Breaking
National Dog Bite Prevention Week coming up in April
In Memory – March 30, 2023
CDC issues warning about spread of cat-transmitted sporotrichosis
American Association of Swine Veterinarians – March 4-7, 2023
Anti-doping program goes in effect for horse racing
Theft, vandalism, and break-ins: How veterinary clinics can protect against security breaches
Veterinarian-jockey breaks the mold on and off the racetrack
New listings in AVMA Animal Health Studies Database – March 2023
Tennessee VMA – Feb. 10-12, 2023
For most practices, demand returns to pre-pandemic levels
New law clarifies alternatives to animal testing for safety, efficacy of drugs
More AVMA News
National Dog Bite Prevention Week coming up in April
New Arkansas vet tech legislation poses risks to veterinary patients, clients, and practices
Auxiliary celebrates National Pet Week 2023
AVMA partners with psychiatric professionals to promote human-animal bond
CVTEA proposes changes to accreditation manual
New listings in AVMA Animal Health Studies Database – February 2023
Casey, Weisman elected to AVMA Board of Directors
New listings in AVMA Animal Health Studies Database – January 2023
AVMA offers resources for Pet Dental Health Month 2023
Turn to AVMA and others for resources to improve workplace culture
Idea of midlevel practitioner rejected in favor of better support, engagement of credentialed veterinary technicians
Practice
CDC issues warning about spread of cat-transmitted sporotrichosis
Studies analyze factors, outcomes associated with cranial cruciate ligament rupture, surgery
NAVTA, Virox launch certificate program in infection prevention
Remaining medically important antimicrobials transitioning to prescription status
Pet behavior lessons learned during the pandemic
Study uses dog breed, weight, and sex to determine age for early detection of cancer
A veterinarian’s role in pet after-death care
VMX 2023 draws a crowd for 40th anniversary
Health screening test rolled out for brachycephalic dog breeds
Shelter veterinarians update care guidelines
Hill’s unveils therapeutic diet for pets with cancer
Community
In Memory – March 30, 2023
American Association of Swine Veterinarians – March 4-7, 2023
Veterinarian-jockey breaks the mold on and off the racetrack
Tennessee VMA – Feb. 10-12, 2023
WVC features AVMA sessions, research results
In Memory – March 16, 2023
Ohio VMA – Feb. 16-18, 2023
Cultivating research on cancer in dogs, from clinical trials down to the molecular level
Indiana VMA – Feb. 2-4, 2023
Minnesota VMA – Feb. 2-4, 2023
NIH program in canine comparative oncology marks 20 years of progress
In Memory – March 2, 2023
Issues
Anti-doping program goes in effect for horse racing
Theft, vandalism, and break-ins: How veterinary clinics can protect against security breaches
New Arkansas vet tech legislation poses risks to veterinary patients, clients, and practices
Spill of hazardous materials poses low risk to animals, say Ohio state officials
Unregulated horse racing continues to pose risks
World Veterinary Day 2023 promotes diversity, equity, inclusion
It’s never too early to plan for closing your practice
Veterinary technicians being paid more but still face concerns about wages, burnout, debt
Report: Animal health industry experiencing highly competitive labor market
Multiple vaccine candidates in the works for African swine fever
LMU introduces equine education program to increase number of veterinarians working with horses
Government
New Arkansas vet tech legislation poses risks to veterinary patients, clients, and practices
FDA concludes first premarket consultation for meat cultured from animal cells
Applications now open for federal Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program
Unlawful xylazine receives more scrutiny to prevent inclusion in illegal drugs
FDA: Congress, not rule-making, likely route for CBD availability
FDA approves generic drugs for use in cats, dogs, horses, ferrets
FDA issues guidance on preventing drug carryover during manufacturing of animal food
USDA proposed rulemaking to strengthen regulations for handling wild, exotic animals
Federal grant program accepting applications
Until more science is available, FDA will end public updates on potential link between certain diets and canine dilated cardiomyopathy
USDA proposes requiring electronic identification for certain cattle, bison
Events
Addressing causes of burnout in veterinary medicine
AVMA House of Delegates approves eight resolutions
AVMF aid is source of hope for embattled Ukrainian veterinarians
Updates from the AVMA feature resource to combat cyberbullying
Keynote speakers discover leadership lessons in small moments
Showing compassion benefits practitioner, client alike
Turn to data when the decisions get tough
Economist gives big-picture view of economy, veterinary profession
Addressing burnout, building belonging in the workplace
Pet ownership rate stabilizes as spending increases
Study explores secrets of highly efficient veterinary practices
AVMA News archive
Most-read stories
New Arkansas vet tech legislation poses risks to veterinary patients, clients, and practices
When death comes suddenly to a pet
Studies analyze factors, outcomes associated with cranial cruciate ligament rupture, surgery
Until more science is available, FDA will end public updates on potential link between certain diets and canine dilated cardiomyopathy
Specialists issue consensus statement on abdominal ultrasound in dogs, cats
New from the AVMA@Work blog
Recalls and alerts
Alert: Multiple Covidien nonabsorbable suture products
Alert: Kaytee Wild Bird Food Birders' Blend, 8 lb bag
Alert: Various BD insulin syringes
Alert: Multiple brands of omega-3 supplements for cats and dogs
Alert: (Expanded) Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets EL Elemental (PPVD EL) prescription dry dog food
AVMA Journal spotlight
Photo gallery
Press releases
AVMA President to testify before Congress
AVMA helps reignite congressional push to strengthen dog importation standards
AVMA: “Doggie breath” could be a sign of serious disease
AVMA creates new cyberbullying resources for veterinarians with educational grant from Banfield Pet Hospital
Study: Kibble costs less than comparable canned or home-cooked diets to treat dogs with chronic GI issues
