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Welcome to The Connector. Fetching the freshest animal health news.

Important Things You Need to Know

Registration is Now Open for the Animal Health Summit

Register by July 17 to take advantage of Early Bird pricing for the 2026 Animal Health Summit, happening August 31 – September 1, 2026.

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Spirit of Service & Iron Paw Award Winners Announced

Congratulations to War Horses for Veterans and Richard DeLuca, recipients of the 2026 Spirit of Service and Iron Paw Awards recognizing their outstanding contributions to the animal health community.

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Corridor Highlights Student Support & Career Pathways at Petfood Forum

The Corridor recently joined industry leaders at the 2026 Petfood Forum to discuss workforce development and the importance of connecting students with career opportunities across the animal health and pet food industries.

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Beyond the Org Chart: What Leadership Really Means

Leadership isn’t defined by titles or hierarchy. It’s built on trust, influence, and how you show up for others. This month’s blog reflects on what it means to lead with authenticity, empower those around you, and create meaningful, lasting impact.

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Industry News

Elanco Launches Befrena™ (tirnovetmab), New Anti-IL-31 Monoclonal Antibody, a Breakthrough Addition to the $1.3 Billion U.S. Canine Dermatology Market

The FelineVMA and Merck Animal Health Launch 2026 Scholarships to Support Future Leaders in Feline Medicine

CERES TAG and Think Digital Partner to Deliver AI-Powered Biosecurity Detection and Response

From Formula to Shelf Faster: The New Generation of Pet Food Development Tools Rewriting R&D Timelines

Purina and KC2026 Introduce Pet-Centered Programming to Make Kansas City a Pet-Friendly FIFA World Cup 2026™ Host City

Hill’s Pet Nutrition and Bond Pet Foods Receive FDA No-Objection Letter for First Animal Protein Produced via Precision Fermentation for Pet Food

In Observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, Merck Animal Health Announces Inaugural Veterinary Wellbeing Collective to Help Advance Veterinary Wellbeing

ADM Partners With Hill’s Pet Nutrition in North America and EMEA to Support Farm Resilience Through Regenerative Agriculture

Ceva Animal Health Appoints Ian Tarpey as EVP for Global Innovation and R&D

Blueprint for a Lifetime: Hill’s ‘World of the Kitten’ Report Supports Veterinary Teams & Pet Parents in Navigating the Critical First Year

Gallant Advances Canine Osteoarthritis IV-Delivered Stem Cell Therapy With Promising Pilot Data and Expanded FDA Conditional Approval Pathway Eligibility

Hill’s Pet Nutrition Introduces Innovation to Support Feline Mobility and Weight Management

Boehringer Ingelheim and Eko Health Inc. Launch New AI-based Solution That Detects Heart Murmurs in Dogs

Elanco’s Negasunt™ Powder (Coumaphos, Propoxur, Sulfanilamide Topical Powder) and Tanidil™ (Coumaphos, Propoxur) Receive Emergency Authorization for Use Against New World Screwworm in Livestock

FDA Approves First Veterinary Amlodipine Product to Control Systemic Hypertension in Cats

Bimeda Acquires Dechra’s Pomona, California Manufacturing Assets

American Royal Announces First Events at New Kansas City, Kansas Facility This Fall

Vetlen Announces New Distribution Partnership With Patterson Equine

What Makes Mars, Mars: Poul Weihrauch, Mars Global CEO, Talks to Associates About What Makes Mars Unique

BiomEdit Secures Foundational Patents for Engineered Probiotic Platform Positioned to Redefine Animal Health

Annette O’Connor Named Dean of College of Veterinary Medicine

Datavault AI and AgSensor Solutions Announce Consulting Partnership to Tokenize High-Value Agricultural Data Assets

Gallant Reports Positive Pilot Data for Feline Osteoarthritis Stem Cell Therapy; Receives FDA Eligibility for Expanded Conditional Approval Pathway

Parnell: Acquisition of U.S. Pharmaceutical Manufacturer Noble Pharma Expands Manufacturing Capabilities

Bimeda® Announces U.S. Launch of Gastrobim™ (Omeprazole) as First and Only FDA-approved Bioequivalent to Gastrogard® (Omeprazole) for Equine Gastric Ulcer Treatment

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Welcome to The Connector. Fetching the freshest animal health news.

Important Things You Need to Know

Axiota Animal Health Names Wamego, Kansas as its Global Headquarters

The move builds on the region’s powerful ecosystem, where proximity to leading research institutions and industry collaboration continues to drive breakthroughs that impact animal health worldwide. 

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Register Today: Spring Networking Event

Don’t miss this energizing evening designed to spark meaningful conversations, strengthen relationships, and build momentum ahead of the Animal Health Summit.

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Animal Health Summit Programming Now Available

From industry-defining conversations to high-impact business partnering, this year’s agenda is built to inspire, connect, and spark what’s next across the global animal health ecosystem.

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Rethinking Innovation: Why the Future Isn’t Limited to Big Cities

Innovation can take root and thrive anywhere. In Wamego, Kansas, a unique partnership between industry, academia, and community is turning global ideas into real-world impact. In this month’s blog, Axiota Animal Health’s story highlights how rural communities can drive meaningful innovation while strengthening local economies. 

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Industry News

Axiota Animal Health Names Wamego, Kansas, as Global Headquarters 

Relief Veterinarians Can Now Centralize All Existing Clinic Relationships and Manage Scheduling, Shifts, and Invoicing on Serenity Vet

Parnell Launches nixiFLOR® – First FDA-Approved Generic Florfenicol + Flunixin Combination for BRD

OpenVet Launches the World’s First Veterinary AI Skills Library for OpenClaw

Ag Innovation Partners with CERES TAG to Deliver Data-Driven Livestock Profitability at Scale

Inspect Sector Partnership Aims to Speed up Approval of Insect-Based Nutrition

Your Production Floor is Generating Millions of Data Points. Here’s How You Can Turn Them into Margin

New Report From Hill’s Pet Nutrition Finds Large Dogs Face Disproportionate Barriers to Adoption

Pet Daycare and Lodging Market Analysis 2026

NASC Quality Seal Now Available for Treat Products + Clean Label Project

Review: AAHA’s Working, Assistance, and Therapy Dog Guidelines

FDA Approves BRAVECTO® QUANTUM (Fluralaner for Extended-Release Injectable Suspension) From Merck Animal Health to Treat and Control Asian Longhorned Tick and Gulf Coast Tick for 12 Months in Dogs

Animal Health Market Size is Poised to Reach USD 152.28 Billion by 2033 Owing to the Surging Demand for Production Animals to Meet Food Demand Globally

Virtual Fencing Becomes Reality: Missouri Pilot Program Helps Producers Test the Boundaries of this New Technology

IPIFF and Argenta Join Forces to Accelerate Innovation in Insect-Based Animal Health and Nutrition Products and Human Nutrition Products

The Meat Industry and the Research Sector are Committed to Strengthening Their Collaboration Ahead of New Challenges in Animal Health

Companion Animal Health Market Forecast 2026-2033 Featuring Strategic Analysis of Agrolabo, Boehringer Ingelheim, Ceva, Elanco, IDEXX Labs and More

Elanco Launches Advantage™ Collar for Dogs With Four Months of Continuous Protection from Fleas, Ticks and Mosquitoes*

Chewy to Acquire Modern Animal Accelerating Evolution to a Fully Integrated Healthcare Ecosystem

Zoetis Advances Genetic Innovation of CLARIFIDE® Plus With Additional Traits

How AI Is Transforming Pet Food Manufacturing: Formulation, Compliance, Digital Shelf & Market Intelligence

Boehringer Ingelheim Introduces LENZELTA®: A New Vaccine Advancing Mastitis Prevention in Dairy Cows

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Welcome to The Connector. Fetching the freshest animal health news.

Important Things You Need to Know

Last Call Emerging Company Applications

If you are ready to share your vision with investors and industry leaders, now is the time to apply. Submit your application by Wednesday, April 1 to secure your chance to pitch live and accelerate your path to funding, partnerships, and growth.

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Sponsorship Packages Available

Sponsoring the Animal Health Summit positions your organization at the center of innovation and influence in animal health. Explore sponsorship opportunities to bring meaningful visibility while building relationships with industry leaders.

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Register Today: Spring Networking Event

Strengthen relationships, spark new conversations, and stay engaged with the momentum shaping our industry at our spring networking event, hosted by CRB.

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Why Kansas City Punches Above Its Weight in Animal Health

Kansas City may be the smallest U.S. host city for the 2026 World Cup, but global teams chose it for a reason. The same qualities that earned that spotlight fuel one of the world’s most influential animal health ecosystems. In this month’s blog we’ll hear our city’s story about preparation, partnership, and why impact is not defined by size.

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Industry News

Zoetis announced the acquisition of Neogen’s Animal Genomics Business for $160M, expanding its capabilities in livestock genomics

Merck Animal Health boosts future of swine medicine with $50,000 in veterinary scholarships

Tractor Supply’s subsidiaries Petsense and Allivet, have formed its Pet Expert Advisory Council, a cross-species veterinary advisory group that encompasses retail and digital pharmacy

Summit SD Sets New U.S. Benchmark for Pharmaceutical Distribution with HDA GDP Accreditation

Paw Prosper, an animal health and wellness platform, has acquired Blue-9, an innovator in behavior pet products. The combined family of brands provides a single source for tools and courses in fitness training and conditioning for pets

Mars announced the launch of a new enterprise-level philanthropic entity, the Mars Impact Fund, designed to impact the communities where Mars operates

Gallant Announces First-of-Its -Kind Partnership with MWI Animal Health to Deliver Anticipated FDA -Conditionally Approved Stem Cell Therapy into Veterinary Clinics

FDA Approves NUMELVI™ (atinvicitinib tablets) for Dogs from Merck Animal Health – The First and Only Second-Generation Janus Kinase (JAK) Inhibitor for the Control of Pruritus Associated with Allergic Dermatitis

Covetrus and MWI Animal Health To Merge

J.M. Smucker to Invest $20.5M in Kansas Pet Food Facility 

Akston CEO Todd Zion Appointed to KC Animal Health Corridor Advisory Board

BiomEdit Initiates Final Field Safety Trial for Non-Antibiotic Poultry Biologic, Advancing Toward USDA Conditional Licensure

Nationwide shared its most common pet insurance claims for 2025 based on its 3.3 million claims

The 2026 AVMA report on the Economic State of the Veterinary Profession is now available

Hill’s released its 2026 State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report: Spotlight on Large Dogs

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Welcome to The Connector. Fetching the freshest animal health news.

Important Things You Need to Know

Animal Health Corridor Wins Best in Show, Yet Again

The Animal Health Corridor “It Takes All Kinds” workforce recruitment campaign has earned the 2025 VETTY Best of Show Award, the top honor presented at VMX’s premier veterinary marketing awards. This marks three Best of Show wins in the last four years—proof that while the work changes every year, the results don’t.

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Pitch the Future of Animal Health

The Emerging Company Presentations at the Animal Health Summit spotlight early-stage companies bringing new ideas, technologies, and solutions to animal health. Apply for the chance to pitch live to investors and industry leaders, opening doors to funding, partnerships, and growth opportunities.

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Where Commitment Meets Impact

The 2026 Spirit of Service and Iron Paw Awards are open for nominations. The Spirit of Service award recognizes the service-driven contributions to animal health and welfare. The Iron Paw award celebrates the leaders whose careers have made lasting, global impact on the animal health industry. 

Nominate those who make a true difference in animal health today.

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Leadership That Advances Our Industry

What does leadership really look like in animal health? It shows up in the time, talent, and commitment of people working together to strengthen our industry and invest in the next generation. This month’s blog highlights how Corridor leaders are turning shared priorities into meaningful progress.

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Industry News

Amalia Londono Named as New Executive Vice President, End-to-End Supply Chain of Hill’s Pet Nutrition

CERES TAG included in Swiss National Traceability Program

Pet Manufacturers & Retailers: Your Business Data Should Be Driving Revenue. Is it?

CERES TAG Expands Consultant Partnerships to Unlock Pasture, Reproductive, and Profit Performance

Vytelle Launches Commercial, Cost-Effective Methane Monitoring at CattleCon that Integrates with Feed Intake Monitoring

FDA Issues Emergency Use Authorization for Over-the-Counter Injectable Drug to Prevent New World Screwworm in Cattle

Zoetis Launches First Commercial BRD Genetic Predictions to Help Build More Resilient Beef Herds

CERES TAG Announces A New Generation Of Herd Intelligence

Manhattan’s Federal Animal Disease Lab, NBAF, Now Hiring 150 Local Jobs

Livestock Health Monitoring Start-Up Barnwell Bio Closes $6M Seed Round 

epiq Animal Health and Mars Petcare US, Inc. Enter into a Strategic Distribution Agreement

Veterinary Professionals Turn Everyday Care Into Community Impact Through Volunteer Work

Horse Protection Amendments Implementations Postponed

Zoetis Launches Digital Tool for Bird Health

Neogen Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of Neogen®Vet HYCOAT® Hyaluronate Sodium Sterile Solution  

Patterson Veterinary Relaunches a Refreshed NaVetor Veterinary Cloud Software After Acquiring Full Rights

Purina Pro Plan-Fueled Westminster Best in Show Champions: Where Are They Now?

Making Heads or Tails of Pet Dental Products

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Welcome to The Connector. Fetching the freshest animal health news.

Important Things You Need to Know

Animal Health Doesn’t Stand Still. Neither Do Its Builders.

The 2026 Animal Health Summit is now accepting applications from Emerging Companies shaping the future of care, diagnostics, nutrition, and technology. Step into a global forum where ideas meet investment and innovation turns into scale.

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Market Insight With Meaning

The 15th Animalytix Market Update takes place February 12, offering a focused look at the trends shaping animal health today and tomorrow.

All registration proceeds support the Spirit of Service award, which recognizes not-for-profits working at the heart of the human–animal bond.

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Progress Happens Because of People

The 2026 Spirit of Service and Iron Paw awards recognize individuals whose work defines where animal health is headed. From strengthening the human–animal bond to advancing leadership across research, academia, industry, and government, these honors celebrate impact that lasts.

Nominations are now open.

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Trends and Focus Areas: Building the Future of Animal Health Together

As 2026 approaches, the animal health industry is at a defining crossroads shaped by investment shifts, new innovation models, workforce demand, and species-specific care. In this month’s blog, the Animal Health Corridor outlines four focus areas guiding the year ahead, from biomanufacturing talent and external innovation to the growing emphasis on feline health and a global spotlight on our region. Together, they reflect how collaboration and leadership will shape what comes next for animal health worldwide.

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Industry News

From Gut Feeling to Growth Engine: Building a Data Culture That Drives Market Share

FDA Approves Generic Drug Product for Feline Postoperative Pain

Save the Date: Ag Innovation Forum 2026

Felixvet Receives FDA Approval for Meloxicam Oral Suspension

Cold Solutions at Rush Creek Celebrates Expansion with Open House and Ribbon Cutting

Elanco Announces Full USDA Approval of CPMA (Now Trutect™) the First-and-Only Treatment for Deadly Canine Parvovirus

Zoetis to Host Webcast and Conference Call on Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results

The Purina Foundation Awards More Than $1.16 Million in Grants to Support Communities and Pets in Need

Dairy Farmers of America Applauds the Passage of the Whole Milk For Healthy Kids Act

American Animal Hospital Association Names Dr. Brady Beale as Chief Executive Officer

FDA Approves First Drug to Delay Congestive Heart Failure in Dogs

Hale Animal Health Secures NZD $4 Million in Capital Raise to Accelerate Next Phase of Development

Dechra appoints Ian MacKellar as Chief Operating Officer (COO) and President, Global Manufacturing & Supply Chain

USDA Names New Leadership of the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Mars Petcare Names Marc Carena Global President

IDEXX Announces CEO Succession

Mixlab Unveils Maisy, an AI Health Partner, Following a Year of Rapid Growth

Pet Flavors Adds Randolph Legg to Board, Joining Fabian Kausche

2025 VETTY Awards® Winners Exemplify Marketing Excellence in Animal Health Care Worldwide

epiq Animal Health and Vetramil to Offer Specially Formulated Animal Skincare Products

epiq Animal Health and Zesty Paws® Collaborate to Bring Veterinary-Only Products to the Animal Health Market

Animal Health Leaders Dig Deeper Into SubTropolis

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Welcome to The Connector. Fetching the freshest animal health news.

Important Things You Need to Know

It’s getting close. Secure your spot for The Gathering at VMX.

The Corridor’s biggest networking event of the year is fast approaching, and momentum is already building. On January 18, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. EST, the Regency Rotunda at the Hyatt Regency will become the hub for connection, conversation, and industry energy. Registration is open. Lock in your spot while space is available. >> SECURE YOUR SPOT

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The 15th annual Animalytix Market Update is coming.

Mark your calendars! The 15th edition of the Animalytix Market Update is coming soon. Taking place February 12 from 10:00 to 11:30 CST via Zoom, this session will deliver a deep, data-focused look at key market segments across the animal health industry.

Proceeds from registration will support the Spirit of Service award recipients, the non-profit organizations strengthening the human-animal bond. >> REGISTER NOW

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Honor the Best in Animal Health – Nominations Now Open.

The 2026 Spirit of Service and Iron Paw awards from the KC Animal Health Corridor recognize the game-changers shaping our industry. Spirit of Service honors those elevating the human-animal bond, while Iron Paw celebrates powerhouse contributors across academia, research, industry, and government.

Know someone making an impact? Nominate your champions today.

>> SPIRIT OF SERVICE

>> IRON PAW

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The 2026 Animal Health Summit is now accepting applications for Emerging Companies!

The Animal Health Summit is the ultimate stage for groundbreaking companies in animal health, nutrition, diagnostics, and technology. If you’re pushing the boundaries in areas like companion animal care, AgTech, food animal production, or diagnostics, this is your moment to shine. Connect with investors and strategic partners who are actively seeking the next wave of innovation and game-changing solutions. Don’t miss the chance to showcase your vision to a global audience ready to fuel your success. >> APPLY NOW

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When an Industry Shows Up, a Generation of Potential Grows

How do you measure the impact of inspiring future careers when there’s no dashboard to prove it? In animal health, meaningful workforce development lives in conversations, classrooms, and moments that don’t fit neatly into a spreadsheet. Discover how we witnessed our true impact at the NAAE Conference—and why showing up matters more than metrics. >> READ FULL BLOG

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Industry News

Chewy Announces Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Dechra Announces FDA Approval of Emeprev™ (maropitant citrate) Injectable Solution

Zoetis Highlights R&D Leadership and Long-Term Growth Opportunity at Innovation Webcast

Zoetis to Host Innovation Webcast

Elanco Investor Day Defines New Era as Sustainable Growth Company

Hill’s Pet Nutrition and The Veterinary Cooperative Select Otto’s AI Scribe to Offer Free to Clinics Nationwide

Hill’s Pet Nutrition Reaches 16 Million Adoptions Milestone

Cats Claim Record Share of Veterinary Visits as Feline Market Momentum Builds

K-State Joins National Effort to Prepare Next Generation of Veterinary Entomologists

Merck Animal Health Reaches Unprecedented Milestone of 2 Million Cows Monitored with SenseHub® Dairy Technology

Understanding the Recent Equine Herpesvirus (EHV) Outbreak

Cultivating Leaders in Veterinary Pathology

Akston Initiates Clinical Trial of Once-Weekly GLP-1 Weight-Management Therapy for Cats

Elanco’s Credelio™ CAT (lotilaner) Receives First FDA Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for Treatment of New World Screwworm (NWS) in Cats

DFA Cares Student Scholarship Applications Now Open for 2026

AVMA’s 2025-2026 Fellow Joins Congressional Office

Is Cultured Protein the Future of Protein in Pet Food?

How Pet Food Keeps Millions of Tons of Food Waste Out of Landfills

FDA to Lower Number of Trials Required for Approval of Drugs, Other Medical Products

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Welcome to The Connector. Fetching the freshest animal health news.

Important Things You Need to Know

Register Now for The Gathering Networking Event at VMX 2026

The Corridor’s biggest networking event of the year is back! Join us January 18, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. EST in the Regency Rotunda at the Hyatt Regency for an afternoon of connection and conversation with industry leaders shaping the future of animal health. Registration is now open, so secure your spot today! >> Register Now

Manufacturing Moment in the Corridor

Manufacturing is thriving across the KC Animal Health Corridor, creating new opportunities for skilled talent and innovation. Corridor VP Emily McVey joins Jennifer Harlow of Merck Animal Health to discuss how recent facility growth and workforce development are shaping the future of animal health manufacturing throughout our region. >> Watch the Conversation

dsm-firmenich Expands in the Corridor with Pet Premix Facility

Big news for the Animal Health Corridor! dsm-firmenich has officially opened its next-generation, fully automated pet-only premix facility in Tonganoxie, Kansas. This state-of-the-art site raises the bar for safety, precision, and nutrition in pet food manufacturing across North America. >> Read Now

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Leading Together: Reflections on Collaboration, Competition, and Industry Progress

In today’s fast-moving animal health industry, collaboration among competitors isn’t just admirable — it’s essential. Through advisory boards like the Animal Health Corridor, leaders from across the field come together to share insights, align on priorities, and drive progress that benefits everyone. Learn how this spirit of collective leadership is shaping the future of our industry in this month’s blog post. >> Read Full Blog

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Industry News

Dechra Advances Public Health as Newest Human-Animal Bond Certified Company

Felixvet Receives FDA Approval for Cefpodoxime Proxetil Tablets

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA Announces Third-Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Elanco Announces Expansion of Credelio Quattro™ and Credelio™ Labels, Offering Protection Against Lyme Disease and an Emerging Tick Species

Chewy to Acquire SmartEquine, Expanding Leadership in the Equine Health Categoryx

How Outdated Systems Are Costing Animal Health Companies Millions — and What You Can Do About It

FDA Appoints Timothy Schell To Lead Veterinary Medicine Center

Dechra Announces U.S. Launch of Solovecin™ (cefovecin sodium), an In-Clinic Antibiotic Solution for Skin Infections in Dogs and Cats

Elanco Animal Health Reports Third Quarter 2025 Results

Akston Pioneers a New Generation of Cancer Therapy for Dogs in Clinical Trial Launch

BiomEdit Awarded Nearly $2 Million from Bezos Earth Fund to Advance AI Model for Methane-Reduction Strategies in Cattle

Boehringer Ingelheim and Shelters United to Improve Access to Preventive Veterinary Care for Shelter Animals

Merck Animal Health Donates $20,000 to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln Klosterman Feedlot Innovation Center to Advance Sustainability-focused Research for Feedlot Cattle

Zoetis Announces Third Quarter 2025 Results

Zoetis Announces Retirement of Rob Polzer at the End of 2025 and the Appointment of Kevin Esch as President of Research & Development for World Leader in Animal Health Beginning in 2026

Mizzou Researcher Receives Fellowship to Advance Pasture Management Technology for Farmers

Kansas Veterinary Diagnostic Medicine Internship Program Doubles Number of Trainees

Phibro Animal Health Corporation Reports First Quarter Results, Updates Financial Guidance

Colgate-Palmolive Company Announces 3rd Quarter 2025 Results

Digitail Secures $23 million Series B Funding to Expand AI-Driven Veterinary Practice Management

2025 AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest Winners Announced

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Save the Date

2026 Animal Health Summit

August 31 – September 1

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Welcome to The Connector. Fetching the freshest animal health news.

Important Things You Need to Know

Save the Date for The Gathering Networking Event at VMX 2026

The Corridor will be hosting our annual networking reception on Sunday, January 18, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. EST in the Regency Rotunda at the Hyatt Regency. Mark your calendars so you don’t miss this event! >> Save the Date

Help Shape the 2026 Animal Health Summit by Sharing Your Ideas for Topics and Speakers

We’re gathering feedback on topics and speakers for the 2026 Animal Health Summit. Your input is key to building sessions that are timely and relevant. Please share your suggestions with the Animal Health Corridor team via the form below. All submissions will be presented to the Corridor Board for final selection. We look forward to your ideas! >> Submit 2026 AHS Programming Ideas

The Final Countdown: Fall Networking is Almost Here

Less than one week! The Corridor’s can’t-miss networking event is almost here. On Oct 21, 4–6 p.m., we’re taking over Vytelle for an evening of great people, big energy and real connections. Grab yours today! >> Register Now

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The Non-negotiable Traits of a Leader: Listening, Empathy, and Integrity

In times of uncertainty, teams turn to their leaders for presence, stability, and trust. Turbulent environments test not only the resilience of a business but the character and capability of its leadership. Active listening, cross-functional understanding, and moral clarity form the foundation of a leader teams can believe in during tough times.  >> Read Full Blog

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Industry News

New HABRI and Chewy Health Study Reveals Tech-Forward Solutions to Strengthen the Human-Animal Bond

Butterfly Network Launches Next-Generation Butterfly iQ3 Vet™ Solution in the United States and Canada

ELIAS Publishes Data on Chemo-Immunotherapy Regimen for Canine Osteosarcoma

Felixvet Receives FDA Approval for Methimazole Coated Tablets

CATalyst Council Releases Feline Market Insights Volume III: Continued Market Outperformance by Cats

ZyVet Animal Health Launches an FDA-Approved Generic Form of Furosemide Tablets

Felixvet Receives FDA Approval for Clindamycin Hydrochloride Tablets

Virbac Reports 1H 2025 Growth Driven by Sales for Specialty and Dental Products

Luna Bioscience’s Recent Research Discoveries Advance Development of Leptospirosis Rapid, Point-of-Care Diagnostic Tests and Recombinant Protein Vaccines

Cliff Miller named 2025 CVM Alumnus of the Year

Dr. Hunter Lang Named 2025 Mentor of the Year Posthumously by Merck Animal Health and the American Association of Bovine Practitioners

Zoetis to Host Webcast and Conference Call on Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results

A Q&A with Satyanarayana Rachagani: Insights on cancer, prevention and progress

Follow the Money: What Recent Funding Tells Us About Pet Industry Innovation

Generic phenylpropanolamine hydrochloride tablets hit the market

International Regulatory Divergence: Exports at Risk

‘Tis the Season for Tightening Wallets: Consumers are Expected to Spend Less

What Pet & Animal Health Leaders Need to Know About Adopting AI Today. Don’t be Left Trailing the Pack!

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Save the Date

2026 Animal Health Summit

August 31 – September 1

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Welcome to The Connector. Fetching the freshest animal health news.

Important Things You Need to Know

20 Years in the Making. The Future Ahead.

At the 2025 Animal Health Summit, we celebrated two decades of impact in the Corridor and unveiled our new Workforce Recruitment Campaign, a bold initiative designed to attract and grow the next generation of talent. If you missed the energy in the building, don’t miss your chance to help shape the future. Share your ideas for 2026 programming today.

Helping You Build the Future Workforce of Animal Health

We’ve launched our Workforce Recruitment Campaign to support companies and organizations across the industry in finding and engaging the next generation of talent. This effort is designed with you in mind, providing ready-to-use tools, messaging, and shareable resources to make recruitment easier and more impactful.

All materials are available on ExploreAHCareers.com, where you’ll find everything you need to showcase animal health careers and spotlight our industry as a hub of innovation, impact, and opportunity. Access the toolkit today and put it to work for your organization. Need assistance? Email Corridor Vice President, Emily McVey, with your inquiries!

>> Workforce Recruitment Toolkit

The Corridor’s Can’t-Miss Networking Night

October 21 from 4 to 6 p.m. we’re taking over Vytelle for an evening that’s all about good people, good energy, and a darn good time. This isn’t another box to check. It’s the kind of night you’ll want to show up for. Grab your spot and join the party! >> Register Now

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20 Years of Progress, One Future to Build: Join the Animal Health Workforce Movement

For twenty years, the Animal Health Corridor has fueled innovation and growth—attracting companies, creating jobs, and investing billions in the Kansas City region. Now, the focus shifts to the future with the launch of the Workforce Campaign, tackling the industry’s biggest challenge: closing the talent gap. From scientists to storytellers, animal health needs every skill set, and with tools at ExploreAHCareers.com, it’s time for all of us to inspire the next generation to join.  >> Read Full Blog

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Industry News

KC Animal Health Corridor at 20: ‘We’ve only scratched the surface’

ELIAS Animal Health to Present New Research at Upcoming Human and Veterinary Oncology Conferences

Chewy Announces Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Hill’s Pet Nutrition Announces 2025 Hill’s Global Symposium – “Strong Science, Long Lives” – to Advance Senior Pet Care

National Veterinary Associates names new CEO

Elanco Innovation Builds Momentum, Credelio Quattro™ (lotilaner, moxidectin, praziquantel, and pyrantel chewable tablets) Reaches Blockbuster Status

CERES TAG Partners with Texas A&M AgriLife Research to Advance Livestock Data Collection and Education

LEAH Labs Receives National Science Foundation (NSF) Phase IIB Grant Award

Clipper Distributing and Butterfly Network Announce New Agreement

Plug and Play Topeka Selects New Cohort of 13 Animal Health Startups for Accelerator Program

The Women of Influence program honors the top-ranking women in the Kansas City business community.

Fighting back against a dangerous tick-borne disease

Mizzou graduate student to study service dogs’ health and well-being

Dechra Expands AVMF Scholarship Program, Adding New Category Focused on Anesthesia, Surgery, and Critical Care

Merck Animal Health Reaches Unprecedented Milestone of 2 Million Cows Monitored with SenseHub® Dairy Technology

Boehringer Ingelheim launches swine vaccine with advanced protection against porcine circovirus type 2 in the United States

USDA announces plan to address rural, federal veterinary shortages

HILL’S PET NUTRITION RELEASES 2025 CANADA STATE OF SHELTER PET ADOPTION REPORT

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Save the Date

2026 Animal Health Summit

August 31 – September 1

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Welcome to The Connector. Fetching the freshest animal health news.

Important Things You Need to Know

Kimberly Young Featured In Women’s Business Daily

KC Animal Health Corridor President Kimberly Young was recently profiled by Women’s Business Daily in a powerful interview about leadership, resilience, and building one of the world’s most influential industry clusters. From high-stakes negotiations to work-life integration, Kimberly shares what it means to lead with purpose and on your own terms. >> Full Feature

Remembering Ron Brakke

The Animal Health Corridor extends its deepest condolences to the Brakke family and to the dedicated team he built at Brakke Consulting.

Ron Brakke was not only a pioneer in animal health consulting, but also a passionate advocate for the industry for more than six decades. His unwavering support and visionary leadership were instrumental in shaping the early years of the Animal Health Corridor, and his contributions were honored with the 2014 Iron Paw Award.

Ron’s legacy will continue to inspire and influence the animal health community for years to come. We are grateful for his many contributions and mourn the loss of a true industry icon. >> Read More About Ron Brakke

Fall Networking at Vytelle

Join us October 21 from 4-6 p.m. at Vytelle for an evening of networking with animal health professionals and Corridor colleagues. Mark your calendar now and watch for registration details soon. >> Register Now

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Letting Go to Further Grow in Life & Business

As I drop my son off for his freshman year of college, I realize the parallels between business and life’s challenging moments. It’s important we trust the process, because discomfort is where we all grow. >> Read Full Blog

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Industry News

Top Pet Innovators Unleashed in 2025 Pet Innovation Awards

Elanco Animal Health Reports Second Quarter 2025 Results

Zoetis Announces Second Quarter 2025 Results, Raises Full Year 2025 Outlook

Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA Announces Second-Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Akston Expands Leadership Team with Appointment of Two Veterinarians to Advance First-in-Class Biologics for Pets

Department of Agriculture Announces Reorganization Plan

New scientific review program manager named to oversee ingredient submissions pathway

BiomEdit Advances First-of-Its-Kind Engineered Bacteria Product to Final Development Phase, Secures Series B Funding and Adds Key Industry Leadership

Advancing Drug Development with Non-Liquid Matrix Bioanalysis

Merck Animal Health Announces FDA Approval of EXZOLT™ (fluralaner oral solution) for Chickens, the First Systemic Treatment for Northern Fowl Mites

Connect Veterinary Consulting Announces New Service Offering

From the livestock barn to the pageant stage, the Missouri State Fair offers young agriculturalists unique leadership roles

AVMA and ACVIM honor Joan Coates

White Label vs. Private Label: What’s the Difference—and Where’s the Opportunity?

‘Mini farm bill’ funds national animal disease research and management

Startups across the pet industry can apply for a chance to win up to $50,000 in non-dilutive funding

COST, GUILT AND DOUBT: HILL’S PET NUTRITION’S 2025 STATE OF SHELTER PET ADOPTION REPORT REVEALS WHY PETS STILL WAIT IN SHELTERS

Shelter Pets Get Their Big Break as Actor Josh Hutcherson Joins Hill’s Pet Nutrition During Annual NBCUniversal Local’s Clear The Shelters

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Save the Date

2026 Animal Health Summit

August 31 – September 1

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