ICVA Initiates Independent Audit of NAVLE Amid Growing Calls for Transparency and Equity
The North American Veterinary Licensing Examination (NAVLE) is one of the most consequential assessments in the veterinary profession—an exam that stands between students and the clinical careers they have spent years training for. As the cornerstone of veterinary licensure in the United States and Canada, the NAVLE must be rigorous, fair, and trusted by the entire veterinary community.
Do Personality Tests Really Work for Free-Ranging Dogs? New Research Says Yes
If you've ever wondered whether a dog's behavior in a structured test actually reflects how they act in real life, you're not alone. Researchers have been grappling with this question for years, and a new study published in iScience brings some reassuring answers—at least for free-ranging dogs.
Most homemade dog diets lack nutrients, Texas A&M study finds
Over the last two decades, homemade diets have seen a rise in popularity among dog owners. However, new research from the Dog Aging Project (DAP) reveals that most homemade diets are missing important nutrients that dogs need to lead healthy lives.
Study finds that the majority of modern dogs have detectable wolf ancestry
New research led by scientists at the American Museum of Natural History and the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History reveals that the majority of dogs living today have low but detectable levels of post-domestication wolf ancestry that has likely shaped characteristics including body size, sense of smell, and personality traits.
A South Florida Vet Takes on the Peacock Problem—One Tiny Surgery at a Time
For decades, peacocks have strutted their way into South Florida neighborhoods, dazzling residents with their jeweled feathers… and testing their patience with everything else. From 3 a.m. screeching to shredded gardens, the birds have long been both treasured and troublesome guests in cities like Pinecrest.
K-State Launches Program to Tackle Shortage of Veterinary Entomologists
Kansas State University is taking steps to address a nationwide shortage of veterinary entomologists with a new initiative called the Research and Extension Experience in Veterinary Entomology for Students (REEVES). The program aims to provide undergraduate students with hands-on research experience in the field of veterinary entomology, which focuses on insects and ticks that impact animal health.