An new app, Sniffspot, connects pet parents with homeowners willing to rent out their private property as dog parks. The app is available nationwide, with Sniffspot reporting 20,000 listings and 100,000 guests. Prices vary depending on a yard's size, location and amenities. Designed for private play, only the people and dogs in each booking are allowed in the spot during a … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – July 26, 2024
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, July 18, 2024. Link. Most read post(s) from July 18th AHD Bulletin – Facing declining interest in vet practice ownership. Link. Zoonotic web exposes complexity of disease transmission. Link. Biosecurity planning for secure beef supply. Link. ===================================== Managing equine … [Read more...]
VetPulse survey seeks raw diet feedback
Nine multiple-choice questions about raw diets seek to understand preferences and choices in this expanding nutritional segment. A drawing is included to encourage participation. Source: DVM 360. Link. … [Read more...]
First-Class Mail Forever stamps now 73 cents each
New postage rates went into effect on July 14th. First-Class Mail Forever stamps went from 68 cents to 73 cents. The approved adjustments raise mailing service product prices approximately 7.8 percent. There are no price changes for USPS retail or commercial prices for shipping services like Priority Mail and Ground Advantage. Source: Pitney Bowes. Link. … [Read more...]
Top universities in the U.S. for veterinary science
The University of California, Davis is the best school in the U.S. for veterinary science according to U.S. Career Institute research that ranked U.S. veterinary schools from best to worst Source: The Cattle Site, July 22, 2024. Link. … [Read more...]
Do pathogens come with the ability to develop resistance?
A study published in nature communications <Link> demonstrated that the within-host diversity of pathogen populations plays a key role in shaping the emergence of resistance in response to treatment. This in contrast to the traditional view that antimicrobial resistance emerges from pathogens that acquire new mutations. Source: IDSE, July 17, 2023. Link. “Study … [Read more...]
Cheese, butter and yogurt products fueling dairy market growth (slideshow)
Cheese, butter and yogurt are fueling dairy products category growth, along with new dairy-based products designed to capitalize on convenience, health and snacking trends. Source: Feedstuffs, July 18, 2024. Link. “U.S. consumers are drinking less milk with each year, but overall dairy sales are on a multiyear winning streak.” … [Read more...]
Is the annual pork price peak behind us?
The yearly pattern in hog prices is largely driven by the yearly pattern in pork production, writes Ron Plain. He shares an overview of hog prices on the farm, in the futures and at retail. Source: National Hog Farmer, July 22, 2024. Link. Weekly pork production is lowest in the summer and highest in the winter. “Lower costs contributed far more to profits than higher hog … [Read more...]
The cure for high prices could be high prices in beef cattle market
Market data suggests beef producers should brace for significant expansion in cow numbers in 2026. Wesley Tucker provides a historical perspective and reviews beef market and herd number projections in the coming years. Source: Missouri Ruralist, July 22, 2024. Link. … [Read more...]
Fresh salmon? Of course, we’re in Nebraska.
Most Atlantic salmon consumers encounter are farmed, and Nebraska aquafarmers Mimi and Kiel VanderVeen are projecting 1,000 pounds of fish weekly from their Central Plains operation by year-end. They also grow seven varieties of lettuce produced within the aquaponic system. Source: Nebraska Farmer, July 22, 2024. Link. Photo by Mimi VanderVeen … [Read more...]
Staggering mountain lion confirmed as first North American case of rustrela virus
Rustrela virus is marked by animals staggering, having trouble walking or behaving abnormally. The disease is found in domestic cats, rodents and other animals in Europe. The case began in May 2023 and has now been confirmed in the Colorado mountain lion. For most veterinarians, Rustrela virus would not be on a differential diagnosis list if a companion cat presented with … [Read more...]
Veterinarians as pet care influencers are on a more crowded stage
There’s no question that veterinarians remain queens of the hill regarding authority on pet care, writes David Sprinkle. However, other sources of information are gaining ground among millennials and Gen Zers as specialty pet shops and the internet have gained influence in recent years. Source: PETFOOD Industry, June 26, 2024. Link. … [Read more...]
SBA’s Working Capital Pilot program for small businesses launched
A Small Business Association pilot program that offers a new line of credit with greater flexibility than a long-term loan was announced on June 6th <Link>. The article below explains the intent and we’ve included a link to the most recent SBA information. The pilot is touted as engineered to meet the needs of modern small businesses. Sources: White House … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – July 17, 2024
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, July 11, 2024. Link. Most read post(s) from the July 11th AHD Bulletin – Meeting customer expectations starts with employees. Link. Updated fluid therapy guidelines from AAHA. Link. Addressing common nutrition misperceptions. Link. ================================== The rise of pet product … [Read more...]
Morris Animal Foundation, Nestlé Purina PetCare to collaborate to advance care of aging dogs
A new collaboration between Morris Animal Foundation and Nestlé Purina anticipates being another step in the journey to unlock the potential of nutrition to enhance dog health and well-being through science. The collaboration will focus on deepening the scientific understanding of key areas impacting senior dogs, including healthy aging, longevity, body condition and … [Read more...]
Royal Canin and American Kennel Club renew multi-year agreement to sponsor the AKC National Championship
A five-year renewal of its multi-year agreement ensures Royal Canin will serve as the title and exclusive pet food sponsor of the AKC National Championship, the largest dog show in North America featuring thousands of dogs competing for the coveted title of America’s National Champion. The sponsorship will extend across several AKC programs as well. Source: PETFOOD Industry, … [Read more...]
Embark Veterinary announces 3 new tests for copper toxicosis
Breeders of Labradors and Dobermans can now test their dogs’ DNA to make informed decisions for ongoing breeding programs to reduce the risk of copper toxicosis in progeny. Dogs affected with copper toxicosis have difficulty excreting excess copper from their liver, which allows copper to build up until the liver eventually begins to fail. Source: Embark Veterinary Inc, July … [Read more...]
Study finds each Beef Checkoff dollar returns $13.41
Statistics uncovered by an independent study indicate the goal to increase beef demand in the U.S. and worldwide is being achieved while providing producers and importers with an excellent return on their national Checkoff investments. Source: BEEF, July 10, 2024. Link. … [Read more...]
Palace of Versailles to host 2024 Paris Equestrian Olympics (video)
Kim MacMillan shares the history of the Palace of Versailles located south of Paris where the 2024 Equestrian Olympics will take place. The venue is sure to provide visitors, participants and TV viewers a breathtaking backdrop to the events. Source: Horse Illustrated, July 17, 2024. Link. … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – July 11, 2024
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, July 3, 2024. Link. This edition contains links to archived content in the Worth a Glance section plus links to previous years’ full editions as well as topic tags. ===================================== How to cope with post-vacation blues Source: Harvard Business Review, July 9, 2024. Link. Feeling drained … [Read more...]
2024 Animal Health Summit set for August 26th and 27th
Don’t forget to save your spot for two days of unparalleled networking, exclusive 1:1 business partnering sessions, thought-provoking industry leaders, dynamic panels and groundbreaking emerging company presentations. Source: KCAHC. Link. Register at this link. … [Read more...]
IRS boosts health savings account contribution limits for 2025
The Internal Revenue Service recently announced that for the calendar year 2025, the health savings account contribution limits for individuals with self-only coverage will jump to $4,300, up $150 from $4,150 for this year. For family coverage, the limit will increase to $8,550 next year from $8,300 in 2024. Source: Human Resource Executive, June 21, 2024. Link. … [Read more...]
Global Alliance for Rabies Control launches Dog Welfare Certificate course
GARC’s new Dog Welfare Certificate course is designed to provide essential knowledge for anyone involved or interested in canine care. Free and self-paced, the course offers foundational knowledge crucial for anyone looking to care for a dog whether it is their own, or a dog in the community. Source: Global Alliance for Rabies Control, June 23,2024. Link. The course is … [Read more...]
Tom Vilsack: Good biosecurity critical to mitigating the spread of H5N1
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack’s opinion piece calls on producers to use USDA’s resources to enhance their biosecurity measures and for states and producers to opt into our support and herd monitoring programs designed to limit the spread of this H5N1 in dairy cattle. The most important step we can take today to contain HPAI is biosecurity.” Source: Agri-Pulse, June 21, 2024. … [Read more...]
Wild Thang is officially the world’s ugliest dog
It took him five tries, but Wild Thang was named winner of the World Ugliest Dog competition last week during the Sonoma-Marin Fair in Petaluma, California. He and his owner, Ann Lewis, will get $5,000 and an appearance on the Today show. Source: BBC, June 22. Link. (video, 1:00 minute) … [Read more...]
Iowa Great Dane, world’s tallest dog has passed away (video)
Measuring 3’, 2” from his feet to his withers and almost 7’ when he’s on his hind legs, Kevin was crowned the world’s tallest dog by Guinness World Records. The original story includes a fun video link from X. Sadly, Kevin passed away shortly after the receiving the tallest dog designation. Guinness World Records said Kevin, a Great Dane, became ill and underwent an unplanned … [Read more...]
Dr. Jen the Vet to implement Healthy Pet-keeping Seal program at Best Friends Fur Ever
Complimentary Commercial Content Elevating the standards of pet care facilities and bridging the gap between pet care and veterinary care is core objective of the Healthy Pet-keeping Seal program, shared Jenifer Chatfield, DVM, Dipl. ACZM, Dipl. ACVPM, last October <Link>. Best Friends Fur Ever recognizes the opportunities of implementing an industry-leading initiative … [Read more...]
IBPSA Fast Bites – June 24, 2024
CDC to implement new rules for any dogs entering U.S., leveraging pet trends, RedRover enables pets in homeless shelters, keeping local listings current, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to hold buy now - pay later programs to the same consumer protection standards as credit card companies and more . . . Source: IBPSA Fast Bites, June 24, 2024. Link. … [Read more...]
Enter the AAHA Trends Teams@Work annual photo contest
Our industry celebrates technicians with National Veterinary Technician Week in October. Now named the Teams@Work photo contest, AAHA seeks photos to reflect and feature veterinary assistants. Share your best photos of technicians and assistants working in the practice. Enter here <Link>. Source: AAHA NEWStat, June 17, 2024. Link. Also see: Winners from the 2023 … [Read more...]
NAVC and MFA seek to chart new course, define future animal health and pet care
The North American Veterinary Community and the Michelson Found Animals Foundation announced a partnership that will engage industry leaders and visionaries within and outside of the animal health and pet care sectors to define the future of animal health and wellbeing. The first event will form under the Compass brand and bring together industry leaders and mavericks from … [Read more...]