Critical role of pets in human well-being highlight at Pet Week on Capitol Hill
The annual Pet Week on Capitol Hill, hosted by the Human Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI), will happen on Sept. 18-22
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Charger-chewing dog, high-flying feline among whackiest insurance claims
A couch-smooshed cat, a door-slammed conure, and a deer-fighting pooch are among the pets vying for the 15th annual Hambone Award.
Personal, career growth of vet techs and nurses focus of inaugural NAVC HiVE
Tailored exclusively for veterinary nurses and technicians, the event will take place in Austin, Tex. on Oct. 16-18.
Pitbull puppy rescued by California police after fentanyl overdose
The dog’s owners, who were arrested by the Irvine Police Department at a grocery store parking for drug possession, will be charged with felony animal cruelty and possession of narcotics.
‘Productivity levers’ key to practice efficiency
There are countless ways productivity gains can benefit practices and the people who drive them.
$85,000 donation celebrates National Service Dog Month
In honor of National Service Dog Month (September), nonprofit organization Canine Companions has received an $85,000 contribution from consumer financial services company Synchrony.
Tackling pet obesity requires team effort
In a 2022 Association for Pet Obesity Prevention survey, 59 percent of dogs and 61 percent of cats were classified as overweight or obese.
Canine vaccine hesitancy prevalent among U.S. dog owners, study finds
More than 50 percent of dog owners in America have expressed some level of skepticism about vaccinating their pets—including for anti-rabies.
Campaign tackles feline elusiveness in clinics
To help increase clinical visits of feline patients, Royal Canin has partnered with Uber Pet and internet celebrity Hannah “Kitten Lady” Shaw for its annual Take Your Cat to the Vet (#Cat2Vet) campaign.
$1M disinfectant donation aids hurricane-affected pets
Preventing the spread of disease and helping ensure a clean and safe environment for animals impacted by Hurricane Idalia is the goal of a sizable donation from Merck Animal Health.