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Comments sought on microchipping
The Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service announced that it will accept comments regarding the use of microchipping
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U.S. veterinarians help jump-start Afghan animal health clinic
Armed with a desire to help rebuild the veterinary infrastructure in Afghanistan, Dr. Susan B. Chadima recently volunteered her veterinary expertise…
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Executive Board addresses hot topics in veterinary profession
The AVMA Executive Board approved recommendations involving some of the more pertinent issues in the veterinary profession—national disaster response,…
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Microchipping of companion animals addressed
The AVMA Executive Board approved several recommendations related to the microchipping of animals for identification.
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Executive Board approves communications revamp
The 2004-2005 AVMA Executive Board held its final meeting July 14 in Minneapolis
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AKC Companion Animal Recovery enrollment available online
Millions of purebred dogs and their owners can now opt to stay connected for life with the American Kennel Club Companion Animal
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Veterinarians convene in the City of Lakes
The 142nd AVMA Annual Convention/28th World Veterinary Congress, held July 16-20 in Minneapolis, hosted 8,743 total attendees
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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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Executive Board tackles sow housing, key funding opportunities
While enjoying the recently purchased and restored AVMA office in Washington, D.C., the Executive Board undertook its second agenda of the year on…
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2005 resolutions a mix of issues, mandates
Various AVMA constituent associations and in one case, the Executive Board, have submitted five resolutions for the House of Delegates to act on
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AVMA changes, reaffirms electronic ID guidelines
The statement is now titled Electronic Identification Veterinary Practices and Procedures Guidelines for Companion Animals, Birds, and Equids.
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Veterinary leaders converge in Chicago
More than 400 veterinary leaders assembled in Chicago for the AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference.
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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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Coalition presses microchip makers for global scanner
Animal welfare and veterinary associations are calling on microchip manufacturers and distributors to provide a scanner capable of reading all
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Pet's death rekindles electronic ID debate
Posted on June 14, 2004 Lisa Massey knew little about the electronic microchip her local Banfield, The Pet Hospital, implanted in Hadden,…
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Illinois governor signs controversial dangerous dog bill
Illinois governor signs controversial dangerous dog bill
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Illinois legislature passes controversial dangerous-dog bill
Illinois Governor Rod R. Blagojevich is expected to sign into law a controversial dangerous-dog bill recently passed by the state
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Preparing pets for a terrorist attack: Tips for clients
Each year, devastating disasters, including tornadoes and hazardous material spills, force individuals to evacuate their homes.
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Illinois may lead the nation with microchip law
The bill increases penalties for the owners of dogs who have a history of aggression, and attack a human or domestic animal
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Plan expands genetic testing for interstate movement of scrapie-exposed sheep
The Department of Agriculture has expanded the use of genetic testing for determining which scrapie-exposed animals can be moved in interstate…
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British relent on quarantine rules for U.S., Canadian pets
Posted on December 15, 2002 The United Kingdom has relaxed its six-month quarantine restriction on cats and dogs entering the island nation from…
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American Association of Feline Practitioners Information Brief: In response to inquiries regarding Fel-O-Vax® FIV September
Cats vaccinated with Fel-O-Vax® FIV develop antibodies to the inactivated virus present in the vaccine
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Pros, cons of feral and free-ranging cat management debated
more veterinarians are being asked to contribute their services and expertise to these controversial endeavors
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The GRANDEST of the GRAND: veterinarians applauded and honored
Several veterinarians were honored for their contributions to veterinary medical organizations