Remembering Mary Ellen Fishler
“It is with great sadness that I must inform you of the passing of Mary Ellen Fishler. We prayed for a miracle cure so that she would stay with us longer, but it was not meant to be.
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The American Kennel Club Launches AKC PupPals Program
–Program designed to provide canine comfort to children — Raleigh, NC- The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest dog registry, leading industry authority and advocate for dogs, is proud to announce the launch of the AKC PupPals Program. The AKC PupPals Program provides dog owners a unique opportunity to uplift a child who is […]
The American Kennel Club to Host 2019 U.S. Dog Detection Conference
Conference aims to examine possible solutions to the shortage of detection dogs Raleigh, NC – The American Kennel Club will host the 2019 AKC U.S. Dog Detection Conference Tuesday, August 27th – Thursday, August 29th, 2019 in Durham, NC to explore solutions to the shortage of domestic dogs for explosives detection in the United States. The […]
Show Cancellation: Greeley Kennel Club – Monday, August 19, 2019
The Greeley Kennel Club Dog Show on Monday, August 19th has been cancelled due to unexpected power outage at the facility and record high temperatures.
Fort Smith, AR: Urgent—$500 Per Pet Annual Breeding License Approved
Responsible dog and cat breeders—and citizens of Fort Smith who wish to obtain dogs and cats from local breeders in the future—are urged to immediately contact the Fort Smith Board of Directors and ask that recently-enacted breeder licensing requirements be stricken from law. This must be communicated to Board members prior to the next Board meeting on August 20.
FDA Cautions Pet Owners Not to Feed Texas Tripe Raw Pet Food Due to Salmonella, Listeria Monocytogenes
Fast Facts The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is cautioning pet owners not to feed their pets certain lots of Texas Tripe Inc. raw pet food after samples from some of these lots tested positive for Salmonella and/or Listeria monocytogenes (L. mono). Texas Tripe Inc. has recalled 35 lots for each of 23 product varieties. A list can be […]
Experts Convene at AKC Canine Health Foundation National Parent Club Canine Health Conference
The 2019 AKC Canine Health Foundation National Parent Club Canine Health Conference, held August 9-11 in St. Louis, MO, brought together researchers, American Kennel Club (AKC) Parent Club members, breeders, veterinarians, veterinary residents, and veterinary students to discuss the latest findings in canine health research. The biennial event, sponsored by Purina, also hosted break-out sessions for veterinary students […]
FDA Alerts Pet Owners and Veterinarians About Potential for Neurologic Adverse Events Associated with Certain Flea and Tick Products
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is alerting pet owners and veterinarians to be aware of the potential for neurologic adverse events in dogs and cats when treated with drugs that are in the isoxazoline class.
U.S. Department of Transportation Clarifies the Use of Emotional Support Animals on Flights
Yesterday, the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) issued guidance to help travelers understand their rights while new regulations are being developed. The DOT is currently developing new rules to govern what types of animals will be allowed to accompany passengers on flights and what documentation will be required to determine a passenger’s legitimate need. The guidance […]
AKC Canine Health Foundation Honors Dr. Anita Oberbauer with the 2019 Asa Mays, DVM Excellence in Canine Health Research Award
The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF), a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health of all dogs and their owners, announces that Dr. Anita Oberbauer is the recipient of the 2019 Asa Mays, DVM Excellence in Canine Health Research Award. Named for Dr. Asa Mays, a member of CHF’s first Board of Directors in 1995, […]
