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AVMA backing helps reignite push for stronger dog import standards
The Healthy Dog Importation Act would strengthen importation standards to ensure that all dogs entering the country are healthy and not at risk to…
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AVMA updates model document for rabies control laws
Previously known as the Model Rabies Control Ordinance, the document is a critical resource that helps state and local governments write or rewrite…
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What’s happening on Capitol Hill: Advocacy update
Legislation backed by the AVMA would strengthen dog importation requirements, add resources to monitor the health of dogs entering the United States,…
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Dog importation bill would better protect animals and people
AVMA worked with lawmakers to get the Healthy Dog Importation Act reintroduced in Congress. The legislation would reduce the spread of dangerous…
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CDC temporarily suspends dog import from nations at high rabies risk
The announcement is an effort to ensure the health and safety of dogs imported into the U.S. and to protect public health. The temporary suspension…
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New law benefits military working dogs, pets
AVMA helped secure the federal law, which will improve the health and welfare of military working dogs and promote responsible dog ownership on…
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DOT issues final rule on air travel with service animals
Strong veterinary influence is apparent in the new rule issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation related to transporting service and emotional…
Antimicrobial-resistant pathogens affecting animal health
The AVMA has worked with experts to identify bacteria affecting multiple animal species for which there is evidence of antimicrobial resistance. The…
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NVSL reports SARS-CoV-2 test results on Pug
Tests conducted by the USDA National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) were unable to verify SARS-CoV-2 infection in a pet Pug in North…