Up to $5 million in grants available for animal welfare organizations supporting disaster response and preparedness

Initiative complements ASPCA’s boots-on-the-ground efforts in Southern CA In response to the devastating wildfires burning across Southern California, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) has announced a $5 million California Wildfire Response & Preparedness Fund to provide critical funding to animal welfare organizations responding to animal needs due to the wildfires. Funding is also available to prepare for and build capacity to defend against future fires and other disasters.

Failed the NAVLE? Here's what you need to know about the updated retake policy starting November 2024, including a five-attempt limit and appeal process for additional tries. Plus, discover the free 12-week Vet Candy NAVLE Prep Program by Hometown Vet Partners—packed with videos, quizzes, podcasts, and more—to help you pass with confidence.

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The United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the presence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in a backyard poultry flock in Puerto Rico.  This is the first case of HPAI in domestic birds in Puerto Rico during this outbreak, which began in February 2022.