Abi Bautista Alejandre

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Practicing compassion and spectrum of care with clients and itchy patients

1 week ago | dvm360.com | Abi Bautista Alejandre

In this video from an earlier interview on feline atopic skin syndrome at the 2025 WVC Conference in Las Vegas, Nevada, Sandra Koch, DVM, MS, DACVD, reminds veterinary professionals to be compassionate with clients as they navigate their cat's skin condition. She also highlights the importance of spectrum of care and collaboration among the veterinary team to achieve an improved quality of life for their patients.
Researchers to investigate new hepatitis B-like virus and its impact on cats

1 week ago | dvm360.com | Abi Bautista Alejandre

With chronic hepatitis potentially being more common in cats than believed, according to a feline virologist at the City University of Hong Kong, a group of researchers and specialists are coming together to study the first hepatitis B-related virus found in carnivores. Specifically, their research will center on how the virus affects cats, including its link to liver disease and cancer in these felines. For the study, Texas A&M Gastrointestinal Laboratory (GI Lab) is partnering with Julia A.
New animal support center, and more

1 week ago | dvm360.com | Abi Bautista Alejandre

Recent advancements in animal care facilities are improving services and their access across the country. Many of these facilities aim to improve veterinary care, support animal welfare, and provide resources for local communities. Recently, the world's largest veterinary teaching hospital announced updates to an ongoing renovation, 2 nonprofit organizations opened a "first-of-its-kind" animal support center, and a pet care brand is set to introduce its first location in Arizona.
Coping with stress in veterinary practice using an athlete's mentality

1 week ago | dvm360.com | Abi Bautista Alejandre

In this interview, Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, host of the podcast Healthspan Digest, offers strategies that veterinary professionals can use to cope with the stress that the veterinary medicine profession may bring. As Shaw explains, key strategies will involve exercise, nutrition, and sleep.
Elanco enters research agreement to address CKD in cats and explore lifespan extension in pets

1 week ago | dvm360.com | Abi Bautista Alejandre

Elanco recently announced a research agreement to treat chronic kidney disease (CKD) in cats and investigate approaches to prolong lifespan in pets. The collaboration will be between Elanco and WEDterinary LLC, a recently formed research engine aimed at developing innovative solutions to pet health care. In the first phase of the project, the focus will be on the several high-potential programs using targeted gene therapy to treat CKD in felines.
Investigation underway after cats are poisoned with antifreeze in Ohio

1 week ago | dvm360.com | Abi Bautista Alejandre

Authorities in Warren, Ohio, are investigating a case of antifreeze poisoning of community cats in a mobile home community. It is believed that at least 3 cats were killed by the act. Following a report on March 26, 2025, humane agents from the nonprofit charity Animal Welfare League (AWL) of Trumbull County in Warren, Ohio, found 3 bowls containing tuna mixed with antifreeze and bleach in an outdoor location at the Blue Water Manor mobile home community in Trumbull County.
The impact of mental health on work and daily life

1 week ago | dvm360.com | Abi Bautista Alejandre

At least 50% of veterinarians report moderate to high levels of burnout, with female veterinarians experiencing a higher risk of burnout compared to males, according to a 2023 study published in the National Library of Medicine. 1 The same study also found that younger and less experienced veterinarians as well as those with higher educational debt loans also exhibited higher burnout risk.
Vetlen launches 5mL pouch for targeted antibiotic therapy in animals

2 weeks ago | dvm360.com | Abi Bautista Alejandre

A smaller version of the Vetlen Pouch, an antibiotic delivery system designed to administer antibiotics directly to wounds in animal patients, was recently introduced by Vetlen, the company behind the product's development. The new version is a 5 mL size, which offers an alternative to the original 10 mL version.
USDA announces $100M funding opportunity for avian influenza solutions

2 weeks ago | dvm360.com | Abi Bautista Alejandre

The US Department of Agriculture recently announced it is investing up to $100 million in projects on avian influenza prevention, therapeutics, research, and vaccines. According to the USDA, the decision was made in consultation with the US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the National Institutes of Health (NIH), and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
Texas A&M to use veterinary AI assistant

2 weeks ago | dvm360.com | Abi Bautista Alejandre

As part of a new partnership, students, residents, interns, and faculty of the Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences (VMBS) will begin using VetRec, a veterinary artificial intelligence (AI) assistant. According to a Texas A&M news release, the collaboration is an effort to improve clinical efficiency, patient care, and veterinary education at the VMBS Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital (VMTH).