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FDA approves first animal drug for Giardia duodenalis, additional drugs for cows, swine
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently approved a number of animal drugs, including those that treat Giardia duodenalis in dogs.
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Rumors of the demise of the extension veterinarian
No one knows exactly how many extension veterinarians there are, although they always have been few in number.
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Foot and mouth disease
Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a severe, highly contagious viral disease of worldwide concern. View AVMA's recommendations for FMD preparedness and…
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Recombinant vaccine could reduce paratuberculosis spread
A vaccine in development could help reduce the spread of paratuberculosis, a common chronic disease on dairies, according to recent study results.
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1915 - 1925
The JAVMA is celebrating its centennial this year, but the AVMA under another name published the first issue of the Journal under another name in…
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NAVC kicks off the year
The topics ran the gamut: military and police dogs, kidney disease in cats and dogs, pet parasites and pet nutrition, small animal
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USDA awards $2.4 million to support rural veterinary services
Among the recipients, the American Association of Bovine Practitioners received its second grant to provide workshops on business management for…
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AVMA deliberates on breed standards, devocalization
A resolution submitted to the House of Delegates calls for the AVMA to help develop healthier breed standards for purebred dogs and cats; another…
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1995 - 2005
This decade was a time of relatively high caseloads, allowing for continued accumulation of case experience.
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Summit paints mixed economic picture for practitioners
There’s good news: Revenues are growing at many veterinary practices.There's mixed news: The AVMA Veterinary Career Center now has more jobs than…
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Our other furry friends
Veterinarians who work with exotic companion mammals say each species has its attractions as well as its challenges.
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The heated topic of raw milk
Unpasteurized milk has found a niche, with devoted followers hyping its taste and purported health benefits.