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New method yields a glimpse at canine genome
Researchers have produced a rough draft of the canine genome sequence
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Board approves letter to WVA opposing canine breed-specific initiatives
Executive Board coverage Board approves letter to WVA opposing canine breed-specific initiatives The…
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Canine vaccination guidelines intended for individualized treatment
The AAHA has developed guidelines to aid practitioners making decisions about appropriate vaccination recommendations
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AAHA study finds millions of pets aren't getting maximum health care
Millions of U.S. pets aren't receiving the best care and treatment available, according to a nationwide study by the AAHA evaluating pet owners'…
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White paper advises partnership to reverse veterinarian shortages
A white paper on meeting the critical needs for veterinarians in population health and public practice has been prepared for publication
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AVMF seeks nominations for AKC research, career awards
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation welcomes nominations for two American Kennel Club awards
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VMATs aid rescue efforts in New York City
Soon after the attack, the Federal Emergency Management Agency dispatched VMAT-1, one of four regionally based teams, to provide medical care
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AVMF accepting research award nominations
AVMF accepting research award nominations The American Veterinary Medical Foundation is accepting nominations…
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Timely public health issue subject of new client brochure
A client brochure on arboviral-encephalitic diseases has been reviewed and approved for production by the Executive Board.
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Dental surgery position statement approved
The AVMA has adopted a new position statement regarding dental surgery
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AVMA board chair accepts high honors at Tufts Animal Expo
Dr. Bonnie V. Beaver, chair of the 2001-2002 AVMA Executive Board, was presented with the 2001 Leo K. Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year…
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Breed discrimination bites homeowners
Many insurance companies are looking to cut costs by excluding owners of large breed dogs from homeowners insurance plans
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'A war zone'
'A war zone'Veterinarians, veterinary technicians assist during national tragedySept. 21When terrorists crashed
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Model dog and cat ordinance expanded
The Council on Public Health and Regulatory Veterinary Medicine recommended additions to the Model Dog and Cat Control Ordinance.
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Researchers hone in on leishmaniasis vaccine
Researchers hone in on leishmaniasis vaccine
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Monitoring antimicrobial susceptibility of animal pathogens
For the past two years, researchers have been collecting bacterial isolates from animal species in various states.
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New AAHA position statement opposes cosmetic ear cropping, tail docking
Recently, the American Animal Hospital Association announced that it has revised its position on ear cropping and tail docking
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AVMA seeks nominations for 2004 awards
Awards recognize contributions to veterinary organizations, animal welfare, research, and public health
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Pet dental health campaign 2002 continues strong
Since 1995, the AVMA, American Veterinary Dental Society, and Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc. have co-sponsored Pets Need Dental Care, Too campaign
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AVMA supports 'Survivors' campaign
The AVMA Executive Board approved sending a letter to the Foundation for Biomedical Research supporting its Survivors public education campaign
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Executive Board member singled out
Executive Board member singled out for the Distinguished Service Award.
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Wolf and wolf-dog crosses not eligible to be added to dog vaccine labels
A concern that including wolf and wolf-crosses in the definition of dog sends a misleading message
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Denver is named 2001's Pet Healthiest City in the U.S.
Denver is named 2001's "Pet Healthiest City in the U.S."
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AVMF to release $150,000 in research grants
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation has released requests for proposals for two research grants