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AVMA supports repeal of law that could hurt veterinarians selling their practices
AVMA supports repeal of law that could hurt veterinarians selling their practices The AVMA has joined rising…
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Responsible ownership the alternative to breed banning, other restrictions
Responsible ownership the alternative to breed banning, other restrictions
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You're liable to read this
You're liable to read this Like the zoonotic and public health issues that cross human and veterinary borderlines,…
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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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Owners or guardians?
Owners or guardians? Cities change identity of pet owners, hoping to promote welfare
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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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Breed discrimination bites homeowners
Many insurance companies are looking to cut costs by excluding owners of large breed dogs from homeowners insurance plans
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Illinois governor signs controversial dangerous dog bill
Illinois governor signs controversial dangerous dog bill
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AVMA Answers
Q: Where can clients find information on the appropriate rules and regulations regarding traveling with, or shipping pets to
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AVMA to step up advocacy for national microchip standard
posted August 15, 2005 Despite recommendations from the Executive Board, House Advisory Committee, and Reference Committee 6 for
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Board revises acclimation certificates, other forms
Veterinarians should provide an acclimation certificate only as an attachment to a certificate of veterinary inspection
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Adulterated pet food could lead to loss-of-companionship suits in N.J.
The New Jersey legislature is considering legislation granting owners of pets harmed by contaminated pet food the right to sue for the loss of…
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Menu Foods announces settlement to recalls of pet food
posted May 15, 2008 Menu Foods and other companies that participated in last year's massive…
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Lost animal dilemma can confound veterinarians
The amended AVMA policy, "The Objectives and Key Elements Needed for Effective Electronic Identification of Companion Animals, Birds, and Equids," was…
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After more than a decade, has pet guardianship changed anything?
Property laws make no distinction between animals and inanimate objects, such as tables and chairs, leading to criticisms that the legal system…
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Groups issue warnings on improper vaccine use
Practitioners must always walk a fine line when deciding how to tailor vaccine protocols for their patients, but a certain activity has drawn the…
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Policy changes relate to pets, livestock
The AVMA Executive Board has made some noteworthy policy changes relating to companion animals and production animals.
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Texas court says pet dog has sentimental value
An appellate court ruled that dogs have special value that should be protected and that dog owners should be able to recover sentimental or intrinsic…
A Community Approach to Dog Bite Prevention (abstract)
A Model Community Approach to Dog Bite Prevention(abst) in proceedings 140th Annual ConventionAmerican Veterinary Medical AssociationJune 2001Gail C.…
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Canine hybrids
The AVMA strongly opposes keeping as pets any hybrids of wild canines crossbred with domestic animals. The AVMA believes that commercial traffic in…
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Ohio restricting wild animal ownership
Starting in September, most Ohio residents will be unable to collect or sell wild animals that the state deems to be dangerous.
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Devocalization as a final alternative
AVMA Delegates pass resolutions on devocalization, VCPR, livestock handling
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Texas high court reaffirms pets are property
The Texas Supreme Court has reversed a controversial ruling by a state appellate court that would have allowed the owners of a wrongfully euthanized…
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Pressure from above
Animal welfare is improving as buyers pressure suppliers to meet standards and to participate in audit and education programs.
Why breed-specific legislation is not the answer
Breed-specific legislation may look good on the surface, but it’s not a reliable or effective solution for dog bite prevention.