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USDA takes steps to battle CWD
Chronic wasting disease survey and certification program in the works posted June 1, 2005 The Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant…
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Let's talk about pot
California has become the first state in the nation to allow veterinarians to legally talk with clients about cannabis as a treatment option for pets.
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AVMF adds to its charitable programs
The American Veterinary Medical Foundation launched a new fund during the AVMA Annual Convention
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Veterinary Leadership Experience: equipping students to realize their potential
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AVMA backs proposal strengthening horse transportation regulations
The AVMA is supporting an amendment to commercial transportation regulations that would extend federal protections afforded
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No raw milk sales in Wisconsin; new website focuses on risks
The governor of the Dairy State has vetoed a bill that would allow farms to sell unpasteurized milk to consumers, while a group of veterinarians and…
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Fines, cleanup, and warnings follow waste violations
An egg production company agreed to pay about $5.4 million in fines, cleanup costs, and construction costs to settle
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Q fever outbreak affects people, goats in West
A Q fever outbreak affected goats on at least 16 farms in Washington and Montana and caused at least 15 human illnesses, federal
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Zoos vaccinate animals against SARS-CoV-2
Vaccination of animals at the San Diego Zoo against SARS-CoV-2 and infections with the virus in big cats at zoos globally were the subjects of two…
Traveling With Exotics Such as Rabbits, Ferrets, Small Rodents, and Others
When considering interstate or international travel for your exotic pet, plan ahead because some preparations may need to start months in advance.
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Responders prepared for oil, but impact unclear
Veterinarians waited for patients as an undersea well spewed oil and added to an expansive slick in the Gulf of Mexico.
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Warning added to euthanasia products
The FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine is adding an environmental warning to labels of pentobarbital-containing euthanasia
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The risky business of global animal movement
Likely sources of another pandemic are being scrutinized like never before, including the global movement of animals via international trade and…
International Veterinary Opportunities in Africa - SAVMA IVSA
International Opportunities for Veterinary Students SAVMA Chapter of the International Veterinary Student Association - Africa
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Rabies control efforts funded
The Commodity Credit Corporation has transferred $5.4 million to the Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health
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Phi Zeta presents research awards
Phi Zeta, the international honor society of veterinary medicine, recently presented awards to authors of two research manuscripts among submissions…
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DEA proposes changes to reporting controlled substance loss
The Drug Enforcement Administration is proposing to amend regulations to clarify its policy regarding registrant reporting
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USDA shows off a facility for research
The U.S. Department of Agriculture dedicated a high-containment large animal facility in Ames that combines several research buildings.
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Rottweiler study links ovaries with exceptional longevity
The study, published in the December 2009 issue of the journal Aging Cell, found that Rottweilers that were spayed after they were 6 years old were…
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Efforts being sustained to promote diversity
The push for greater cultural competence in the veterinary profession continued to gain momentum this year thanks to efforts by the veterinary…
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World community ready to aid Japan's animal relief efforts
At press time in late March, the international community awaited word on how they could support animal rescue and relief efforts in Japan following…
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Advocating for necessary veterinary medical therapy
The AVMA supports animal care policies that allow for judicious use of safe and effective antimicrobial therapies or other medications by…
Transporting Livestock
Thousands of livestock animals are transported every day across the U.S. When considering interstate or international travel for your livestock, plan…