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.
Preventive pet healthcare
In pet healthcare, the cost of prevention - wellness care - is often a fraction of the cost of treating disease or health problems.
Common-sense measures to protect your dog, yourself and others in canine social settings
Consult your veterinarian about the best preventive program for your dog(s), including vaccinations, heartworm prevention and parasite prevention…
Disease risks for dogs in social settings
The following is a list of the most common diseases to which your dog(s) may be exposed at a dog gathering. There may be specific risks in your area…
7 Things you can do to keep your pet healthy
Weight management, exercise, regular veterinary exams, vaccination, and parasite prevention are among the most important ways to keep a pet healthy
8 Things you can do to protect your dog in the summer
Here are eight things you can do to keep your dog safe in the heat.
Disease Risks for People at Dog Social Events
People attending dog social events can be at risk of zoonotic diseases, which are diseases that spread from animals to people. Some of these diseases…
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Top 5 pet toxins
Prescription medications for human use top the list of pet toxins for the fourth year in a row, according to the American Society for the Prevention…
Disease precautions for outdoor enthusiasts and their companion animals
Disease precautions for outdoor enthusiasts and their companion animals
FAQs
Questions and answers for veterinarians and their clients on veterinary medical topics related to animal health and welfare.
Reporting adverse events
Adverse events that occur after use of a medication, medical device, pesticide, vaccine or other biological product are rare but can be…
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AAHA-AVMA canine preventive healthcare guidelines
All dogs should have a veterinary examination at least annually. For many dogs, more frequent visits may be appropriate.
11 things you can do to make road trips safer for you and your pet
Ask yourself if taking your pet with you is the right thing to do (for your pet and your family). If you must, then follow these safety rules.
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AAHA-AVMA feline preventive healthcare guidelines
All cats should have a veterinary examination at least annually. For many cats, more frequent visits may be appropriate. The AVMA and the American…
Pet care
Responsible pet ownership and pet health care. Topics include preventive care, keeping pets healthy and safe, pet medications and prescriptions...
Disease precautions for hunters
This paper is intended to be a general guide about diseases that hunters and their hunting dogs may encounter. Links to additional
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Banfield report reveals increase in overweight pets, arthritis
The prevalence of overweight dogs and cats increased between 2007 and 2011, as did the prevalence of arthritic dogs and cats, according to the State…
Prescriptions and pharmacies: FAQs for pet owners
Answers to common questions from pet owners about veterinary prescriptions and pharmacies.
Prescribing and Dispensing in Your Practice
Issue Brief The AVMA has received five types of calls from veterinarians regarding prescribing and dispensing. The first seek to determine guidance…
Pets and disasters
Be prepared to take care of pets and other animals, especially during disasters such as fire, flood, or other emergencies.
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Panel offers forum on PetMed Express
Veterinarians challenged leaders of PetMed Express Inc. to make the company's advertising and other practices less antagonistic to the veterinary…
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Livestock numbers, services cut
Dr. Joe M. Hillhouse of Panhandle, Texas, said that during 2011 the cattle herds in his area were largely wiped out, and that the area has been…
Zoonotic Diseases and Pets FAQ
Animals can carry diseases that people can catch. Get answers to commonly asked questions about disease risks related to pets.
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'
Traveling with your pet FAQ
What to think about when deciding to travel with a pet? Can you take your pet out of the country? Specific needs for travel by plane, boat, car, train…