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AVMA celebrates National Pet Week 2024
The AVMA will be celebrating National Pet Week, held this year from May 5-11, with themes for each day of the week.
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Live learning for your clients: Pets and mental health
AVMA President Dr. Rena Carlson will help spread the word about the mental health benefits of pet ownership during a live social media event on March…
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The wild life of wildlife veterinarians
The SARS-CoV-2 virus probably originated in wildlife and has been documented in more than two dozen species. Thus, the COVID-19 pandemic has…
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From Congress to the courtroom, AVMA advocates for veterinarians
The AVMA’s advocacy on behalf of its members covers practically every aspect of veterinary medicine and takes place in the federal government,…
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Recommendations for preventing spread of zoonoses from nontraditional pets
The National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians, together with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, has published a series of…
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Harbor seal aided by noninvasive kidney stone treatment
A harbor seal at the Vancouver Aquarium became one of the early patients for a noninvasive kidney stone treatment that could help humans and animals.
Harmful algal blooms (HABs)
Understand harmful algal blooms (HABs), including how to diagnose and treat toxicosis in animals and how to prevent exposure.
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Introducing the Veterinary Business and Economic Forum
Join AVMA this fall for an interactive exploration of practical strategies to build your veterinary business and strengthen the profession…
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Being Black in a white profession
“We all have experienced white clients who didn’t want us treating their pets,” said Dr. Michael Blackwell about the realities for Black veterinarians…
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CE to build your business: Attend the AVMA Economic Summit on demand
There’s still plenty of time to sign up and watch the AVMA Economic Summit on demand. Learn practical strategies and tools to transform your business…
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Announcing featured sessions at the 2020 Economic Summit
Get a preview of the timely topics and high-caliber speakers you’ll experience at AVMA's 2020 Economic Summit, taking place online October 26-28.…
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AVMA celebrates National Pet Week 2020
The AVMA is celebrating “A Lifetime of Love” again for National Pet Week 2020, held this year from May 3-9.
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Arkansas explores creating a veterinary college
Arkansas State University announced an exploratory partnership with Adtalem Global Education, which operates several for-profit higher education…
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African, US veterinarians have meeting of minds
Twinning program brings small animal veterinarians together for shared learning
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AAFP updates guidelines on feline zoonoses
Many benefits come with having pet cats, according to the American Association of Feline Practitioners, but education is key to prevent transmission…
Rabies
Rabies remains a major concern worldwide, killing tens of thousands of people every year. These AVMA resources help veterinarians educate pet owners…
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Census of veterinarians finds trends with shortages, practice ownership
A census of veterinarians prepared by the AVMA raises concerns that demographic changes could exacerbate shortages in the profession and declines in…
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Taul takes turn at helm of AAHA
Dr. Darren Taul, 2018-19 president of the American Animal Hospital Association, is a sort of everyman of veterinary practice.
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Veterinarians can earn certificate in human-animal bond
Practicing veterinarians as well as veterinary technicians and practice managers can now learn more about research backing the human health benefits…
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Lecturers say practice ownership possible for recent graduates
Lecturers at a meeting of cattle veterinarians said recent graduates from veterinary school can own their own practices, and
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Congress looking to increase cost of student loans
Gina Luke, an assistant director of the AVMA Governmental Relations Division in Washington, D.C., warns of potential cuts to federal student aid…
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AVMA recognizes excellence in veterinary medicine
During AVMA Convention 2017 this July in Indianapolis, the AVMA bestowed awards to recognize excellence in veterinary medicine.
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Q&A with the AVMA president-elect candidates
Drs. Jan K. Strother and Michael J. Topper describe the challenges and opportunities facing the veterinary profession and explain why they’re ready to…
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Action items from the Economics of Veterinary Medical Education Summit
Four groups of stakeholders attended the summit: veterinary students and recent graduates, representatives from veterinary colleges, employers of…
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New guidance for pets exposed to rabies
New guidance in this issue of the JAVMA advises that cats and dogs that are exposed to rabies and are overdue for a vaccine can have a booster shot…