Preparing for a job search and networking
Marketing yourself – whether for a career transition or for a new position in your current field starts with taking a good look at yourself and…
Veterinary career transitions
Find out about the many career options that exist for veterinarians and how to assess which ones may be a good fit for you. Learn how to translate…
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Keep in good financial health with sessions from AVMA economics team
Members of the AVMA Veterinary Economics Division will give three presentations on Saturday, July 30, at AVMA Convention 2022 for in-person attendees…
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FDA issues warnings over CBD for animals
Food and Drug Administration officials warned four companies that they were illegally marketing cannabidiol products for animal use.
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Veterinarian employers require innovative solutions to attract, retain staff members
To recruit, hire, and retain in this new environment, says Charlotte Hansen, AVMA assistant director for statistical analysis, employers will need to…
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Firm’s ‘anticompetitive acquisition’ of veterinary clinics prompts FTC actions
Federal authorities are making a private equity firm divest veterinary clinics in six locations to complete its proposed acquisition of two…
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Drug gains conditional approval to delay congestive heart failure in dogs
The Food and Drug Administration expanded authorized uses of pimobendan, which now can be administered to manage clinical signs of congestive heart…
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Local bites a delight in Philadelphia
Beyond a hearty sandwich like the cheesesteak, Philadelphia has plenty of other specialties, restaurants, and other gastronomic destinations to boast…
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Experience essential Philly, from running like Rocky to marveling at festivals of light
From the Liberty Bell to “Field of Light,” the Philadelphia area has attractions for everyone attending AVMA Convention 2022 this summer.
AVMA membership data 2021
View AVMA membership by species category, employment type, and medical discipline as of December 31, 2021.
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AAFP, EveryCat release guidelines on diagnosis of feline infectious peritonitis
Feline infectious peritonitis is one of the most important infectious diseases and causes of death in cats, but the disease can be challenging to…
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Client feedback can be a boon instead of a bane—yes, even complaints
An up-and-coming practice manager, a longtime practice consultant, and an AVMA economics expert discuss how practices can use surveys, social media,…
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VCA launches urgent care hospitals
VCA’s new urgent care hospitals Animal Hospitals has launched its first urgent care clinic. The company plans to build and open seven more urgent…
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FDA approves combination feeding of Pennchlor, Rumensin to beef cattle
The Food and Drug Administration approved feeding Pennchlor, which contains chlortetracycline, and Rumensin, which contains monensin, in combination…
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In Short - Feb. 1, 2022
Single-gender gene edits, pet dental health, feline health studies
Over-the-counter antimicrobials changing to prescription-only
The FDA has outlined its process for changing certain medically important antimicrobial drugs from over-the-counter (OTC) to prescription (Rx). Rx…
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Streamline Pet Dental Health Month with AVMA tools
February is National Pet Dental Health Month. AVMA’s pet dental health toolkit is available free of charge to all AVMA members and will let you…
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Taking a fresh look at veterinary diagnostic laboratories
Together with veterinary practices, state and commercial diagnostic laboratories across the country have helped drive the growth of veterinary…
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AVMA celebrates National Pet Week 2022
Created in 1981, National Pet Week aims to foster responsible pet ownership, recognize the human-animal bond, and increase public awareness of the…
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U.S. Supreme Court hears challenge to sow housing law
U.S. Supreme Court justices will decide the fate of a controversial California law banning sales of out-of-state pork products from producers who fail…
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FDA approves first injectable pentosan for osteoarthritis in horses
The Food and Drug Administration announced Dec. 20 that the agency has approved Zycosan, the first injectable pentosan product to receive FDA…
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Turn to creative scheduling for hiring and retention, social media for recruiting
Dr. Tannetje’ Crocker spoke on “Creative Scheduling in Your Practice” July 30 at AVMA Convention 2022 in Philadelphia. She was then joined by Nicole…
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Class-action suit alleges anticompetitive behavior by Idexx
A lawsuit filed July 25 seeks an injunction against Idexx Laboratories and damages for pet owners because the company allegedly inflated prices for…
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More options expected for treating rare conditions in dogs and cats
The Food and Drug Administration’s Center for Veterinary Medicine announced plans to increase the maximum numbers of dogs and cats that can be…
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United States Animal Health Association - April 2022
The United States Animal Health Association presented awards and seated new officials during its 125th annual meeting, held in person and virtually…