AVMA News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Owners often travel with their pets, whether for vacation or even a trip to the veterinarian. However, no data exists on how many pets have been injured or killed in car accidents. Around 45% of U.S. households own dogs and 26% of households own cats out of the total U.S.

Pets 413

Pets 2020 Killing Cats 413

AVMA News

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The pet aftercare industry remains largely unregulated, and veterinarians are often the only source of information that pet owners have when choosing pet aftercare providers. There are many considerations for a veterinarian when it comes to handling pet remains and interacting with the pet owner during this sensitive time.

Pets 350

Pets Industry 350

AVMA News

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Most pet owners believe the veterinarian-client-patient relationship (VCPR) should be established in-person rather than virtually, according to an AVMA survey that also found a majority of owners prefer that a veterinarian oversee their pet’s care.

Pets 351

Pets 351

AVMA News

MARCH 17, 2023

The Auxiliary to the AVMA will be celebrating National Pet Week 2023, May 7-13, with the theme “People, Pets & Vets a Perfect Team.”

Pets 324

Pets Vet 324

AVMA News

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

A flood of cases of canine separation anxiety and a rash of unsocialized pandemic puppies were among the dire predictions about the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on pets. Two veterinary behaviorists discuss the accuracy of each.

Pets 357

Pets Puppies 357

AVMA News

JUNE 20, 2023

The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) announced its annual list of top toxins for pets. Recreational drugs, such as marijuana, mushrooms, and cocaine landed on the list for the first time.

ASPCA 360

ASPCA Pets Cruelty Animal 360

AVMA News

APRIL 3, 2023

The AVMA will be celebrating National Pet Week, held this year from May 7-13, with themes for each day of the week.

Pets 282

Pets 282

AVMA News

APRIL 12, 2023

An industry-wide working group, led by the AVMA and Mars Veterinary Health, has developed a free resource that veterinary teams can use to help foster healthy communication and a positive partnership between staff and pet owners.

Pets 266

Pets Industry Groups 266

AVMA News

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

A recent survey from Brakke Consulting looked at consumer preferences and behaviors in pet medicine purchasing, customer satisfaction with different channels and service expectations, and the competitive landscape among the five major online pet medicine retailers.

Pets 354

Pets 354

AVMA News

JANUARY 23, 2024

The connection between attitudes toward human and pet vaccines and how those of some people are changing is forcing veterinary professionals to more frequently explain the benefits of vaccines for pets.

Pets 413

Pets Cats Humane Dogs 413

4 The Love Of Animals

MAY 26, 2016

… Continue reading → The post Memorialize your pet with Pet Perennials appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. Sadly, our dog passed away just a few months later from cancer. We decided to create a garden around her burial spot as well.

Pets 188

Pets Dogs Animal Birds 188

AVMA News

DECEMBER 29, 2023

Kwane Stewart, the founder of Project Street Vet, was voted CNN’s Hero of the Year and will receive a $100,000 prize and an additional $300,000 from the Elevate Prize Foundation to continue his work providing veterinary care for pets of those experiencing homelessness.

Vet 451

Vet Homelessness Pets 451

AVMA News

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Dog trainers that use aversive training methods, including Augusto DeOliveira, also known as "The Dog Daddy," have caught the attention of concerned animal welfare groups, trainers, veterinary behaviorists, and pet owners.

Dogs 511

Dogs Animal Welfare Welfare Pets 511

AVMA News

MARCH 15, 2023

The two organizations are promoting an effort called #Paws4MentalHealth that encourages pet owners to take a break, get up, stretch, and share a picture of their pet with an explanation of how their pet positively impacts their mental health.

Human Animals 351

Human Animals Humane Animal Pets 351

Reddit Animals

APRIL 19, 2024

i guess some people only take their pets when there’s an issue? I have a family dog that we take yearly for checkups and i bring my cat annually too. its happened multiple times where i’ll be talking about how my cat has a vet appointment, someone says “oh no, is he okay?”. when i tell them its just a checkup they’re surprised.

Pets 40

Pets Vet Cats Dogs 40

AVMA News

JANUARY 8, 2024

The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) amended several AVMA policies addressing a range of veterinary-related issues, , from raw diets for dogs and cats, to dog and cat population management, to animal loss support services, and safe, noncommercial transport of pets in motor vehicles, during its regular winter session, held January 5-6 in Chicago in conjunction (..)

Cats 341

Cats Cat Population Chicago Dogs 341

10,000 Birds

MARCH 25, 2016

No hawk can carry off a 12-pound pet. No hawk can carry off a 3-pound pet. THE PETS THAT ARE IN REAL DANGER ARE THE ONES WHO ARE 12 POUNDS AND UNDER. THESE ARE THE PETS THAT HAWKS CAN SWOOP DOWN AND GRAB. DO NOT LEAVE YOUR PETS OUTSIDE WITHOUT SUPERVISION. The answer is: no.

Pets 240

Pets Barn Owls Kentucky Bald Eagle 240

4 The Love Of Animals

MAY 22, 2017

Pets can sure find themselves in a lot of trouble. Whether it’s eating a pair of socks, chewing up the furniture or leaving unwanted messes on the floor, pet parents definitely have their hands full. Warm weather on its way … Continue reading →

Pets 164

Pets Unwanted Cats Dogs 164

AVMA News

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine on October 1 launched the latest phases of its ongoing plan to promote stewardship of medically important antimicrobials used to treat animals, including pets.

Medical 309

Medical Pets Animal 309

AVMA News

JUNE 15, 2023

Hill's Pet Nutrition and the Morris Animal Foundation (MAF) are celebrating their 75th anniversary and the enduring legacy of their shared founder, Dr. Mark L. Morris Sr.

Industry 351

Industry Animal Pets 351

4 The Love Of Animals

SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Too many times we see pets abandoned during weather-related disasters and with yet another Hurricane possibly headed our way (Irma), Petplan pet insurance wants to remind responsible pet parents to be aware of these simple tips to keep their pets … Continue reading →

Pets 100

Pets Abandon Abandoning Abandonment 100

Reddit Animals

APRIL 28, 2023

It’s essentially Morning Brew for the pet industry Dogs, cats, fish, horses, bunnies, etc. Would this be something you as a pet owner would be interested in?

Pets 52

Pets Horses Industry Cats 52

4 The Love Of Animals

JUNE 25, 2016

With summer in full bloom, they rounded up a list of 199 common flowers and plants that are poisonous for pets, so you can be sure your furry friend is safe all. The post Pet Safety 101: Poisonous Plants and Flowers appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. ProFlowers, an FTD company, created this helpful graphic.

Pets 177

Pets Animal Cats Dogs 177

AVMA News

AUGUST 14, 2023

Bair-Brake presented on the topic of PFAS in pets. #AVMA2023 rewind: Per-and-polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been linked to harmful health effects in both humans and animals. Dr. Heather D.

Research 318

Research Cats Dogs Pets 318

Reddit Animals

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

I'm enrolled in an educational program where I conducting research on designing a pet recommendation app. Hi everyone! Please fill out the survey if you are interested. link] ​ submitted by /u/axesspwns [link] [comments]

Pets 40

Pets Research Animal 40

4 The Love Of Animals

AUGUST 29, 2017

Petplan pet insurance staff veterinarian Kim Smyth shares important tips about the hazards that those in the area affected by Hurricane Harvey (and flood prone regions) should beware of when it comes to the health of their pets in the … Continue reading →

Pets 133

Pets 133

Reddit Animals

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

19 pets total! Not pictures are 6 rummy nose tetras and 6 panda corydoras. submitted by /u/Name1ess1d10t [link] [comments]

Pets 52

Pets Pandas Animal 52

4 The Love Of Animals

JULY 15, 2017

With Boynton Beach (FL) Police Department’s video saving a dog from heat stroke in a hot car has gone viral (click here to watch), Petplan pet insurance wants to remind pet owners that the heat takes its toll on our … Continue reading →

Pets 133

Pets Dogs Cats 133

4 The Love Of Animals

MAY 19, 2018

10 reasons why guinea pigs make great pets – by James Alston writing for ExoticDirect ExoticDirect offer pet insurance for guinea pigs, rabbits, ferrets, hamsters, mice and other small pets. They also insure parrots, reptiles, tortoise and even pygmy hedgehogs!

Guinea Pigs 113

Guinea Pigs Guinea Pigs Pets 113

AVMA News

APRIL 4, 2023

Other speakers discussed how to help pet owners know when it is time to euthanize a pet and how veterinary professionals can learn to grieve.

Euthanasia 273

Euthanasia Psychology Sheep Chicago 273

AVMA News

JUNE 13, 2023

The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association (VHMA) developed a new Organizational Diagnosis and Design (OrgDD) Toolkit to help practice leaders solve workforce issues and improve their services for a better client experience and improved health care outcomes for pets.

Pets 328

Pets Experience Experiments 328

4 The Love Of Animals

JUNE 11, 2017

Luckily there are some easy tips to help you pet proof your car … Continue reading → The post Pet Proof Your Car appeared first on 4 The Love of Animals. The summer season has started, and with it comes road trips! Of course, any time you travel with your fur baby in the car messes might happen.

Pets 100

Pets Fur Animal Cats 100

Reddit Animals

DECEMBER 24, 2023

This is probably a dumb question but what wild animals can I pet like if I ran into a baby one? Or if one was injured? Like my human scent wouldn’t affect the relationship with the mom? Like deer, seals, squirrels, foxes, raccoon, beavers, birds, rabbits etc submitted by /u/InternationalPay1357 [link] [comments]

Beavers 40

Beavers Pets Raccoons Rabbits 40

Reddit Animals

JULY 18, 2023

Pets have been a part of human society for thousands of years, serving as companions, protectors, and even healers. From cats and dogs to birds and reptiles, pets have a unique ability to connect with humans in ways that are both profound and lasting. One of the primary reasons people keep pets is for companionship.

Humane 40

Humane Pets Reptiles Emotional 40

Reddit Animals

APRIL 2, 2023

We have a few pets living with us but I'm concerned about my roommates pets and I'm worried if they're being neglected and mistreated. You can see his hip bones and when I pet his head I can feel the bump in his skull. I live with 3 other ppl. Often times he just turns on the fan 24/7 to ignore the smell.

Pets 52

Pets Litter Neglecting Cats 52

AVMA News

APRIL 11, 2023

The AVMA and the American Psychiatric Association (APA) ended a monthlong social media campaign to raise awareness about companion animals and mental health with a Twitter chat on the importance of the human-animal bond and prioritizing wellbeing.

Companion Animal 310

Companion Animal Campaign Human Animals Raised 310

AVMA News

APRIL 26, 2023

The American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) is partnering with Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets to help expand the Foundation’s Reaching Every Animal with Charitable Care (REACH) Animal Care Program, which provides grants to AVMA members who offer immediate care at a low cost to pets with owners experiencing financial limitations.

Medical 327

Medical Pets Animal 327