Program for Pet Health Equity

Program for Pet Health Equity Our mission is to improve access to veterinary carefor bonded families with limited means,through research, education and service.
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Our vision is that all pets have access to veterinary care.

Bridging cultures and care: Indigenous Colorado State University vet students serve Rosebud Reservationhttps://cvmbs.sou...
07/03/2024

Bridging cultures and care: Indigenous Colorado State University vet students serve Rosebud Reservation
https://cvmbs.source.colostate.edu/bridging-cultures-and-care-indigenous-csu-vet-students-serve-rosebud-reservation/

Thank you CSU!

Driven by a passion for animal welfare and a commitment to their Indigenous roots, 3 CSU vet students organized two trips to the Rosebud Reservation to showcase Indigenous representation in the veterinary medicine field, honor tribal community and culture, underscore the critical need for access to....

KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE THIS HOLIDAY and out of the veterinarian's officeTop 4 July 4th Pet Toxins
07/02/2024

KEEP YOUR PETS SAFE THIS HOLIDAY and out of the veterinarian's office

Top 4 July 4th Pet Toxins

Fireworks, food, lawn products and pool chemicals: Do you know how to treat these top July 4 toxicities? Read tips from the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center

Your Pets Need to Be Protected From the Heat Too. Here's How
06/27/2024

Your Pets Need to Be Protected From the Heat Too. Here's How

Try these tips for protecting your pets during hot summer days.

When people are under economic stress, their pets suffer too – we found parts of Detroit that are animal welfare deserts
06/26/2024

When people are under economic stress, their pets suffer too – we found parts of Detroit that are animal welfare deserts

A study in Detroit finds large areas without pet resources, mainly in lower-income and minority neighborhoods. Better access to supplies and services could help owners and animals thrive together.

Thanks to Maddie's Fund, our Veterinary Social Workers, Kayla Anderson and Beth Fagiola are at the The National Associat...
06/21/2024

Thanks to Maddie's Fund, our Veterinary Social Workers, Kayla Anderson and Beth Fagiola are at the The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) Conference in Washington, DC to spread the word about PPHE and AlignCare Health, so other social workers learn about these programs and how they can help more families in their communities.

Thank you Maddie's Fund!

New positions available at the Animal Human Policy CenterThe Animal Human Policy Center at Colorado State University is ...
06/21/2024

New positions available at the Animal Human Policy Center

The Animal Human Policy Center at Colorado State University is hiring three remote, one year-long positions to contribute to a research project on stakeholder perspectives towards implementation of the Animal Welfare Act. Specifically, the Center is hiring two full-time research scientists as well as a research coordinator, which are all one year long positions starting August 1st.

The research scientist positions include one qualitative research social science position requiring a PhD (salary $85,000-$100,000/annually) as well as one veterinary research scientist position requiring a DVM/veterinary background (salary $90,000-$105,000 annually). The research coordinator position (salary $55,000-$70,000/annually) is focused on assisting the research team with budgeting, logistics, communications, and data analysis.

All positions will work on a stakeholder analysis to inform an external evaluation of USDA's Animal Care program. This program implements regulations established under the Animal Welfare Act (AWA) and the Horse Protection Act, which set standards for the humane care and treatment of certain animals exhibited to the public, sold for use as pets, used in research, or transported commercially throughout the United States.

Please see below for detailed descriptions of the positions and the link to apply. Applications are due by July 1st, 2024 for full consideration.

Research social scientist: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/145834

Veterinary research scientist: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/145830

Animal welfare research coordinator: https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/145817

Happy World Pet Memorial Day everyone!Pet health is so important for them and for their humans!Please share a pic of you...
06/11/2024

Happy World Pet Memorial Day everyone!
Pet health is so important for them and for their humans!

Please share a pic of your beloved family member in honor of their memory.

Why millennials and Gen Z are choosing to raise pets over childrenRead more at:
06/10/2024

Why millennials and Gen Z are choosing to raise pets over children

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Pandemic-led loneliness, the need for companionship and unconditional love, and changing lifestyles, priorities, and notions of parenthood are some of the reasons why the younger generation prefers to raise pets over children.

Push for pet bereavement leave on the rise at companies across US
05/21/2024

Push for pet bereavement leave on the rise at companies across US

American companies are taking a paws to reflect — as a push for pet bereavement policies spike. More animal lovers consider their pets a part of their family than ever before with a 2023 Pew Research study revealing that 62% of Americans own pets and a staggering 97% consider furry friends kin. An...

States With The Highest And Lowest Risk Of Cat And Dog Illnesseshttps://www.forbes.com/advisor/pet-insurance/pet-care/hi...
05/14/2024

States With The Highest And Lowest Risk Of Cat And Dog Illnesses

https://www.forbes.com/advisor/pet-insurance/pet-care/highest-and-lowest-risk-states-for-pet-illness/

How does your state rank?

A pet falling ill or not seeming like their usual self can lead to a lot of worry and emotional strain. It can also be challenging for pet parents to know what warrants a vet visit—and how soon they should take their furry friend in for medical care. Being proactive with your pet’s health can mi...

Racial Disparities in Animal WelfareThe results are in. https://pphe.utk.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/FINAL-Racial-Dis...
05/13/2024

Racial Disparities in Animal Welfare

The results are in.

https://pphe.utk.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/FINAL-Racial-Disparities-April-2024.pdf

Please share with all your fellow humans.

Can you, your organization and your community relate?Study Results Are In: How Do Access to Veterinary Care Challenges I...
05/08/2024

Can you, your organization and your community relate?

Study Results Are In:
How Do Access to Veterinary Care Challenges Impact Animal Welfare Organizations?

https://theaawa.org/access-study/

Science explores the origins of the friendship between dogs and humans
04/15/2024

Science explores the origins of the friendship between dogs and humans

Recent studies confirm dogs’ ability to understand us, their natural talent for empathizing with other species and the pleasure we get from sharing our lives with them

The nonprofit veterinarian shortage: Who will care for the pets most in need?
04/05/2024

The nonprofit veterinarian shortage: Who will care for the pets most in need?

There is an especially large impact on animal shelters and nonprofit veterinary clinics.

Packaged Facts: ‘Pet ownership a real challenge’ for Millennials
04/01/2024

Packaged Facts: ‘Pet ownership a real challenge’ for Millennials

The market research firm explores economic factors impacting the largest cohort of pet owners in the United States.

14 Pet Ownership Statistics in Florida to Know: 2024 Updatehttps://www.dogster.com/lifestyle/pet-ownership-statistics-in...
03/20/2024

14 Pet Ownership Statistics in Florida to Know: 2024 Update
https://www.dogster.com/lifestyle/pet-ownership-statistics-in-florida

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Florida Ranks In The Top 10 States Where Veterinarians Are Most In Demand
https://www.floridadaily.com/florida-ranks-in-the-top-10-states-where-veterinarians-are-most-in-demand/

Share this Story via Text Message, Facebook, X, Gmail, Outlook, or Yahoo MailA new study has revealed Florida is one of the states where veterinarians are most in demand. The analysis, undertaken by canine supplementation experts PetLab, looked at the number of Google searches for the ten most commo...

Rising pet surrenders in US reveal economic inequality
03/01/2024

Rising pet surrenders in US reveal economic inequality

The economic strain felt by average working individuals in the Western world, particularly in the US, has reached a critical juncture, compelling many to reassess fundamental aspects of their lives, including decisions about family and pets. As inflation continues to surge, the financial burden on h...

More Millennials Are Opting For Pets Over Children As Pet Industry Continues To Grow
02/28/2024

More Millennials Are Opting For Pets Over Children As Pet Industry Continues To Grow

Millennials and their "fur babies" are taking center stage in modern society. As millennials are increasingly delaying major life milestones like marriage, children and home buying, pets seem to be the exception. As of 2024, 66% of American households own a pet, and more than half of pet owners cons...

A conversation: Being Black in veterinary medicine
02/28/2024

A conversation: Being Black in veterinary medicine

A candid, no-holds-barred conversation with two Black veterinary professionals about the challenges they’ve faced—and the strength and inspiration...

Happy World Spay Day!
02/27/2024

Happy World Spay Day!

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