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FTC sues to block Covetrus-MWI merger, citing price war between top two distributors
The agency's complaint argues the deal would eliminate head-to-head competition between the two largest veterinary distributors and drive up costs for practices.
3 min read · Nov 13
Canadian veterinarians lose pharmacy subsidy as Competition Bureau opens retail sales
Costco has rolled out drug prices that veterinary small businesses will have a hard time competing with, according to Dr. Andy Roark.
3 min read · Nov 13
Six percent of older dogs with acute neurological signs had brain hemorrhage on MRI
A 25-dog retrospective study found spontaneous intra-parenchymal hemorrhagic stroke in 6% of dogs age 6 and older undergoing brain MRI for acute neurological signs, with frequent excellent outcomes.
3 min read · Nov 12
NVA hires Dr. Jo Ann Morrison as VP of clinical excellence and patient safety
The newly created role will synthesize clinical research and outcomes data across NVA's network of more than 1,200 North American hospitals.
2 min read · Nov 12
Purina adds three feline therapeutic products to Pro Plan Veterinary line
The company announced a new therapeutic diet and two liquid supplements for cats, targeting what it calls common clinical needs.
2 min read · Nov 12
FDA authorizes emergency fluralaner use for screwworm infestations in dogs
The November 3 Emergency Use Authorization covers Bravecto chewable tablets for New World screwworm myiasis in dogs and puppies.
3 min read · Nov 11
Vetster partners with 17-location boarding chain to put telehealth vets on call for guest pets
The deal covers five brands across seven states and includes free virtual care for Kindred employees' pets.
3 min read · Nov 10
AAHA data shows 44% of pets are now seniors as 15-18% lifespan gains reshape practice revenue
The American Animal Hospital Association reports 44% of pets are now classified as seniors, and the revenue mix has shifted from preventive care to chronic disease management.
5 min read · Nov 10
Hill's releases small-dog clinical report as breed mix shifts practice case load
The company says small dogs now make up more than 52% of the global canine population and should not be treated as scaled-down versions of larger breeds.
3 min read · Nov 9
Medetomidine premedication halved hypotension rates in a randomized spay-neuter trial
The trial ran at a university teaching hospital and tracked mean arterial pressure, creatinine changes, and oliguria 24 hours post-op.
4 min read · Nov 9
Chewy Health releases first veterinary do-not-crush medication list
The company released two versions: a clinical reference PDF for veterinary professionals and a simplified PetMD article for pet owners.
2 min read · Nov 6
ZIP code practice density varies five-fold inside single metro areas, Terminal data shows
South LA's 90011 has 106,000 residents and the same problem, while Fort Worth's 76179 has two practices for 74,000 people with $106K median income.
4 min read · Nov 6
A vet student four weeks from boards says practices are asking the wrong hiring question
Sue Vũ, four weeks from her NAVLE, writes that the generation practices are about to hire is scared, and that fear is splitting them in two directions.
4 min read · Nov 5
AAHA data shows 17% of lab tests go unbilled, and server-based PIMS are part of the reason
AAHA research found 17% of lab tests went unbilled, and veterinarians spend 30-40% of working hours on documentation.
3 min read · Nov 4
Mount Pearl animal hospital closes after 39 years citing veterinarian shortage
Sunrise Animal Hospital announced a temporary closure starting Nov. 13 after two veterinarians left to start their own practice nearby.
3 min read · Nov 4
Front-desk checkout averages seven to 10 minutes, in-room checkout takes two to five
Partners Animal Hospital in Lakewood Ranch, Florida, uses laptops and mobile credit card readers to process payments in exam rooms instead of at the front desk.
3 min read · Nov 4
AAHA splits diabetes management guidelines into separate canine and feline editions
The American Animal Hospital Association released updated diabetes management guidelines on Sept. 6, splitting them into separate canine and feline documents for the first time since 2018.
3 min read · Nov 3
PetMetrix releases free report tracking 22 months of new competition in pet prescriptions
The report tracks major industry developments between September 2024 and June 2026 as product-only clinic visits dropped 6.2% in 2025.
2 min read · Nov 3
Merck launches non-adjuvanted rabies vaccine line with half-milliliter dose
The line offers one- and three-year options, removes adjuvants and preservatives, and uses a 0.5-mL dose Merck says supports comfort during preventive care.
1 min read · Nov 2
82 dogs with B-cell lymphoma lived a median 660 days after CHOP plus adoptive T-cell therapy
A retrospective study of 82 dogs treated between 2017 and 2025 found median post-ACT survival of 368 days and a 5% adverse event rate.
3 min read · Nov 2
Montana practice hired an associate to split on-call duty
Zoetis documentary premiere in Montana featured Stillwater Veterinary Clinic's recruiting model and the loan-repayment programs tied to underserved-area service.
5 min read · Oct 30
Most cats with surgically repaired spinal fractures walk again within 8 weeks
A retrospective study of 30 cats found 28 ambulatory at 8 weeks and 23 fully recovered long-term, with owner assessment good or excellent in 27 of 29.
4 min read · Oct 30
Inappetence in geriatric patients signals pain or nausea, not pickiness
Pain, nausea, and physical discomfort drive most appetite loss in senior pets. Treating the driver restores appetite better than stimulants alone.
8 min read · Oct 30
AAHA publishes 2026 parasite guidelines built around emerging threats and One Health framing
The 2026 guidelines cover diagnosis, treatment, antiparasitic resistance, reportable diseases, and client communication on zoonotic risk.
2 min read · Oct 29