According to a new Harris Poll conducted for AT&T and shared exclusively with USA TODAY, customer service quality continues to slide even as corporations pour millions into AI and digital automation. While most consumers … Continue Reading
Top Stories
Growing miconazole resistance: the reason that yeast ear infection is so stubborn
Ear infections are almost always a top five reason for dogs seeing a veterinarian <Link>. A recent study published in Veterinary Dermatology found miconazole-resistant Malassezia pachydermatis in routine canine otitis … Continue Reading
Small mammals: mice, rats, shrews and other cat prey
Sally Gilson believes the key to a happier indoor cat is understanding the hunter inside. Her GetCatCrazy platform is where she shares practical guidance on welfare and care for domestic and feral cats. She asserts that … Continue Reading
Predicting the threat of Lyme disease: New insights from a 35-year study
The prevalence of Lyme disease was historically thought to be influenced by three factors: deer populations, white-footed mouse populations and weather extremes. What we thought has been updated by a 35-year Lyme disease … Continue Reading
Félicette became the first (and only) cat in space 63 years ago (video)
David Nield shares the story of the first “catstronaut.” On October 18, 1963, Félicette headed to space and landed safely by parachute after a trip of under 20 minutes. The Véronique rocket carrying her climbed to an altitude … Continue Reading
To blanket or not? Tool helps answer questions
Deciding how best to keep a horse warm, comfortable and healthy based on weather conditions in the area is at best problematic as conditions, horse age, horse coat and health status vary. The web tool below offers a blanket … Continue Reading
Farriers share how often they encounter thrush
Data collected in the 2026 American Farriers Journal Business Practices Survey includes frequency information on thrush. How Often Do You Encounter Thrush? Weekly — 46 percent of farriers Monthly — 29 percent of … Continue Reading
Goats from a traveling petting zoo test positive for rabies
Three baby goats from a traveling petting zoo in North Carolina have tested positive for rabies after appearing at multiple public events this summer. A fourth goat was also potentially exposed, prompting public health … Continue Reading
Biosecurity is the right thing for all parties (video)
There is no downside to biosecurity, says Cara Haden, DVM. She discusses the importance of the welfare of each pig to the industry-wide priorities of eliminating PRRSV and PEDV. The introductory video text includes a link to … Continue Reading
What’s keeping heifers from making it to first calving
By the time a fresh heifer walks into the parlor, much of her future has already been shaped. Growth rate, disease pressure, breeding performance and size at first calving all stack up long before a milking unit goes … Continue Reading
Three reasons small, weak-born fall calves may happen
Extension specialists Craig Payne, Tim Evans and Jamie Courter look at three factors that may contribute to reduced calf size in the fall. They cover the role heat stress, fescue, genetics and birth weight in the article … Continue Reading
Week of WILMAH begins November 2nd
Rise and Thrive is the title for the Week of WILMAH virtual event that starts November 2. Each day will focus on a different theme. Register to participate <Link>. Sessions run from 12:00 p.m. EST to 1:30 p.m. EST, … Continue Reading
APL Launches nationwide validation study of at-home heartworm test, asks dog owners in 52 Cities to help
Affordable Pet Labs announced a large validation study of a new, patent-pending at-home heartworm test. The method allows a dog's sample to be collected at home, without a needle, and analyzed in APL's laboratory. The … Continue Reading
Three States see new HPAI cases over the past 30 days
Washington has seen a spike in HPAI cases in dairy herds in recent weeks, with Kansas and Texas also reporting cases in the past 30 days and a human case confirmed in a Washington dairy employee. Fewer states have reported … Continue Reading
Worth a Glance – October 29, 2026
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, October 22, 2026. Link. Most read posts from October 22nd AHD Bulletin – What to do when anxiety feels worse at night. Link. Malone: Celebrating the … Continue Reading