News

The Five explores punishment in the pet-food recall, news from WVC, and advice on fielding lots of client questions on a busy day.

West Hollywood -- Retail pet sales will become illegal in West Hollywood beginning March 19.

Springfield, Ill. -- A bill before the Illinois House of Representatives could cut state funding for spay/neuter programs.

Pullman, Wash. -- Dr. William Davis, a professor in the Washington State University (WSU) Department of Veterinary Microbiology and Pathology, developed a new test for bovine tuberculosis (bTB).

Washington -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted regulatory approval for a new contraceptive device for female white-tailed deer.

Ace, the superior sniffer

Washington -- The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) plans to accept applications for a federal veterinary student loan repayment program that has been seven years in the making by April.

Jack, the shining example

Fala, the child expert

Ariel, the perfect clinic kitty

Fort Collins, Colo. -- The Veterinary Teaching Hospital at Colorado State University's College of Veterinary Medicine launched an urgent care service.

Precious, the senior specialist

Rockville, Md. -- The FDA will provide frequent updates on the world of animal health through its new Twitter account.

Arlington -- The more than 26,000 exotic animals seized from a Texas pet-trade facility in December will remain in the custody of rescue groups.

Richmond, British Columbia -- You may now be able to diagnose cancer in a dog with a simple blood test.

Las Vegas -- Attendance at Western Veterinary Conference (WVC) was up over last year despite the sluggish economy, according to conference organizers.