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Latest Veterinary News & Clinical Insights
A Tiny Scope Could Change How Veterinarians Diagnose Jaw Disorders in Dogs
The UC Davis William R. Pritchard Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital has begun clinically utilizing nano-arthroscopy for the diagnosis of TMJ disorders in dogs, becoming the first veterinary hospital to adopt the technique in patient care. The technology allows specialists to directly visualize structures inside the jaw joint using a miniature scope measuring just 1.9 millimeters in diameter.
"We've Seen This Before": How Texas Ranchers Are Responding to the Return of New World Screwworm
When federal officials confirmed multiple New World screwworm (NWS) cases in Texas this month, the announcement triggered more than biosecurity protocols and surveillance efforts. It also resurfaced memories of an era when livestock producers routinely battled infestations that could devastate herds and livelihoods.
The First New World Screwworm Case in a Dog Has Been Confirmed. Here's Why Veterinarians Are Paying Attention.
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has confirmed what is believed to be the first canine case of New World screwworm detected during the current outbreak response. Initially reported as a Texas case, investigators later determined that the dog resided in Lea County, New Mexico, making it the first confirmed case in that state.
Meet the Veterinary Students Changing the Profession Before Graduation: Vet Candy’s June 2026 Rising Stars Issue Is Here
Vet Candy Magazine has officially released its June 2026 issue, and it is the one the community has been waiting for. The annual Rising Stars edition lands with cover star Jean Carlos Alvarado Colon, a veterinary student at Colorado State University who left Puerto Rico in the wake of Hurricane Maria with one instruction from his parents: say yes to any opportunity. He did.
Why Does Catnip Make Cats High? The Answer Involves Mosquitoes.
New research reveals why cats go wild for catnip and it has something to do with mosquitoes. The science points to a surprisingly practical evolutionary explanation.
Canada's NEB Paused PSA Exam Sittings. Here's What It Means and What Comes Next.
The NEB paused PSA examination sittings in April 2026 to consult with provincial regulators. Here's what that means for internationally trained veterinarians pursuing Canadian licensure.
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