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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…
Large animals and livestock in disasters
For owners of horses and other livestock, disaster planning, preparedness, and evacuation require unique considerations. Get tips, evacuation kits and…
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APHIS considers stricter animal welfare licensing
Rules proposed in August would make researchers and animal dealers provide more proof they comply with federal animal welfare laws to
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AVMA promotes human-animal bond during Pet Night on Capitol Hill
[caption id="attachment_17271" align="alignright" width="225"] AVMA fellows Drs. Matt Holland and Mark Logan enjoying Pet Night[/caption] As…
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Veterinary workers explore forming a union
Historically, unions have not had a meaningful presence in veterinary medicine because of the preponderance of independent practices.
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The dangerous dog debate
Communities have been banning or strictly regulating pit bull-type dogs and other “dangerous” breeds for the past three decades.
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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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Decline in real veterinary incomes continues despite strong job market
Real mean income, that is, income adjusted for inflation, for private practice veterinarians has declined since 2010, in part as a result of changes…