Game-Changer Alert: Loyal CEO Celine Halioua Unveils FDA Approval for Groundbreaking Longevity Drug!

Celine Halioua 's Loyal , a biotech company pioneering longevity drugs for dogs, announced that the FDA for Veterinary Medicine has approved the Reasonable Expectation of Effectiveness section of Loyal’s conditional approval application for LOY-001, a drug the company is developing to extend the lifespan of large dogs and maintain their quality of life as they age.?Read More ?

Paws and Progress: Furry Friends Pave the Way for Human Health Innovation at the Mayo Clinic

The Mayo Clinic , Quest Diagnostics , and other vanguards of medical research embarked on a groundbreaking journey, harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to derive valuable insights from the distinctive biology and unwavering loyalty of dogs and cats. This collaborative effort aimed to revolutionize health testing through the development of diagnostic algorithms, bridging the gap between veterinary and human medicine. Read more

Ceva Animal Health Expands Operations with State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility

The approved expansion entails the construction of a new 42,000-square-foot building at the existing campus located at 8940 Long St. This development reflects CEVA ANIMAL HEALTH USA, INC. 's commitment to innovation, research, and the continued delivery of high-quality pharmaceutical solutions for the veterinary industry. The expansion is poised to contribute not only to the company's growth but also to the economic prosperity of the region. Read more

NC State Vet School's Bold Move to Tackle Feral Cat Crisis!

In a collaborative initiative aimed at addressing the issue of feral cat overpopulation, the NC State University School of Veterinary Medicine joined forces with the Humane Society, Pamlico Animal Hospital, Washington High School, and the local non-profit organization Paws and Love. The clinic not only provided invaluable hands- on surgical experience for 12 third-year students from the North Carolina State University- College of Veterinary Medicine but also fostered a unique connection between these aspiring veterinarians and the Washington community. Read more

Purdue Veterinary Medicine Strengthens Collaborative Bonds with Vet Up! Program Partners

Purdue University School of Veterinary Medicine (PVM) recently hosted a significant gathering involving its key partners in the Vet Up! National HCOP Academy for Veterinary Medicine program. The success of this program is intrinsically linked to the collaborations with Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). The gathering, known as the Vet Up! Partners Meeting, took place on October 23-24 at the newly inaugurated David and Bonnie Brunner Purdue Veterinary Medical Hospital Complex.

This meeting served as a pivotal occasion for representatives from founding partner schools, including Coll. Vet. Med. NAH Tuskegee University , the University of Maryland-Eastern Shore, North Carolina A&T, Prairie View A&M, Florida A&M, and the University of Arkansas-Pine Bluff, to delve into discussions about the strategic enhancement and expansion of their partnership with PVM. Read more

With nationwide shelters at all time highs, is micro-fostering the answer?

In a groundbreaking initiative, the research team at Virginia Tech 's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences discovered that implementing shorter-term fostering programs at animal shelters significantly enhances the adoption rates for our four-legged companions.

The research team, co-lead by animal behavior expert, Lisa Gunter , assessed the effects of short-term outings and fostering stays, ranging from a few hours to one to two nights. The results were nothing short of remarkable, showcasing a drastic reduction in dogs' length of stay in shelters and a significant improvement in adoption outcomes. Listen on Vet Candy Radio?

Texas A&M veterinarians use 3D printing technology to assist in double hip replacement surgery for a dog

A Labrador retriever named Ava is back to running and playing with her family after her second double hip replacement, courtesy of Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences University veterinarians, computerized tomography (CT)-guided planning, and 3D-printing technology. Read more

New clues released about the mystery dog illness

A new mysterious respiratory syndrome is sweeping through dogs across the nation, focusing on the New England region. Termed "Respiratory Syndrome of Unknown Etiology in Dogs," this puzzling illness has veterinarians and researchers on high alert. Affected dogs show resistant upper respiratory symptoms, defying standard treatments and diagnostic tests. The New Hampshire Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory released new findings. Listen now on Vet Candy Radio