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a dog in a pond
September 1, 2026

Why dogs and cats can’t ‘sweat out’ summer heat

Fresh water, shade a must to prevent dehydration and heat stroke

A rancher pets a bull
August 11, 2026

Texas A&M leads research on New World screwworm wound treatment

A Texas A&M System team to develop wound treatment veterinarians and producers can apply rapidly

A cow walks through a body of water in bright sunshine.
July 30, 2026

Cyanobacteria identification, management focus of Aug. 18 webinar

AgriLife Extension program to educate on fish, livestock, wildlife, companion animal protection

a sparkler at night
June 29, 2026

Texans encouraged to celebrate Independence Day safely 

Prioritize safety to reduce risks of fireworks and grilling

a New World screwworm larva on a maroon background
June 15, 2026

AgriLife Extension takes screwworm education directly to Texas communities

Meetings paired with online tools give Texans access to up-to-date screwworm guidance

a brown fluffy curly haired puppy
April 29, 2026

Understanding canine distemper virus and increased risk during summer

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory encourages extra awareness when adopting new pets

A close-up of a New World screwworm fly.
February 24, 2026

AgriLife Extension publishes human, pet fact sheets on New World screwworm

New resources expand education on potential risks

Dog with snow on its muzzle.
January 22, 2026

Protect livestock, plants, pipes and pets from winter weather

Texas A&M AgriLife, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences share tips to prepare for freezing temperatures

screwworm fly
August 7, 2025

Tiny parasite; big problem

Texas A&M Beef Cattle Short Course panelists: Plan now to minimize impact if New World screwworm crosses border

A cyanobacteria bloom appears as a vibrant green.
April 29, 2025

Toxic algae signs and safety tips

AgriLife Extension expert shares tips to prevent cyanobacteria bloom exposure as temperatures rise

a black cat laying on a floor
January 22, 2025

Mitigating the threat of toxoplasmosis this winter

Humans susceptible to ‘cat parasite’

January 16, 2025

Prepare for winter weather

Texas A&M AgriLife shares how to protect pets, plants and pipes from freezing temperatures

Five individuals pose with two sitting on buckets and the others standing. Three of them are wearing white lab coats and the other two are wearing blue scrubs
December 6, 2024

Necropsy team offers first look into causes of animal deaths

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory helps livestock, pet owners with answers

a curly brown haired puppy eats from a plastic container with food in it
November 21, 2024

Avoiding canine kennel cough over the holidays

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory experts recommend early testing, diagnosis

May 1, 2024

Dog owners encouraged to be aware of heartworm risk as temperatures rise

Risk of heartworm transmission rises as mosquitoes become more active

October 27, 2023

Avoid a night of fright for your dogs

Dog owners encouraged to be aware of potentially toxic seasonal items

An illustration of a dog and several virus cells
December 22, 2022

Can dogs catch a whiff of bovine respiratory disease?

Canines could potentially detect disease that is the greatest challenge to the cattle industry

A brown tick in the white fur of a dog.
March 18, 2022

Warming temperatures bring springtime parasites to pets

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory reminds pet owners to stay alert

kissing bug
February 11, 2022

Diagnosing Chagas disease in dogs

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Lab reminds dog owners to be aware of kissing bug, offers advice about testing

Texas A&M AgriLife logo
March 26, 2021

Texas A&M Veterinary Diagnostic Lab on the front lines of pet food recalls

Texas A&M helps veterinarians and pet owners keep constant pulse on animal health