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US suspends dog importation from 100-plus countries
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suspended, for at last one year, importation of dogs from 113 countries in an effort to prevent…
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When should we neuter dogs?
Recent research linking canine gonadectomy to certain cancers and joint disease has veterinarians looking for clarity about a procedure commonly…
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Dog importation bill would better protect animals and people
AVMA worked with lawmakers to get the Healthy Dog Importation Act reintroduced in Congress. The legislation would reduce the spread of dangerous…
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Bill would increase health screening for dog importation
Citing data from the CDC, an AVMA announcement indicates less than 1% of the million-plus dogs entering the U.S. each year are inspected for rabies,…
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AVMA presents research awards for 2021
Four veterinarians were recognized with 2021 AVMA Excellence Awards for contributions to research. The awards were presented during the National…
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Military to track combat injuries in working dogs
A military spending bill passed by Congress at the start of the new year includes provisions that will improve the health and welfare of military…
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AVMA Animal Health Studies Database reaches 5 years, 500 listings
This June, the AVMA Animal Health Studies Database is marking the fifth anniversary of its launch. The AAHSD also recently surpassed 500 listings of…
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CDC eases entry requirements for dogs vaccinated in United States
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention removed permit requirements for dogs returning to the U.S., effective Dec. 1, provided those dogs were…
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CDC temporarily suspends dog import from nations at high rabies risk
The announcement is an effort to ensure the health and safety of dogs imported into the U.S. and to protect public health. The temporary suspension…
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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…