Pet Health
Every pet health we track across pet health, 21 entries in all.
WSAVA Launches World Pet Health Day for 2027
The World Small Animal Veterinary Association announces a new global day focused on preventive pet care, while a veterinary expert clarifies the...
Thanksgiving and Halloween Pose High Pet Health Risks
Veterinary hospitals see a surge in pet emergencies during Thanksgiving and Halloween due to toxic foods, decorations, and stress, requiring urgent...
Pet Ownership Boosts Human Health and Veterinary Care
A 2026 national survey reveals nearly all U.S. pet owners experience health benefits, which in turn motivates more consistent veterinary visits and...
Battery Ingestion Poses Urgent Risk to Dogs
Two separate pet health advisories: one details the immediate veterinary emergency posed by battery ingestion in dogs.
Popular Pedigree Breeds and Their Health Considerations
An overview of popular pedigree dog breeds in the UK and their associated health predispositions, followed by the story of a rescued dog with...
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...
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...
New World Screwworm Confirmed in US Horse
A case of New World screwworm has been confirmed in a horse in the United States, marking a significant animal health event.
Veterinary Flywheel Balances Pets, Providers, and Profits
A veterinary leader argues the profession must redesign its model to simultaneously support pet health, provider well-being, and business...
Chile Validated as First South American Country to Eliminate Dog-Transmitted Rabies
The World Health Organization has validated Chile for eliminating dog-transmitted rabies as a public health problem.
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.
Professor Carla Maia Wins 2026 WSAVA One Health Award
Veterinarian Carla Maia won the 2026 WSAVA Global One Health Award for her work on vector-borne diseases and integrating pet care into the One Health...
WOAH Surveys Members on Animal Health Status
The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) is surveying its member countries to gather feedback on its official animal health status recognition...
One Health Investment Case Highlights Global Health Threats
The economic burden of zoonotic diseases and antimicrobial resistance demands integrated investment in human, animal, plant and ecosystem health, as...
Probiotics Aid Pets on Antibiotics
Veterinary Practice News explains how probiotics can help pets maintain gut health while on antibiotics, detailing the risks of dysbiosis, probiotic...
Aquatic Animal Health Research Priorities Highlighted Globally
The World Organisation for Animal Health and the STAR IDAZ consortium have published three reports setting research priorities for crustacean...
One Health Joint Plan of Action Extended to 2029
The Quadripartite collaboration extends the One Health Joint Plan of Action to 2029.
Wildfires Threaten Animal Health
Wildfires are affecting ecosystems, livestock, wildlife, and communities worldwide, with approximately 2.6 million hectares burned in the Pantanal in...