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Vaccine hesitancy gives some US dog, cat owners cold feet
The connection between attitudes toward human and pet vaccines and how those of some people are changing is forcing veterinary professionals to more…
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Tragedy of Russian war ‘evidenced in every encounter’
Three U.S. veterinarians who deployed near the Ukraine border as part of veterinary relief operations sponsored by Greater Good Charities and the…
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Cats and the power of the human-animal bond
Bond-focused practices are more likely to attract millennial cat owners who are willing to spend money on these furry family members.
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Brakke finds pet owners settle in for long haul during pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted pet owners in various ways but has had little or no negative impact overall on pet care so far, according to a…
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Veterinary social work summit focuses on animals, poverty
The sixth international Veterinary Social Work Summit held virtually, Oct. 8-10, touched on COVID-19–related challenges, telehealth, animal welfare,…
Outdoor enthusiasts and their companion animals
The AVMA has the following advice to help keep outdoor enthusiasts and their animal companions safe while enjoying outdoor activities.
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AAVMC offers guidelines on service dogs at teaching hospitals
The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges has created a series of guidelines on how service dogs should be handled in veterinary…
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In Short
The AVMF gives $10,000 to Nebraska VMA for flood relief, PetSmart Charities is offering grants to improve access to care, and more
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Death to parasites; long live parasitology
Dr. Susan Little finds the lives of parasites to be fascinating. Nevertheless, as a veterinarian, she wants them dead.
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Petco incorporating full-service veterinary clinics
Petco has announced a joint venture with Thrive Affordable Vet Care to incorporate full-service Thrive clinics in certain Petco stores this year.
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Practices busier than ever, except for one time of year
The Report on the Market for Veterinary Services, the fourth and final of the AVMA’s 2016 Economic Reports series, has information on practices’…
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The slow rise of generic animal drugs
In human medicine, generic drugs accounted for 88 percent of prescriptions dispensed in the United States as of 2014.
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Report: Heartworm disease decreasing, diabetes increasing
There was a 41.5 percent decrease in cases of heartworm infection in dogs between 2006 and 2015, down to 54.2 cases per 10,000 dogs
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Inside the headquarters for military dogs
Lackland Air Force Base breeds and trains dogs for the U.S. Department of Defense, and serves as hub for veterinary care
Warm weather pet safety
Warm weather poses health risks to pets, even on days that don’t seem that hot. Knowing the risks and being prepared can help keep pets safe.
External parasites
External parasites such as fleas, ticks, or mites can irritate pets and carry disease. But treatment, control and prevention are much easier than in…
Household hazards
Every home contains items that can be dangerous or fatal if ingested by dogs and cats. You can protect your pet by learning about these hazards.
Healthy holiday gifts for pets
You don’t have to indulge in fancy collars, gourmet treats or other pricey gifts for pets. Here are less expensive, more practical gifts you can give…
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1935 - 1945
Information on food-producing animals was a mainstay of JAVMA during this decade.
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Report explores disconnect over preventive care
The fifth annual State of Pet Health Report from Banfield Pet Hospital was released Aug. 12 at Banfield’s Pet Healthcare Industry Summit
Your Pet's Medications
Provides basic information for pet owners about pet medications and their safe use.
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Vital statistics
More than half of U.S. households owned pets at year-end 2011, and three-quarters of these pet-owning households made at least one visit to the…
Cold weather animal safety
You’re probably already aware of the risks posed by warm weather, but did you know that cold weather also poses serious threats to your pets'
Safe use of flea and tick preventive products
They're creepy, they're crawly...and they can carry diseases. Fleas and ticks aren't just a nuisance, but pose animal and human health risks.
Pet care
Responsible pet ownership and pet health care. Topics include preventive care, keeping pets healthy and safe, pet medications and prescriptions...