Biotech Breakthrough: Zivo Bioscience Unveils Revolutionary Non-Antibiotic Treatment for Poultry Disease
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Biotech Breakthrough: Zivo Bioscience Unveils Revolutionary Non-Antibiotic Treatment for Poultry Disease

Zivo Bioscience, Inc., a pioneering biotech/agtech R&D company, has just announced a game-changing development in the battle against coccidiosis in broiler chickens. In a recent 42-day coccidiosis challenge study, the company's innovative immune-modulating treatment has shown remarkable efficacy, setting a new standard in poultry health management. This breakthrough product, designed for inclusion in poultry feed, enhances the birds' immune response, enabling them to effectively combat the debilitating effects of coccidiosis without relying on antibiotics.

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Revolution in Dog Care: Carson & Bear Launches Breakthrough Wellness Program for Pooches
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Revolution in Dog Care: Carson & Bear Launches Breakthrough Wellness Program for Pooches

Austin, Texas, becomes the epicenter of a canine care revolution as Carson&Bear Dog Wellness Program unveils its national multifaceted wellness program, poised to transform the pet food industry and canine health. This technology-based initiative, driven by a dedicated team of veterinarians, scientists, and nutritionists, is not just a response to the dire need for improved dog care and longevity; it's a movement inspired by the founders' personal experiences and their deep commitment to enhancing the lives of dogs everywhere.

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Revolutionary Breakthrough: Kansas State Professors Invent Groundbreaking Pain Relief Drug for Dogs
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Revolutionary Breakthrough: Kansas State Professors Invent Groundbreaking Pain Relief Drug for Dogs

A team of four innovative professors at Kansas State University has achieved a remarkable milestone in veterinary medicine. Their development of a new drug designed to alleviate pain in dogs has not only received a patent but promises to transform how canine discomfort is managed. The collaborative effort of Butch KuKanich, professor of pharmacology; Kate KuKanich, a professor of small animal internal medicine; David Rankin, a clinical professor and head of veterinary anesthesiology; and Charles Locuson, director of drug metabolism and pharmacokinetics or DMPK, in conjunction with Agios Pharmaceuticals, has led to this groundbreaking advancement.

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Trust in Tatters: Veterinarians Among the Few Trusted Professions in Latest Ethics Poll
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Trust in Tatters: Veterinarians Among the Few Trusted Professions in Latest Ethics Poll

In a time when Americans' faith in various professions seems to be dwindling, veterinarians emerge as one of the few careers still holding a majority's trust, according to Gallup's 2023 Honesty and Ethics poll. This comprehensive survey, measuring the public's perception of honesty and ethical standards across 23 professions, reveals a general decline in trust levels compared to previous years, with only a handful of professions, including veterinarians, maintaining significant public confidence.

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Dream Big and Achieve Faster: U. of Illinois Unveils Game-Changing Program for Aspiring Vet Techs!
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Dream Big and Achieve Faster: U. of Illinois Unveils Game-Changing Program for Aspiring Vet Techs!

At the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, a pioneering partnership is transforming the aspirations of students into reality. Majoring in animal sciences, these students are now on a fast track to their dream careers, thanks to a groundbreaking collaboration between the Department of Animal Sciences at U. of I. and Parkland College. This unique program allows students to earn both their bachelor’s degrees and veterinary technology degrees in an accelerated timeframe of just five years – a game-changer for those eager to dive into animal-related careers without pursuing a traditional veterinary school route.

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Veterinary Crisis! Iowa Clinic Overwhelmed by Stray Animals and Financial Strain
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Veterinary Crisis! Iowa Clinic Overwhelmed by Stray Animals and Financial Strain

At Lake Animal Hospital in Storm Lake, Iowa, a critical situation is unfolding. The clinic, doubling as an informal area shelter, is buckling under the pressure of caring for an increasing number of strays, to the point of risking financial insolvency.

The severity of the problem was highlighted by the clinic's office manager, Charlee Hinds, in a desperate Facebook post on January 18, stating the clinic's inability to take in more animals. With every kennel occupied by nine dogs and six cats, and a noticeable surplus of large homeless dogs, the situation is dire. The clamor of these animals in the metal and concrete confines of the clinic is a testament to their distress.

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