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Avoiding the slippery slope of unethical behavior
The American Association of Equine Practitioners addressed the topic of ethics head-on at its annual convention this past December in Orlando, FL.
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Feline development, from kitten kindergarten onward
Cats do a lot of great stuff but also not great stuff, which is confusing and frustrating for owners. Therefore, veterinarians need to help owners…
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Ethics on veterinary organizations’ agendas
The American Association of Equine Practitioners has clearly made ethics education a priority this year.
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Study suggests pets grieve
Owners reported dogs and cats in homes where a pet had recently died demanded more attention from owners and sought out the deceased pet’s favorite…
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Project intended to improve working dog breeding
Half of dogs that enter training to serve people with disabilities become service dogs.
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Inherited disorders in responsible breeding of companion animals
The AVMA encourages careful consideration of the health and welfare implications of breed standards, breeding decisions, and the responsibilities…
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Animal handling, through an animal's eyes
"It's only recently that we've started thinking of animal handling from the animal's perspective," said Dr. Kersti Seksel, an Australian veterinary…
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Winn calls for research proposals in feline shelter medicine
Winn Feline Foundation, in collaboration with PetSmart Charities, has announced a special request for research proposals in feline shelter medicine.
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Dogs in overdrive
The thunderstorms, outdoor festivities, and Fourth of July fireworks of spring and summer can spell misery for dogs with noise aversion and their…
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Creating cat-friendly practices, homes, and shelters
The American Association of Feline Practitioners is trying to make the world a friendlier and healthier place for cats.
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Study describes pet cat personality
Researchers in South Australia and New Zealand believe there are five distinct personality types among domestic cats.
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AAFP takes strong position against declawing, offers resources
The American Association of Feline Practitioners announced Sept. 6 that it has revised its 2015 position statement on declawing to strongly oppose…
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The dangerous dog debate
Communities have been banning or strictly regulating pit bull-type dogs and other “dangerous” breeds for the past three decades.
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Winn Feline Foundation calls for grant proposals
The Winn Feline Foundation is calling for grant proposals for feline health studies, including for the New Feline Investigator Grant Award and the…
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Disease-associated gene variants widespread across dog breeds
Genetic panel testing has found that mutations or markers associated with disorders in certain dog breeds also occur in other breeds
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American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
Annual meeting, Oct. 26-29, 2016, Monterey, California
QPR suicide prevention training
Free for all veterinary professionals: Learn how to recognize signs that someone may be suicidal, start a dialogue, and guide them to professional…
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Delegates discuss ethics of vendor incentive programs
The Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics of the AVMA adequately cover transparency in acceptance of sponsorships, rebates, equipment, and free…
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Unlocking the genetic secrets of your dog
Want to know what mix of breeds your dog is? Want to know which hereditary disorders your mixed-breed or purebred dog is at risk for or
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Health and safety policies for therapy animal visits vary widely
A survey of U.S. hospitals, elder care facilities, and therapy animal organizations revealed their health and safety policies for therapy animal…
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FDA warns of accidental overdose risk with Sileo
The Food and Drug Administration on May 23 alerted dog owners and veterinarians about the risk of accidental overdose of dogs treated with the drug…
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Veterinary technicians add rehabilitation specialty
The organizing committee for the Academy of Physical Rehabilitation Veterinary Technicians announced that the National Association of Veterinary…
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Winn Feline Foundation awards grants, requests proposals
The Winn Feline Foundation announced in April that it had awarded $214,017 for feline health studies.