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California allows cities to adopt dog breed-specific legislation
San Francisco recently adopted an ordinance requiring owners of pit bull-type dogs to spay or neuter the animals, shortly after California repealed a…
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Researchers publish dog genome
Scientists have completed sequencing the DNA of another animal—this time, man's best friend.
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AAFP speaker advocates a new view of cats
People should treat cats with the same respect as they treat dogs—especially to promote feline health.
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Use of antiviral drug in dogs sparks concern
Veterinarians' reported use of the antiviral drug Tamiflu to prevent canine influenza in dogs has recently caused concerns.
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Search-and-rescue dogs show no signs of cancer
Twelve search-and-rescue dogs involved in the recovery missions after the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks at the World Trade Center
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Research targets conditions of older cats and dogs
The medical conditions that afflict aging cats and dogs have been a focus of much research in recent years
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Advising clients about dog parks
Veterinarians should consider talking to their clients about dog parks, according to Dr. Melissa J. Bain, a lecturer
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AKC program stresses value of veterinary care
The American Kennel Club in August launched the Veterinary Network Certificate Program, which offers all puppies a complimentary first veterinary
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Morris Animal Foundation funds $4.3 million in animal health studies
Morris Animal Foundation has committed to funding $4.3 million in animal health studies in 2007, up from $4 million
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More itchy pets? No problem
More treatments available alongside increasing incidence or awareness of itchy dogs and cats
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Putting a price on Fido
Researchers use a method for calculating the worth of a human life to determine the dollar value of our canine companions.
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DOT proposes to let airlines limit service animals to trained dogs
Rules published in January by the Department of Transportation would define service animals as dogs trained to perform work or tasks for people with…
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Disease response funding, federal laboratory approvals, and heart disease screenings
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Man accused of selling fake cancer cures, preying on grieving dog owners
A drug researcher previously convicted of killing his wife is now accused of selling fraudulent treatments for canine cancer.
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Pain points
The new Feline Grimace Scale is one of various tools that have been developed in recent years for pain assessment in cats and dogs. The key is…
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New listings in AVMA Animal Health Studies Database
Below are some of the new listings of veterinary clinical studies in the AVMA Animal Health Studies Database.
Dogs' social lives and disease risks - Tips for canine and human safety
Whether it's the dog park, doggie day care, boarding, competitions or training classes, mingling dogs with varied or unknown health histories can…
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In Short
Aquarium cleaner death, anxiety in dogs, and more in the May 1 “In Short” section
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Bill aims to improve dog importation process
Legislation recently introduced by the three veterinarians in Congress would give new tools and authority to the federal government to monitor and…
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New listings in AVMA Animal Health Studies Database
Below are some of the new listings of veterinary clinical studies in the AVMA Animal Health Studies Database.