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AVMA endorses guidance for vets suspecting animal abuse
The AVMA has endorsed a document created jointly by the AVMA Committee on the Human-Animal Bond and the American Humane Association for veterinarians…
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School debt, animal research among legislative concerns
The AVMA will support a bill that would allow individuals who accepted student loans from private banks to discharge those debts through bankruptcy.
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Board acts on welfare-related proposals
The Executive Board approved two recommendations from the Animal Welfare Committee relating to racehorses and the
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Midyear report summarizes state legislation
2008 already has been another busy year for state legislation relevant to veterinary and animal issues.
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New AVMA president sees more proactive Association
The AVMA is becoming more proactive about addressing veterinary and animal needs, according to Dr. James O. Cook, the 2008-2009
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New veal calf housing policy encourages greater freedom of movement
At its regular July 19 session in New Orleans, the AVMA House of Delegates passed by a large majority Resolution 16, which states the the AVMA…
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AVMA opposes cosmetic ear cropping, tail docking of dogs
The AVMA opposes ear cropping and tail docking of dogs when performed for cosmetic reasons and calls on breed organizations to remove mention of the…
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Groups working to identify best euthanasia, slaughter methods
The AVMA will lead a meeting looking to examine euthanasia practices across animal species and harmonize international guidance.
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Task force presents revised model practice act
A task force has presented a revised version of the AVMA Model Veterinary Practice Act, although the definition of the veterinarian-patient-client…
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AVMA provides updates on state legislation
States passed legislation last year regarding the debarking of dogs, pregnancy checks in cows, physical therapists working on animals, and many other…
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Policy addresses use of elephant guides, tethers
A new AVMA policy describes the appropriate use of guides and tethers as training and management tools for elephants—and condemns
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Bonjour, AVMA delegates!
"Dr. Bourgelat" graced the HOD session to kick-start the U.S. veterinary profession's celebration of 2011 as World Veterinary Year in honor of the…
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AVMA president-elect candidates make their case
On July 15, the AVMA House of Delegates will choose between Dr. Douglas G. Aspros of Pound Ridge, N.Y., and Dr. Gary S. Brown of Princeton, W.Va., as…
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Drug-related policies adopted, liaisons ended
The AVMA has adopted policies concerning new animal drugs and the sharing of isolates of emerging disease agents.
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Board appoints representatives to committees, liaison
The AVMA Executive Board, meeting July 13 in St. Louis, named the following individuals to the entities indicated, representing the
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Board greenlights plans for future leaders program, collaboration with FDA on drug policies
The AVMA Executive Board navigated a sizeable agenda during its Nov. 18-20, 2010, meeting at Association headquarters.
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Rawson elected to AVMA Executive Board
Dr. Chester L. "Chet" Rawson of Markesan, Wis., has been elected to represent AVMA members living in Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin on the AVMA…
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New version of policy opposes conventional steel-jawed leghold traps
The AVMA opposes use of conventional steel-jawed leghold traps but recognizes some necessary applications for those of more modern design, according…
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AVMA joins WSAVA
The WSAVA more than doubled the veterinarians it represents after voting to accept applications for organizational membership from the AVMA, Western…
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House of Delegates acts on resolutions
The House of Delegates took action July 19 in New Orleans on 11 other resolutions.
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Outgoing AVMA officers reflect on experiences
President Hammer, Vice President Hendrix talk about their time in office
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Stem cell policy receives updates
The Executive Board approved revisions to the AVMA policy on stem cells that reflect the changing face of stem cell research and stem cell–based…
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Projects, policies approved
The Executive Board kept its sights on the AVMA's fiscal state while moving forward with several projects during its June 5-6 meeting, chaired by Dr.…
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AVMA delegates say yes to dues increase, no to open voting
Nearly 450 people gathered for the AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference and regular winter session of the House of Delegates, held Jan. 6 -9 in…
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Reconciling scope-of-practice disputes
State veterinary boards, laypersons work together on legislation