are at risk of potential Salmonella contamination
Oral solution approved by the FDA for canine heart failure
Vetmedin Solution from Boehringer Ingelheim is indicated for treatment of cases caused by myxomatous mitral valve disease or dilated cardiomyopathy and is the first oral solution approved by the FDA for this use in dogs
FDA approves dewormer for home use in chickens
Merck Animal Health's Safe-Guard Aquasol is designed to treat roundworms in backyard flocks.
First generic propofol injectable emulsion for dogs receives FDA approval
PropofolVet Multidose contains the same active ingredient as the brand name propofol injectable emulsion, PropoFlo 28 by Zoetis, which received FDA approval in 2011
FDA approves renewal for canine chemotherapy-induced diarrhea treatment
Canalevia-CA1 is currently the only treatment on the market for treating CID in canine patients.
FDA: Off-label use of aspirin in lactating dairy cattle is prohibited
Vazalore is currently the only FDA-approved human aspirin that may be used in food-producing animals under certain conditions
Answering commonly asked Zenrelia questions
Mara Tugel, DVM explains why veterinary clinics could need multiple JAK inhibitors, and why is there that label on the Zenrelia box
An overview of Zenrelia
Mara Tugel, DVM, outlines Elanco's recently FDA approved product, Zenrelia
FDA allocates funds for data collection and reporting on antimicrobial use in animals
The FDA is awarding grants for 3 projects that will collect, analyze, and report data on antimicrobial use in livestock and poultry
FDA recall: Updated instructions for compounding device inlets
The recall involves updating instructions for use, rather than removing devices from where they are used and sold
FDA announces pet food products contaminated with Salmonella and Listeria
Five FDA samples of Darwin’s Natural Selections raw cat and dog food products tested positive for Salmonella, with a 6th showing Listeria monocytogenes
FDA announces Smiths Medical ventilator recall
The recall removes multiple ventilators from where they are sold and used, potentially veterinary settings
Treatment for allergic skin conditions receives FDA approval
The approval for Elanco's Zenrelia will serve as a new therapy for canine patients
FDA shows commitment to animal and veterinary innovation
Recent agency announcements demonstrate continued progress towards objectives in its Animal and Veterinary Innovation Agenda
FDA announces ongoing progress in its Animal and Veterinary Innovation Agenda
The Agenda’s goal is to build strong product development pipelines that support veterinarians, animal owners, agricultural producers, the food system, and public health
Credelio Quattro advances to final FDA administrative review
The parasiticide is currently on track to receive approval this October
FDA confirms the safety of popular pet food
The agency investigated the safety of Purina pet foods after allegations were posted on social media.
