Symptoms
Using Worm Egg Counts to Guide Dog Deworming
Sarah-Jane Molier explains how stool-based worm egg counts can target deworming in dogs, while a review of vaccine no evidence that multiple shots overload a pet’s immune system.
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Prevention
Understanding Cat Kneading and Clawing Behavior
Two separate pet health stories explore feline behavior and canine Lyme disease treatment. The first explains why cats dig their claws into owners, while the second questions the standard 28-day antibiotic course for dogs with Lyme disease.
Prevention
Nepali Student Wins Global Scholarship for Leptospirosis Research
Tara Bahadur Pun, a veterinary student in Nepal, has been awarded the 2026 WSAVA Michael J. Day Scholarship. His research will investigate leptospirosis in free-roaming dogs to inform vaccine and public health strategies.
Emergencies
Veterinarians Urge Early Financial Talks for Pet Care
Veterinary professionals are advising pet owners to discuss financial planning for unexpected medical costs during routine wellness visits.
Emergencies
Veterinarian Clarifies Real Toxoplasma Risk from Household Cats
A veterinarian explains the low probability of indoor cats transmitting Toxoplasma gondii to pregnant owners.
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- NewsTexas Ranch Celebrates Third White Rhino Birth23 Sep 2026
- SymptomsSchwarzman AMC Expands Zoo Care with New Department Head21 Sep 2026
- ConditionsVeterinary Technicians Lead Critical Triage Process19 Sep 2026
- PreventionNew World Screwworm Confirmed in US Horse18 Sep 2026
- EmergenciesDuffield Foundation pledges $250 million for veterinary care18 Sep 2026
- PreventionVeterinary Flywheel Balances Pets, Providers, and Profits18 Sep 2026
- PreventionChile Validated as First South American Country to Eliminate Dog-Transmitted Rabies17 Sep 2026
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Symptoms
New Veterinarians Need Peer Connection, Not Only Clinical Mentorship
A veterinary mentor argues that structured clinical mentorship alone fails new graduates, whose deeper struggle is professional isolation.
Conditions
Veterinary Business Expert Outlines Staffing System
Dr. Peter Weinstein details a three-phase system for veterinary hospitals to build and retain a strong team.
Prevention
Survey: Pets Influence Major Life Decisions
A new survey of 3,600 US pet owners finds pets significantly impact decisions on housing, relationships, and financial planning.
Emergencies
UC Davis Vet School Dean Reappointed, New Lab Director Named
The UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine has reappointed Dean Mark Stetter to a second five-year term.
At the vet
Veterinarian Galia Shalev Wins 2026 WSAVA Animal Welfare Award
Dr. Galia Shalev has received the 2026 WSAVA Companion Animal Welfare Award for her emergency rescue work following the October 2023 attacks in Israel.
Prevention
WOAH Calls for Action on One Health at Global Congress
The World Organisation for Animal Health urges a shift from planning to practical implementation of One Health approaches at the national level.
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