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Report summarizes new state laws and regulations in 2007
State governments adopted or considered a variety of measures during 2007 in areas that affect veterinarians—such as animal
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AVMA: Mandatory spay/neuter a bad idea
The Animal Welfare Committee recommended the changes to the policy, which reads, in part, as follows: "The AVMA does not support regulations or…
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Bill aims to improve dog importation process
Legislation recently introduced by the three veterinarians in Congress would give new tools and authority to the federal government to monitor and…
Opioid abuse and drug shortages
Use these resources to help navigate the challenges posed by human opioid abuse and opioid shortages.
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Georgia alumni recognized for contributions
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine recently recognized five alumni for service to the college and the veterinary profession.
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AAFCO calls for more research on hemp products in animal food
The Association of American Feed Control Officials has issued a position paper and call to action on hemp and its byproducts in livestock feed and pet…
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Once more around the track
Racetrack-led coalition created to address horse racing deaths, safety concerns
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Salary threshold for overtime pay doubles
Starting Dec. 1, exempt salaried employees earning less than $47,476 a year will qualify for time and a half when they work more than 40 hours a week.
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Coronavirus emergency law gives paid leave
A new federal law expands the existing paid family medical and leave program from its current form and gives paid sick leave to workers who did not…
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Labor Department issues new overtime pay rules
As to the FairPay rules—workers receiving less than $23,660 per year or $455 per week are guaranteed overtime pay.
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AVMA revises declawing policy
Policy discourages procedure but defers to veterinarians on each case
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Researchers hope for blood-based canine cancer test in 2020
Company backing the technology struggles amid push for test validation