Exclusive: Nationwide Pet Insurance Now Axing New York Dogs, Cats
TCR has obtained docs sent from Nationwide to NYC owner slashing her coverage
The Canine Review obtained a written notice Sunday informing the owner of a 9-year-old cat in Brooklyn, New York, that Nationwide Pet Insurance would be reducing her policy’s reimbursement rate to 50% upon renewal on September 24, 2026. The notice, dated July 27, 2026, is what’s referred to as a […]
Veterinarians Warn Of Deadly, “Revolting” Parasite Sickening Dogs
Alarming new research from a top Texas vet about a parasitic menace has NYC's Animal Medical Center warning vets and owners to be on the lookout.
Once treated as a Gulf Coast oddity, Heterobilharzia americana, the parasite that causes canine schistosomiasis, is forcing a nationwide rethink and redrawing of maps following a presentation of new research. When I noticed “canine schistosomiasis” on the agenda for a veterinary conference I attended in June in Seattle, my stomach […]
Millions of Dogs May Be Accumulating Toxic Levels of Copper From Commercial Foods
Renowned veterinary liver specialist Dr. Sharon A. Center has published three new studies in JAVMA she says make a compelling case for regulatory action.
A leading veterinary liver specialist at Cornell is warning that at least 12 million dogs across the United States, age 9 or older, may be at risk for serious liver injury; specifically, a condition called copper-associated hepatopathy or “CuAH.” These dogs may be silently accumulating dangerous levels of copper from […]
The Price of Compassion: The 10 Top Paid Animal Nonprofit CEOs
As 2025 draws to a close, The Canine Review presents an annual snapshot of executive compensation at the 10 U.S. animal nonprofits that pay their […]
Tucker Carlson Posts Telemed Funded Attack On AVMA, ‘Vet Scam’
AVMA Responds: "In contrast to what Mr. Spector suggests, AVMA is s staunch proponent for telemedicine – when it is used responsibly. An in-person veterinary visit is not just a legal requirement – it is critical to the delivery of quality veterinary care."
Conservative pundit and former Fox News host Tucker Carlson posted a nearly one-hour telemedicine industry funded attack on the veterinary medical profession’s main trade association […]
Gov. Hochul Vetoes N.Y. Pet Insurance Law — Again
Gov. Kathy Hochul of New York vetoed legislation for the second consecutive year. The bill would have established the first regulatory framework, namely a set […]
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Nellie’s December 2025 Vlog: Fate Of Ophelia (Nellie’s Version)
Dear Fans, Please enjoy my version of Taylor Swift’s “Fate of Ophelia” video. Happy New Year! Nellie
FDA Dings Raw Pet Food, Company Hits Back
"Mighty Raw" responds to exhaustive warning letter from FDA, alleging "bias" against raw food; unfair treatment
Answers, parent company of “Mighty Raw”, was lashed for “poisonous or deleterious substance[s]”; “contaminated with filth”; Salmonella; Listeria. Despite numerous cutbacks and spending freezes, the FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine has continued to function in 2025, and has been especially active in its oversight of raw pet food, as evidenced […]
California Cites Jean Dodds for Practicing Without License Again
Ms. Dodds has never held a license to practice in any state, TCR has confirmed.
California has dinged Jean Dodds again for practicing veterinary medicine without a license. It’s been five years since the California Veterinary Medical Board issued a “cease and desist” enforcement action to Jean Dodds – who holds a degree but has never been licensed to practice veterinary medicine in any state, […]
Petco-backed $997 dog cancer test venture believed to be belly-up
PetDx tells veterinarians to dispose of samples "due to funding constraints"
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