Qualities that should help women get ahead at work may also make them targets of suspicion, hostility and exclusion, writes Josie Cox. She questions how meritocratic an organization can be if the people it most values on paper are, in practice, penalized for their abilities. Cox shares research that shows women with higher cognitive ability get treated worse at work; an … [Read more...]
Archives for November 2026
Brené Brown sees a new leadership problem just below the C-suite
Brene’ Brown recently described most organizations as standing on a mountain that is "crumbling from the bottom," with markets, technology and geopolitics eroding the ground under strategies that leaders want to protect. She added that the executives having the hardest time with transformation are the senior leaders who work directly below the C-suite. Source: HR Executive, … [Read more...]
2026 Pet Age 500
Commercial At its core, the Pet Age 500 seeks to answer a straightforward question: What products and influencers are driving attention, conversations and innovation across the pet care marketplace? Its 28 categories span food and treats, accessories, health and first aid, grooming, toys, travel, habitats and more, covering the aquatic, bird, cat, dog, reptile and small … [Read more...]
Plating canine urine cultures in the veterinary clinic
This article features a published study, along with a video and resources, on a practical in-house method Tufts at Tech used for years. It offers animal owners a lower cost option and a proven way to rule out bacteriuria. The seven-minute video demonstrates step-by-step how to plate, incubate and interpret canine urine cultures to screen for bacteriuria. It covers safety … [Read more...]
Our inner voice
Here is something that should trouble all of us: for a good part of our day, we are living in an artificial reality created by our brain, as Rene Rodroguez explains. Source: LinkedIn, October 22, 2026. Link. Noticing is the whole move. You don't argue the inner narrative out of existence. You identify its source, you catch it in the act of explaining, and you decide, … [Read more...]
A new framework reveals the stages of women’s heart health
For the first time, four medical societies have published a shared framework and clinical guidance to help doctors identify and treat cardiovascular risk throughout a woman’s life. Women’s care is often fragmented across different specialties throughout their lifetime, and the role of female biology in heart health has often been overlooked. Source: The Week, October 30, … [Read more...]
The customer service revolt: bad support is building a grievance empire on social media
Our post last week about declining customer service quality was well read <Link>. In this article, Rita McGrath says customers are furious, and companies have brought this upon themselves. She relates a personal experience and why social media has become the new complaint department. McGrath says a reckoning is coming because, “When an industry systematically ignores … [Read more...]
You changed the clocks but what about the smoke and carbon monoxide alarms?
Fire safety officials across the country urge homeowners and business owners to check their smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors monthly and at both time changes. Include fire extinguishers too. The National Fire Prevention Association offers a video, safety tip sheets, a toolkit and other resources to help. Sources: KY3, Springfield, Missouri. October 30, 2026. … [Read more...]
Inmates drew portraits of shelter dogs. Then the adoptions began
James Bowshier and his wife walked into their local animal shelter to look at a puppy but another dog caught their attention. Herbie, a 1-year-old pit bull mix, had a hand-drawn portrait hanging outside his kennel. Source: The Washington Post, November 1, 2026. Link. Franklin County Dog Shelter & Adoption Center and the jail have partnered for various programs over the … [Read more...]
National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week; November 1 – 7, 2026
National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week takes place during the first full week of November. It recognizes the dedicated shelters and staff who provide care to millions of displaced animals. Consider how you can support their tireless efforts; perhaps volunteer your time, or help get pets adopted. Source: National Today. Link. Image: Link. … [Read more...]
When art meets animal rescue: A creative way to help dogs find homes (video)
Fascinating! The Rescue Collection is a collaborative program that brings adoptable dogs into the art gallery and uses observations of their responses to create individual artistic profiles. The aim is to help potential adopters see the dogs beyond their appearance, breed or uncertain past. Source: Dogster, October 29, 2026. Link. The concept is playful, but its purpose is … [Read more...]
Now available: 2026 AAHA One Health Guidelines: Emerging Concerns in Canine and Feline Parasitology
The American Animal Hospital Association has released the 2026 AAHA One Health Guidelines: Emerging Concerns in Canine and Feline Parasitology as previewed October 20th <Link>. The free guidelines give veterinary teams practical direction on recognition, diagnosis, treatment and client communication for 12 emerging parasites of most concern in dogs and cats, plus nine … [Read more...]
New 2026 iCatCare consensus guidelines, diagnosis, management of CKD in cats
Over the past 10 years, research has advanced our understanding of the causes, early diagnosis and management strategies for chronic kidney disease. Experts from around the world collaborated to create updated, essential guidance for vets diagnosing and treating feline CKD. The new guidelines include the latest developments in nephrology, including up-to-date information on … [Read more...]
Nutritionist on dog treats: How many are too many? (video)
Mary Cope, PhD, MBA, shares how too many treats can throw a dog's diet off. She covers what to look for when buying treats, how size relates to calories, why ingredient quality matters, when treats should be nutritionally complete versus an occasional reward and the human food she shares as treats. Source: Whole Dog Journal, November 2, 2026. Link. [10:34] People … [Read more...]
Canine atopic dermatitis treatment guidelines newly updated: What to know
The first major rewrite of the guidelines since 2015 was published September 28, 2026, in Veterinary Dermatology by the International Committee on Allergic Diseases of Animals. The authors reorganized the guidance around how each therapy works and where it fits in the course of disease, rather than around how quickly it acts. Therapies are sorted by mechanism of action, care is … [Read more...]
Meet winter horse care challenges head on
The demands of winter horsekeeping are notoriously unpredictable, writes Christine Barakat. She shares four ways winter can surprise horse owners and what they can do to keep their horses as healthy and comfortable as possible. Her proactive comments about a) significant snowfall, b) ice, c) colic, and d) potential supply shortages are good guidance for horse owners. Share it … [Read more...]
The welfare cost of a few hours without hay
Continuous or near-continuous forage access, limiting starch and constant water availability for horses remain central to current guidance on reducing ulceration risk, and a 2009 Danish study is one of the reasons that guidance exists, writes Debora Cinganelli, MSc MRSB. Source: Debora Cinganelli MSc MRSB, LinkedIn. October 28, 2026. Link. The equine stomach is unlike ours: … [Read more...]
AVMA SmartBrief went batty
We missed it! International Bat Week was October 24 - 31. The annual celebration is meant to raise awareness about the need for bat conservation. These amazing creatures are vital to the health of our natural world and economy. AVMA’s SmartBrief curation of bat articles may be an eye-opener for our readers. Bats are widely misunderstood, and they're in trouble, as you’ll … [Read more...]
November’s cow-calf checklist: protecting the herd’s bottom line
Commentary This time of year is busy, busy, busy on the farm and for large animal practice teams. So how can animal health pros make the best use of their time and still collaborate with producers to advance welfare practices, improve production outcomes and strengthen the veterinary-client relationships? Consider using Jason Warner’s article coupled with your knowledge of … [Read more...]
Get an inside look into SDSU’s Swine Education and Research Facility
A video tour lets visitors explore one of 's premier animal agriculture facilities. The tour walks viewers through the facility from start to finish, showcasing how it supports hands-on student learning, research and service to the swine industry. Source: National Hog Farmer, October 29, 2026. Link. [10:18] The facility gives students opportunities to develop practical … [Read more...]
NCBA’s 2027 Redbook now available
The 2027 Redbook from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association helps cattle producers record their daily production practices and simplifies recordkeeping. It also contains information about BQA, the importance of judicious antibiotic use and transport. Users can also record calving activity, herd health, pasture use, herd health and more. Source: National Cattlemen’s Beef … [Read more...]
USDA report examines why rural cattle vet shortages persist
The September 2026 report from USDA’s Economic Research Service, Food-animal Veterinarians and the Persistence of Rural Shortage Areas <Link>, examines recurring shortages alongside changes in veterinary practice economics and the distribution of cattle production. Andrea Bedford’s article shares many of the findings, including how shortages in some areas recur despite … [Read more...]
K-State breaks ground on new Kansas Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory facility
Kansas State University broke ground last month on a $128 million Kansas Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory facility. It will strengthen the state's ability to detect animal diseases, protect livestock and support an industry that generates billions of dollars for Kansas. This facility represents an investment in the future of veterinary medicine. In addition to strengthening … [Read more...]
Merck Animal Health Launches NOBIVAC® NXT Rabies for Dogs and Cats in the U.S.
Merck Animal Health has announced the U.S. availability of NOBIVAC NXT 1-Rabies and NOBIVAC NXT 3-Rabies, a new line of vaccines for healthy dogs and cats 12 weeks of age or older providing options for one- or three-year rabies protection. The vaccines are non-adjuvanted, preservative-free, antibiotic-free and thimerosal-free and are delivered in a low-volume 0.5 mL … [Read more...]
CareCredit and Clarus partner to speed up veterinary checkouts
Synchrony, provider of the CareCredit health and wellness credit card, announced a partnership with Clarus Technology on October 28. Veterinary teams can now view real-time financial information and pet insurance coverage information in the Clarus Portal, making it easier to discuss costs and set up payment plans with pet owners at checkout. Source: Synchrony, October 28, … [Read more...]
Dechra releases 2026 Sustainability Report
Dechra released its 2026 Sustainability Report, outlining its progress and commitments to animals, people, communities and the planet that help it advance animal health sustainably. Source: PR Newswire, Dechra, October 28, 2026. Link. The report centers on four interconnected principles in Dechra's Sustainability Strategy: Sustainable Innovation, Resilient Planet, Thriving … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – November 5, 2026
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, October 29, 2026. Link. Most read posts from October 29th AHD Bulletin – Bonded but not booked. Even devoted owners miss vet visits. Link. Japanese study reveals why cats don’t finish their food. Link. Pet Age’s 2026 State of the Pet Industry report. Link. Malone: From team member to team leader. … [Read more...]