Amazon and Tractor Supply Join Online Pet Pharmacy Boom—But Vets Still Hold the Trust Advantage
Amazon and Tractor Supply have officially entered the online pet pharmacy market, joining giants like Chewy and Petco in the race to become the ultimate one-stop shop for pet parents. This expansion reflects a growing consumer trend: people want convenience, competitive pricing—and ideally, a touch of personalized care.
New Study Reveals the Hidden Struggles of First-Gen Vet Students —And Why It Matters
A new study is shining a light on a rarely discussed issue in veterinary education: the impact of social background on student success. Despite Germany’s tuition-free university system, being the first in your family to attend college still comes with major hurdles—and veterinary medicine is no exception.
Penn Scientists Just Supercharged mRNA Vaccines—And It Could Be a Game-Changer for Cancer, COVID, and Beyond
What if one tweak to a vaccine could make it last longer, hit harder, and work better across more people? That’s exactly what a team of researchers at Penn Vet, Penn Medicine, and CHOP may have unlocked with their latest study—by boosting mRNA vaccines with a powerful immune molecule called IL-12.
Bird Flu Strikes Again: Fourth Arizona Poultry Farm Hit with Avian Influenza
The avian influenza outbreak in Maricopa County, Arizona, has now reached a fourth commercial poultry farm. The latest affected site—dubbed Maricopa 05—was flagged through routine surveillance testing on June 4, 2025, before any birds showed clinical signs of illness.
New Elanco Report Reveals Scope of Dog Itch Epidemic—and Urges Cost-Effective Solutions
A newly released report by Elanco Animal Health sheds light on an increasingly common issue in pet care: canine itch. According to the data, nearly 9 out of 10 dog owners in the U.S. report that their pet has experienced itchiness in the past year, with seasonal allergies and environmental triggers like pollen playing a major role in flare-ups.
Rabies in Kenya: Shocking Gap in Human Cases Exposed by New One Health Study
A new study analyzing Kenya's rabies surveillance data reveals critical gaps in tracking human cases—a major obstacle to eliminating the deadly disease by 2030. The research highlights how combining human and animal health data could transform rabies control efforts across the country.