Mentorship and Hands-On Training Shape the Future of Swine Veterinary Medicine
Zoetis’ Swine Care Workshop at the University of Minnesota is preparing the next generation of swine veterinarians through mentorship, hands-on training, and real-world exposure. By combining classroom learning with in-barn experience, the program builds student confidence, expands career opportunities, and strengthens the future of swine medicine.
Leading Animal Health Companies Team up to Lead Sustainability Push in Veterinary Medicine
Mars, Hill’s, Zoetis, and other leading veterinary companies partnered with HABRI to release a whitepaper on sustainability in animal health. Healthy Planet, Healthy Pets: Toward Sustainability in the Veterinary Profession outlines best practices for waste reduction, green building, pharmaceutical stewardship, and packaging innovations. With 65% of pet owners and 76% of veterinary staff demanding eco-friendly practices, the report highlights industry-wide efforts to create a sustainable future for veterinary medicine.
Case Report: Sarcocystosis in a Sheep
Sarcocystis gigantea infection was confirmed in a 6-year-old sheep slaughtered in Brazil, with multiple macrosarcocysts found in the esophagus, pharynx, tongue, and diaphragm. Gross, histologic, and molecular analysis identified S. giganteaas the causative protozoan. While non-zoonotic and often subclinical, visible muscle cysts lead to carcass condemnation, posing significant economic losses to the sheep meat industry.
Federal Cuts Slow Wyoming’s Livestock Disease Response
Federal budget cuts are slowing Wyoming’s ability to respond to livestock disease outbreaks like anthrax and brucellosis. State Veterinarian Hallie Hazel warned lawmakers that response times, once six hours, could now take days after staff reductions at the Wyoming Livestock Board. The cuts also limit producer education, veterinarian support, and updates to the state’s animal health emergency plan—leaving ranchers concerned about future disease threats.
Chagas Disease Confirmed in California: What Veterinarians Should Know
Chagas disease, caused by the parasite Trypanosoma cruzi and spread by kissing bugs, has been confirmed in California. With infected vectors identified in Southern California, experts warn the Bay Area could be next. Veterinarians should be alert to potential canine cases, as dogs can serve as reservoirs and may develop severe heart disease. Awareness, prevention, and early detection are key to protecting both pets and people.
Dechra Expands Veterinary Scholarship Program with New Focus on Critical Care
Dechra Veterinary Products is strengthening its commitment to the next generation of veterinary professionals by expanding its annual scholarship program in partnership with the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF). For 2025, the program will award over $60,000 in scholarships to veterinary students and technicians across the United States.