Feedback tells us you enjoy the photos of the year contest results we post <Link>. Here is a chance to contribute your own photos.weerwe A citizen science project called Who Eats Whom is using crowdsourcing to grow a repository of wildlife photos. Ideally, they will inform conservation efforts in species interactions and adaptation. With a platform like Who Eats Whom, … [Read more...]
Dogs use a surprising method to understand human language, new study suggests
Humans have sophisticated language abilities that could be unique to our species — but dogs, it turns out, may have learned some of our tricks. In new research out of Hungary published this week in the journal Science, scientists found that dogs use the same strategy to pick out words in streams of speech that human infants do: They listen for consonants to figure out when one … [Read more...]
Review: Understanding ionophores
Includes commercial references Ionophores are feed additives used in beef production to improve energy efficiency and prevent diseases in cattle. They are not human-grade antibiotics and do not contribute to antibiotic resistance in cattle or humans. The majority of ionophores are fed to finishing cattle, but they can be fed to all classes of cattle. Note the chart of … [Read more...]
The history of what is now World Dairy Expo
If you wanted the industry to see your cattle, you loaded them and hauled them to wherever the industry happened to be standing, writes Andrew Hunt, sharing a 55-year history of National Dairy Cattle Congress, which opened in October 1910 in Waterloo, Iowa. Changing times, along with visionary dairy producers who recognized the need for a place where North America’s best … [Read more...]
Registration open for Week of WILMAH virtual event
Join Women in Leadership and Management in Animal Health for a virtual event to invest in personal and professional growth without travel or committing to an entire day online. Sessions run from 12:00 to 1:30 EST November 2nd to 6th. Each day is a different theme: Key connections, Personal brand, Leadership, Career growth, Well-being. Source: WILMAH, September 29, 2026. … [Read more...]
World Rabies Day theme is: Stronger Together
September 28th is World Rabies Day for 2026. It reinforces the importance of a One Health approach, recognizing the connection between human, animal, and environmental health. Rabies elimination strategies rely heavily on working together for dog vaccination campaigns, community education, and rapid response to potential exposures. Source: World Health Organization, … [Read more...]
Role reversal
Sometimes you need to take off your name tag and lab coat and put on your customer jeans and a tee shirt to fully understand your customer’s experience. Source: Today’s Veterinary Business, August 1, 2026. Link. Many “difficult” conversations became difficult because we waited too long to have them or avoided them altogether.” - Heather Prendergast RVT, CVPM, … [Read more...]
Your performance counts, but your behavior counts more for a promotion
Employers want people who can read what the moment calls for rather than default to the technically correct response, writes Pamela Meyer. She shares leadership behaviors your bosses notice before they promote you. The ability to “read the room,” and make that room better for your presence is an important consideration. Source: Fast Company, September 21, 2026. … [Read more...]
FFA: Growing the future
Modern FFA programs are framing agriculture in familiar urban and suburban environments, writes Kristy Meyer. Students learn that agricultural careers can exist in stadiums, parks, school districts, golf courses, universities and professional sports facilities, in addition to traditional farm and ranch settings. Source: AgriLife, October 2026. Link. Leadership in FFA does … [Read more...]
BioSphere Essentials: Enzymes in animal nutrition. From mode of action to impact.
Discover how enzymes interact with specific substrates, how conditions within the digestive system influence their activity, and how differences between animals, diets and production systems can shape their impact during this Novonesis webinar at 4:00 p.m. CDT on September 30th. (Check your time zone against Copenhagen time.) How enzymes work and why substrate specificity … [Read more...]
Credentials got you into the room. Will they get you through the next 90 seconds?
In his latest dive into what are innate challenges in veterinary medicine, Gershon L Alaluf, DVM, DBA, MBA shares more, much more, to consider when interacting with today’s digitally enabled clients. Now, be honest with yourself, “Don’t you check the internet when pricing a new car, widescreen TV, car repair or vacation rental?” In August, a survey of 15,428 adults across … [Read more...]
DOL clarifies when travel during meal periods is not compensable
Commentary Veterinary nurse, “So do I get paid for the hour I spent at the lunch-n-learn at the restaurant down the street?” While this report may open a veritable can of worms, it may address some questions about how employees are paid for in-house breaks, off-site lunches and lunch-n-learns. At minimum, double-check employee handbooks to be sure there is … [Read more...]
CatsOnly clinic opens in Aurora, Colorado to positive reviews, expectations
Congratulations and kudos to the CatsOnly.vet team who, over the past months have built anticipation, interest and curiosity. Of all the various posts we reviewed, Ken Lambrecht, DVM, captured the excitement of the event admirably along with expectations for success. “Founders Craig S. Wallace, Scott Maloney, Kristin Wuhrman, Jason Epstein and Alex Emerson have done their … [Read more...]
Leadership’s dark side
There is a darker side of the leadership perspective that is rarely discussed. The same strengths that attract others can become weaknesses that repel followers. Many leadership skills are amazing at their best, but at their worst, they can be painful and damage teams. Source: LinkedIn, September 8, 2026. Link. Any strength overused, on a bad day, becomes a … [Read more...]
I’m sorry! Apologizing before even knowing what for
Guilty as charged. Sorry! The word falls out of our mouths so quickly, so smoothly and most of the time it is not needed. It’s a reflex that is not sorting out what actually warrants an apology. It is running on autopilot, apologizing for YOU. The ego runs this because a pre-apologized presence cannot fail as loudly, asserts the author. The truth is the reflex is not … [Read more...]
IBPSA Fast Bites – September 14, 2026
This week’s FastBites provides updates for members including: Upcoming October launch of a new Learning Management System called GZLearn. Gallagher's insurance concierge services for U.S. members Ticket reminder for the IBBY Award Celebration at the CANIS Conference Source: IBPSA, September 14, 2026. Link. Survey results from Suburu-commissioned Talker Research … [Read more...]
CatCon 2026 comes to Pasadena October 10th and 11th
CatCon is a cat-centric, pop culture global event scheduled to take place in Pasadena, California, October 10th and 11th. It is dedicated to all things feline, with a community of cat lovers that spans the globe. Part expo, part symposium, CatCon engages, educates and entertains thousands of fans, featuring the latest in groundbreaking products and ideas for cats and their … [Read more...]
High school science students introduced to Fear Free
From everyday interactions with classroom animals to exploring future careers in animal care, a high school animal science teacher uses Fear Free education to help bring a more thoughtful approach to animal wellbeing into the classroom. Note how Ms. Carberry integrated the Fear Free Pet Sitter Certification into her curriculum. Source: Fear Free LLC., LinkedIn, September … [Read more...]
Cat health care and deworming barn cats
Cats are tough with hardy immune systems, writes Jon Geller, DVM, in this article from the Grist archives. Although written before Avian flu became a reality in the U.S., his guidance holds up today, considering the advancing status of cats. Commentary Call them barn cats, working cats, free-range, or semi-feral; whatever the label, but developing mutually beneficial … [Read more...]
Swirlology: as the whorls turn
Facial whorls, those distinctive swirls of hair on a horse’s forehead, have long intrigued horse owners and trainers. Hair whorl patterns are sometimes used to predict equine laterality, temperament and reactions to various environmental stimuli. In fact, hair whorls have been debated for centuries. More recently, Linda Tellingtone-Jones and Temple Grandin shared thinking and … [Read more...]
Virtual coworking equine session groups growing into a professional community
Building from a four-person Google Meet group that grew into more than 1,000 members on Facebook, Women in Equine’s membership spans countries, riding disciplines, students, C-suite executives, entrepreneurs and early-career professionals. Founded by Jillian Blades-Rice, the network of horsewomen has enjoyed the opportunity to connect and grow their careers and businesses … [Read more...]
59th World Dairy Expo taking shape in Madison, Wisconsin
More than 50,000 people are expected to attend this year’s World Dairy Expo. The theme is “Opening New Doors for Dairy.” Youth contests begin on September 26th, followed by the Dairy Cattle Show running from September 27th through October 2nd. More than 450 exhibitors and 225 sponsors anchor the trade show and education sessions September 29th through October 2nd. Source: … [Read more...]
Stem cell advances bring lab-grown steaks a bite closer
Researchers have developed a new technique to create meat-like tissue using cow embryonic stem cells, which can differentiate into a wide range of tissue types indefinitely, and have shown that these cells can be directed to form complex tissues. These contained nerve, blood vessel, and muscle cells. The discovery, the authors write, is a “milestone toward self-organizing beef … [Read more...]
It’s not just Gen-Z. We’re all talking less. That’s not good.
We’re talking much less than we did a few years ago, especially those younger than 25. A July analysis in Perspectives on Psychological Science covered more than 2,000 people and found daily speech dropped by about 300 words a year, a 28 percent decline from 2005 to 2019. Valeria Pfeifer, assistant professor at the University of Missouri at Kansas City, called it a “big and … [Read more...]
2026 Audubon Photography Awards capture breathless bird shots once again
Amazing bird photos and videos from four countries make up double the traditional number of entries in the Audubon Photography Awards. Check out the photos and videos and you’ll walk away smiling and feeling relaxed. Source: The Audubon Society, September 2, 2026. Link. As in 2025, this year’s awards encompass two parallel contests: one open to photographers and … [Read more...]
The obedience fallacy
Angie Barber repositions training, behavior and obedience in this blog post to help dog people understand how to work toward a mentally and emotionally stable well-adjusted dog. Her State of Mind Dog Training website includes some freebies worth considering for clients <Link>. She urges dog owners to take a step back, shift from a transactional/obedience-based mindset … [Read more...]
Cardiac library shares the heart beats
Complimentary The Clinician’s Brief Cardiac library features recordings taken with an electronic stethoscope on actual patients. The sound library complements a variety of cardiac resources to help animal health pros remain familiar with common and irregular heart sounds. Source: Clinician’s Brief. Link. INSIGHTS: As pet owners become more engaged in at-home … [Read more...]
Dog rehoming: When is it the right decision?
There are innumerable sad but legitimate reasons for giving up a dog. This article from the archives is as valid today as it was when Pat Miller, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, wrote it. She reviews valid reasons for rehoming or relinquishing a dog. Safety is number one. Consider the article for a team discussion or as content for a pet owner seeking a new situation for their … [Read more...]
4 applications of manuka honey in canine medicine
Unlike regular honey, manuka honey contains a uniquely high concentration of methylglyoxal which is largely responsible for its potent antimicrobial activity. The authors explore the properties that make manuka honey a distinctive therapeutic option and explain how it fits in the veterinary toolkit. Source: IVC Journal, September 8, 2026. Link. Manuka honey is derived from … [Read more...]
Traditional expertise still valued despite AI changing pet owners’ searches
Commentary As you review this research summary, consider that pet owners who have researched their pets’ conditions may require a more collaborative discovery approach when working with a veterinary team. Acknowledging their questions, asking what they found, where they looked and what they believe can turn these conversations into opportunities for deep engagement and … [Read more...]