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Zoetis, Purina, Merck team up for diabetes campaign
November is Pet Diabetes Month, and the Diabetes Pet Care Alliance is once again encouraging veterinarians to enroll their clinics in their program. Created in 2014, the program provides veterinarians...
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Merck marks three million rabies vaccine donations
As World Rabies Day approaches on Sept. 28, Merck Animal Health is doing its part to combat the transmission of rabies. Aligning with this year’s theme of “Vaccinate to Eliminate,” the company hit a...
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AAVMC, Merck division unite on AMR project
The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) has joined forces with MSD Animal Health, a division of Merck & Co., on an international grant program designed to mitigate global...
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Merck snags Elanco’s coccidiosis treatment for $55 million
Elanco Animal Health has unloaded its proprietary oral drench treatment for coccidiosis in calves and lambs to Merck Animal Health in an all-cash deal totaling $55 million. The divestment encompasses...
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Pharma group rounds out parasite protections in $400M deal
Merck Animal Health is set to acquire the U.S. rights to two parasite preventatives in a deal totaling $400 million. The company has signed a definitive agreement with Virbac to purchase its...
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Pharma group’s $400M deal finalized
Merck Animal Health’s $400-million purchase of the U.S. rights to two parasite preventatives has gone through. The company has completed the acquisition of Virbac’s proprietary Sentinel tabs and...
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Puppy parasiticide chews get green light
Ensuring puppies receive early protection from fleas and ticks is the goal of a newly approved chewable parasiticide. Merck Animal Health’s proprietary “Bravecto 1-Month” flavored chews have received...
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Campaign aims to screen 2,000 pets for diabetes
Promoting early diagnosis and management of diabetes in pets is the goal of an ongoing national program, led by three major players in the animal health industry. Headed by Merck Animal Health, Purina,...
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Mass vaccinations, One Health bolsters fight against rabies
Photo courtesy Mission Rabies Protecting animals and humans from a deadly, preventable disease is the focus of new global campaign. In recognition of World Rabies Day (Sept. 28), Merck Animal Health,...
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Check in with new owners to prevent surrenders
Much like new parents, first-time pet owners are likely to experience some jitters and apprehension. A recent survey of new dog owners conducted by Merck Animal Health found 73 percent of those who...
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Cancer research campaign to match donations
Morris Animal Foundation’s annual pet cancer research campaign just received a funding boost, thanks to a dollar-for-dollar pledge from three industry players. Petco Love (formerly Petco Foundation)...
View ArticleProgress in reclaiming a profession in crisis
NAVTA President, Ed Carlson, focuses on what is being done to advance the profession, as well as the groups working on potential solutions to some of these ongoing problems. This content is for members...
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Burnout, stress plague veterinary industry amidst pandemic
Staff shortages, changing protocols, and long hours all contributed to increased veterinary stress and burnout amidst the pandemic. This is according to a comprehensive study examining the mental...
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Hands-on learning aims to inspire budding DVMs at junior vet camp
Teens and tweens interested in a career in veterinary medicine are invited to submit an essay and win a spot in Auburn University’s sixth annual junior vet summer camp. Vet Set Go, Merck Animal Health,...
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Ukrainian relief receives $200K donation from veterinary groups
Humans and pets impacted by conflict in the Ukraine have received $200,000 in urgent relief funding, thanks to the support of two animal health groups. The contribution, which will provide food,...
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Telehealth coalition aims to enhance veterinary care
Empowering animal health professionals to expand patient care with telehealth is the primary objective of a new coalition of more than 30 veterinary associations and industry businesses. Founded by the...
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Future bovine veterinarians receive $90K in scholarship funds
The 2022 recipients of the Merck Animal Health bovine veterinary student recognition scholarship.Photo courtesy Merck Animal Health Ensuring America’s cattle continue to receive the veterinary care...
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Patient safety, access to care central to livestock center renovation
Officials from Kansas State University’s Veterinary Health Center and Merck Animal Health cut the ribbon at the university’s newly renovated livestock receiving and treatment area. Photo courtesy...
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Syria, Turkey earthquake relief receives $100K donation from veterinary groups
Photo courtesy avmf.org Humans and pets impacted by recent earthquakes in Turkey and Syria have received $100,000 in relief funding from two animal health groups. The contribution, which was equally...
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$1M disinfectant donation aids hurricane-affected pets
Photo ©BigStockPhoto.com Preventing the spread of disease and helping ensure a clean and safe environment for animals impacted by Hurricane Idalia is the goal of a sizable donation from Merck Animal...
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