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Humane transport of equines
The AVMA supports the use of best practices when transporting animals and therefore opposes the use of double-decked trailers to transport equines.
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Horse slaughter for human consumption banned in Illinois
On May 24, Illinois Governor Rod R. Blagojevich signed legislation that bans the slaughter of horses in Illinois for human
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Kentucky Equine Humane Center established
The Kentucky Equine Humane Center was recently formed in Lexington, Ky., and will serve as a shelter and adoption service for
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Horse slaughter for human consumption faces hurdles
Decisions are expected in the near future regarding the slaughter of horses for human consumption in the United States
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Horse-assisted therapy: Good for humans, but how about horses?
For many years, humans have benefited from horse-assisted therapy, reaping physical and psychological benefits.
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Outbreak of Seoul virus in humans linked to pet rats
An outbreak of Seoul virus linked to pet rats had infected at least 13 people as of Feb. 15.
recall
Alert: FDA warns veterinarians, pet owners about recalled eye drops for humans
The FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine is warning veterinarians and pet owners about recalls of eye drops marketed under several brands, due to the…
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The unwanted horse
Veterinarians, humane groups grapple with thousands of homeless or neglected horses
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Research on aging a natural fit for One Health approach
With today’s technological advancements, researchers are calling for a concerted effort to gather big data on aging dogs to benefit not only…
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From 'Zoobiquity' to 'Wildhood'
Many humans don’t realize how much they have in common with other animal species from monkeys to gazelles to even guppies. Barbara Natterson-Horowitz,…
Plague FAQ
Human Plague frequently asked questions: Plague is an infectious disease of animals and humans caused by the bacterium Yersinia pestis.
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Horse slaughter bill making waves
Legislation that would prohibit the slaughter of horses for human consumption is making waves
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The hidden ecosystem of the gut microbiome
Millions of bacteria live in the gastrointestinal tract of animals, including cats, dogs, and humans.
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Horse slaughter will continue despite new law
Federal law requires inspections of livestock before slaughter to ensure that the animals are treated humanely.
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AVMA revises policy on feral cats to encourage collaboration
The AVMA has revised its policy on “Free-roaming Abandoned and Feral Cats” to encourage collaboration among veterinarians, humane groups, and wildlife…
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Court says horse slaughter illegal in Texas
On Jan. 19, the 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans ruled that slaughtering horses for human consumption is
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Illinois legislators weigh in on horse slaughter
Illinois Rep. Robert Molaro introduced new legislation, H.B. 6570, to ban the slaughter of horses for human consumption
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House and Senate ok scaled-down horse slaughter ban
A House and Senate conference committee were deliberating over a bill that would halt U.S. exports of horse meat for human consumption
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Many causes contribute to sleep disorders in horses
Pain or physical discomfort. Lyme disease. Environmental insecurity. Monotony. Aggression issues. Sleep terrors. These are among the possible causes…
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Q fever outbreak affects people, goats in West
A Q fever outbreak affected goats on at least 16 farms in Washington and Montana and caused at least 15 human illnesses, federal
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Montana law favors building of horse slaughter facilities
A Montana law encouraging construction of privately owned horse slaughterhouses is now in effect. The measure also restricts legal
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Studies ongoing into effects of SARS-CoV-2 variants on animals
As the SARS-CoV-2 delta variant spreads in the U.S., researchers continue work to understand the effects on animals of such human variants of concern.
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NIH funds study of leishmaniasis in Brazil
posted December 19, 2010 The National Institutes of Health has funded a five-year study of human infection with Leishmania braziliensis, one of…
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Congress holds hearings on horse slaughter ban
Supporters and opponents of a proposed ban on slaughtering horses for human consumption gathered on Capitol Hill in late July for a round of hearings…
policy
Euthanasia of animals that are unwanted or unfit for adoption
The AVMA is not opposed to euthanasia of animals that are unwanted or unfit for adoption, when conducted by qualified personnel using appropriate…