Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, December 18, 2025. Link. Scroll through all of the December 2025 Animal Health Digest posts here. Link. ======================= … [Read more...]
IBPSA Fast Bites – December 22, 2025
The IBPSA office will be on reduced hours through the end of the year. Zoom office hours and Fast Bites will be paused, returning the week of January 5th. Source: IBPSA, December 22, 2025. Link. We hope you enjoy a wonderful holiday season spent with friends and family, and wish you safe travels wherever the season takes you.” … [Read more...]
The Great Compression, Year 3
The “Great Compression” has entered its third year, says Ryan Leech, and this time, the spotlight isn’t on who’s buying but on who’s holding on. He shares trends, surprises, displacements and challenges perplexing investors and large hospital groups from 2025: A hangover from the acquisition era. Easy arbitrage is gone. Balance sheets are strained. Shake-ups are … [Read more...]
IBPSA Fast Bites – December 15, 2025
AAFCO launches new fast-track review process for animal food ingredients, Fromm Family Foods recall, Reading the Room webinar, vendor spotlight on Brownrice Webcams and curated content in the December 11th Animal Health Digest Bulletin. Source: IBPSA, December 15, 2025. Link. … [Read more...]
A vet’s guide to navigating winter holiday hazards for pets
Supplementing the AAHA advice from the second post in the Animal care services and community section above are recommendations from Veronica Villanueva, DVM, medical director at VEG ER for Pets in Woodland Hills, California. She provides straightforward guidance on hazardous holiday plants and decorations. She also recommends quiet spaces for pets and paying attention to doors … [Read more...]
New study reveals where conservation can deliver for birds, communities and climate
A new study in Scientific Reports identifies places in the continental United States where conservation efforts would provide a triple benefit to protect bird habitat, naturally store carbon and improve the well-being of local communities that have been underrepresented in conservation efforts. A novel study, it represents an important opportunity to direct conservation toward … [Read more...]
Elanco’s CPMA (Now Trutect™) the first-and-only treatment for CPV fully approved by USDA
Elanco Animal Health announced that its lifesaving treatment for the deadly canine parvovirus, Canine Parvovirus Monoclonal Antibody, has received full approval from the U.S. Department of Agriculture and will join Elanco’s Tru portfolio under the new brand name Trutect™ Source: Elanco, December 15, 2025. Link. To learn more about Trutect, visit DefeatParvo.com … [Read more...]
FDA approves Dechra’s Emeprev™ (maropitant citrate) Injectable Solution
Emeprev™ (maropitant citrate) Injectable Solution is the first FDA-approved bioequivalent injectable solution to the most widely used antiemetic for dogs and cats. Emeprev™ will deliver the same trusted antiemetic effectiveness as the pioneer but with a differentiated preservative for comfort. The product requires no refrigeration, according to the company. Source: Dechra, … [Read more...]
AAHA Accreditation named key quality indicator by Newsweek
Newsweek, in partnership with Plant-A Insights, announced America’s Best Animal Hospitals 2026, a definitive ranking of the nation’s premier veterinary care facilities. AAHA accreditation served as a key differentiator in the selection process, highlighting hospitals that meet rigorous quality benchmarks in veterinary medicine. Source: AAHA, December 2, 2025. Link. … [Read more...]
Circumvent® CL swine vaccine is now available from Merck Animal Health
CIRCUMVENT® CL vaccine is a new addition to Merck Animal Health’s swine portfolio. The ready-to-use vaccine is formulated to protect pigs three weeks of age and older against disease caused by Porcine Circovirus Types 2a and 2d and Lawsonia intracellularis. The formulation eliminates mixing/reconstituting, reducing on-farm labor and potential handling errors. Source: Merck … [Read more...]
IBPSA Fast Bites – December 8, 2025
"Reading the room" webinar planned featuring Certified Canine Behavior Consultant Lisa Large, Tiny Paws Booking keeping member benefit, Carmen’s book recommendations, legislative updates, latest from Animal Health Digest and more . . . Stronger bonds, changing expectations and new technologies, Today’s Veterinary Business, December 1, 2025. Link. EU lawmakers approve … [Read more...]
Belgian Sheepdog chosen Best in Show at 2025 National Dog Show; 24.6 million viewers
Congratulations to Soleil, the first Belgian Sheepdog to win Best in Show. George the American Foxhound was runner-up as the reserve Best in Show. This year's National Dog Show included 1,994 dogs across 201 breeds. Source: Bleacher Report, November 27, 2025. Link. NationalDogShow.com and the NBC Sports YouTube Channel provide video of every breed-winning dog in the group … [Read more...]
A symphony of woofs: 2,397 golden retrievers gather in an Argentina park, break world record
A passerby could hear the cacophony from miles away in the Argentine capital, the unmistakable sound of 2,397 dogs barking — and breaking the unofficial world record for the largest-ever gathering of golden retrievers. Source: Associated Press, December 8, 2025. Link. The article has several photos but the organizers’ hopes for a big group photo of the dogs alone on the … [Read more...]
Dog Guide spotlights latest and greatest dog essentials
The annual Pet Age Dog Guide includes columns on functional chews, digestive health and stress relief. The essential products section features beds, bowls, safety equipment and toys along with digestible products. Use the guide to see what dog owners are being presented before getting blindsided with a question. Source: Pet Age, November/December 2025. Link. … [Read more...]
Help horse owners prepare their horses for winter: a quick list
From nutrition considerations to preventing mud, it’s time to get ready for winter conditions, writes Clair Thunes, PhD. Her article provides a getting-ready-for-winter checklist suitable for social media posts and newsletters. Preparing the environment where a horse lives is in the prevention category for animal health. Source: The Horse, December 4, 2025. Link. Photo … [Read more...]
6 nutrients that support hoof health
Includes Commercial Content Certain nutrients can make a huge difference in the state of a horse’s feet. In this article, the author outlines six ingredients that are known to have a positive impact on horse hooves. Source: Equine Wellness. Link. INSIGHTS: For animal health pros, articles like this can provide a backdrop for evaluating supplements clients are giving … [Read more...]
EHV-1 outbreak update: New case confirmed in Oklahoma
The Equine Disease Communication Center confirmed one new case associated with the outbreak in Oklahoma County, Oklahoma. The horse is displaying neurological clinical signs. It did not attend the WPRA but was stalled with horses that did, including one that tested positive for EHV-1 with only respiratory signs. Source: The Horse, December 5, 2025. Link. … [Read more...]
AVMA Board updates telemedicine, guardianship policies
The AVMA Board of Directors updated policies addressing a range of issues during a meeting at association headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois. They include: Telehealth including telemedicine Ownership not guardianship Policy on "Pet Health Insurance" Revisions to the zoonotic infectious diseases policy defining effective surveillance Participation in the … [Read more...]
Pet Age 2025 Power 50 List
The Pet Age Power 50 list features companies that have overcome recent marketplace obstacles to remain high-performing players in the pet industry. The publication positions them as positively impacting the pet care community and utilizing their social and financial capital to improve the well-being of companion animals. Source: Pet Age, November/December 2025. Link. … [Read more...]
The 2025 year end legislative review
The final Table Talk episode of 2025 brought together laughter, real-time challenges and a powerful legislative deep dive that sets the stage for the year ahead. The Animal Policy Group discussed the legislative dynamics involving more than 2,000 bills impacting veterinary medicine this year they’ve tracked, and shared the trends for every veterinary professional to keep in … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – December 11, 2025
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, December 4, 2025. Link. Most read posts from December 4th AHD Bulletin – Beat seasonal depression before it arrives. Link. Barrel racing event in Waco, TX, epicenter of EHV-1/EHM outbreaks. Link. How cold is too cold? Link. Unused PTO: a red flag. Link. Stay informed without doomscrolling. … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – December 4, 2025
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, November 26, 2025. Link. Most read posts from November 2025 AHD Bulletins – Ownership model frames lasting change. Link. Speed eating cats, skateboarding dogs highlight Thailand’s pet boom. Link. Convenience, connection matter just as much as price. Link. You … [Read more...]
Leftover safety. Don’t reheat these 10 foods in a microwave
All the prep to feed a squadron often turns into a refrigerator full of containers. Beyond shelf life, some foods should not be reheated in the microwave. These were notable: Processed meats Rice and potatoes Spinach and beets Source: Reader’s Digest, August 25, 2024. Link. Certain foods can become downright toxic when nuked in the microwave.” Image: Link. … [Read more...]
IBPSA Fast Bites – December 1, 2025
Holiday readiness, finding stability during hard seasons, HBR podcast featuring Nicholas A . Pearce, PhD, and the latest from Animal Health Digest. Source: IBPSA, December 1, 2025. Link. The best companies are ones that not only have a purpose for themselves but also attract and hire people whose individual senses of purpose align with the company’s purpose.” - Nicholas … [Read more...]
Counter-surfing dog spends Thanksgiving in ER; ate common holiday ingredients
Here’s a story to share on social media, in newsletters and with local media. Pet owners need to be reminded of risks to pet safety over and over again. Snoopy and his family are sharing their story about a toxic food encounter to save pet parents and their animals from stress this holiday season. Despite his owner’s attempt to keep him from the fried chicken pan, Snoopy … [Read more...]
How cold is too cold?
With snow and dropping temperatures arriving, it is a good time to remind pet owners when to limit outdoor play and keep their pets inside. This infographic is easy to share on social media or in newsletters. Source: EmerAid, Facebook, November 11, 2025. Link. As temperatures drop, remember: every dog feels the cold differently.” … [Read more...]
Barrel racing event in Waco, Texas, is epicenter of equine herpesvirus outbreaks
Multiple states have reported EHV-1/EHM cases, including Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas since the November 20th event. Because exposed horses might not show clinical signs immediately, more cases are likely over the next two weeks as testing continues nationwide. To help owners and the public understand the evolving situation and reduce spread, the University of Missouri’s … [Read more...]
Bird flu surges as holiday season begins
Bird flu is once again sweeping through commercial and backyard poultry flocks, infecting and killing more than 8.9 million turkeys, chickens and ducks in the U.S. since September. Source: AgriMarketing, December 1, 2025. Link. As of November 21st, USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service reported outbreaks in 90 commercial and backyard flocks just in the last 30 … [Read more...]
Serenity Vet introduces a subscription for managing existing relief DVMs; no per-shift fees
Serenity Vet has launched a subscription service allowing clinics to manage their own relief veterinarians through the platform without incurring any service fees for booking their existing network. The subscription includes automated invoicing, payment processing, and shift scheduling, AI-driven fill-rate insights, profitability planning tools and market-based rate data. … [Read more...]
Tractor Supply’s Paper Clover Campaign supports 4-H youth
The Paper Clover Campaign kicked off November 28th and extends through December 14th. TSC customers can “purchase” a clover at checkout in stores or at the Tractor Supply website to directly benefit and support 4-H youth nationwide. Celebrating its 15th year, the Paper Clover campaign funds provide scholarships, strengthen educational programs, support leadership and public … [Read more...]