New Canadian docuseries explores bizarre pet emergencies

The unpredictable world of pet misadventures takes the spotlight in the upcoming CTV docuseries My Pet Ate What!? This 14-episode series delves into the peculiar and often surprising dietary choices of pets, guided by veterinary expert Dr. Eugene Gorodetsky and his son, Ben.

Calgarians rally to help pets hit by California wildfires

Parachutes for Pets, a Calgary-based animal organization, is providing vital support to pets displaced by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles, Calif. The group has been overwhelmed by local donations of pet supplies, including food and litter, and even the use of a private jet.

Ostrich farm proposes novel research opportunity amid avian flu cull

Universal Ostrich Farms Inc., an ostrich farm in Edgewood, B.C., is fighting to save its herd of 400 birds after a federal avian flu cull order. The farm hopes to use the outbreak to research the disease and develop solutions that could benefit both ostriches and other bird species.

New once-daily treatment breaks the canine itch-scratch cycle

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The Veterinary Drugs Directorate (VDD) of Health Canada recently approved Zenrelia™ (ilunocitinib tablets), a once-daily oral JAK inhibitor for dogs with allergic and atopic dermatitis.

A closer look at antimicrobial stewardship, a fundamental One Health issue

Current research trends in veterinary medicine seek to solidify treatment guidelines—including proper antimicrobial selection and treatment duration for numerous common veterinary conditions. The goal is to ensure veterinarians are not only aware of the evidence but can practice proper antimicrobial stewardship—minimizing the development of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), protecting our patients, and the future health of other animals, people, and the environment.