#animal-health

#animal-health

Veterinary mix-up led to unnecessary hip surgery for cat Ivy, causing lasting physical issues for the animal.

Just like humans, pets require immediate care during emergencies; being prepared can save their lives.

Tracking pets can provide health insights, but excessive data might lead to stress for pet owners.

Cats are obligate carnivores and cannot derive all essential nutrients from plants, making a vegan diet challenging.

Feeding cats a vegan diet requires careful formulation to ensure all essential nutrients are met.

Animals play a crucial role in society, providing companionship, comfort, therapy, and food production, while the animal health industry continues to innovate for their well-being.

The current strain of bird flu, H5N1, has become a 'super virus' in its spread among animals and poses a potential risk of a human pandemic.

Bird flu detected in U.S. pigs raises concerns about possible human health risks, emphasizing the need for ongoing surveillance.

The current risk to public health remains low, but the situation underscores the importance of vigilance in monitoring animal viruses.

Bird flu (H5N1) has evolved into a panzootic, threatening both wildlife and human health uniquely in our lifetime.

H5N1 is spreading beyond poultry, now found in cows and indoor cats, indicating a growing public health concern.

Cows in Nevada have been infected by a second variant of avian influenza, raising concerns about transmission and risk to farmworkers.

Dozens of tigers and other animals in southern Vietnam died due to H5N1 bird flu after being fed sick chicken.

The Tulare County dairy industry is facing a severe challenge with the spread of H5N1, leading to increased mortality among livestock.

H5N1 outbreak began in February 2022 with turkeys and has spread rapidly, affecting various species and prompting widespread animal culling.

Dougie, a four-month-old dachshund, successfully recovered from a severe lungworm infection after timely medical intervention.

Boki the bear is undergoing the first brain surgery of its kind in the UK to treat hydrocephalus, crucial for his survival.

Advanced veterinary software is improving operational efficiency and the quality of care in animal clinics.

Foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in Germany prompts immediate measures to control spread, including transportation bans and zoo closures.

Germany's long-standing absence of foot-and-mouth disease ended with an outbreak in early 2025, prompting immediate health measures.

Germany has reported its first foot-and-mouth disease outbreak in 35 years, leading to significant containment measures in Brandenburg.

H5N1 avian influenza poses risks to dairy industry and human health through dairy cow infections and potential milk contamination.

Highly pathogenic bird flu affecting US cows detected in multiple states.

Virus transmitted from wild birds to cows; limited confirmed cases in humans with low risk to the general public.

California's dairy industry faces significant challenges due to a combined attack from avian flu and extreme heat, resulting in higher cow mortality.

Avian influenza has been detected in California dairy cows, prompting quarantine measures, but officials assure that the state's milk supply remains safe.

The livestock industry can align with sustainability through innovative animal health solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance food security.

London is now a Bluetongue Virus control zone to prevent disease spread and protect livestock.

European countries are seeing a sharp increase in Bluetongue virus cases affecting sheep and cattle, raising concerns among farmers.

Seven quarter horses were euthanized at Los Alamitos due to an outbreak of equine infectious anemia, prompting a state investigation and strict biosecurity measures.

The U.S. dairy industry faces challenges in dealing with a bird flu outbreak, as the egg industry offers lessons in biosecurity measures.