Resources for pet parents
Trusted articles from the ASPCA, veterinary schools, and other reputable pet and veterinary organizations, gathered for you and kept current.
Resources for a Mixed Animal Mindset
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Read at sourceHow to Utilize Credentialed Veterinary Technicians in Mixed Animal Practice
When credentialed veterinary technicians are utilized to their full potential, everyone wins — them, you, and the rural communities that need mixed animal veterinary teams. The post How to Utilize Credentialed Veterinary Technicians in Mixe
Read at sourceA Diagnostic Approach to the Vomiting Potbellied Pig
The diagnostic and treatment plans for a potbellied pig that is vomiting is similar to plans for a dog or cat that is vomiting. The post A Diagnostic Approach to the Vomiting Potbellied Pig appeared first on Today's Veterinary Practice .
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Clinical Approach to Goats With Neurologic Signs
Neurologic diseases in goats account for approximately 5% of all cases submitted to diagnostic laboratories in the United States for necropsy. The post Clinical Approach to Goats With Neurologic Signs appeared first on Today's Veterinary Pr
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Updates in Pain Management of Horses
Understanding the options available, their efficacy, and how they can be used in multimodal pain management is crucial for successfully managing pain in the horse. The post Updates in Pain Management of Horses appeared first on Today's Vete
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Diagnosis and Management of Obstructive Urolithiasis in Small Ruminants
Obstructive urolithiasis is a common emergency for small ruminants. The post Diagnosis and Management of Obstructive Urolithiasis in Small Ruminants appeared first on Today's Veterinary Practice .
Read at sourceThis Spooky Season, It’s Time to Adopt-A-Boo!
The ASPCA Adoption Center in New York City invites you to Adopt-A-Boo! From Saturday, October 17, through Sunday, November 1, anyone who is interested in adopting a dog is sure to have a howling good time! On any of those days, you can stop
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A Passion for Horses, A Curiosity for Research
The post A Passion for Horses, A Curiosity for Research appeared first on Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences .
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Purr-fect Comfort: Managing Pain in Aging Pets
The post Purr-fect Comfort: Managing Pain in Aging Pets appeared first on Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences .
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Fresh Thinking For A Familiar Foe
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Read at sourceASPCA Awards $250,000+ with Fund to End Factory Farming Grants in 2026
The ASPCA’ s Fund to End Factory Farming is supporting five projects across the country demonstrating the serious risks factory farming poses to people, animals and our food system. Grantees have been awarded $250,051 for their transformati
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Against The Odds, Highland Cow Returns To Herd After Texas A&M Treatment
The post Against The Odds, Highland Cow Returns To Herd After Texas A&M Treatment appeared first on Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences .
Read at sourceKick Off Adopt a Shelter Dog Month With Us!
Every October, the ASPCA is proud to celebrate Adopt a Shelter Dog Month! It’s the best time of year to consider adopting a new best canine friend. We’d love for you to take a look at some of our adoptable companions below! This is also the
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Creating A Buzz: How A Texas A&M Club Is Helping Expand Veterinary Horizons
The post Creating A Buzz: How A Texas A&M Club Is Helping Expand Veterinary Horizons appeared first on Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences .
Read at sourceMeat Recalls and Imports: How To Find More Humane Food Locally
You might be hearing more about meat, especially beef, lately. Recent recalls and news about imported meat are prompting questions about what we're eating, where it comes from and why. Here’s what’s happening: In August, the White House ann
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Texas A&M Researchers Uncover Multiple Genetic Paths To Mottled Feathers In Chickens
The post Texas A&M Researchers Uncover Multiple Genetic Paths To Mottled Feathers In Chickens appeared first on Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences .
Read at sourceSweet Colada Will Make Every Day a Tropical One!
This playful lady won’t say no to a belly rub! Colada is a pup in Pawling, New York, who is eager to be your new canine companion. When Colada is out in the yard, she is all about exciting chase games. She might interrupt the fun by asking
Read at sourceHappy Higgins Wants To Play With You!
Friendly and social, Higgins is always on the lookout for a new BFF! He’s a young pup in New York City who greets every day with lots of love and energy. Get ready for lots of tail wags and full-body wiggles from this handsome guy! Higgins
Read at sourceFear Free and Calmr Dog- Reducing Canine FAS through Play
Reading Time: minute Dogs can experience fear, anxiety, and stress in many situations, whether at home, in a shelter, during travel, or before visits like grooming or veterinary care. Supporting your dog’s emotional wellbeing includes meeti
Read at source‘I didn’t realize I was a rarity’
Katrina Mealey surmounted obstacles along the way to bring a life-saving genetic test for pets to the market, helping millions of pet owners.
Read at sourcePreparing Pets for Summer Without the Stress
Reading Time: 4 minutes Summer brings longer days, vacations, outdoor adventures, and family fun, but for many pets, it can also bring unfamiliar routines, increased noise, travel, heat, and environmental changes that may contribute to fear
Read at sourceResearcher earns $420K grant to study tick-borne disease
The NIH grant to WSU researcher Dana Shaw could pave the way for strategies to stop tick-borne diseases before they reach people or animals.
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WSU study finds high prevalence of hantavirus in some parts of Pacific Northwest
Nearly a third of rodents in the Palouse showed evidence of past infection with the Sin Nombre virus, which can be fatal in humans.
Read at sourceMicrochipping Pets: A Pet Parent’s Guide to Preparation, Not Panic
Reading Time: 5 minutes Every pet parent dreads the same scenario: an open gate, a slipped leash, a side door that didn’t quite latch. Even the most careful households lose a pet now and then, and when it happens, the difference between a s
Read at sourceTips for Fear Free® Heartworm Treatment
Reading Time: minute Heartworm treatment can be challenging for dogs, but keeping them calm and quiet can minimize their risk of increased stress. This can become a challenge for active dogs who can become bored, restless, and anxious when
Read at sourceTwo WSU professors among 2025 AAAS Fellows
Michael Court, an emeritus professor with the College of Veterinary Medicine and Michael Neff, a professor of crop biotechnology, were announced today as 2025 AAAS Fellows.
Read at sourceTargeting a specific brain circuit may help prevent opioid relapse
WSU researchers find that reducing activity in a specific neural pathway can significantly bring down drug-seeking behavior.
Read at sourceSensors could help reduce fatal racehorse injuries by 20%
Wearable devices feed algorithm that predicts the risk of fatal injuries among racing thoroughbreds, according to a new publication from WSU researchers.
Read at sourceEnhancing Outdoor Environments for the Pets You Love
Reading Time: minute Looking for a weed control option that keeps your pet’s wellbeing in mind? This Spruce product overview breaks down what makes this solution different—from fast-drying results to just nine simple ingredients that are sa
Read at sourceBackyard Bliss Starts Here!
Reading Time: minute Ready to turn your backyard into a safe, enriching space your dog will love? This downloadable handout is packed with simple ideas to help you make outdoor time more joyful—and more Fear Free. From scent-based games to
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