Dirk Vanderwall has been appointed interim dean of USU’s new College of Veterinary Medicine. Photo courtesy of Utah State University. LOGAN – The College of Veterinary Medicine has been officially approved to become Utah State University’s ninth college. Serving as interim dean is Dr. Dirk Vanderwall, who has been affiliated with USU’s School of Veterinary Medicine for several years. USU …
An Edinburgh couple is calling for employee accountability after their dog was reported dead during a visit to a veterinary clinic. The incident took place at Pet Doctor 911 in McAllen. “Harley,” an 8-year-old English Bulldog, had a 2 pm appointment on March 4. Owners Norma and Felix Reyes said after more than an hour, they received a call. “I …
Assistant Professor/DVM Rusty Stott works with Cole Godfrey to evaluate sheep for breeding soundness at the Utah State University Animal Science Research Farm. Photo courtesy of Utah State University Logan – Utah State University Is About To Create The State’s First Ever College of Veterinary Medicine Thanks to A Commitment by The Utah Legislature to Provide Ongoing State Funding. For …
Dr. Jane
January 29, 2022
TUCSON, Ariz. (KOLD News 13) – VCA Valley Animal Hospital is partnering with the organization Vet Set Go in hopes of getting children interested in caring for animals to combat the workforce shortage. Between January 2019 and May 2021, the American Veterinary Medical Association reported 18 positions open for every veterinarian seeking a job. An increase in people adopting pets …
Dr. Jane
November 19, 2021
PHILADELPHIA – Rosalyn “Rose” Fennell, Superintendent of Valley Forge National Historical Park, was recognized for 2021 with the Kennel Club of Philadelphia’s Dogs’ Best Friend Award. Fennell, who is committed to national efforts to get dogs (and their people) safely to American national parks, will be honored on Saturday, November 20, during the National Dog Show ceremonies at the Greater …
Dr. Jane
November 11, 2021
A reward is offered when authorities search for the person responsible for killing a cat with an arrow in the Hudson Valley. Putnam County’s SPCA Law Enforcement is currently investigating the death of a cat found with an arrow through its neck in the city of Kent. The cat, a well-known stray fed by residents of Nimham Road, was found …
Dr. Jane
October 19, 2021
Los Angeles (CBSLA) – Following a recent canine flu outbreak at the West Valley Animal Shelter, dog owners are urged to get their dogs vaccinated to prevent the virus from spreading. Canine flu is a highly contagious upper respiratory disease that does not normally affect humans, but can be transmitted from dog to person by touching infected areas. Canine flu …
Dr. Jane
September 14, 2021
As a part time dog walker and trainer, I started noticing the pet pandemic phenomena early on. The mission “Stay at home, stay healthy” started on March 23, 2020 and in April I received a lot of calls from new puppy parents who needed help with newly adopted dogs. Unfortunately, as part of Governor Inslee’s step-by-step approach to reopening Washington …
The City of Jefferson has added a new aspect to an ordinance by addressing wild cat colonies. Feral cats first became a problem in April 2018 when the city temporarily stopped issuing live traps to remove animals, including feral cats, from private properties. City Administrator Mike Palmer said in 2018 that police kill an average of one feral cat per …
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) – After the Valley Animal Center calls for donations for cat care, it recognizes the community members who stand up for the shelter during its busiest time of year. Action News met a special mother-daughter duo that benefited from the generosity of the community. Aptly named after a dynamic duo, Pie and her 2 week old kitten …
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