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FDA Approves NUMELVI™ (atinvicitinib tablets) for Dogs
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FDA Approves NUMELVI™ (atinvicitinib tablets) for Dogs

The United States Food and Drug Administration has approved NUMELVI™ (atinvicitinib tablets), a new treatment for itch associated with allergic dermatitis in dogs, developed by Merck Animal Health. The company says the medication is the first and only second-generation Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitor approved in the United States for this indication.

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FDA Approves Exzolt Cattle-CA1 for Prevention and Treatment of New World Screwworm
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FDA Approves Exzolt Cattle-CA1 for Prevention and Treatment of New World Screwworm

On December 4, 2025, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted conditional approval to Exzolt Cattle-CA1, a fluralaner topical solution from Merck Animal Health, for the use in beef cattle (≥ 2 months of age) and replacement dairy heifers (< 20 months of age). The approved uses include prevention and treatment of larval infestations by New World screwworm (NWS), and treatment and control of cattle fever tick.

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The Feline Veterinary Medical Association and Merck Animal Health Champion Future Leaders in Feline Medicine
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The Feline Veterinary Medical Association and Merck Animal Health Champion Future Leaders in Feline Medicine

The Feline Veterinary Medical Association (FelineVMA) and Merck Animal Health are delighted to announce the 2025 Scholarships for Academic Excellence in Feline Healthcare recipients. This year’s recipients are Holly Kessler, The Ohio State University, Class of 2027, and Claire Stratton, Colorado State University, Class of 2026. Both recipients receive a $10,000 scholarship and a complimentary registration to the 2025 FelineVMA Annual Conference for their passion for feline medicine and a desire to elevate feline healthcare.

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