Texas A&M University Breaks Ground on New $181 Million Clinical Veterinary Teaching & Research Complex
Texas A&M University has approved the construction of a state-of-the-art Clinical Veterinary Teaching & Research Complex (CVTRC), set to be the largest hands-on learning facility in the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH) system. This new facility, which is expected to open in August 2027, will revolutionize veterinary education and clinical care at Texas A&M’s College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS).
Clayton Veterinary Clinic Closes After 40 Years of Service: A Storied Career Comes to an End
After more than 40 years of providing exceptional care to pets and livestock in Northern Wisconsin, the Clayton Veterinary Clinic, led by Dr. Robert Smith, will close its doors for the final time on January 31, 2025. Dr. Smith’s remarkable journey in veterinary medicine has spanned decades, during which he cared for a variety of animals and made a significant impact on the local community.
Study Demonstrates Dogs Can Thrive on Plant-Based Diets: Documentary Now Streaming on Netflix Tudum
A groundbreaking study led by Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine professors Dr. Tonatiuh Melgarejo and Dr. Annika Linde has shown that dogs fed nutritionally sound vegan diets can maintain health outcomes on par with those fed meat-based diets. This study, which has captured the attention of both the scientific and pet care communities, is now the subject of a Netflix Tudum documentary titled "Can Dogs Live on a Plant-Based Diet?" directed by Academy Award-winning director Louie Psihoyos, and produced by the Oceanic Preservation Society (OPS).
University of Florida Leads Task Force to Combat Animal Cruelty in North Florida
The University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, in collaboration with the State Attorney’s Offices of R.J. Larizza, Brian Kramer, and Melissa Nelson, has launched the North Florida Animal Cruelty Task Force. This initiative, covering 13 counties across North Florida, aims to strengthen the investigation and prosecution of animal cruelty crimes in the region.
The counties involved in the task force include Volusia, Flagler, St. Johns, Putnam, Baker, Bradford, Union, Levy, Gilchrist, Alachua, Duval, Clay, and Nassau.
Incidence and Risk Factors for Insulinoma in Dogs
A recent study published in Scientific Reports examines the incidence, risk factors, and breed predispositions for insulinoma in dogs receiving primary veterinary care in the UK. Insulinoma, the most common pancreatic tumor diagnosed in dogs, was the focus of this research, which utilized the VetCompass Program to analyze anonymized electronic health records (EHRs) from dogs under UK veterinary care in 2019.
National Shortage of Equine Veterinarians: A Look at Contributing Factors
The shortage of equine veterinarians in the U.S. continues to be a pressing issue. A recent focus group study published in the Equine Veterinary Journal explored the stressors that contribute to veterinarians leaving the profession. Conducted by Lincoln Memorial University, the study gathered insights from both current and former equine veterinarians to understand the challenges they face.