UMES to Launch First Public HBCU Veterinary School
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is set to open a new veterinary school in 2027, offering an accelerated three-year DVM program with a unique distributed clinical training model. The school will emphasize food-animal medicine, rural practice, and USDA/public health roles, addressing a nationwide shortage of veterinarians in agriculture. With $116 million in state funding requested and accreditation in progress, UMES would become the first public HBCU in the U.S. to offer a veterinary doctoral program, helping diversify veterinary medicine while supplying critical workforce needs across Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic.
She Saves Pets by Day, Guides Births by Night—Meet Dr. Brianna Tobin
Discover the inspiring story of Dr. Brianna Tobin, an emergency veterinarian who combines small animal ER care with holistic treatments, reflexology, and doula work. A committed vegan and mother of two, Brianna shares how compassion, purpose, and a sensitive heart guide her career and life. Learn about her journey through veterinary medicine, her passion for ethical living, and how she balances a busy home life with saving pets, advocating for animal welfare, and living intentionally.
Spotlight: Dr. Gaemia Tracy Breaks Down IVDD in Dogs
Intervertebral disc disease (IVDD) is one of the most frequently diagnosed neurologic conditions in dogs, particularly in breeds like Dachshunds, French Bulldogs, and Beagles. For veterinarians, IVDD often presents a clinical challenge—requiring rapid recognition, clear client communication, and timely decision-making on whether medical management or surgical referral is the best path forward.
Zoetis Receives Positive Opinion from CVMP for Portela® (relfovetmab) to Alleviate Pain Associated with Osteoarthritis in Cats
Zoetis Inc. today announced that the Committee for Veterinary Medicinal Products (CVMP) of the European Medicines Agency (EMA) has adopted a positive opinion recommending the granting of marketing authorization for Portela® (relfovetmab), a new monoclonal antibody (mAb) therapy intended for the alleviation of pain associated with osteoarthritis (OA) in cats.
Researchers unleash the power of a new tool in canine cancer treatment
A new study from the University of Missouri is helping veterinarians and pet owners better understand how to treat thyroid cancer in dogs by studying how to improve treatment with a type of therapy called radioactive iodine. It lays the important groundwork for delivering more tailored and effective treatment options.
From Raw Diets to Collagen for Cats: How Wellness Culture Took Over Pet Care
The New York Times reports on the rise of wellness culture for pets. From raw diets to longevity supplements, veterinarians now face clients embracing human-style health fads for their animals—sometimes with risky results.