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Humane community comes to aid of companion animals
National humane organizations immediately came through with offers of assistance to local authorities.
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Bovine welfare spotlighted at annual forum
Dr. Suzanne Millman of the Humane Society of the United States poses a question to Dr. Thomas Fuhrmann
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Natural bovine behavior key to evaluating management practices
Human-animal interaction is one of the largest components of appropriate animal welfare. More than anything, the natural behaviors of animals
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USDA starts rolling out animal identification numbers
The Department of Agriculture has announced plans to begin allocating animal identification numbers
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TV show on human-animal bond nominated for two Emmy Awards
TV show on human-animal bond nominated for two Emmy Awards "Pets: Part of the…
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Research targets conditions of older cats and dogs
The medical conditions that afflict aging cats and dogs have been a focus of much research in recent years
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Canada: BSE confirmed in dairy cow
The National Centre for Foreign Animal Disease in Winnipeg, Manitoba, has confirmed bovine spongiform encephalopathy in a
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Reporting laws suggest need for abuse standards
The statute protects veterinarians from civil or criminal liability when they alert authorities to an animal they suspect has been inhumanely treated
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National Dog Bite Prevention Week coming in May
National Dog Bite Prevention Week coming in May
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2002 educational pet calendar in the works
2002 educational pet calendar in the works The AVMA will work with Outback Communications
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People and Pets, The Perfect Combination: National Pet Week 2001 - January 1, 2001
posted on December 15, 2000 Pet-related booklets compiled by Dr. Don Owen's daughter's grade-school class are popular reading material in his…
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Health authorities find BSE in Czech Republic, vCJD in Hong Kong
Health authorities find BSE in Czech Republic, vCJD in Hong Kong
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FDA warns against aminoglycoside residue in cattle
FDA warns against aminoglycoside residue in cattle
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BSE found in Alabama
Tests results for a cow on an Alabama farm were positive for bovine spongiform encephalopathy, according to a March 13
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Assessing the state of the cattle slaughter industry
Noted animal scientist and behaviorist Temple Grandin, PhD, said despite recent news reports, the nation's cattle slaughter industry has made
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Canadian BSE case sparks investigation
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has launched a comprehensive investigation after bovine spongiform encephalopathy was detected this January in a…
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Pet estate planning: preparing for your pet's future without you
Veterinarians can advise clients that there are ways to deal with the situation of not surviving their animals
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The Geriatric Issue
The percentage of cats and dogs 6 years of age or older jumped between 1987 and 2001, according to U.S. Pet Ownership & Demographics sourcebooks.
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Spending on pets projected to hit all-time high
Consumer spending on pets has more than doubled from $17 billion in 1994 to an estimated $38.4 billion in 2006, according to
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Chicago ordinance passes: It's the deed, not the breed
In October, a Chicago ordinance passed recognizing that any breed of dog has the potential to bite, not just the usual suspects
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Welfare of animals integral part of professional rodeos
Welfare of animals integral part of professional rodeos Rodeos are an opportunity for cowboys to showcase their…
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Veterinary associations offer guidelines on senior care
With cats and dogs living longer, veterinarians spend more time on senior care—and associations are giving advice on how to
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Government, welfare groups encourage emergency preparedness
The AVMA is partnering with the Department of Homeland Security, American Kennel Club, American Society for the Prevention of
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BSE: Could it happen here? Experts say probably not
As BSE continues its spread in Europe, US authorities are fine-tuning defensive actions to prevent the arrival and spread of the disease
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Imports banned to guard against foot-and-mouth
Imports banned to guard against foot-and-mouthThe US government in March temporarily banned the import of all animals and animal products from the…