Safe use of flea and tick preventive products
They're creepy, they're crawly...and they can carry diseases. Fleas and ticks aren't just a nuisance, but pose animal and human health risks.
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Cat Friendly Practice Program takes off
Hundreds of veterinary practices are participating in the new Cat Friendly Practice Program from the American Association of Feline Practitioners.
What do board-certified veterinary specialists do?
A veterinary specialist is a veterinarian who has completed additional training in a specific area of veterinary medicine, and has passed an…
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Service animals
If an animal meets this definition, it is considered a service animal regardless whether it has been licensed or certified by a government or an…
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Dog and cat population management
Dog and cat population management is a complex animal welfare problem, with many contributing factors.
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Companion animal care guidelines
View general guidelines for the care and humane treatment of animals in nonagricultural facilities such as shelters, pet stores, boarding kennels,…
Cold weather animal safety
You’re probably already aware of the risks posed by warm weather, but did you know that cold weather also poses serious threats to your pets'
Getting pet health information online
The internet can be a great source of both information and misinformation. So how do you find sources to trust?
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Raw food policy draws debate
A new AVMA policy discourages people from feeding raw or unprocessed meats and other animal products to cats and dogs.
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New program helps practices become cat-friendly
The American Association of Feline Practitioners has launched the Cat Friendly Practice Program to help veterinary practices
First aid tips for pet owners
First aid is not a substitute for veterinary care, but it may save your pet’s life until you can get to a veterinarian.