Livestock and poultry producers who suffered losses during the pandemic due to insufficient access to processing can apply for assistance for those losses and the cost of depopulation and disposal of the animals. USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack announced the Pandemic Livestock Indemnity Program (PLIP) in remarks at the recent National Pork Industry Conference. The announcement [...]
Did you know one in three pets will go missing at some point in their life? That's more than enough reason to microchip your canine or feline friend. A microchip is a tiny device inserted under your pet's skin. It is about the size of a grain of rice and can be scanned to tie [...]
Many Americans are reluctant to get a vaccine of any kind for a variety of reasons - religious conviction, communal, generational or political distrust of vaccine efficacy and purpose. The Atlantic magazine recently noted people living in rural areas "tend to be politically conservative and are among the most fervently opposed to inoculation." That may be an [...]
According to statistics released February 25, 2021 by MarketWatch (compiled from data distributed by Comtex News Netword), the U.S. pet industry elevated its sales in 2020 to $99 billion from $95 billion in 2019 - and way up from 2018 when sales totaled $72 billion. This is no surprise for those of us in the pet health [...]
The great thing about having your own backyard flock of chickens is knowing how they are raised, what they are eating, and what goes into the eggs they produce. The average egg in the grocery store can be up to 8 weeks old by the time a consumer buys it. Farm fresh eggs are processed [...]
It remains to be seen whether Americans will be social distancing at their Thanksgiving gatherings, keeping masks on and silencing festive sing-alongs inside their homes, as some states have suggested or mandated. But one thing is clear. They will be paying a little less this year for the average traditional holiday meal. The American Farm [...]
Almost everyone knows dogs and chocolate don't mix, but did you know it's toxic to cats as well? What happens when your pet eats chocolate, and how bad is it? It actually depends on what kind of chocolate and how much was consumed. Despite being a delicious, sweet treat for humans, it can be very hazardous for [...]
Not only did the Durvet Warehouse get a makeover, but the office did too! We are very excited to share our re-vamped office space with everyone. Take a look around the new and improved Durvet Office! A portion of the warehouse was closed off to make way for a new wing of offices and cubicles. [...]
Exciting changes and updates are happening at Durvet, and we couldn't be more excited to show everyone! Our warehouse has not only risen in efficiency, but has also undergone exciting updates. Take a look around the new and improved Durvet warehouse! Highlights (starting in March): Cartons shipped: 794,008 Pallets shipped: 8,417 (Equal to 300 full [...]
With essential oils and diffusers rising in popularity, it has raised concerns about the risks to pets living in the home. Oils are extracted from plants and have a powerful fragrance. They can be used for cleaning, relaxation, health and other reasons. An easy way to release these oils into your home is using an [...]
