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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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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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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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Morris funds research on canine influenza, other animal health issues
Morris Animal Foundation will fund research on canine influenza and many other animal health issues in 2010, with support for
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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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AVMA Answers
Why did the AVMA collaborate with Heifer International to raise $1 million for victims of the 2004 tsunami?
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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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Bayer wins legal actions against sales policy violators
Bayer HealthCare LLC's Animal Health Division recently won two battles against unauthorized sellers of its Advantage (imidacloprid) topical solution. …
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Racehorse owners bring suit against Wedgewood pharmacy
A group of Thoroughbred racehorse owners recently brought a suit against Wedgewood Village Pharmacy Inc., of Swedesboro, N.J., seeking compensation
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Study finds pet owners who smoke will try to quit for animals' health
About 28 percent of pet owners who smoke would try to quit if they knew that secondhand smoke endangered their pets
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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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Position on free-roaming abandoned and feral cats revised
The AVMA has adopted a revised position addressing the controversy surrounding free-roaming abandoned and feral cats.
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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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AAEP Foundation identifies equine research needs
The musculoskeletal system, laminitis, and horse-side laboratory tests are areas where equine veterinarians want to see more
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The search is on
Nominations are invited for the 2010 veterinary achievement awards offered by the AVMA and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation
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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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Incentive created for veterinarians switching to research
A new fellowship program partners nonprofits, industry, and academia to provide veterinarians a way to pursue a career in research.
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Morris Animal Foundation calls for pilot-study proposals
Morris Animal Foundation now reviews proposals for pilot studies more than once a year to provide timely funding for innovative research
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ACVIM issues blood donor screening statement
The American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine published a consensus statement to help veterinarians prevent the transfer of
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Thank you to the 2009 AVMA Annual Convention sponsors
2009 AVMA Annual Convention sponsors