FDA Renews Canalevia-CA1 for Chemotherapy Induced Diarrhea in Dogs Through 2026
Chemotherapy can be life saving for canine cancer patients, but anyone who has managed a dog with chemotherapy induced diarrhea knows how quickly GI side effects can derail treatment plans, stress pet parents, and drain clinic morale. That is why Jaguar Health’s latest news is worth your attention. The FDA has officially renewed the conditional approval of Canalevia-CA1, extending access to this targeted therapy for chemotherapy induced diarrhea in dogs through December 21, 2026.
Five Steers, One Skunk, and a $35,000 Wake Up Call: What a Minnesota Rabies Cluster Means for Cattle Vets
Rabies is often framed as a wildlife or small animal concern, but a 2024 outbreak on a Minnesota dairy farm is a reminder that production animal veterinarians are very much on the front lines. During a four week period in May, five steers on a single dairy farm developed neurologic disease consistent with rabies. What followed was a complex response involving euthanasia, quarantine, vaccination, human postexposure prophylaxis, and significant economic loss.
The Diseases That Could Break the Food System: 5 Livestock Threats Every Vet Needs to Know
Production animal disease outbreaks are no longer just herd health problems. They are economic shockwaves that can ripple through trade, food prices, and consumer confidence. According to a new Farm Journal Foundation report titled The Mean Sixteen: Biosecurity Threats Facing U.S. Agriculture, the top five livestock diseases alone could collectively cost U.S. agriculture more than $300 billion annually without adequate preparedness.
Is Ozempic for Cats the Next Big Thing? Vets Are Testing a Weight Loss Implant for Chonky Felines
Veterinary professionals have spent years counseling cat owners on portion control, puzzle feeders, and the slow grind of safe weight loss. Now a headline grabbing development is adding a whole new dimension to the conversation. A drug similar to Ozempic may soon be part of the feline obesity toolkit.
Palliative Chemotherapy Shows Promise for Feline Carcinoma of Unknown Primary
Carcinoma of unknown primary, or CUP, is one of those diagnoses that makes even seasoned veterinary professionals pause. Despite advanced imaging, histopathology, and immunohistochemistry, the original tumor site remains elusive. In human oncology, CUP is relatively common and notoriously challenging, accounting for a notable percentage of new cancer diagnoses and carrying a guarded prognosis. In veterinary medicine, especially in cats, documented cases are few, leaving clinicians with limited guidance and a lot of tough conversations.
Congress Investigates Alleged Abuse and Extreme Work Hours at U.S. Veterinary Schools
Veterinary medicine prides itself on resilience, grit, and service. But a new congressional inquiry is forcing the profession to confront an uncomfortable question. At what point does rigorous training cross the line into systemic abuse?