Veterinary medicine

National Veterinary Association Calls on Federal Government to Address Severe Workforce Shortage

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
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Establishment of a National Testing Centre for Internationally Educated Veterinarians Needed

Key Points: 
  • The veterinary profession in Canada faces pressing challenges that demand immediate attention from the federal government.
  • "Given the severe workforce shortage in our profession, Canada needs a veterinary workforce enhancement program that supports expansion and innovation of clinical teaching, training, and research to develop the next generation of veterinarians in response to societal demands."
  • The workforce shortage poses a significant threat to the veterinary profession and its ability to provide quality care for its patients and clients.
  • The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association is the national and international voice for Canada's veterinarians, providing leadership and advocacy for veterinary medicine.

Dyadic Announces Publication of C1 Monoclonal Antibody in Nonhuman Primate Study in Nature Communications

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
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The first trial using a C1 produced monoclonal antibody provides equivalent protection against SARS-CoV-2 in hamster and nonhuman primate models compared to monoclonal antibody produced in CHO.

Key Points: 
  • The first trial using a C1 produced monoclonal antibody provides equivalent protection against SARS-CoV-2 in hamster and nonhuman primate models compared to monoclonal antibody produced in CHO.
  • "The study characterized the in vitro activity of a monoclonal antibody (mAb) produced by C1 cells (designated "HuMab 87G7") and demonstrated its protective efficacy for both prophylactic and therapeutic applications in hamsters and non-human primates without causing antibody-mediated enhanced virus replication.
  • A mounting body of evidence, from both ourselves and an expanding community of scientists worldwide, supporting the use of Dyadic's C1 expression system as a versatile production platform.
  • To view the online publication of “Filamentous fungus-produced human monoclonal antibody provides protection against SARS-CoV-2 in hamster and nonhuman primate models”, please visit nature communications or follow the link below:

VPP Celebrates Milestone for Innovative Partnership Model, as 100th Associate Veterinarian Becomes Co-Owner

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP) , the veterinary community revolutionizing vet practice ownership and support, is proud to announce that its 100th associate veterinarian has made the transition to clinic co-owner.

Key Points: 
  • Veterinary Practice Partners (VPP) , the veterinary community revolutionizing vet practice ownership and support, is proud to announce that its 100th associate veterinarian has made the transition to clinic co-owner.
  • This major milestone underscores VPP’s enduring commitment to reshaping the veterinary industry by empowering doctors to take control of their own destiny through its innovative partnership model.
  • Since its inception in 2011, VPP has been at the forefront of redefining veterinary practice ownership by offering veterinarians a future that enables them to truly own their success.
  • VPP’s model is predicated on providing associates with opportunities to secure equity and achieve participatory ownership.

Schwarzman Animal Medical Center Releases 2023 Numbers, Recapping a Year of Comprehensive Care

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As the world's largest veterinary teaching hospital dedicated to the advancement of veterinary medicine, Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) announces its official 2023 numbers – recapping a year of comprehensive and compassionate care as New York City's only level 1 trauma center.

Key Points: 
  • "As New York City's only level 1 veterinary trauma center, we're honored to provide world-class, compassionate care to animals for over 110 years.
  • Dr. Ann Hohenhaus, Senior Veterinarian in Oncology and the Director of Pet Health Information at Animal Medical Center, elaborated on the impact of charitable giving.
  • Later in 2024, the Animal Medical Center will see the opening of the newly expanded Emergency Room, Intensive Care Unit and Medical Surgical Unit, with expected project completion in 2025.
  • With a team of 130+ veterinarians across more than 20 specialties, the Animal Medical Center provides world-class medical care to dogs, cats, and exotic pets and is open 365 days a year and operates 24/7.

Focus group on veterinary pharmacovigilance reporting in poultry, European Medicines Agency, Amsterdam, the Netherlands, 11 October 2023

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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Date

Key Points: 
  • Date
    - Wednesday, 11 October 2023
    Location
    - European Medicines Agency, Amsterdam, the Netherlands
    Event summary
    The European Medicines Agency has a coordinating role in the EU pharmacovigilance system and operates services and processes to support veterinary pharmacovigilance activities.
  • This entails surveillance of adverse events, including lack of expected efficacy reported after veterinary medicinal products are used in practice, to safeguard animal and public health and the environment.
  • The Agency is hosting a Focus Group meeting with specialists in poultry veterinary science (veterinarians or other healthcare professionals) to facilitate reporting of adverse events.
  • This meeting is a follow-up to the 2016 focus group meeting held with EU veterinarians specialised in food-producing animals, on the promotion of pharmacovigilance reporting.

BioElectronics Corporation Announces the Publication of a Canine Arthritis Study

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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Forty-nine animals completed the study. No negative side effects were reported. Average subjective discomfort scores for the treatment group (N=26) were reduced from 4.26 to 2.31 (45%) compared to no improvement in the placebo group (N=23) over the study period. Average PROM scores increased by 5.51 (4.59--6.23) degrees relative to the placebo group. Ninety-six percent of the treatment group showed either increased PROM or improved behavioral changes or both compared to 4% for the placebo group. Most changes occurred within the first 8 days of treatment.

Key Points: 
  • The study was published online by Veterinary Medicine & Science, and can be viewed here: https://doi.org/10.1002/vms3.1408
    A randomized, blinded, placebo-controlled 14-day study of 60 dogs having prior veterinary-diagnosis OA in at least one limb joint.
  • BioElectronics’ Model 088 device was secured near the cervical region of the dog’s spine.
  • Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis in dogs and is the most common source of chronic pain in older dogs.
  • Armed with these published results, BioElectronics Corporation will pursue appropriately qualified distribution partners to market and sell its unique pulsed shortwave device into the veterinary medicine market.

Loyal Announces $45 Million Series B Financing to Continue Development of First FDA-Approved Dog Lifespan Extension Drug for Veterinary Use

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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Loyal , a biotech company pioneering longevity drugs for dogs, today announced that it has successfully completed its Series B funding round, securing $45 million in investment.

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  • Loyal , a biotech company pioneering longevity drugs for dogs, today announced that it has successfully completed its Series B funding round, securing $45 million in investment.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240321591608/en/
    Dr. Ellen Ratcliff, Veterinarian and Director of Clinical Development at Loyal, with Boston, a seven-year-old Beagle mix.
  • Completing the technical effectiveness section of the conditional approval application for LOY-001’s use in large dog lifespan extension.
  • Launching the STAY study, the pivotal effectiveness study for LOY-002, in development for dog lifespan extension.

Small Door Opens First Maryland Practice With New Bethesda Location

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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Small Door Inc., a tech-enabled, membership-based veterinary care provider that operates under the brand Small Door Veterinary , today opened its first location in Maryland and will now be accepting new members at its state-of-the-art practice in Bethesda (10253 Old Georgetown Rd).

Key Points: 
  • Small Door Inc., a tech-enabled, membership-based veterinary care provider that operates under the brand Small Door Veterinary , today opened its first location in Maryland and will now be accepting new members at its state-of-the-art practice in Bethesda (10253 Old Georgetown Rd).
  • The new facility, located in the Wildwood Shopping Center, is the fourth location to open in the DMV (District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia), as Small Door continues to address a growing need for veterinary medicine amongst local pet owners.
  • The opening marks the eleventh Small Door location overall, continuing a steady expansion plan.
  • Launching at Wildwood Shopping Center continues our strategic rollout across the Greater Washington market,” explained Josh Guttman, Co-Founder and CEO of Small Door.

WesternU College of Veterinary Medicine to host annual Open House April 6

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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POMONA, Calif., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine is thrilled to announce the return of its popular College of Veterinary Medicine Open House on April 6, 2024. The event is set to run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and will feature immersive experiences and educational opportunities for visitors of all ages. WesternU's address is 309 E. Second St., Pomona, California 91766.

Key Points: 
  • POMONA, Calif., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Western University of Health Sciences College of Veterinary Medicine is thrilled to announce the return of its popular College of Veterinary Medicine Open House on April 6, 2024.
  • Last year, the Open House attracted more than 4,000 guests, reinforcing its status as a premier community engagement event.
  • We welcome potential students, their families, and community members to join us in exploring the world of veterinary medicine.
  • Pet owners are invited to bring their cats and dogs to the Open House for vaccinations.

Service and Working Animals Receive Free Eye Exams Across the U.S.

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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MERIDIAN, Idaho, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists® (ACVO) is proud to announce registration opens for the 15th annual National Service Animal Eye Exam Event, sponsored by Epicur Pharma®, April 1 to 30, 2024. The event brings together more than 250 board-certified ACVO Diplomates across approximately 170 cities in the U.S.A., Canada, Hong Kong, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom to provide screening free eye exams to Service and Working Animals in May. Appointment availability can be limited and must be made by Service and Working Animal handlers during the registration period from April 1st to 30th, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • The event brings together more than 250 board-certified ACVO Diplomates across approximately 170 cities in the U.S.A., Canada, Hong Kong, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom to provide screening free eye exams to Service and Working Animals in May.
  • Appointment availability can be limited and must be made by Service and Working Animal handlers during the registration period from April 1st to 30th, 2024.
  • "The ACVO/Epicur National Service Animal Eye Event is one that my colleagues and I look forward to all year.
  • To qualify for a free eye exam, animals must be active, currently working, formally trained Service, Working, or formally trained therapy animals (with written proof of therapy training & registration).