An open-source, low-cost sensor developed by Colorado State University and US Forest Service researchers pairs air-quality readings with GPS and physiological data to reveal how wildfire smoke affects free-ranging animals.
Big business has tilted the balance in the American veterinary industry, as resources and economies of scale turn corporate chains into powerful foes for hospitals set on remaining independent.
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 new analysis detected heavy metals, glyphosate, and plastic-related chemicals in nearly all of the cat foods tested. This slideshow breaks down the findings, what they may mean for cats, and what remains unclear.