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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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USDA developing H5 vaccine
Federal agriculture researchers are developing a poultry-use vaccine against the highly pathogenic H5 influenza strains that have infected poultry and…
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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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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Bird flu spreads across US, killing poultry and wild birds
The highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza virus spreading across North America is killing not only millions of poultry but also untold thousands of…
Animal carcass disposal
Determine the best means of disposal for animal carcasses, tissues, and body parts.
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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…
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AVMA supports bills on horse trailers, research
The AVMA will push Congress to pass legislation that would forbid transporting horses across state lines in double-deck trailers.
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Online newsletter a resource on agricultural animals, fish
The Agricultural Research Service of the Department of Agriculture posts a quarterly online newsletter
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47M birds dead in flu outbreak
More than 10 percent of U.S. chickens raised to produce eggs were killed this spring by or because of a highly pathogenic avian influenza virus.
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APHIS urges disease control around all poultry
Preventing disease in poultry requires daily work from every poultry owner, said Dr. Alan Huddleston,
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Auburn is home to new agro- and biodefense program
The Animal Health and Agro-/Bio-Defense Program at Auburn University is a new element in the national network of U.S. government agencies and…
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Ohio restricting wild animal ownership
Starting in September, most Ohio residents will be unable to collect or sell wild animals that the state deems to be dangerous.
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Songbirds, rodents not likely vectors in avian influenza outbreak
Songbirds and rodents are unlikely to have transmitted highly pathogenic avian influenza onto farms in 2014 and 2015, according to findings in a…
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Quality-of-life assessment for exotic pets
When working with exotic pets, there are several considerations to take into account, including the animal’s environment, diet, behavior, company,…
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U.S. could use hyperthermia, asphyxia to fight bird flu
Federal agriculture authorities may elect to kill some bird flocks through combined hyperthermia and asphyxia in their efforts to save other flocks…
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Devastating viruses disappeared in wild birds
The influenza viruses that killed 50 million chickens and turkeys during 2014 and 2015 have disappeared from wild birds, according to a recent…
Safe handling of pet food and pet treats
Commercial pet food and treats can provide healthy diets and tasty rewards for pets but need to be handled with health and safety in mind. Just like…