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October 1, 2026

Merck Animal Health Highlights Landmark Clinical Research on Gilvetmab, the First Caninized Immune Checkpoint Inhibitor for Canine Oncology in the Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine and Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association

Merck Animal Health, known as MSD Animal Health outside of the United States and Canada, a division of Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA (NYSE:MRK), today announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted a conditional approval for EXZOLT™ CATTLE-CA1 (fluralaner topical solution). This innovative product is in the newest class of parasiticides known as isoxazolines.

Merck Animal Health Showcases New Research Advancing Ruminant Health at World Buiatrics Congress

Merck Animal Health, known as MSD Animal Health outside of the United States and Canada, a division of Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA (NYSE:MRK), presented more than 50 new studies at the 33rd World Buiatrics Congress in Istanbul, Turkey. The company presented data spanning the continuum of ruminant health, from neonatal calf health and early calf development to respiratory health, infectious diseases, parasitology, herd management and monitoring technologies, including seven oral presentations, 51 poster presentations and a sponsored symposium on calf health.

European Commission Grants Marketing Authorization for NOBIVAC NXT HCPChFeLV from Merck Animal Health

S&P Global Animal Health awarded NUMELVI® Best Companion Animal Product and INNOVAX® ND-ILT-IBD Best Food Animal Product. This is the 8th consecutive year that Merck Animal Health earned an S&P Global Award and the first time a company has won the Best Product Companion Animal and Best Product Food Animal awards in the same year.

Study from Merck Animal Health Reveals Opportunity to Increase Feline Vaccination through Knowledge Sharing Between Veterinarians and Cat Owners

Merck Animal Health, known as MSD Animal Health outside of the United States and Canada, a division of Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA (NYSE:MRK), today announced the publication of results from a recent global survey of cat owners and veterinarians aimed at uncovering key drivers, barriers and unmet needs affecting feline vaccination compliance.

Study Reveals Dog Owners and Veterinarians See Challenges in Treating Allergic Skin Disease, Highlighting a Need for a Targeted Rapid Onset Treatment for Dogs of All Ages

Merck Animal Health to Acquire TARGAN

Merck Animal Health, known as MSD Animal Health outside of the United States and Canada, a division of Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, N.J., USA (NYSE:MRK), today announced a comprehensive scientific review of dairy cattle parasites has revealed that “hidden” infections are costing the global cattle industry billions of dollars every year.

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Next-Gen Calf Care: SenseHub® Dairy Youngstock Now Available for Bucket-Fed Calves

Following rigorous internal validation and successful commercial farm trials, Merck Animal Health has expanded the capabilities of its SenseHub® Dairy Youngstock monitoring solution to now include monitoring of bucket-fed calves.

Thirty years of the Afya Program: The science and innovation driving global rabies elimination

As we celebrate 30 years of the Afya Program, Merck Animal Health remains committed to using scientific innovation and community partnerships to ensure that life-saving access reaches the communities that need it most.

Building the Next Generation of Veterinary Business Leaders

For veterinary students, developing clinical expertise is only part of the journey. Many graduates will also be called upon to lead teams, navigate financial decisions and help shape the future of veterinary practice. To help prepare students for those responsibilities, Merck Animal Health created the VetSim Student Business Challenge, an immersive learning experience designed to strengthen business acumen, financial literacy and leadership skills before students enter professional practice. Developed in collaboration with the Veterinary Business Management Association (VBMA), the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and Advantexe Learning Solutions, the program provides students with a realistic environment to experience the challenges of managing and growing a veterinary practice. The initiative builds on findings from the Merck Animal Health Veterinary Wellbeing Studies, which highlight the impact that financial stress and business-related challenges can have on veterinary professionals. By helping students develop confidence in business management and financial decision-making before entering practice, VetSim […]

Why Horse Owners Need to Rethink Bug Season in 2026

From mosquitoes to ticks to screwworm, new forces are reshaping equine health this summer. 2026 marks a turning point.

Impact of animal health innovation

Animal health rarely makes national headlines, unless a disease outbreak compels it into the spotlight. When our agricultural and veterinary systems work as they should, they’re easily taken for granted.