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As part of a new Rural Veterinary Action Plan, the United States Department of Agriculture has announced some changes to...
09/25/2025

As part of a new Rural Veterinary Action Plan, the United States Department of Agriculture has announced some changes to the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program.

USDA will issue a VMLRP request for applications in fiscal year 2026

"We have seen people remain in denial about their need to prepare over and over again, until the day comes."
09/23/2025

"We have seen people remain in denial about their need to prepare over and over again, until the day comes."

Research indicates only a minority of practices, pet owners are adequately prepared

"I've been messaging ... everyone I can think of to inform them about the dangers of these chewable tablets. If we had k...
09/18/2025

"I've been messaging ... everyone I can think of to inform them about the dangers of these chewable tablets. If we had known, maybe things would have been different," said the owner of Orchid, a cat who died last month from an overdose.

Pork-flavored canine allergy drug is unusually tempting to pets

"It feels like a real turning point." Vaccine nod offers hope for koalas.
09/17/2025

"It feels like a real turning point." Vaccine nod offers hope for koalas.

Green light for chlamydia shot welcomed by veterinary community

Ticks are encroaching into new territories, as Molly's owners learned with dismay.
09/12/2025

Ticks are encroaching into new territories, as Molly's owners learned with dismay.

Blood-feeding parasites can transmit a variety of diseases

Thumbs-up for LMU comes amid accreditation lawsuit.
09/11/2025

Thumbs-up for LMU comes amid accreditation lawsuit.

Decision weakens university's allegations that AVMA seeks to restrict new programs

The New World screwworm fly was eradicated from the U.S. in the 1960s, but it appears to be on its way back. Its larvae ...
09/09/2025

The New World screwworm fly was eradicated from the U.S. in the 1960s, but it appears to be on its way back. Its larvae feed on the live flesh of warm-blooded animals.

U.S. braces for expected return of flesh-eating parasite

When it comes to teaching surgery, curriculums are evolving
09/03/2025

When it comes to teaching surgery, curriculums are evolving

Surgeries meant to benefit patients are more common in veterinary education now

Shortcomings with appointment scheduling, pricing and communication appear to have contributed to the closure of The Vet...
08/26/2025

Shortcomings with appointment scheduling, pricing and communication appear to have contributed to the closure of The Vets, former staff say.

Closure of mobile service provider isn't entirely surprising, some staff say

In the United States, experts are considering the role that veterinarians should play in honey bee health.
08/19/2025

In the United States, experts are considering the role that veterinarians should play in honey bee health.

Partnership with beekeepers comes at a fraught time for pollinators

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