H5N1 Confirmed in Wyoming Dairy Cattle Herd: What You Need to Know
The first case of H5N1 in a Wyoming dairy cattle herd has been confirmed, making it the 12th state affected. Learn about symptoms, risks, and safety measures to ensure continued dairy production and consumer health.
USDA Takes Action to Safeguard Livestock and Poultry Health Amid H5N1 Outbreak
The USDA commits $824 million in emergency funding to combat H5N1 in livestock, introducing a new Voluntary H5N1 Dairy Herd Status Pilot Program to enhance monitoring and disease control.
Veterinary researchers help develop synthetic plugs offer alternative to total knee replacements
Osteochondral defects (OCDs) can cause damage to cartilage and underlying bone, leading to chronic pain and loss of joint function. Depending on the extent of damage, individuals must undergo surgical treatment, the most extensive being total knee replacement, which over 800,000 Americans undergo each year.
Scientists say solar panels could make cattle grazing lands more profitable
West Virginia University researchers are shining a light on the benefits of solar panels on small cattle farms with the support of $1.6 million from the U.S. Department of Energy.
Pairing shelter dogs has ‘pawsitive’ results
Virginia Tech researchers found that dogs housed with a well-matched companion were less stressed and adopted faster than dogs housed alone. Shelter dogs awaiting adoption fare better with a canine companion than when they’re housed alone, according to new research from Virginia Tech.
Boehringer Ingelheim CARES Foundation Pledges $500,000 to Boost Diversity in Veterinary Medicine
The Boehringer Ingelheim CARES Foundation pledges $500,000 in scholarship funds to Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine to support diversity in veterinary medicine. This initiative offers a $25,000 annual scholarship to an incoming student, addressing financial barriers and fostering a more inclusive future in the field.