Why Most Dogs with Bladder Cancer Are Euthanized: A Revealing Study Sheds Light
Involving 59 dogs diagnosed with UC, this retrospective study scrutinized the clinical signs and circumstances surrounding euthanasia after treatments like radiation therapy and chemotherapy. The results were telling: the median survival time for these canine patients was just under a year. Astonishingly, 85% of these dogs were euthanized due to complications directly related to their cancer, with a staggering 62% suffering from local tumor progression leading to complete or partial urinary obstruction.
Zoetis' Shocking Earnings Miss Rocks Investors: What's Next for This Animal Health Giant?
In a surprising turn of events, Zoetis, a leader in the animal health industry, reported quarterly earnings of $1.24 per share, falling short of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.33 per share. This outcome not only startled investors but also marked a significant shift from the company's performance a year ago, which boasted earnings of $1.15 per share, adjusted for non-recurring items. This recent report unveils an earnings surprise of -6.77%, a stark contrast to the previous quarter's surprise of 0.74%, where the company had exceeded earnings expectations.
Zoetis Faces Profit Woes Amid Economic Squeeze
In a stunning turn of events, pet products giant Zoetis (ZTS.N) has just unveiled a profit forecast that falls short of Wall Street's expectations, leaving investors and pet owners alike in a state of disbelief. This Tuesday, the company disclosed a disappointing quarterly performance, with profits taking a hit due to dwindling demand from inflation-stricken pet owners tightening their belts.
Revolutionary Cancer Treatment for Cats Leaves Vets Astonished
In the realm of veterinary medicine, a groundbreaking approach has emerged, offering new hope in the fight against one of the most daunting adversaries: feline cancer. Specifically, basal cell tumors, including the common basal cell carcinomas and the rarer basosquamous carcinomas found on or near the nasal planum in cats, have met their match with electrochemotherapy (ECT), including a novel method known as calcium electroporation. This cutting-edge treatment has been successfully deployed in managing these malignancies in three cats, marking a significant breakthrough in veterinary oncology.
Virginia's Call to Action: Massive Incentives for Vets to Tackle Critical Food Supply Shortages!
In a strategic move to combat the glaring shortage of food supply veterinarians across its rural regions, the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) has pinpointed five critical areas in dire need of veterinary expertise. This initiative opens a golden gateway for veterinarians and veterinary practices to receive substantial financial aid, aiming to strengthen the backbone of food animal medicine within the Commonwealth.
Revolutionary Discovery: Dog's Diabetes Could Unlock Breakthroughs in Human Treatment
In a groundbreaking study that could reshape how we approach diabetes treatment across species, researchers have unveiled striking similarities between canine diabetes mellitus (CDM) and human type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM). Conducted at the Colorado State University Veterinary Teaching Hospital, this innovative research delves deep into the blood of dogs diagnosed with CDM, comparing it with that of healthy canines to uncover the elusive link that has puzzled scientists: could canine diabetes be considered an autoimmune disease akin to its human counterpart?