JAVMA news
Enduring, but in reduced numbers
Veterinarians who work with the beef and dairy industries will need to offer different services as consolidation in those industries
JAVMA news
Proposal calls for changes in antimicrobial use
The Food and Drug Administration hopes a guide and draft guide on antimicrobial use and availability
JAVMA news
AVMF scholarship winners announced
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation announced Aug. 5 during its board of directors meeting in San Diego
JAVMA news
New policy addresses FMD outbreak scenario
As a proactive move, the AVMA Executive Board approved a new policy during its Nov. 15-17, 2012, meeting that will be sent to the federal government…
Antimicrobial use and resistance: FAQs for pet owners
AVMA's antimicrobial FAQs provide science-based information to help you make educated decisions about the use of antibiotics and other antimicrobial…
JAVMA news
Cephalosporin use restricted in livestock
The Food and Drug Administration is increasing restrictions on extralabel use of cephalosporin-class antimicrobials in most food animals starting…
JAVMA news
A bucking-bull veterinarian in the making
When Dr. Gary D. Warner asked his daughter Kelly why she wanted to be a large animal veterinarian over anything anything else, he wasn’t necessarily…
JAVMA news
Looking ahead
Dr. Clark K. Fobian, District VII representative to the AVMA Executive Board, will likely be elected AVMA president-elect by the AVMA House of…
JAVMA news
Forum explores factors key to new graduate success
Recent veterinary graduates, employers, and college deans convened this summer during the AVMA Annual Convention in San Diego
JAVMA news
State cuts put colleges in precarious situation
Findings from the 2012 AAVMC Advocacy Survey were presented during a closed-door economic meeting by AVMA and veterinary college officials this…
Controlled substances in veterinary practice
The veterinary toolbox includes vital medications that are regulated as controlled substances. Here's what veterinarians and veterinary teams need to…
Animal Agriculture Liaison Committee
The Animal Agriculture Liaison Committee advises on and develops animal agriculture policy and recommendations for submission to the AVMA Board of…
JAVMA news
USAHA wants more work on federal programs, rules
USAHA asks federal authorities to invest more to guard against livestock diseases and let veterinarians transport and use controlled
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'