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Canine canines the focus of Dog Bite Prevention Week
National Dog Bite Prevention Week will be observed May 21-27.
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Canine leishmaniasis confirmed in 21 states
Canine leishmaniasis confirmed in 21 states Cases of visceral canine leishmaniasis
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Canine respiratory coronavirus, parvovirus FAQs posted
The AVMA has posted online answers to frequently asked questions about two emerging viruses—canine respiratory coronavirus and
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Questions remain as canine respiratory disease cases fall
The outbreak of atypical canine infectious respiratory infectious disease complex (aCIRDC) that grabbed the nation’s attention late last year appears…
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Updated guidance on canine leptospirosis reflects better understanding of disease
The latest consensus statement on leptospirosis in dogs from the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine features the latest understanding…
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Influenza continues to affect dogs
posted August 15, 2008 An outbreak of canine influenza in dogs in a Chicago…
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Health studies of Sept. 11 dogs ongoing
The American Kennel Club Canine Health Foundation and AKC Companion Animal Recovery continue their support of studies to
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Heartworm survey responses encouraged
The American Heartworm Society is conducting a heartworm incidence survey to record canine heartworm disease cases
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Semen importation regulations changed
TAKE NOTICE Semen importation regulations changed The USDA-APHIS recently decided that canine semen from…
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New listings in AVMA Veterinary Clinical Trials Registry – March 2024
More than a dozen veterinary clinical studies have been added to the AVMA Veterinary Clinical Trials Registry, formerly the AVMA Animal Health Studies…
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New institute supports genome mapping studies
In August, Ralston Purina Company announced the establishment of the Purina Pet Institute in St Louis.
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Influenza research studies make progress
Dr. Cynda Crawford, a veterinary immunologist at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine, has identified
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Hunters hounded as leishmaniasis is diagnosed in Foxhounds
Foxhounds, with a long tradition as hunting dogs, have recently become the hounded ones.
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Vaccine hesitancy gives some US dog, cat owners cold feet
The connection between attitudes toward human and pet vaccines and how those of some people are changing is forcing veterinary professionals to more…
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Research on aging a natural fit for One Health approach
With today’s technological advancements, researchers are calling for a concerted effort to gather big data on aging dogs to benefit not only…
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Green light for Spotlight
The AVMA has been dedicated to reducing the number of dog bite incidents through public awareness and education.
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Animal semen import rules proposed
The USDA-APHIS is inviting comments until March on a proposed regulation concerning the importation of animal semen
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Pet dental care to be highlighted in February
During February - National Pet Dental Health Month, veterinarians are encouraged to make an extra effort to educate their clients and community
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Revised state law goes after puppy mills
Over the years, Pennsylvania has picked up another nickname besides the Keystone State—The Puppy Mill Capital of the East.
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ProHeart 6 returns to U.S. market on limited basis
The Food and Drug Administration announced June 5 the limited reintroduction of ProHeart 6 to the U.S. veterinary market.
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Sit up, roll over, and heal
Spinal cord injuries, torn ligaments, and bone fractures are not
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Federal law could increase scrutiny at dog breeding facilities
Lawmakers are trying to close a loophole that exempts some large-scale dog breeders from federal scrutiny when the breeders sell directly to the…