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Your pet's bad breath is no laughing matter
Most people brush their teeth every day, but far fewer of us remember to do the same for our pets. This February, during Pet Dental Health Month, the AVMA is reminding pet owners that bad breath can be a sign of serious health problems. [more]
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AVMA, AAVMC and vet schools pledge cooperation to address the future of veterinary medicine
The AVMA today announced a partnership with veterinary school leaders to address the future of the profession and the continued emphasis on high standards for veterinary medical education. [more]
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AVMA condemns act of domestic terrorism at California cattle ranch
Following news that an animal rights group has claimed responsibility for arson at a California cattle ranch, the AVMA condemned this terrorist act that put animals and people in harm's way. [more]
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Veterinary groups call on Congress to support Internet sales tax fairness
The AVMA and 26 state veterinary medical associations have joined hundreds of businesses and trade associations today in calling on Congress to support legislation that would protect small businesses while supporting Internet sales tax fairness. [more]
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New research reveals that changes in everyday practice can positively impact declining pet healthcare visits
During the "Enhancing Preventive Pet Healthcare in Everyday Practice" press conference today at the North American Veterinary Conference (NAVC), the Partnership for Preventive Pet HealthcareTM presented data from a 2011 on-line survey of veterinary professionals. [more]
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AVMA responds to federal order limiting use of antibiotics in food animals
The AVMA announced today that the FDA's order prohibiting certain uses of cephalosporins in food animals appears consistent with the current AVMA position on the limited prohibition on extra-label drug use, but warned against further restrictions not backed by science. [more]
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In letter to Ag secretary, AVMA reiterates risk of restricting antibiotic use in food animals
The president of the AVMA sent a letter today to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack reiterating the risk of limiting antibiotic use in food producing animals without careful consideration of the consequences for human and animal health. [more]
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"We Bought a Zoo" is a fun movie, but buying zoo animals can be a bad idea
The release of the movie "We Bought a Zoo" has prompted the AVMA to caution the public that buying zoo animals for private ownership is not only a dangerous idea, but it is often illegal as well. [more]
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AVMA announces the 2012 GRD externs
Today, the AVMA announced the 2012 candidates selected to participate in the Governmental Relations Division (GRD) Externship program which provides veterinary students with a four-week, hands-on introduction to public policy and advocating for the veterinary profession. [more]
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