News
Weekly Vet Report: Cat-to-human bird flu transmission, a new injectable for itchy dogs, and a major pet food recall
16+ hour, 17+ min ago (670+ words) The CDC has documented the first known cat-to-human transmission of H5 N1 avian influenza, a new injectable monoclonal antibody for itchy dogs has launched, and a recall involving more than 180 raw dog food products linked to reported pet illnesses has led a…...
Highly pathogenic avian influenza continues to spread in Pennsylvania poultry operations
3+ mon, 5+ day ago (1706+ words) Pennsylvania boosts HPAI surveillance and biosecurity as avian influenza hits chicken and turkey flocks; USDA testing ramps up to curb spread. Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) continues to impact commercial poultry facilities in Pennsylvania, prompting state and federal officials to…...
Research offers insight into why current vaccines may fail against avian pathogenic E coli | dvm360
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (368+ words) "Our research shows that a one-size-fits-all approach to controlling avian pathogenic E. coli infections is not effective," said Jai Mehat, BSc, PGCert, Ph D, FHEA, co-author of the study. Colibacillosis is one of the most common and costly bacterial diseases in…...
New bird flu outbreaks reported in poultry across 3 midwestern states | dvm360
7+ mon, 3+ week ago (378+ words) One Wisconsin farm affected by H5 N1 houses more than half a million birds, according to the state government agency. In birds, H5 N1 can cause the following2: Minnesota, meanwhile, reported 2 outbreaks of the virus on September 28 at commercial breeder poultry operations in Becker and…...
Educating the public on H5 N1 risks through One Health
8+ mon, 2+ week ago (153+ words) Deborah Thomson, DVM, discusses how One Health education connects environmental health, animal welfare, and human safety, especially regarding bird flu transmission. Related: Avian influenza, One Health, and a new resource for educating communities Thomson is the founder and executive director…...
FDA approves first oral solution for the treatment and control of northern fowl mites in poultry
8+ mon, 3+ week ago (272+ words) The parasiticide also treats dermanyssus gallinae, also known as red mites. On July 17, 2025, the FDA approved fluralaner oral solution (Exzolt; MSD Animal Health) for the treatment and control of Ornithonyssus sylviarum, also known as northern fowl mites, in laying hens…...
A veterinarian's role in bird flu client education
9+ mon, 2+ week ago (299+ words) It's our responsibility to educate about the risks of bird flu transmission, as well as the preventative measures and the symptoms that people need to look out for," said Deborah Thomson, DVM. For more information and resources on H5 N1, see: Recommendations for…...
USDA approves canine influenza vaccination
10+ mon, 2+ week ago (319+ words) Tru Can Ultra CIV H3 N2/H3 N8 will broadly protect canine patients from canine influenza. Elanco Animal Health Incorporated announced earlier this week that the USDA approved its Tru Can Ultra CIV H3 N2/H3 N8 (Tru Can Ultra CIV) vaccine, which is designed to provide broad respiratory…...