Regulatory
FDA approves generic melarsomine product for heartworm treatment
Zoetis releases Diroban (melarsomine dihydrochloride) injection amid long-term shortage issues.
Canine cancer drug loses conditional FDA approval
The drug Paccal Vet-CA1to treat mammary and squamous cell carcinomaswas withdrawn at the manufacturer's request.
Arizona animal massage therapists win lawsuit against veterinary board
Licensure is no longer a requirement to practice animal massage in the state.
Humane Society challenging USDA over records removal
USDA site wipes records concerning animal welfare violations; HSUS takes action.
Trump memorandum puts final horse soring rule in limbo
Regulatory freeze means rule has yet to be entered into Federal Register, the last step in making it official.
Final horse soring rule could lead to legal action
Some applaud USDAs final ruling on safeguards against soring. Organizations in the Tennessee Walking Horse industry threaten legal action.
FDA warns about pet illness and death from human cancer medication
Fluorouracil cream is dangerous even in small amounts, agency states.
Powdered gloves? FDA says, 'Throw them out!'
The agency says the powder can cause "severe airway inflammation, hypersensitivity reactions and allergic reactions."
Recall expansion: J.M. Smucker recalls canned cat food due to low levels of thiamine
Lots of 9Lives, EverPet and Special Kitty distributed between December 20 and January 3.
Dealing drugs legally: Keep the feds off your back and your meds off the street
Increasingly complex legislation means veterinarians must be extra-vigilant in their drug management practices.