May 26, 2026

Pet Health & Vet Science — May 26, 2026

This week in veterinary medicine, Elanco launched Befrena™ (tirnovetmab), a new anti-IL-31 monoclonal antibody for canine itch relief, while a global survey of 1,000+ veterinarians across 51 countries revealed surprising gaps between what owners see during vet visits and what actually happens. Meanwhile, the FDA expanded a recall of dog food over Listeria contamination risk, and researchers continue exploring novel monoclonal antibody therapies for diseases including canine parvovirus.

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May 19, 2026

Pet Health & Vet Science — 2026-05-19

New drugs, new diagnostics, and expanding parasite threats are reshaping small-animal practice this week. A fresh monoclonal antibody injection for canine allergic and atopic dermatitis has officially launched, bringing a major new treatment option to pet owners. Meanwhile, the Purina Institute is leading a global conversation on microbiome science in veterinary medicine, and the AAHA has released updated diabetes management guidelines focused squarely on cats.

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May 12, 2026

Pet Health & Vet Science — 2026-05-12

New research reveals that millions of "pandemic pets" are now entering midlife, with owners dangerously underestimating the veterinary care window needed to extend healthspan. Meanwhile, the veterinary profession is grappling with frailty assessment as a clinical priority in senior dogs and cats, and the NYT spotlights an accelerating boom in dog longevity treatments with implications for human medicine. On the safety front, FDA's animal drug and recall tracking page logged a new update just days ago.

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May 5, 2026

Pet Health & Vet Science — 2026-05-05

The AVMA is celebrating National Pet Week 2026 while also updating its raw milk policy to include HPAI risks, and Chewy's acquisition of Modern Animal signals a major shift in veterinary clinic ownership models. On the clinical front, new biologics for dogs address both itching and kennel cough, the FDA has granted emergency authorization for a screwworm treatment spray, and freeze-dried plasma is now available as a canine emergency treatment option.

8 min read/15 sources

Apr 28, 2026

Pet Health & Vet Science — 2026-04-28

Canine heartworm disease has expanded into unexpected cooler, drier regions across the U.S., with Texas topping the nation in incidence according to a newly released 2026 American Heartworm Society map. Simultaneously, the Companion Animal Parasite Council's 2026 Pet Parasite Forecast warns of continued geographic expansion of Lyme disease, ehrlichiosis, anaplasmosis, and heartworm risk — calling for year-round prevention. On the clinical front, the FDA has granted emergency use authorization for a spray to prevent and treat screwworm, and researchers are reporting new gene similarities between feline and human cancers.

8 min read/15 sources

Apr 20, 2026

Pet Health & Vet Science — April 20, 2026

This week in pet health, veterinary costs continue their upward climb with Canadian pet owners facing 6–8% annual increases, prompting new strategies for financial preparedness. The pet supplement industry is under scrutiny as experts highlight the gap between marketing claims and certified, evidence-backed products. Meanwhile, the FDA's recalls and safety alert pages remain active, and pet owners should stay vigilant about checking for product advisories.

3 min read/15 sources

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