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Opening of the 1st Entirely Pet-Friendly Domestic Violence Shelter in the U.S.

The first pet-friendly domestic violence shelter is opened in Brooklyn, N.

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New Study by Veterinary Researcher Shows Promise in the Fight Against Parasitic Worms

In an exciting new development, a team of researchers has published a study that could prove promising in the fight against parasitic worms.

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Top 10 Reasons Why Pets See a Veterinarian

Skin conditions, stomach issues, and ear infections are the top three reasons dog owners bring their pets to the vet, and stomach issues, urinary tract infections, and skin conditions top the list for cat owners, according to Healthy Paws Pet Insurance’s third annual Cost of Pet Health Care 2018 report.

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AVMA Shares Safety Tips for Pets on Halloween

In preparation for Halloween, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has put together seven tips for veterinarians to share with pet owners to ensure animals stay safe during upcoming festivities.

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Tuskegee University’s College of Veterinary Medicine Supports Hurricane Relief Efforts

In addition to nonperishable food and water, the school collected pet food to help pet owners scrambling to rebuild their lives Ahead of Hurricane Florence, millions of people evacuated their homes.

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How to Keep Your Pets Safe During a Hurricane

How to ensure the safety of family pets during a hurricane When Hurricane Florence pummeled the Carolinas in September 2018, shelters were established in cities like Fayetteville, North Carolina, and Florence, South Carolina.

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University of Florida Veterinarian Wins National Research Grant to Study Diabetes in Dogs

Allison O’Kell, DVM, is exploring the pathogenesis of canine diabetes to study possible similarities between how the diabetes develops in dogs and humans A University of Florida veterinarian has won a five-year research grant to study diabetes in dogs — work that may lead to advances in helping humans.