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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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HOD to deliberate on declawing
AVMA House of Delegates also to consider microchips, cribbing, use of technology
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AAFP updates guidelines on feline zoonoses
Many benefits come with having pet cats, according to the American Association of Feline Practitioners, but education is key to prevent transmission…
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American Animal Hospital Association
Members of the American Animal Hospital Association presented awards during Connexity by AAHA, Sept. 12-14, in Indianapolis.
Microchipping of animals as a means of identification
Explore the benefits of microchipping, different types of chips, their efficacy, tips for implantation and scanning, and the importance of registering…
Veterinary specialties
The AVMA’s American Board of Veterinary Specialties recognizes veterinary specialty organizations and specialties, promoting advanced levels of…
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Charity closes amid complaints of surgeries performed by nonveterinarians
An Atlanta-based charity that performed orthopedic surgeries on stray animals has shuttered following complaints from Georgia veterinarians that…
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New listings in AVMA Animal Health Studies Database
Below are some of the new listings of veterinary clinical studies in the AVMA Animal Health Studies Database.
Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates®
ECFVG certification is accepted by all state veterinary regulatory boards and the federal government as meeting, either in part or full, the…
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Alert: Hemostatic Bone Putty
Potential to ignite if contacted with electrosurgical cautery systems under certain conditions during surgery.
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Owners of brachycephalic dogs are a complicated lot
Most owners of Pugs, French Bulldogs, and Bulldogs believe their dog to be in very good health or the best health possible despite
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How technician usage drives practice efficiency and wellbeing
Veterinary technicians do crucial work that contributes to both patient care and practice economics. With National Veterinary Technician Week coming…
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CVTEA releases accreditation decisions, schools post updated test scores
The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities recently granted initial accreditation to two programs—Austin Peay State…
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Finding perspective on outdoor cats
“You probably came to this talk and expected me to just say, ‘Kill all the cats,’ right?” asked Dr. Renée Schott, medical director at the Wildlife…
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AVMA presents 2019 Excellence in Research Awards
Four veterinarians received the 2019 AVMA Excellence in Research Awards during the National Veterinary Scholars Symposium, held July 24-27 at…
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Arce and Faeh are in it to win it
Drs. José Arce and Sandra Faeh are candidates for 2020-21 AVMA president-elect and 2020-22 vice president, respectively.
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Convention-goers have monumental time in DC
AVMA Convention 2019, held Aug. 2-6 in Washington, D.C., was the location for more than 1,000 continuing education sessions, an expansive exhibit hall…
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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…
Mary Ergen, DVM
Dr. Mary Ergen, the District 3 representative on the AVMA Board of Directors, is a small animal practitioner from Tennessee.
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Awards honor four researchers for top-level achievement
Please join us in celebrating and congratulating four veterinarians whose outstanding research work and expertise have earned them recognition as…
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How to integrate a veterinary assistant into the health care team
A recent AVMA webinar led by Janet McConnell, a certified veterinary technician, focused on how to integrate a veterinary assistant into a veterinary…
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AVMA Board approves WVA Congress bid
The AVMA Board of Directors voted to approve submitting a letter of intent to host the 2022 World Veterinary Association Congress.
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New York becomes first state to outlaw cat declawing
Over the objections of many in the veterinary community, New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed legislation on July 22 making the Empire State the first…