Environmental Chemical Exposures in Boxer Dogs With Multicentric Lymphoma
A prospective case-control study published in the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine has identified a significant association between exposure to the volatile organic compound (VOC) benzene and the development of multicentric lymphoma (ML) in Boxer dogs. The study moves beyond epidemiological questionnaires by using direct biomonitoring, providing some of the most compelling evidence to date that an environmental chemical is linked to oncogenesis in veterinary patients.
Frontline Defense: USDA Equips Veterinarians with Critical Tools Against a Re-Emerging Threat
In the collective memory of American agriculture, the New World screwworm is a ghost of a nightmare—a devastating pest declared eradicated from the United States over four decades ago. But in the face of climate change and increased global movement, complacency is a dangerous luxury. This week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a powerful call to arms, directly targeting the nation’s first line of defense: veterinary professionals.
WSU hospital sees more than 12,000 dogs a year
On National Dog Day, Washington State University highlights the care of over 12,000 dogs each year at its Veterinary Teaching Hospital, including emergency, specialty, and routine treatments for canine patients.
AAHA Updates Accreditation Standards, Discourages Elective Declawing, Devocalization, and Ear Cropping
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has announced revised accreditation standards that discourage nontherapeutic procedures, including feline declawing, canine devocalization, and ear cropping, marking a major shift in veterinary practice guidelines.
New Guidelines Reimagine Life for Indoor Cats: What Veterinarians Need to Know
The Feline Veterinary Medical Association releases a Position Statement outlining five key pillars for meeting the physical and emotional needs of indoor cats. Learn how veterinarians can guide enrichment and reduce stress-related issues.
New Handbook Supports Veterinary Teams in Canine and Feline Nutrition
Veterinarians are the most trusted source of nutritional guidance for pet owners. With 71% of dogs and cats currently on a well-pet diet¹, the need for science-based, practical advice on maintaining pet health has never been greater.