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Universities, industry start new online CE offering
A new Web-based, peer-reviewed continuing education program has been launched by a public-private partnership involving the Cornell University College…
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Management of mares used in the pregnant mare urine (PMU) collection industry
The AVMA endorses the American Association of Equine Practitioners' position statement on Management of Mares Used in the Pregnant Mare Urine…
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Veterinary visits increase slightly
Canine and feline veterinary visits both increased slightly in 2011 over the previous year, following drops during 2010, according to the annual State…
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Action against soring intensifies
Four congressional members introduced legislation Sept. 14 that would increase civil and criminal penalties for anyone found soring a horse—that is,…
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Enduring, but in reduced numbers
Veterinarians who work with the beef and dairy industries will need to offer different services as consolidation in those industries
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Organization to accredit racehorse retirement facilities
A group of Thoroughbred industry stakeholders in February announced the establishment of the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance to accredit
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Bayer to buy Teva’s U.S. animal health business
Bayer HealthCare LLC and Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. announced Sept. 14 that they have signed an agreement for Bayer to
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Livestock identification and animal traceability
Permanent, unique identification of animals and premises is essential for tracing origin and destination of livestock to protect the nation’s…
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Federal guidance on integrating animal issues into emergency issues
The AVMA strongly recommends periodic review of federal guidance on disaster preparedness, response and recovery to improve support for animal owners…
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Group offers certification for manufacturers of pet food
The American Feed Industry Association announced in late January that it has developed a voluntary third-party certification program for manufacturers…
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Development of emerging disease agent biologics
Development of emerging infectious disease biologics is essential for One Health. The AVMA supports the development of these products through…
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Workforce study authors discuss unmet needs
Authors of the National Research Council’s report for the National Academy of Sciences on “Workforce Needs in Veterinary Medicine” provided details…
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Soring criminal case garners national attention
A prominent trainer in the Tennessee Walking Horse industry pleaded guilty May 22 to a felony conviction for charges that he violated the Horse…
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Leading the profession
Dr. Debbye L. Turner Bell has been startled by some people’s perceptions of veterinarians.
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Opportunity
79 percent of veterinary professionals agree that there has been an industry-wide decline in pet veterinary visits
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Practices receiving five-year Economic Census forms
Veterinary practices around the country are receiving an economic census form this year.
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Minimum penalties required for soring violations
The Department of Agriculture has tightened its enforcement of the Horse Protection Act in an effort to stop the practice of
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Congress considers US egg production standards
United Egg Producers and the Humane Society of the United States want Congress to approve new standards for U.S. egg producers.
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High time for change
Federal prosecutors and Agriculture Department regulators are fighting the illegal, but ongoing, practice of soring horses to produce
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Proposal calls for changes in antimicrobial use
The Food and Drug Administration hopes a guide and draft guide on antimicrobial use and availability
Animal Agriculture Liaison Committee
The Animal Agriculture Liaison Committee advises on and develops animal agriculture policy and recommendations for submission to the AVMA Board of…
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Human-Animal Bond Research Initiative launches database
The Human-Animal Bond Research Initiative Foundation and the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine have launched an online resource to…
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UNDER REVIEWTransportation and processing of horses
The AVMA endorses the American Association of Equine Practitioners' policy on transportation and processing of horses.
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Flood of pork buyers want sow housing changes
Increased interest in farm practices by the public and corporate executives could be connected with dozens of companies’ pledges to eliminate…