FidoCure Receives Landmark Patent for AI-Driven Canine Cancer Therapy
FidoCure, a pioneering company in AI-driven precision oncology for dogs, has been granted a groundbreaking patent by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). This patent, U.S. Patent No. 12036281-B2, marks a significant milestone in the development of targeted cancer therapies for dogs, potentially transforming the landscape of veterinary oncology.
APOLLO Insurance Partners with Petsecure to Offer Pet Insurance Across Canada
APOLLO Insurance, a leading Canadian digital insurance provider and a pioneer in the embedded finance sector, is excited to announce its new partnership with Petsecure, expanding its range of insurance products to include pet insurance. This collaboration aims to provide comprehensive coverage for pets, ensuring that APOLLO’s tens of thousands of customers can access vital veterinary care without the stress of financial strain.
Akston Biosciences and Energesis Pharmaceuticals Partner to Develop Obesity Drug for Companion Animals
Akston Biosciences Corporation, a leader in advancing biologics for animal health, has announced a strategic partnership with Energesis Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a biopharmaceutical company specializing in obesity and metabolic diseases. This collaboration aims to develop an innovative treatment for obesity in companion animals by harnessing their natural ability to burn more calories and increase energy expenditure.
Mississippi State’s Vet Aspirations Initiative Receives National STEM Recognition
Mississippi State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM) is celebrating national recognition for its Vet Aspirations initiative, which has been honored as a 2024 Inspiring Program in STEM by Insight Into Diversity magazine. This prestigious award highlights university programs that actively encourage and support students from diverse backgrounds to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). MSU’s Vet Aspirations project will be featured in the September issue of the magazine, the nation’s largest and oldest publication focused on inclusion in higher education.
US Army’s Pacific Partnership 2024-2 Hosts Spay and Neuter Clinics in the Philippines, Enhancing Public Health and Veterinary Training
During the Pacific Partnership 2024-2 (PP24-2) mission stop in Legazpi, Philippines, from August 5-9, a veterinary team conducted five spay and neuter clinics in the Albay region. This initiative, which involved collaboration between local and international partners, provided vital pet health services to the community while offering valuable training opportunities for local veterinary students.
Dr. Emily McCobb Joins UC Davis as PetSmart Charities Endowed Chair in Accessible Veterinary Care
Dr. Emily McCobb, DVM, MS, DACVAA, has been appointed the inaugural PetSmart Charities Endowed Chair in Accessible Veterinary Care at the University of California, Davis, School of Veterinary Medicine. This prestigious role, permanently funded by a $6 million grant—the largest in PetSmart Charities' 30-year history—marks a significant step forward in making veterinary care more accessible across the United States.