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Pet population continues to increase while pet spending declines

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The average amount spent per household on veterinary care for pets decreased by 4% from last year to this year, according to preliminary data from the 2024 AVMA Pet Ownership and Demographic Sourcebook, which was presented during the 2024 AVMA Veterinary Economic and Business Forum.

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Pet food recall linked to seven-state Salmonella outbreak

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Summary: Mid America Pet Food has expanded its October 30 voluntary recall to include additional pet food products, with a best by date before October 31, 2024, made at its Mount Pleasant, Texas, facility, due to the products’ potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.

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FDA confirms safety of Purina pet foods

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The Food and Drug Administration announced July 31 that no public health concerns are associated with Nestlé Purina Pet Care pet food after completing a review of the products that generated a jump in adverse event reports last year.

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Raw pet food diets, pet population management policies headed to HOD

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These policies deal with noncommercial transportation of pets, management of dog and cat populations, and raw pet food diets, among other issues. The AVMA House of Delegates, during its regular winter session, being held January 5-6, 2024, in Chicago, will vote on six resolutions that would amend AVMA policies.

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Congress considers bill helping with costs of veterinary care, pet insurance

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New bipartisan legislation introduced in Congress would help Americans manage the costs of veterinary care and pet insurance by authorizing tax-advantaged health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts for pets and service animals.

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Walmart expands pet care services with new veterinary centers, telehealth service

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Walmart recently announced major expansions to its pet care services that include opening five new Walmart Pet Services Centers in Georgia and Arizona, veterinary telehealth, and veterinary prescription drug delivery.

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AAFCO adopts consumer-friendly pet food labeling guidelines

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The updated label recommendations from Association of American Feed Control Official were developed in conjunction with consumers and industry and are meant to help consumers make better informed decisions when purchasing pet food.

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