University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine

06/08/2026

If a police K-9 is injured in the line of duty, who responds?

At UF Health, a team is working to make sure these four-legged officers have access to the same rapid, lifesaving care we expect for their human partners.

UF Health ShandsCair and the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine are developing a police K-9 Medevac Program to provide emergency transport and critical care for injured working dogs.

As part of that effort, ShandsCair Critical Care Transport Program flight crews recently trained in canine CPR, intubation, medication dosing and other lifesaving techniques.

By bringing together experts in emergency medicine, aviation and veterinary care, the team hopes to ensure every K-9 officer has access to specialized care when seconds matter.

Because these dogs spend their lives protecting and serving others. They deserve the same commitment in return.

06/08/2026

Kendi the rhino can see clearly again thanks to our incredible Animal Care team, veterinarians, and partners at University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine 🦏👁️ This exceptionally rare and complex cataract removal surgery required extensive planning, innovation and collaboration from the team and we couldn't be prouder.

06/08/2026

Dr. Sally DeNotta of the University of Florida and the AAEP’s Infectious Disease Committee briefs us on New World screwworm in the United States. Since we recorded this video last week, a second case of NWS in a calf in Texas has been reported. Keep watching TheHorse.com and EDCC for updates on the pest and how it’s impacting the horse industry.

06/05/2026

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson Statement on New World Screwworm Detection in South Texas:

06/05/2026

“Why is My Old Horse So Hairy?” A Discussion About Pituitary Disease in the Geriatric Horse ⤵🐎

Horses are living longer lives these days, thanks to improvements in health care and nutrition, and because of equine longevity, horses are much more likely to develop age-related diseases in their senior years. One of the most common diseases of older horses is equine Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction, or PPID. PPID is a neurodegenerative disease that is similar to Parkinson’s disease in humans. Once known as equine Cushing’s disease, this condition can cause dramatic changes in the affected horse’s performance, immune function and overall health. Left untreated, horses with PPID lose their muscle mass and ultimately develop a long, shaggy haircoat. On today's archived episode of Animal Airwaves Live, chair of our Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences Dr. Dianne McFarlane, an expert in senior horse health and equine endocrinology, will discuss what causes PPID, how to recognize its signs, diagnostic tests used to confirm disease, available treatments and why a good relationship with your veterinarian is so important.

🎙📲🔊 Listen to today's archived episode from 1-2 p.m. on WUFT Media, 89.1 FM, or online now: https://podcasts.ufhealth.org/why-is-my-old-horse-so-hairy-a-discussion-about-pituitary-disease-in-the-geriatric-horse/

06/04/2026

Dr. Fiona Maunsell, clinical associate professor and infectious diseases expert in 's Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, is co-investigator on a UF College of Public Health and Health Professions-led project that aims to keep food supplies safe amid New World screwworm threats. On June 3, the U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed a bovine case of NWS in Zavala County, Texas ⤵️

The first confirmed New World screwworm case in the United States has sparked an urgent call: how can we stop its spread through our food supply chain?

A team of researchers led by Zhoumeng Lin, associate professor in the Department of Environmental and Global Health, is building fast, computer‑driven models that predict safe drug withdrawal times for livestock. This approach will safeguard the food chain, enabling veterinarians to tailor treatments while protecting public health. https://phhp.ufl.edu/2026/05/28/new-uf-project-aims-to-keep-food-supplies-safe-in-the-event-of-a-screwworm-outbreak/

06/04/2026

New World screwworm update: confirmed U.S. livestock case 🔽

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) confirmed the detection of a New World screwworm in a bovine in Zavala County, Texas. NWS is a serious pest that affects livestock, pets, wildlife, and less commonly, people and birds. NWS larvae burrow into the flesh of living animals, causing serious damage to livestock and economic losses: https://www.aphis.usda.gov/news/agency-announcements/usda-confirms-presence-new-world-screwworm-united-states

The affected animal is a 3-week-old calf and larvae were identified in its umbilical area. To date, there have been no further detections.

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's livestock and wildlife NWS experts are here for you! Updates to come. In the mean time for the state of Florida:

Report suspected cases here: www.FDACS.gov/RAD

Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services NWS resources: www.FDACS.gov/NWS

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

Excited for this one! A shout out to Dr. Amy Stone for her leadership in Honduras with SIVO -- and for being a part of THE NEW BARKER's story -- and also to the Shelter Medicine Program at the University of Florida and our Veterinary Community Outreach Program at , all dedicated to TNR, spay/neuter initiatives and partnering with our local, state and international communities for an effective and sustainable (and happy!) future for pups and kitties 🐈🐩

05/30/2026

Map’s full, hearts are fuller 🗺🌍

Just one week ago, we said “See Ya Later, Alligator” to the DVM Class of 2026. Check out where our newest Doctors of Veterinary Medicine are heading next! Shout out to Dr. Jessica Rudolph – literally off the map in Ontario 🇨🇦 – and several Gator Veterinarians still deciding on the next move 💃🏽

The future of veterinary medicine starts here – and goes everywhere. You know what they say: The Gator Nation is everywhere 🐊

Congratulations, Class of 2026. The future of the profession is bright, the journey is just beginning and all the animals (and their humans) are lucky to have you.