Spectrum of Care for FIP-Positive Cats with FeLV

Spectrum of Care for FIP-Positive Cats with FeLV

Facing a diagnosis of feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) in a shelter cat is daunting, especially when feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is also present.

Key Finding: High FIP remission rates with simplified 'spectrum of care' approach
UTI Antibiotics: Short Courses May Suffice

UTI Antibiotics: Short Courses May Suffice

Urinary tract infections (UTIs) in pets can be uncomfortable and concerning for both animals and their owners. Many people worry about how long their

Key Finding: No clear advantage of prolonged (10–21 day) courses
Stress and the Doggy Gut: Microbiome Differences

Stress and the Doggy Gut: Microbiome Differences

Many dog owners know that stress and anxiety can affect their pet’s behavior, but fewer realize these feelings may also shape their dog’s gut health.

Key Finding: Distinct gut bacterial composition in anxious/aggressive dogs
Dal-Negative Blood Type Found in 23% of Dogs Raises Transfusion Risks

Dal-Negative Blood Type Found in 23% of Dogs Raises Transfusion Risks

When a beloved dog faces an emergency or surgery, blood transfusions can be life-saving. But just like humans, dogs have blood types—and mismatches

Key Finding: 23% of tested dogs lacked Dal antigen
Magnesium Helps Control Kidney Disease Markers in Pet Cats

Magnesium Helps Control Kidney Disease Markers in Pet Cats

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) affects a significant number of older cats, often leaving pet owners searching for ways to slow its progression and

Key Finding: Magnesium-enriched renal diet stabilized/decreased calcium vs. rising calcium in controls
Virtual Vet Consults Ease Stress for Cats and Their Caregivers

Virtual Vet Consults Ease Stress for Cats and Their Caregivers

If getting your cat to the veterinarian feels like a stressful ordeal—for you and your feline friend—you’re not alone. For many cat owners, the mere

Key Finding: 85.7% interested in video-based telemedicine for vet consults
Steroid and Antibiotic Use May Boost ACL Injury Risk in Dogs

Steroid and Antibiotic Use May Boost ACL Injury Risk in Dogs

If you share your home with a Labrador or Golden Retriever, you know how important it is to keep your dog active and pain-free. But a new study

Key Finding: Systemic fluoroquinolones associated with ~3× higher odds of CCL rupture
Pet Owners Show Growing Interest in Advanced Health Options

Pet Owners Show Growing Interest in Advanced Health Options

For many pet owners, their furry companions are much more than animals—they’re beloved members of the family. So when illness or injury strikes, it’s

Key Finding: 58.4% believe pets deserve human-level treatment options; ~51.5% want human-level diagnostics
Antiviral Medications Dramatically Boost FIP Outcomes in Cats

Antiviral Medications Dramatically Boost FIP Outcomes in Cats

Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP) has long been one of the most feared diagnoses in feline medicine, often considered a death sentence for affected

Key Finding: ~84.7% overall survival/remission after 84-day therapy
Unvaccinated Dogs 8x More Likely to Get Parvo, Study Confirms

Unvaccinated Dogs 8x More Likely to Get Parvo, Study Confirms

A groundbreaking new study from Egypt provides the most compelling evidence yet that vaccination is absolutely critical for protecting dogs from

Key Finding: Unvaccinated dogs had ~8× higher odds of CPV infection than vaccinated dogs
Feral Cats 5x More Likely to Have FIV Than House Cats, Study Finds

Feral Cats 5x More Likely to Have FIV Than House Cats, Study Finds

If you've ever wondered whether keeping your cat indoors really makes a difference for their health, a comprehensive new study from Hong Kong

Key Finding: FIV prevalence was markedly higher in community/feral cats (15.4%) vs pet cats (3.1%)
Telehealth Eases Care for Arthritic Cats

Telehealth Eases Care for Arthritic Cats

If you share your home with an older cat, you may already know how subtle signs of arthritis can be. Maybe your feline friend hesitates before

Key Finding: Regular video telehealth check-ins helped cat owners better manage feline arthritis at home
Guinea Pig Welfare Survey: Most Pets Live in Spacious, Enriched Housing

Guinea Pig Welfare Survey: Most Pets Live in Spacious, Enriched Housing

If you share your home with a guinea pig, you know how charming and expressive these small pets can be. But are you confident you’re providing the

Key Finding: Most surveyed guinea pigs lived in spacious, enriched housing with proper diet
Rosemary Extract Dramatically Cuts Litterbox Odor in Cats, Study Shows

Rosemary Extract Dramatically Cuts Litterbox Odor in Cats, Study Shows

Every cat owner knows the challenge: maintaining a fresh-smelling home despite having a litterbox. While regular cleaning helps, the persistent odors

Key Finding: Rosemary extract reduced ammonia emissions by approximately 47%
Severely Obese Pets Face Major Weight Loss Challenges, Study Shows

Severely Obese Pets Face Major Weight Loss Challenges, Study Shows

A groundbreaking study of over 500 obese pets has revealed a troubling reality: once pets become severely overweight—more than 40% above their ideal

Key Finding: Pets over 40% above ideal weight had significantly worse weight loss outcomes
Dog Behavior Problems Significantly Impact Owner Mental Health, Study Shows

Dog Behavior Problems Significantly Impact Owner Mental Health, Study Shows

If you've ever felt overwhelmed, stressed, or depressed because of your dog's behavioral problems, you're not alone—and now there's scientific

Key Finding: Dog aggression and fearfulness significantly increased owner depression and anxiety
CBD Oil Proves Safe for Dogs in 90-Day Clinical Trial

CBD Oil Proves Safe for Dogs in 90-Day Clinical Trial

Pet owners considering CBD for their dogs now have compelling safety data to discuss with their veterinarians. A rigorous 90-day clinical trial has

Key Finding: Daily CBD at 5 mg/kg caused no serious adverse effects over 90 days
Growing Up with Pets May Cut Children's Asthma Risk in Half

Growing Up with Pets May Cut Children's Asthma Risk in Half

Parents worried about pets triggering allergies in their children may want to reconsider: groundbreaking new research suggests that growing up with

Key Finding: People who never owned dogs were twice as likely to develop asthma
Most Guinea Pigs Develop Preventable Health Problems, Large Study Shows

Most Guinea Pigs Develop Preventable Health Problems, Large Study Shows

If you own guinea pigs, a groundbreaking new study has some eye-opening news: more than one in four pet guinea pigs suffer from overgrown nails, and

Key Finding: Overgrown nails affected 26.6% of pet guinea pigs—the most common health issue
Dog Owners Spend More on Veterinary Care Than Cat Owners, Study Shows

Dog Owners Spend More on Veterinary Care Than Cat Owners, Study Shows

If you're a cat owner, a comprehensive new study has some uncomfortable news: you're probably not investing as much in your feline friend's health

Key Finding: Dog owners consistently reported higher attachment and financial investment than cat owners
Most Bearded Dragons Are Overweight with Preventable Health Issues

Most Bearded Dragons Are Overweight with Preventable Health Issues

If you own a bearded dragon, a comprehensive new study has sobering news: 60% of pet "beardies" are severely overweight, and the majority of health

Key Finding: 60% of pet bearded dragons were classified as severely obese (Class II obesity)
Regular Vet Visits Beat Diet and Exercise for Dog Health, Massive Study Shows

Regular Vet Visits Beat Diet and Exercise for Dog Health, Massive Study Shows

If you could only do one thing to keep your dog healthy, what would it be? Feed premium food? Ensure daily exercise? According to groundbreaking new

Key Finding: Regular vet visits were the strongest predictor of health and longevity
One-Quarter of Pet Rabbits Suffer from Painful Ear Problems, Study Finds

One-Quarter of Pet Rabbits Suffer from Painful Ear Problems, Study Finds

If you've noticed your rabbit tilting their head, scratching at their ears, or seeming less responsive than usual, you're not alone in your concern.

Key Finding: Over 28% of pet rabbits had experienced ear infections or other ear conditions