An illustration of several dingoes, from the 1863 book “The Mammals of Australia.” A recent paper suggested that the wild dogs may have been trusted companions of the First Australians.
Though still rare, social workers in animal hospitals are growing in their ranks.
Claire Johnson, a veterinary social worker, left, comforted Zorro, a 16-year-old cockapoo, as he was prepared for euthanasia at MedVet, a 24-hour pet care facility in Chicago.
People have grown more attached to their pets — and more willing to spend money on them — turning animal medicine into a high-tech industry worth billions.
Heather Massey of Carlton, Ga., with her dog, Lunabear. She is still paying off a bill for scans and care six years after her previous dog, Ladybird, was diagnosed with brain cancer.
Dr. Hans Klingemann is the chief science officer at ImmunityBio, which develops immunotherapy drugs for people. He also explores whether the treatments might someday prolong dogs’ lives.
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