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Feb 12 2026 | Anne Bailey Kim

What Really Happens When New Cats Join Multi-Cat Households

A Danish survey uncovers how guardians introduce new cats to established household cats, the behaviors cats show in the first month, and how age shapes the success of early cohabitation. READ MORE

Dec 18 2025 | Anne Bailey Kim

Miles From Help: The Hidden Crisis Of Veterinary Care Deserts

Researchers explore the concept of “veterinary care deserts,” identifying the key factors that prevent many guardians from accessing the medical services their companion animals need. READ MORE

Aug 14 2025 | Anne Bailey Kim

No Longer Livestock: The Changing Face Of Rescued Large Animal Medicine

As public attitudes shift and recognition of animal sentience deepens, veterinarians increasingly face ethical dilemmas. Providing care for a beloved 800-pound pig poses vastly different challenges than treating a family dog — but to their guardians, there’s often no difference. READ MORE

Jul 16 2025 | Anne Bailey Kim

You Win Some, You Lose Many: Conservation Bias Fails The Most Vulnerable

Large, charismatic mammals receive the bulk of attention and funding despite numerous other species facing a much greater risk of extinction. READ MORE

Jan 2 2025 | Anne Bailey Kim

It Takes A Village To Reduce Meat Consumption

Can community-level engagement in Meatless Monday help people eat less meat in the long run? READ MORE

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