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Hog farmers face more losses during COVID-19: Many ‘will not survive’ pandemic
U.S. hog farmers may have a long road ahead as the pandemic continues to surge, an industry economist said...
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Weekly livestock news: July 27, 2020
Infectious bursal disease virus research could improve poultry vaccine development Variations in a viral protein called VP4 could explain...
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New AVMA guide helps practices deliver service during pandemic
The AVMA has added a new tool to its COVID-19 resource page to help practices safely expand services during...
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Course teaches vet students to talk to pet owners about euthanasia
Veterinary students at Cornell University are learning strategies to talk to pet owners about euthanasia, a difficult skill to...
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Weekly companion animal news: July 27, 2020
Dentistry training may soon be required in U.S. veterinary schools Dentistry courses could go from being electives to required...
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Merck receives FDA approval for Bravecto monthly chew for fleas and ticks
Merck Animal Health announced that the FDA has approved Bravecto 1-Month chews for dogs and puppies eight weeks of...
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New AVMA report will describe antimicrobial resistance trends in animals
A new report from the AVMA will aim to help veterinarians understand antimicrobial resistance in the animals they see...
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Weekly companion animal news: July 20, 2020
New study examines opioid-related ‘vet shopping’ in Appalachia A recent study shows that “vet shopping”—lying to acquire pet medication...
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Farmers say they’re hesitant to have sales reps visit during pandemic: survey
Nearly half of the farmers in a recent survey said they’re hesitant to allow sales reps onto their farms...
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Backyard poultry and livestock show increasing need for veterinary care
Backyard poultry and small-scale livestock agriculture are increasingly popular in the United States, but these animals haven’t received much...
