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The FDA has issued an Emergency Use Authorization for Bimectin (ivermectin) injection to prevent New World screwworm infestations in certain cattle, expanding the number of products available to producers as U.S. officials work to protect livestock from the parasite.
Boehringer Ingelheim has opened its new U.S. Animal Health headquarters in Johns Creek, Georgia, expanding the company’s presence in a state where it also maintains animal health research, development and manufacturing operations.
Veterinary Intelligence Company has acquired Antelligence, bringing together veterinary market data, industry content and technology capabilities to provide animal health companies with more timely intelligence on practices, ownership, workforce trends and other market changes.
Nestlé Purina PetCare has opened a $550 million pet food manufacturing facility in Batavia, Ohio, marking its first new U.S. factory built from the ground up since 1975. The facility currently employs more than 430 people and is expected to help feed approximately 8 million pets annually when operating at scale.
NAVC has launched its inaugural Best Places to Practice program recognizing veterinary workplace culture and opened submissions for the 2027 VETTY Awards honoring animal health marketing and communications.
A joint 2026 survey from AAHA and Pawlicy Advisor found 85% of responding veterinary professionals see clients decline recommended care at costs of $1,000 or less. The findings also point to frequent treatment-plan changes tied to affordability and a gap between veterinary professionals’ views of pet insurance and how often practices proactively discuss it.
