H5 Bird Flu Confirmed in Los Angeles County Cat Linked to Raw Pet Food
Los Angeles County authorities have confirmed a case of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) A(H5N1) in a domestic cat that consumed commercially available raw pet food. This is the first confirmed feline case since a cluster of infections in December 2024–January 2025 linked to raw milk, raw meat, and raw pet diets.
Does Exam Location Affect Stress in Dogs During Veterinary Exams? A Randomized Crossover Study
Veterinary visits can be stressful for dogs, with many exhibiting fear-related behaviors such as trembling, panting, yawning, low tail posture, and avoidance of interaction. Previous research suggests that examination tables may increase stress, particularly in dogs with prior negative veterinary experiences. However, until now, no studies had directly compared stress levels in dogs examined on a table versus the floor under standardized conditions.
Feline oral squamous cell carcinoma: recent advances and future perspectives
Feline Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma (FOSCC) is the most common oral cancer in cats and is characterized by aggressive local invasion, high metastatic potential, and generally poor clinical outcomes. Despite ongoing research, FOSCC remains a significant challenge for both veterinarians and cat owners. Its development is multifactorial, with genetic mutations—particularly in the TP53 gene—viral infections such as papillomavirus, environmental exposures to toxins, and chronic oral inflammation all implicated.
New Study Confirms Rapid Action of PROTAZIL® (1.56% diclazuril) Antiprotozoal Pellets for the Treatment of EPM
A new study shows PROTAZIL® (1.56% diclazuril) reaches effective levels in the cerebrospinal fluid within 12 hours, supporting its use in treating equine protozoal myeloencephalitis (EPM). Learn more about study findings and implications for horse owners.
Benchmark study tracks trends in dog behavior
A new Virginia Tech study published in PLOS One establishes a crucial baseline for understanding dog behavior on a large scale.
The research, led by Courtney Sexton, a postdoctoral associate in the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine, and her colleague Yuhuan Li from the University of Washington, utilized four years of owner-reported data from over 47,000 dogs in the Dog Aging Project, a large-scale initiative involving over 40 institutions.
Koala stress linked to disease threat
Australian researchers have revealed a clear relationship between stress and increased disease risk in koalas in South East Queensland and on the New South Wales North Coast.