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Exotic DVM of the Year recognized
Exotic DVM Veterinary Magazine has named Dr. Stephen Hernandez-Divers (LON '94) its Exotic DVM of the Year.
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APHIS seeks input on quarantine rules for exotic Newcastle disease
The Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service proposes changing domestic quarantine regulations for
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New York state requires care instructions for small exotic pets
The state of New York now requires pet dealers and retailers to provide purchasers with written instructions on proper care for small animals.
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Maryland starts poultry registration program
The Maryland Department of Agriculture recently announced a mandatory Domestic Poultry and Exotic Bird premises registration
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Peddie leaves lasting assets
Dr. Peddie has influenced the AVMA's financial future through changes in investment policies and budgetary practices.
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UC-Davis cares for pets that outlive owners
Pets who outlive their owners can be adequately cared for through the Tender Loving Care program at the Veterinary Medical
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Zuelke steps in as head of government's animal disease center
Kurt A. Zuelke, PhD, took over as director of the Department of Agriculture's National Animal Disease Center in Ames, Iowa, June
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AVMA framing advice on keeping wild animals as pets
Keeping wild animals as pets is generally opposed by subject experts within the veterinary profession
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Public health policies updated, reaffirmed
The AVMA Executive Board approved several recommendations related to public health at its November meeting.
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Streptococcus suis in pigs causes meningitis in a human
Streptococcus suis bacteria in pigs have jumped to a human for the first time on record in the United States
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Report: Veterinary markets provide optimism, opportunities
A report from AVMA economists expresses “cautious optimism” about the market for veterinarians, reiterating findings reported during an October 2015…
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AAAP president sees chance to advocate, collaborate
Dr. Hector Cervantes thinks poultry veterinarians can help people learn about their food and offer assurances on safety and animal welfare.
U.S. veterinarian numbers 2014
Market research data: View U.S. Veterinary positions as of December 31, 2014.
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Scholarships awarded to veterinary technician students
The AKC/Hartz Veterinary Technician Scholarship Program was established to advance veterinary medicine by supporting veterinary technicians
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Veterinary technician scholarships presented
The American Kennel Club and The Hartz Mountain Corp., along with the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in
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American Board of Veterinary Practitioners
The American Board of Veterinary Practitioners welcomed 21 new diplomates and recognized three dual-certified diplomates following the board
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USDA releases 2005 Animal Health Report
The Department of Agriculture has released the 2005 U.S. Animal Health Report, its second annual national overview of the health of domestic animals.
Santa's ELVES: Social media for veterinarians
You and your veterinary clinic can share holiday fun while educating clients about the important work veterinarians do to protect all animal species.
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USDA chief veterinary officer changes role, acting chief takes over
The Department of Agriculture’s chief veterinary officer has moved to a trade role, and an agency veteran is the acting chief.
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Senators approve animal fighting bill
Congress is once again trying to strengthen restrictions on animal fighting. In April, the Senate unanimously passed the Animal
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APHIS restricts carp imports
Spring viremia of carp affects certain finfish including goldfish, koi, bighead carp, Crucian carp, grass carp, silver carp, sheatfish, and tench.
Veterinary specialists 2014
View U.S. veterinarians with various board certifications from AVMA-recognized veterinary specialty organizations as of December 2014.
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Security a priority in president's 2007 budget
The $2.77 trillion budget proposals for 2007 that President Bush sent to Congress Feb. 6 continue to emphasize allocations for the nation's war on…
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Proposal separates accreditation for companion animals, all species
The Department of Agriculture recently published a proposal, long in the works, to create two tiers of accreditation under the National Veterinary…