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Hidden wildlife
Nobody knows how many privately owned wild animals are living in captivity in Ohio.
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Morris awards grants for wildlife, equine research
Morris Animal Foundation announced in late September that it has awarded $850,000 in support of wildlife research through grants to
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Wildlife policies stress education, captivity requirements
In June, the AVMA began more strongly encouraging education for those who would privately own potentially dangerous wildlife as well as endorsing…
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UNDER REVIEWImportation and interstate movement of wildlife, aquatic, and non-native animals
The AVMA recommends regulations governing the importation and interstate movement of wildlife, aquatic, and non-native animal species when there is…
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Conserving habitats, ecosystems everywhere key to saving wildlife
The romantic vision of habitat and ecosystem conservation is rather different from the reality.
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One Health, wildlife see wins in federal funding
The spending package approved to fund the federal government through the remainder of fiscal year (FY) 2021 provides major wins for veterinarians.
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Tactics analyzed in fighting remaining brucellosis infections
Lingering cases connected with wildlife exposure
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UNDER REVIEWWildlife-livestock interactions
The AVMA supports use of science-based evidence and peer-reviewed research to direct wildlife-livestock management policies, and funding to research…
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Running dry in Texas
A severe drought in Texas and neighboring states is causing health problems for cattle and some wild animals as well as raising costs for cattle…
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Texas joins states with bovine trichomoniasis regulations
The nation's largest cattle-producing state is the latest to adopt regulations to try to control the spread of a bovine disease that reduces calf…
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.
Transporting Livestock
Thousands of livestock animals are transported every day across the U.S. When considering interstate or international travel for your livestock, plan…
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Tuberculosis Eradication in Bovidae and Cervidae in the United States
The AVMA urges the USDA to continue partnering with public and private agencies and stakeholders to respond to, control, and eliminate tuberculosis in…
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Virginia-Maryland names two distinguished alumnae
The Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine announced Sept. 27 that it has recognized two alumnae with its 2018 distinguished alumni awards.
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Ownership and/or possession and appropriate disposition of wild and exotic pet species or their hybrids
The AVMA is concerned with animal welfare, husbandry, infectious diseases, public health and safety, and environmental impacts associated with…
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USDA: No known brucellosis infections in U.S. cattle
No U.S. cattle herds are known to be infected with brucellosis, and all states are listed as class-free for the disease
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USDA ends some brucellosis research
Animal health authorities ended a brucellosis research project in two states after determining that regulations on biological threats require…
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New policy addresses threat of lead toxicosis
The AVMA has adopted a policy supporting efforts to mitigate the harmful effects of lead exposure on people, animals, and the environment.
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Brucellosis
Continued support for disease control efforts toward the ultimate elimination of brucellosis should remain a national priority.
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Glickman declares bovine tuberculosis emergency
TAKE NOTICE Glickman declares bovine tuberculosis emergency Agriculture Secretary Dan Glickman signed a…
Animal carcass disposal
Determine the best means of disposal for animal carcasses, tissues, and body parts.
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USAHA supports livestock identification plan, bolstering security for food supply
Support for the draft U.S. Animal Identification Plan was one of 30 resolutions the organization approved
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Restricting ownership of wild animals
Ohio residents have received or sought permits to continue owning about 300 primates
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1975 - 1985
In the decade that saw the glitter fade from disco, JAVMA carried articles that were of practical value—reports of new techniques and procedures, drug…