Entries by Betsy Thibaut-Stephenson

Digital Technologies, a Revolution in Animal Health

Tools that recognize the first signs of changes in animal health help veterinarians and animal take quick action to address illnesses. Digital technology such as thermal cameras, sound sensors, and RFID tags track vital signs like eating, movement, rumination, temperature, and fertility across thousands of animals. A report from HealthforAnimals details the benefits of technology […]

Keep Your Pet Happy: Socialization Can Help

Exposing your pet to a wide variety of people, places, and situations can make a tremendous difference in your pet’s mood and comfort. Learn what veterinarians say about socializing cats and dogs.  

Healthy Animals, Healthy Future

The Animal Health Institute has launched a new campaign that highlights the connection between animal health, improved sustainability, reduced emissions, and a stronger, safer, food supply chain. Healthy Animals, Healthy Future showcases unmet animal health needs, one species at a time. The animal health industry is committed to developing therapies that reduce animal suffering and […]

Does Your Pet Need to be on a Diet?

Just like people, a healthy weight for pets can lead to a longer life, fewer diseases, and reduced risk of bone and muscle injury. Pet owners should have an honest conversation with their veterinarian about their companion animal’s weight and pledge to provide healthy nutrition and exercise options for their furry friends.

Recognizing World Zoonosis Day

Zoonoses are diseases that can spread between animals and humans, such as avian flu, rabies, and Rift Valley Fever. Safeguarding animal health is a critical component of stopping the spread of zoonotic diseases. Learn more with this video.

Veterinarians Share Tips for Selecting a New Pet

Are you ready to take the plunge with a new furry, feathered, or fishy friend? If the time seems right, take steps to ensure you have the time, energy, space, and money for a pet. It’s important for you and your new companion. Learn what veterinarians have to say on the matter.

Understanding Your Pet’s Medications

Most pet owners are tasked with giving their pets medicine at one time or another. As always, talk to your veterinarian about your pet’s health needs, and take a minute to brush up on the common types of medicines your pet might take.

Keeping Pets Safe over July 4th

The food, fun, and fireworks of July 4th can frighten our pet friends. In fact, animal shelters see an uptick in activity on July 5th because so many pets flee the crowds and noise associated with holiday celebrations. Take steps to protect your pet and prevent heartache by following these recommendations from the American Veterinary […]

Out & About with Fido? Understand These Disease Risks

If you bring your dog with you to a social setting like a park or an event with lots of people and animals, you risk exposing your dog to diseases. These diseases can come from other animals or from the environment. In some cases, the diseases can travel from dogs to people. Understand the risks, […]

Artificial Intelligence for Faster Diagnostics

Artificial Intelligence improves the speed and accuracy of diagnostics, sometimes providing real-time results. When veterinarians can determine the probability of disease before animals get sick, animals suffer less and treatment is more economical. Learn more here.