
FDA Authorizes Drug to Treat New World Screwworm in Dogs and Puppies
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an Emergency Use Authorization for Simparica TRIO to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and puppies.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued an Emergency Use Authorization for Simparica TRIO to treat New World screwworm infestations in dogs and puppies.

A fourth human case of tularemia, also known as 'rabbit fever', has been confirmed on Long Island, amid a decade-high tick activity.

The US Department of Justice has filed a civil complaint against a Washington-based pet food manufacturer, alleging that the company continued to sell bacteria-contaminated pet food despite years of FDA warnings.

Canine freeze-dried plasma (cFDP) offers a shelf-stable alternative to fresh frozen plasma (FFP), making it easier to administer in remote or austere environments. Developed by Mantel Technologies, cFDP is designed to help control bleeding in injured dogs without the need for a cold chain. While safety studies showed mild hypersensitivity reactions in some dogs, experts recommend following established transfusion guidelines. The product holds promise for both military working dogs and civilian v