Revolutionary Study Reveals Medical-Grade Honey's Unmatched Power in Healing Pet Wounds
Discover why medical-grade honey is revolutionizing wound care for pets! This new study reveals its unmatched antibacterial properties against common bacterial infections in dogs and cats. Learn why medical-grade honey could be your pet’s best defense against stubborn wounds.
Join the Adventure! Sail, Heal, and Help Animals with Dr. Sheddy’s Wellness Retreats on the High Seas!
Dr. Sheridan Lathe, also known as "Dr. Sheddy," is a veterinarian turned sailing adventurer who travels the world on her boat Chuffed, offering free veterinary care to remote communities. Through her non-profit Vet Tails, she combines her love of animals, sailing, and well-being, inspiring others with her unique mission to improve both animal welfare and mental health in the veterinary profession.
Response to Tigilanol Tiglate in Dogs with Mast Cell Tumors
Tigilanol tiglate is gaining recognition as an effective local treatment for mast cell tumors (MCTs) in dogs. Despite its growing use, data on its response rate and long-term effectiveness have been limited. A recent multicenter, retrospective study aimed to address this gap by examining the treatment outcomes in 149 dogs with 151 MCTs.
New study sheds light on lily toxicity in cats; outpatient treatment may be viable option
A study published recently in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA) has revealed new insights into the treatment of cats exposed to toxic lilies, offering hope for pet owners facing this common household hazard.
The study (“Prevalence of acute kidney injury and outcome in cats treated as inpatients versus outpatients following lily exposure”), conducted at the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine, investigated the outcomes of 112 cats treated for lily exposure, comparing cats treated as inpatients with intravenous fluids to those managed as outpatients with subcutaneous fluids.
Oklahoma Tackles Rural Vet Shortage with New Farm Journal Foundation Partnership
Oklahoma has partnered with the Farm Journal Foundation to address its rural and food animal veterinary shortage. The initiative will gather data and foster collaboration between the agriculture and veterinary communities to support rural economic growth and public health.
New Hampshire’s Bold Move: Conditional Licenses for Foreign-Trained Vets to Combat U.S. Veterinary Shortage
As the U.S. veterinary shortage reaches critical levels, New Hampshire has introduced a solution by offering conditional licenses to foreign-trained veterinarians, according to a report from EquiManagement. This innovative approach aims to reduce the pressure on the veterinary industry by allowing veterinarians already in the U.S. to begin practicing while completing their licensure requirements.