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AMC expands offerings with enhanced surgical suite
The new surgical center at the Schwarzman Animal Medical Center, which includes five operating rooms and a recovery room separating dogs and cats, is…
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In Short
Aquarium cleaner death, anxiety in dogs, and more in the May 1 “In Short” section
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Veterinary emergency, critical care groups hold symposium
25th International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium, Sept. 6-10, 2019, Washington, D.C.
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Relief practice not just a temporary gig
Relief practice predates the gig economy and is a mainstay in veterinary medicine. According to AVMA data, relief veterinarians make up the largest…
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U.S. Public Health Service honors 19
The U.S. Public Health Service honored 19 veterinarians for their work in emergencies and health campaigns.
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California rises from the ashes again
In 2018, California faced its most destructive year of fires.
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Veterinary emergency, critical care groups hold symposium
24th International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium, Sept. 14-18, New Orleans
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AAFP grows in service to cats, profession
The continuing growth of the Cat Friendly Practice program, the release of feline anesthesia guidelines, and a well-attended conference have been…
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ASPCA poison control takes 3 millionth case
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals' Animal Poison Control Center received a call from its 3 millionth client since opening…
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When fire strikes home
About 40,000 pets die in residential fires each year, most from smoke inhalation, and 500,000 pets are affected overall.
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Synthetic opioids put police dogs at risk
Sgt. Scott Kivet thinks about overdose risks to his drug detection dog, Quori, every time they search a vehicle.
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Veterinary emergency, critical care groups hold symposium
23rd International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium, Sept. 13-17, Nashville, Tennessee
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Veterinary emergency, critical care groups hold symposium
22nd International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium
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Veterinary emergency, critical care groups hold symposium
21st International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium, Sept. 18-22, 2015, Washington, D.C.
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Banfield launches foundation with grant to AVMF
The Banfield Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, launched Oct. 6 with an inaugural $200,000 commitment over three years to the American…
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University of Georgia recognizes three alumni
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine recognized three alumni in late March with awards for service to the veterinary profession.
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Large animal practitioners grapple with fluid shortage
Large animal practitioners are grappling with a shortage of large-volume bags of polyionic fluids, separate from the ongoing shortage
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Veterinary emergency, critical care groups hold symposium
20th International Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Symposium, Sept. 10-14, 2014, Indianapolis
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Commissioned Corps officers honored
The U.S. Public Health Service honored three Commissioned Corps officers in September.
Circovirus in Dogs FAQ
This page answers pet owners' common questions about the recently discovered canine circovirus and its possible role in disease in dogs.
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.
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Tornado relief efforts spill into flood response
Responders in several states rush to aid animals impacted by twin disasters
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Congress works to support veterinarians and other first responders to bioterrorist threats
Congress works to support veterinarians and other first responders to bioterrorist threats