Cause of equine hyperbaric oxygen chamber explosion in Florida remains unknown
Ocala, Fla. -- Formal certification and new operating procedures for hyperbaric oxygen therapy could
result from a Feb. 10 explosion at a Florida equine rehabilitation center that killed a 28-year-old woman and a
6-year-old Thoroughbred gelding.
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WHO: Influenza experts agree to postpone publication of H5N1 studies
Geneva, Switzerland -- It would be better to delay publishing recently contested studies on mutated
H5N1 viruses than to publish partial papers in order to address bioterrorism concerns, according to an expert group
recently convened by the World Health Organization (WHO).
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WVC keynote: How to kill stress in veterinary practice
Anxiety: It is literally holding you back from success, says management consultant Michael Staver
during a keynote presentation today at the Western Veterinary Conference (WVC).
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Texas A&M regents approve $120 million for veterinary hospital expansion, classrooms
College Station, Texas — Texas A&M University's (TAMU) Board of Regents
signed off on spending $120 million to expand its veterinary teaching hospital and construct a new building to
house classrooms and laboratory space.
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FDA warns veterinarians about safety concerns with use of unapproved, foreign-labeled dental X-ray
devices
Rockville, Md. -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a safety warning to veterinarians about
the use (and purchase) of some hand-held dental X-ray units sold over the Internet from foreign
sources.
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FDA to address veterinary antiparasitic use and resistance in equines, ruminants
Rockville, Md. -- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) plans to tackle anthelmintic resistance in
horses and ruminants during a two-day public meeting in March.
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Avian influenza veterinary researchers agree to stop studies for 60 days
Madison, Wis.-- Veterinary researchers, urged by international government officials to censor their
findings on the transmission of H5N1 influenza viruses due to risks of bioterrorism, have agreed to a two-month
moratorium on their studies.
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dvm360 iPad publication: Issue 8 now available
In this issue: Learn about Valentine's Day toxins; read why DVMs are protesting a spay-neuter clinic;
discover 3 expanding parasites; boost your revenue; heal the hurt of euthanasia; plus view videos, photos, and
more.
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Novartis resumes distribution of veterinary products from Nebraska plant
Greensboro, N.C. -- Novartis Animal Health is resuming the distribution and sale of a number of
veterinary products from a plant in Nebraska.
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Veterinarian Jody Lulich honored with 2012 Mark L. Morris, Sr. Lifetime Achievement Award
St. Paul, Minn.-- Veterinarian Jody Lulich of the University of Minnesota was honored with the 2012
Mark L. Morris, Sr., Lifetime Achievement Award.
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VCA's Vetstreet merges with ThinkPets
Los Angeles?Vetstreet announced today it is merging with ThinkPets, Inc., a provider of print and
digital pet-owner education and publisher of HealthyPet Magazine®.
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Indiana mulls reimbursement program for veterinarians who sterilize pets of Medicaid recipients
Indianapolis, Ind. -- Indiana lawmakers proposed a new animal sterilization program that would
reimburse veterinarians who spay or neuter dogs or cats owned by Medicaid recipients.
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A call to protest
Veterinarians converge on Mississippi shelter to address competitive pressures.
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Novartis issues alert to veterinarians regarding Clomicalm
East Hanover, N.J. -- Novartis Animal Health is warning veterinarians of a "rare
possibility" that a wrong tablet might be found in some 30-count bottles of Clomicalm®
(clomipramine hydrochloride) tablets.
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House of Delegates changes the way it approves bylaw amendments
BR>Schaumburg, Ill. — New rules regarding passage of bylaws amendments from
the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) now require a two-thirds vote for passage.
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Purina, Jenny Craig collaborate to fight pet obesity
St. Louis -- Nestlé Purina and Jenny Craig are collaborating on a program to help pets
and their owners lose weight.
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VetCentric acquired by Vets First Choice
Portland, Me --Vets First Choice acquired Maryland-based online veterinary pharmacy
VetCentric.
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Veterinarians confirm 17 cases at two locations in California equine herpesvirus outbreak
Equine herpesvirus has been confirmed in 17 horses at two locations in California.
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Hookworms: A veterinary practice's day of discovery
The veterinary staff at Tampa Palms Animal Hospital captured images of two adult hookworms using an
iPhone.
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University of Wisconsin names committee to find new veterinary school dean
Madison, Wis. -- A search committee has been appointed to assist University of Wisconsin-Madison's
administration in identifying and selecting the next dean of university's veterinary school.
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dvm360, DVM Newsmagazine, and Veterinary Economics named as finalists in national business journalism award
competition
dvm360.com, DVM Newsmagazine, Veterinary Economics, and the dvm360 iPad app have all been named
finalists in the 58th Annual Jesse H. Neal National Business Journalism Award. The Neals are considered to be the
highest honor for business-to-business magazines in the United States.
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Colorado State veterinarians take on novel equine herpesvirus study
Fort Collins, Colo. -- A Colorado State University (CSU) study will look at how equine herpesvirus
type 1 (EHV-1) may compromise the immune system immediately upon entering the ?gate? of a horse?s respiratory
system.
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California: 9 veterinary cases confirmed in new EHV-1 outbreak
Orange County, Calif. -- A new outbreak of the neurological form of equine herpesvirus (EHV-1) has
been confirmed by California authorities.
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Partnership for Preventive Pet Healthcare to unveil new data tools for veterinary practices
Orlando -- About 59 percent of veterinary professionals responding to a recent survey recognize the
economic and health problems associated with the decline in veterinary visits.
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Lawsuits threatened after catastrophic CSU fire; veterinary equine lab offers service credit with
waiver
Fort Collins, Colo. -- At least one client of Colorado State University's (CSU) Equine Reproduction
Laboratory (ERL) is looking at legal options following the catastrophic fire that destroyed the facility and all of
his genetic material stored there.
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North Carolina confirms first-ever case of EHV-1
Raleigh, N.C. -- North Carolina confirmed the state?s first-ever case of the neurologic form of equine
herpesvirus (EHV-1) Jan. 5.
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USDA announces closure of 259 agency offices
National Report -- The U.S. (USDA) Department of Agriculture will close 259 domestic offices,
according to a Jan. 9 announcement by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, including offices that employ
veterinarians.
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dvm360 iPad publication: Issue 7 now available
In this issue: Analyze trends for 2012; teach clients to administer subcutaneous fluids; perform a
skin biopsy; learn to thank your team; identify true leaders; crown the Hospital Design winner; plus videos,
photos, and more.
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FDA to prohibit certain uses of cephalosporin antibiotics in food animals
National Report -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an order Jan. 4 prohibiting certain
uses of cephalosporin antibiotics in food animals after April 5.
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Colorado State selects Disney's Dr. Mark Stetter as new veterinary college dean
Fort Collins, Colo. -- Colorado State University (CSU) announced today that Dr. Mark Stetter is the
new dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.
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Veterinary workforce study delayed for eighth time
Washington -- The release of a long-awaited national study on the veterinary workforce has been
delayed for the eighth time.
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Jobs outlook for 2012
As competition heats up on the costs, Midwestern veterinary graduates may be the target of recruiting
efforts.
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Some reviews of 'The Incredible Dr. Pol' reality show not so incredible
"The Incredible Dr. Pol" is earning praise from viewers, but veterinarians are
offering mixed reviews.
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Two more dry dog foods recalled over aflatoxin levels
National Report -- Two more dry dog foods have been recalled due to high aflatoxin levels, according
to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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Cause of death for NYC carriage horse inconclusive according to Cornell veterinarians
Cornell's veterinary college reports the cause of death was inconclusive for a New York City carriage
horse whose collapse stirred debate about the welfare of these horses in New York City.
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House of Delegates sets winter session agenda
Schaumburg, Ill. -- The American Veterinary Medical Association's (AVMA) House of Delegates (HOD) will
vote on two bylaw amendments and three resolutions at its winter session Jan. 6-8.
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Rabies alert issued for veterinarians in Ohio; South Carolina reports first human rabies case in 50
years
Veterinarians in Ohio were asked to remain vigilant about administering rabies vaccinations and take
precautions against exposure.
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Government advisory board asks veterinary researcher, scientific journal to restrict publication of avian
influenza research
A veterinarian and virologist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison veterinary school is at the
center of a controversy regarding censorship on a study about avian influenza viruses.
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Pennsylvania veterinarian, part-time police officer killed in line of duty
Calling hours continue today and funeral services will take place tomorrow for a veterinarian and
police officer who was killed in the line of duty Dec. 19.
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Purdue School of Veterinary Medicine prepares for name change
The Purdue School of Veterinary Medicine is getting a new name in 2012.
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PurinaCare readies national rollout of pet health wellness plans
PurinaCare plans first quarter 2012 launch of novel pet wellness program for veterinarians and pet
owners.
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Bayer reaches settlement with Cipla over trademark infringement claims
Shawnee, Kan. -- Bayer HealthCare reached settlements in its trademark infringement claims against
India-based Cipla Ltd. and Vanuatu-based Archipelago Suppliers, an operator of several websites. According to the
settlement, both companies have agreed to immediately stop selling products that infringe on
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American University of Antigua to close veterinary school after less than two years
Antigua, West Indies -- American University of Antigua's (AUA) veterinary school suspended classes for
2012 and announced it would close the school at the end of the semester.
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Advanced Animal Nutrition recalls dry dog foods because of aflatoxin levels
Thayer, Mo. -- Advanced Animal Nutrition recalled its Dog Power Dog Food products manufactured from
Jan. 4, 2011 through Nov. 18, 2011, due to high aflatoxin levels.
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Rising pet ownership will boost veterinary services market through 2016, study says
A Los Angeles-based research group is predicting nearly 3 percent growth for the veterinary services
market next year, fueled by rising pet ownership.
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Top 10 veterinary issues in 2011
Revisit the topics that changed the veterinary profession in 2011.
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Veterinarian pleads guilty to murder; will serve consecutive life sentences
Allentown, Pa. -- Veterinarian David Rapoport, 31, pleaded guilty Dec. 8 to murdering his pregnant
mistress and their unborn child, a move that will spare him the death penalty.
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Two dead at Virginia-Tech after shooting; veterinary college locked down
Blacksburg, Va. -- The veterinary college at Virginia-Tech is locked down after a gunman on campus
opened fire near, killing two.
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dvm360 iPad publication: Issue 6 now available
In this issue: Examine the top issues veterinarians faced in 2011; bust behavior myths; learn to
manage your manager; boost salaries; take a trip to South Africa; plus view videos, quizzes, photo galleries, and
more.
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Cargill recalls a year's worth of dry dog food because of aflatoxin levels
Lecompte, La. -- Cargill Animal Nutrition voluntarily recalled two brands of dry dog food manufactured
over the last year due to high aflatoxin levels.
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Proctor & Gamble recalls single lot of Iams dry dog food due to aflatoxin levels
Mason, Ohio -- The Proctor & Gamble Company (P&G) is voluntarily recalling a
single production lot of its Iams ProActive Health Smart Puppy dry dog food.
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Veterinarian, AVMA president René Carlson green lights Santa's reindeers
Schaumburg, Ill. -- American Veterinary Medical Association president Dr. René Carlson
recently okayed Santa's reindeers for duty on a recent YouTube video.
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AAVMC solicits applications for new executive director
Washington -- The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges is now seeking applications for
executive director, following the Oct. 31 resignation of veterinarian Marguerite Pappaioanou.
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Rabies observation could be ordered through New York veterinary hospitals
ALBANY, N.Y. — New York now requires animals that have been exposed to rabies to go
through a 10-day confinement and observation period in a secured facility, like a veterinarian's
office.
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States probe pay for DVMs
State survey shows some veterinarians make far below the national average.
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Michigan State cancels mobile spay/neuter clinic following competition complaints
MSU cancels mobile clinic partly in response to concerns about competition from local
DVMs.
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Oregon surveys veterinarians about scope of illegal practice
Salem, Ore. — Chiropractic treatment by non-veterinarians is believed to be the most
common form of "illegal practice" in Oregon, according to a new survey of veterinarians by the
Oregon Veterinary Medical Association (OVMA).
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Finding compromise: Veterinary practice negotiates settlement with state's environmental agency over
medical-waste disposal
Practice negotiates settlement with state's environmental agency over medical-waste
disposal.
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AAHA releases new anesthesia guidelines for canines, felines
AAHA offers new guidelines for anesthesizing dogs and cats.
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Veterinarian recounts Zanesville's tragic killing of 49 exotic, wild animals
Zanesville, Ohio — "One of the captains ... said to me, 'We all knew this was
going to end badly, we just didn't know how badly it would (end).'"
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2012 and beyond: Economic outlook clouded by a myriad of new challenges for veterinary practices
Economic outlook clouded by a myriad of new challenges for veterinary practices.
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Horse slaughter for meat could return to the United States
The door may have re-opened to horse slaughter, following a five-year federal ban.
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AAEP veterinary conference nets hike in attendance over last year
San Antonio, Texas -- Attendance jumped nearly 14 percent over last year at the 57th Annual Convention
of the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) in San Antonio Nov. 18-22.
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Cause of fire 'undetermined' at CSU equine veterinary lab
Fort Collins, Colo. -- The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) could not
pinpoint the cause of a July fire that ripped through Colorado State University's (CSU) Equine Reproduction
Laboratory office building, according to a recent report.
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AAEP launches $1 million veterinary campaign for equine laminitis research
Lexington, Ky. -- A $1 million campaign to fund veterinary laminitis research in horses was recently
unveiled by the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP).
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Heska's Inspiration in Action contest goes to final stage of voting
Loveland, Colo. -- Five finalists have been named for Heska Corp.'s 2012 Inspiration in Action
contest.
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Three parvovirus cases confirmed at Occupy San Francisco camp
San Francisco -- The San Francisco SPCA is urging Occupy San Francisco protesters to keep their dogs
at home in light of three veterinary cases of canine parvovirus.
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ASPCA and New York City advocacy groups call for reforms to city's carriage horse industry
New York, N.Y. -- ASPCA and other advocacy groups hosted a rally to announce their support of
legislation calling for a phase-out of horse carriages in Manhattan.
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Ohio task force recommends ban on dangerous, wild animal ownership
Columbus, Ohio -- An Ohio task force proposed a ban on owning dangerous, exotic animals in the state
by 2014.
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FDA issues health warning to veterinarians, pet owners about chicken jerky products from China
Rockville, Md. -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a warning about chicken jerky
products imported from China, after seeing an increase in dog illnesses over the last 12 months.
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FDA files notice of appeal over veterinary compounding ruling
Ocala, Fla. -- The federal government appealed the September decision of a Florida district court that
ruled the U.S. Food and Drug Administration overstepped its authority when it tried to shut down a veterinary
compounding pharmacy.
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FDA okays first veterinary drug to treat Cushing's disease in horses
Rockville, Md. -- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) just approved the veterinary drug Prascend
(pergolide mesylate for the control of clinical signs associated with Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction (PPID
or Equine Cushing's disease) in horses.
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California scales back illegal veterinary dentistry services
Sacramento, Calif. -- Groomers will no longer be able to include dental scaling on their list of
services in California.
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U.S. Equestrian Federation modifies veterinary rules on NSAID use in competition horses
Lexington, Ky. -- The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) amended its therapeutic drug rule to
restrict use to a single non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
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DVM exclusive: Dr. Pamela Corey speaks out about her suspension from ASPCA
Dr. Pamela Corey speaks out for the first time about her suspension from ASPCA over her comments about
a carriage horse's death.
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ASPCA veterinarian suspended without pay after clarifying comments on NYC carriage horse death
The Teamsters are among those calling for the reinstatement of Dr. Pamela Corey.
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COE calls on veterinary schools to better evaluate skills of students after graduation
AVMA's Council on Education (COE) is proposing that veterinary schools adopt a system to better
evaluate the skills of veterinary students.
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MU sells research and diagnostic lab to IDEXX for $43 million
Columbia, Mo. -- The University of Missouri College of Veterinary Medicine (MU) announced Nov. 7 that
is has agreed to sell its research and diagnostic laboratory (RADIL) to IDEXX Laboratories for $43
million.
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dvm360 iPad publication: Issue 5 now available
The editors of dvm360.com have announced that the fifth digital issue is now available for download
inside the dvm360 iPad app. The first and only veterinary digital publication designed specifically for the iPad,
the dvm360 app offers you everything you need to succeed in veterinary practice right on your iPad.
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AVMA warns veterinarians about credit card services scam
Schaumburg, Ill. -- The American Veterinary Medical Association is warning veterinarians about a
possible scam involving a credit card processing company.
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National Academy of Sciences says veterinary workforce study is coming
Washington -- The National Academy of Sciences says its long-awaited study on veterinary workforce
trends is still slated for a fall 2011 release, but no official date has been set.
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CSU, University of Alaska explore new veterinary degree partnership
Fairbanks, Alaska -- The University of Alaska Fairbanks is moving forward on a new partnership that
will secure its students seats in Colorado State University's veterinary program.
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FDA's Center for Veterinary Medicine unveils national initiative to test pet food for Salmonella
contamination
Rockville, Md. -- FDA launched a national initiative to collect and analyze samples of pet foods, pet
treats and other pet supplements for Salmonella contamination.
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Veterinarian stars in National Geographic Wild reality series called 'The Incredible Dr. Pol'
See exclusive video clips and view photos with fun facts about veterinarian Jan Pol starring in a
National Geographic Wild reality show.
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Photo gallery: Novel veterinary surgical technique helps lengthen dog's leg
In this photo gallery, veterinary surgeon Scott Palmer demonstrates how he straightened and lengthened
a disfigured leg of a Great Dane puppy by using a novel surgical technique.
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'We think' are still the two most dangerous words in veterinary medicine
San Diego--Money spent on veterinary care is going to be flat for the next three to five years, says
veterinary management expert Brian Conrad.
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Live from CVC San Diego: Evaluating your behavior will help you become a better veterinary leader
San Diego--Veterinarians need to take time to critically assess their interactions with clients and
staff so they can become better leaders within their practices.
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Veterinary challenge: Occupy the Internet to build credible information for pet owners
San Diego--Media personality Dr. Marty Becker issued a new challenge to veterinarians today: Reclaim
the Internet when it comes to animal health information.
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Antimicrobial use in food-producing animals up more than 1 percent, FDA says
Rockville, Md. -- Antimicrobial use in food-producing animals is up nearly 7 percent over last year,
according to new estimates from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
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Michigan State warns of leptospirosis outbreak around Detroit
Detroit -- Over the last three weeks, more than 20 cases of leptospirosis have been reported in
Detroit-area dogs.
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Dr. Elaine Watson named new dean at Ross University veterinary school
St. Kitts, West Indies -- Dr. Elaine Watson was named the new dean of the Ross University School of
Veterinary Medicine.
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Euthanasia down, adoptions up at North American welfare organizations
Oakville, Ontario -- The number of cats and dogs euthanized by North American animal welfare
organizations declined 12 percent and 3 percent, respectively, over the last year.
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Ohio to review exotic animal ownership rules following release, killing of 49 exotic species, including
lions and tigers
Columbus, Ohio -- After the killing of 49 exotic animals last week, Ohio's governor is calling on
agencies to track wild animal ownership and craft new rules.
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Pennsylvania considers tax credit to encourage dog and cat adoptions
Harrisburg, Pa. -- New legislation in Pennsylvania aims to boost dog and cat adoption rates by
offering a tax credit to residents.
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WSU, USDA pay tribute to veterinarian, researcher John R. Gorham
Pullman, Wash. ? The flags at Washington State University (WSU) were flown at half mast yesterday to
pay tribute to veterinarian and researcher John R. Gorham after his recent passing.
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ASPCA calls on Ohio to restrict sales, ownership of dangerous exotic animals
Zanesville, Ohio --The American Society of Protection of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) called yesterday's
killing of escaped exotics a "horrific incident" and called on Ohio's Governor John Kasich to issue
an emergency order restricting the sale and possession of exotic animals.
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Veterinarians enlisted to help capture escaped and dangerous zoo animals from Ohio sanctuary
Zanesville, Ohio -- Four veterinarians are on the scene here to help local law enforcement trap dozens
of dangerous and exotic zoo animals that escaped from a local animal preserve yesterday.
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New USDA rule closes loophole on transporting horses in double-deck trailers; veterinary groups support
action
National Report — A new rule further curtailing the use of double-deck trailers to
transport horses bound for slaughter is being applauded by veterinary groups.
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UF veterinarians offer alternative treatment for severe heartworm cases
Gainesville, Fla. -- Veterinarians at the University of Florida say they can perform surgical removal
of heartworms in severe cases.
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AAHA acquires My Veterinary Career
Lakewood, Colo. -- The American Animal Hospital Assocation (AAHA) has acquired the assets of My
Veterinary Career (MVC) in an effort to lower a reported 30 percent rate of turnover in the veterinary
profession.
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