VPN Plus+ ExclusiveUptick in MMVD and TEER for canine heart surgeriesApril 9, 2026Increased awareness and availability of open-heart mitral valve repair surgery and the more recent advent of TEER are among the most exciting changes in cardiology in the past decade, says Emily Karlin, DVM, DACVIM (Cardiology), assistant clinical professor in the department of clinical sciences at Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, where the TEER procedure has been performed since January 2023.
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Heartworm hotspots, expanding risk areas identified in latest reportApril 9, 2026New data from the American Heartworm Society (AHS) indicate that while the highest infection rates remain concentrated in the southern United States, heartworm cases are continuing to emerge in previously lower-risk regions across the country.
Cancer center offers the latest in diagnostic, treatment servicesApril 9, 2026From offering specialty care to plans for a significant expansion in the field of translational research, learn about how the UC Davis Comparative Cancer Center aims to shape the future of cancer care.
WordRx: Your dose of veterinary wordplayApril 7, 2026Challenge your veterinary vocabulary! This fun, quick Wordle-style quiz keeps your brain sharp. Don’t worry—this isn’t serious business, just a little fun for vets who love words!
Report highlights barriers to large-dog adoption amid U.S. shelter capacity strainApril 6, 2026A new national report identifies key behavioral and structural barriers limiting large-dog adoption, offering data-driven insights for veterinary and animal welfare professionals seeking to improve outcomes.
Low-cost neuter campaign aims to address cat overpopulationApril 6, 2026The Halifax Humane Society has launched a three-month initiative offering cat neutering for $0.05 as part of efforts to reduce pet overpopulation and mark its 90th anniversary.
FDA expands label for long-acting parasiticide for dogsApril 3, 2026The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved an expanded label for a long-acting injectable parasiticide for dogs, adding protection against two emerging tick species for up to 12 months.
WordRx: Your dose of veterinary wordplayMarch 31, 2026Challenge your veterinary vocabulary! This fun, quick Wordle-style quiz keeps your brain sharp. Don’t worry—this isn’t serious business, just a little fun for vets who love words!
Pet toxicity claims on the rise, data showsMarch 31, 2026Data from more than 71,000 pet insurance claims highlights common household toxins and the substances most often leading to emergency vet visits.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveWhen to induce vomitingMarch 25, 2026Given the ever-increasing availability of OTC medications, chemicals (e.g., fertilizers, rodenticides, chemotherapeutic agents), prescription medications, foods, the legalization of marijuana in many jurisdictions, illicit drugs, and more toxic substances that can wreak havoc on our pets, cognizance of these threats and education of clients to minimize risks remains part of our duty as veterinarians 365 days a year.
