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Farm bill delivers victory for veterinary medicine
The nation’s new farm bill creates critical programs to improve animal health and enhance the nation’s ability to prevent and respond to animal…
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Students win grand prize for pet care innovation
Imagine a product that rewards pet owners for taking their dog on walks and reminds them to schedule a checkup with the veterinarian or to give the…
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More opioids available to veterinarians during ongoing shortage
The Food and Drug Administration announced Dec. 13 that the agency has worked with Pfizer Inc. to help alleviate a shortage of certain injectable…
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AVMA presents Excellence Awards for 2019
During AVMA Convention 2019 this August in Washington, D.C., a number of individuals received AVMA Excellence Awards for contributions in areas such…
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States shift from travel health form with no one clear alternative
Fulfilling requests from clients for health forms for their pets when travelling domestically may not be as simple as it used to be, now that states…
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3 AVMA award recipients announced
Three people who have made important contributions to animal welfare, human-animal interaction, and veterinary medicine will be honored together at…
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Sessions address twice-a-year veterinary visits
Twice-a-year veterinary visits for pets—particularly cats—were the subject of several sessions July 15 at the AVMA Annual Convention in Hawaii.
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Webinar provides update on jerky treats
AVMA members can access an archived webinar providing an update on the Food and Drug Administration’s investigation into illnesses
Seek Advice on Backyard Poultry
Advice for small animal veterinarians who are asked to provide veterinary care for backyard poultry flocks. Relates to backyard poultry resource.
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The hidden ecosystem of the gut microbiome
Millions of bacteria live in the gastrointestinal tract of animals, including cats, dogs, and humans.
Your Pet's Medications
Provides basic information for pet owners about pet medications and their safe use.
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In Short
Osteosarcoma is genetically similar in dogs and human children, according to a study published July 19 in the journal Communications Biology by Tufts…
Backyard Poultry: Know the Legalities Regarding Treatment Options
Even if a goose, chicken or other poultry is kept as a pet, it is classified and regulated as a food animal species by the FDA.
Rodenticides: Clinical aspects
Information about rodenticides and rodenticide poisoning for veterinarians and veterinary professionals.
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Groups provide new guidance on antimicrobials
The AVMA, Canadian VMA, and Federation of Veterinarians of Europe are calling for continuous monitoring of antimicrobial use and resistance at a…
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Board revises acclimation certificates, other forms
Veterinarians should provide an acclimation certificate only as an attachment to a certificate of veterinary inspection
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Cancer center receives large donation
A family has pledged $10 million to the Colorado State University Flint Animal Cancer Center, which is the single largest contribution in the center’s…
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Government, welfare groups encourage emergency preparedness
The AVMA is partnering with the Department of Homeland Security, American Kennel Club, American Society for the Prevention of
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Dogs may not talk, but their collars can
Activity trackers are wearable electronic devices containing sensors that detect movement.
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Staying Afloat
Pet health insurance has grown more popular, although its use is still not widespread.
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More pets, more debt?
Study looks at link between propensity for taking in animals, financial decision-making
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How to thrive in practice
The AVMA held a roundtable of thought leaders in March to discuss "Thriving in Clinical Practice."
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'We do one thing, and one thing only'
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals' Spay/Neuter Alliance is working to reduce the number of unwanted animals by
Practice management
Thriving in veterinary practice means consistently achieving goals and growth, while maintaining balance in all aspects of our lives. AVMA can help…
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AVMA survey measures income trends to 2007
Veterinarians' incomes continued to increase from 2005-2007, though few expect incomes to increase as much from 2007-2009.