Latest Posts
Australian Wildlife Conservancy Builds Largest Cat-Proof Fence to Protect Endangered Species
On April 12, 2018, the Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) finished creating a 94-square-kilometer—approximately 58-square-mile—sanctuary for threatened and endangered species of Australian mammals—specifically, small marsupials. The cornerstone of this massive wildlife conservation effort is the construction of a 27.3-mile-long cat-proof…
Read more
Legislation to speed animal drug review and drive innovation advances
The U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Energy and Commerce has moved to advance the Animal Drug and Animal Generic Drug User Fee Amendments of 2018 (H.R. 5554) and included language that would expand conditional approvals beyond minor uses and…
Read more
Dinosaur Dandruff Provides Insight Into Prehistoric Evolution of Birds
Paleontologists just confirmed in the study, “Fossilized skin reveals coevolution with feathers and metabolism in feathered dinosaurs and early birds,” that dandruff was a thing, even back during the Jurassic and Cretaceous period. That’s right, prehistoric dinosaurs dealt with…
Read more
Visiting USAID
Last week I visited the headquarters of The United States Agency for International Development (USAID), a federal branch of the US government that works to facilitate humanitarian aid and development efforts worldwide. Since its inception in 1961, USAID has funded…
Read more
Senate bill to curb horse abuse introduced
Last week, Senators Mark Warner (D-Va.) and Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) introduced a Senate version of the Prevent All Soring Tactics (PAST) Act, which would crack down on horse soring – the deliberate harming of a horse to exaggerate the horse’s…
Read more
Canine Cancer Vaccines: What Are They and What Do They Do?
By Dr. Chris Pinard If your pet has recently been diagnosed with a canine cancer, you have probably been doing your own research about the array of treatment options available. Through your research, you may have come across cancer…
Read more
Kenny Chesney’s Foundation Brings Rescued Dogs to Florida for a Second Chance
After Hurricanes Irma and Maria, Kenny Chesney started his foundation, Love for Love City, to help provide relief for those affected by the storms. Their website explains, “We are partnering with local charities, with a focus on St. John, to…
Read more
Vietnam War Veterans Unveil Military Dog Memorial
On June 2, 2018, The Highground Veterans Memorial Park in Neillsville, Wisconsin will be holding the “2018 Military Working Dog Tribute Dedication” ceremony. At the ceremony, a group of veterans will unveil a new memorial that honors the many military…
Read more
American Airline Pet Policy Cracks Down on Allowed Emotional Support Animals
American Airlines has made updates to their pet policies in regard to emotional support animals (ESAs). After a litany of passengers attempting to fly with a wide variety of animals, including chickens, reptiles, rodents and the infamous peacock, American…
Read more
Merrick Pet Care Voluntarily Recalls Limited Varieties of Beef Dog Treats
Company: Merrick Pet Care Brand Name: Merrick; Castor & Pollux Recall Date: 5/23/2018 Product Names (UPCs; Date Ranges): Castor & Pollux Good Buddy Prime Patties Real Beef Recipe 4 oz. (780872510806; 5/1/2017 – 9/1/2019) Castor & Pollux Good…
Read more