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Canine influenza virus surfaces
An emerging canine respiratory tract disease, known as canine influenza or canine flu, was found in dogs in shelters, boarding facilities, and…
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Mining the canine genome
The identification of canine genes is not only improving the health of dogs, but is also helping researchers identify genes
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AVMA updates backgrounder on canine influenza
Correction: The original version of this article inaccurately stated that canine influenza may become endemic in Lexington, Ky. posted…
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AVMA posts canine influenza interim guidelines
In response to the recent identification of canine influenza in dogs, the AVMA has released "Control of Canine
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USDA approves canine flu virus vaccine
The Department of Agriculture announced in June that it had issued a conditional license for the first canine influenza virus
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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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Bequest to boost canine, equine research at Penn
A $9.8 million gift to the University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary Medicine to support canine and equine research
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Canine influenza virus emerges in Florida
posted October 1, 2005 The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services posted an alert Sept. 20 on an emerging respiratory tract…
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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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AVMA: removing, reducing teeth as treatment for canine aggression inappropriate
The AVMA has adopted a position against removing or reducing healthy canine teeth as a means of treating aggression in dogs.
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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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American Kennel Club forms health and welfare panel
The American Kennel Club recently formed the AKC Canine Health and Welfare Advisory Panel, primarily to address issues of
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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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Programs assist pet owners facing tough times
Some pet owners are seeking temporary assistance to keep their companions through the economic downturn, and veterinary practices can refer them to a…
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AKC launches resource network for veterinarians
The American Kennel Club's Veterinary Outreach Program has launched the AKC Veterinary Network to offer resources
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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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Client guide explains how to reduce health risks of dogs socializing
The AVMA has released a reference guide to educate dog owners about the health risks of dogs socializing.
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Pet rehab becoming mainstream practice
With animal rehabilitation services becoming increasingly commonplace, more and more clients are recognizing that physical therapy is not just for…
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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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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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Program prompts veterinarians, clients to address pet obesity
The AVMA and Hill's Pet Nutrition partnered last year in creating the program to encourage veterinarians and pet owners to improve pets'
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AVMA: Mandatory spay/neuter a bad idea
The Animal Welfare Committee recommended the changes to the policy, which reads, in part, as follows: "The AVMA does not support regulations or…
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Speakers explore the ups and downs of pet keeping
People have kept pets for millennia, but that long history doesn't mean owners always know how to handle behavior problems in their cats and dogs.
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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