Controversial Canine Care Bill Sparks Fierce Debate Among Animal Rights Groups
In the chambers of the Indiana state legislature, House Bill 1412, also known as the 'Canine Standard Care Bill,' has ignited a fiery debate among animal welfare advocates. Crafted by Fort Wayne Representative Bob Morris, this legislation seeks to overhaul the retail dog sale industry in the state.
Veterinary Emergency Group Opens First Practice in Nevada
The Henderson, Nevada region is celebrating a significant enhancement in emergency medical services for pets with the launch of the Veterinary Emergency Group's (VEG) latest hospital. Renowned for its unwavering dedication to pet care, VEG unveiled this state-of-the-art facility recently, introducing an unprecedented service where pet owners can directly engage with licensed veterinarians via phone.
Big dogs versus small dogs: Which sizes face higher risks of which diseases?
A study of more than 25,000 U.S. dogs and 238 breeds has linked dog size to varying patterns of risk for health conditions over the course of a dog’s lifespan. Yunbi Nam of the University of Washington, U.S., and colleagues present these findings in the open-access journal PLOS ONE on January 17.
University of Wisconsin veterinary researchers uncover news clues about the cause of common birth defects
Cleft lip and palate are the most common craniofacial birth defects in humans, affecting more than 175,000 newborns around the world each year. Yet despite decades of research, it’s still not known what causes most cases or what can be done to prevent them. But a recent study from the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine (SVM) has uncovered new information about orofacial development in mice that researchers believe could one day help reduce the risk of these birth defects in humans.
Zoetis Shatters Glass Ceiling: First Animal Health Company to Win Global Catalyst Award for Empowering Women!
Zoetis has been named a 2024 Catalyst Award winner for its global initiative, "Awareness and Action Drives Impact," which promotes equity for women and other marginalized groups within the organization. This prestigious recognition makes Zoetis the first animal health company and one of only two organizations globally to receive the award this year.
Discover the Secret Behind This 4th-Gen Veterinary Hospital's Unbroken Family Legacy!
In Oregon, Reid Veterinary Hospital in Albany is celebrating its 90th anniversary and stands out as the state's only fourth-generation veterinary hospital. Brothers Harrison and Sawyer Reid are now stepping up to lead the family business, a lineage that began with George Reid in 1934.
The hospital houses a display showcasing its rich history, including a vintage black and white photo of George Reid, alongside old glass syringes, medicine bottles, and a black leather medical bag bearing his name. These artifacts hark back to an era when veterinary medicine was a round-the-clock, on-call profession, with payments often made in chickens and other barter methods. Despite advancements in medical technology and practices, the essence of Reid Veterinary Hospital remains unchanged.