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Equine dentistry could become international veterinary specialty
An international effort is under way to make equine dentistry a recognized specialty in North America and Europe and establish an equine dentistry…
How is COE different from, or similar to, the accrediting body for dentistry?
How does the structure, function and autonomy of the Council on Education, which accredits veterinary colleges, differ from the accrediting body for…
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True Prophylaxis
Many cat and dog owners have been embracing preventive dental care for their pets in recent years, including home care
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Rate decreases for liability insurance premiums planned for 2012
Some veterinarians could save hundreds of dollars on their professional liability insurance premiums next year.
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Reconciling scope-of-practice disputes
State veterinary boards, laypersons work together on legislation
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Lay equine dentists now regulated in Texas
After several years of debate about who can perform dental work on Texas horses (see JAVMA, March 15, 2011, page 673), a resolution
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Charts list animal care provider requirements
The AVMA has prepared charts to provide examples of educational and other requirements for veterinarians in comparison with requirements for…
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AVMA offers brochure on pet dental care
The AVMA has developed a brochure to educate pet owners about pet dental care.
How is COE different from, or similar to, the accrediting body for human medicine (LCME)?
There are similarities and differences between the Council on Education and the LCME, the accrediting body for human medicine.
Pet dental health toolkit
Do your clients know how important dental care is to their pet's health? Use these tools to educate and encourage them to schedule the exams,…
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February is pet dental health month
National Pet Dental Health Month is this February, while the accompanying "Pets Need Dental Care, Too" campaign lasts all year long.
Pet dental care
Dental health is an important part of a pet's overall health. A pet's teeth and gums should be checked at least once a year by a veterinarian.
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Veterinary technicians now have 12 specialties
The Academy of Dermatology Veterinary Technicians is the latest specialty academy to be recognized by the National Association of Veterinary…
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Trust me, I’m a doctor now
Veterinary surgeons in the United Kingdom have been given permission to use the courtesy title “Dr.” following a decision made by the Royal College of…
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Idaho VMA, Idaho Humane Society sign accord
The Idaho Humane Society will begin limiting many of its veterinary services for the general public to only lower-income pet owners
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New TV series follows budding veterinarians
Nat Geo WILD premiered a reality television show following veterinary students as they learn the ins and outs of the profession.
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Western deepens commitment as continuing education provider
Even with the launch of programs that offer year-round CE opportunities, including the Speaker Enhancement Program, Veterinary Technician Symposium,…
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Dental scaling now a veterinary procedure in California
Next year, everyone but licensed veterinary professionals will be forbidden from using dental scalers to clean pets' teeth in California
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AVMA determining scope of improper practice
When Illinois' veterinary practice act was opened in 2010, the Illinois State VMA hoped legislators would address problems with nonveterinarians who…
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1935 - 1945
Information on food-producing animals was a mainstay of JAVMA during this decade.
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Teller, Bishop elected to AVMA Board of Directors
This July, Drs. Lori M. Teller and George W. Bishop will begin their terms as representatives from districts VIII and X on the AVMA Board of Directors