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AVMA deliberates on breed standards, devocalization
A resolution submitted to the House of Delegates calls for the AVMA to help develop healthier breed standards for purebred dogs and cats; another…
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Auburn gets $24M for research on detection dogs
The Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine will receive $24 million in federal money to study ways to improve the availability and…
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VIN Foundation launches Student Debt Center
The VIN Foundation announced Feb. 7 the launch of its Student Debt Center, a resource for all things related to educational debt, in particular,…
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AVMF scholarship winners announced
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation announced Aug. 5 during its board of directors meeting in San Diego
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AVMF adds to its charitable programs
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation launched a new fund during the AVMA Annual Convention
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American Association of Feline Practitioners
Annual conference, Oct. 31-Nov. 3, San Francisco
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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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LSU veterinary school gifted $10.1M to fund five programs
Louisiana State University School of Veterinary Medicine has received the largest gift in its history with a $10.1 million combined estate commitment…
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In Short
A vaccine used to prevent dogs from contracting leishmaniasis, a deadly parasitic disease, also can be used to treat infected dogs.
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Veterinary students share research at scholars symposium
Budding veterinary scientists from around the world showcased their work during the annual National Veterinary Scholars Symposium this summer, hosted…
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Trust has a novel take on scholarships
New England fund exists to help local veterinary students posted December 1, 2005 The Veterinary Scholarship Trust of New England has taken a…
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Grants, student awards handed out by AVMF, partners
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation and the Veterinary Pharmacology Research Foundation announced the two recipients of pharmacology research…
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Canadian veterinary colleges teach access to care
Students at Ontario Veterinary College and Atlantic Veterinary College will graduate with a better understanding of how to remove barriers to access…
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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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In Short - Feb. 15, 2022
Highly pathogenic avian influenza has been found in Canada and the U.S., a resource offers advice on global veterinary careers, a meeting report from…
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Donors increase aid to Tuskegee students
Dr. Ruby L. Perry, dean of Tuskegee University College of Veterinary Medicine, said donations increased substantially in 2021 as industry partners…
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Veterinary staff, student face COVID-19
As the U.S. enters its third month feeling the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, the veterinary profession, too, continues to adjust to how it…
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New law provides for service dogs for veterans with PTSD
Some research indicates that overall symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder are less intense among war veterans with service dogs. The recent…
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No evidence pets can become ill with COVID-19 virus as it surges in US
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention officials see no evidence that the coronavirus that causes COVID-19 in people sickens pets or can spread to…
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SAVMA supports competencies study
Veterinary students gathered this past March for the annual Student AVMA Educational Symposium, held at Louisiana State University.
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Asian American, Pacific Islander community discusses racism during pandemic
An increase in hate crimes related to COVID-19 has made an impact on Asian American and Pacific Islander veterinarians and veterinary students.
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Summit paints mixed economic picture for practitioners
There’s good news: Revenues are growing at many veterinary practices.There's mixed news: The AVMA Veterinary Career Center now has more jobs than…
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Agile responses to member needs a priority for AVMA Board chair
Dr. Lori Teller, elected to a one-year term as chair of the AVMA Board of Directors last July, talks about navigating as a leader during a tumultuous…