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Change in topic for 2003 Animal Welfare Forum
The annual AVMA Animal Welfare Forum provides an opportunity for open discussion of current animal welfare issues among veterinarians
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Animal welfare positions on cattle branding, veal calf welfare refined
The Executive Board approved a revised version of the position statement on "Branding of Mexican Cattle
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Veterinary leaders support science-based OIE animal welfare policies
International veterinary leaders have sent letters to the Office International des Epizooties expressing their support for a science-based approach
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AVMA president calls for veterinarians to be more visibly engaged in ensuring welfare of entertainment animals
Veterinarians are key to ensuring animal health and well-being
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Research study, animal welfare positions among recommendations decided by Executive Board
The AVMA Executive Board transacted an agenda comprising more than 150 line items at its May 1-4 meeting at AVMA headquarters
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Straw, hay required for pigs under new UK welfare regulations
New animal welfare regulations adopted in the United Kingdom require farmers to provide pigs with permanent access
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Needs of animals in Iraq being assessed
The World Society for the Protection of Animals is raising funds to provide veterinary supplies to aid the animals of Iraq.
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Food industry groups adopt welfare standards for chickens
The report describes their review of guidelines submitted by the National Chicken Council that address the welfare of chickens
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Promoting the benefits of animal research for animals
The AVMA will participate in the Foundation for Biomedical Research's Survivors campaign.
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Activists seek personhood for animals
Posted on September 1, 2003 Biomedical researcher traces history of animal rights movement People for the Ethical Treatment of animals, along…
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MUMS introduced; AVMA asks members to support bills promoting animal health
The AVMA is urging support for federal legislation that promotes animal welfare. The Minor Use and Minor Species Animal Health Act
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Lawmakers tackle animal hoarding
Lawmakers tackle animal hoarding States look to new laws to address animal hoarders When more than 562…
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'Animals helping people; people helping animals' Delta Society to explore influence of animals on human health
Delta Society to explore influence of animals on human health
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Survivors campaign promotes animal research to aid animals
Posted on November 15, 2003 Veterinarians and veterinary organizations urged to join campaign When a valve defect caused the heart of Bowie, a …
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Nominations sought for laboratory animal research award
Nominations for the American Society of Laboratory Animal Practitioners Research Award are requested.
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AVMA seeks nominations for 2004 awards
Awards recognize contributions to veterinary organizations, animal welfare, research, and public health
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Monitoring antimicrobial susceptibility of animal pathogens
For the past two years, researchers have been collecting bacterial isolates from animal species in various states.
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NAS reports on potential risks of animal biotechnology
Posted on January 15, 2003 Potential environmental impact and threats to human health top list of concerns A report from the National Academy…
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Despite high demand, laboratory animal veterinarians in short supply
Posted on September 15, 2003 Economic survey shows upward trend in specialists' salaries The mean income for laboratory animal veterinarians…
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Pet Care Trust encourages expanded interest in companion animal species
The Pet Care Trust Foundation promotes public understanding regarding the value of and right to enjoy companion animals.
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AVMA explores assistance for latest Iraqi victims--animals in Baghdad Zoo
U.S. Army Veterinary Service personnel are currently serving in Iraq as protectors of human and animal health
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Domestic cat declawing, and swine castration and docking positions under review
The Executive Board referred proposals to change the AVMA position statements on domestic cat declawing, and swine castration
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Wildfires pack a wallop
When fires ravaged Southern California, veterinarians and individuals from animal welfare and animal control organizations stepped in
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Task force appointed to review pregnant sow housing data
The AVMA Executive Board approved a recommendation from the Animal Welfare Committee to form a Task Force on the Housing of Pregnant Sows