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U.S. Congress introduces legislation calling for grants, fellowships to aid veterinary education

June 30, 2009

Bill targets shortage of veterinarians in public health, underserved areas.

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Pet insurance CE course slated for AVMA meeting

June 28, 2009

Seattle -- The AVMA GHLIT will offer a preview of its pet health insurance continuing-education course at the annual convention in Seattle next month.

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AVMA again backs fish-throwing program despite PETA threat

June 24, 2009

Schaumburg, Ill. -- After AVMA reiterated its decision to move forward with a motivational fish-tossing presentation by the Pike Place Fish Market fishmongers at the AVMA convention next month, PETA threatened to "out" those in attendance.

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Fish will fly at AVMA convention

June 15, 2009

Schaumburg, Ill. -- The Pike Place fishmongers will perform as planned during the AVMA's annual convention in Seattle.

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AVMA not yet biting on PETA protest

June 11, 2009

The AVMA hasn't bitten on PETA's request to change a planned fish-throwing demonstration at its annual meeting next month.

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Preparing for the worst

June 1, 2009

National Report — To better coordinate animal-rescue efforts during times of disaster, a decade-old "statement of understanding" between the AVMA, AVMF and the American Red Cross is now formalized.

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Longtime JAVMA editor Audin dies

June 1, 2009

Schaumburg, Ill. — JAVMA Editor-in-Chief Janis H. Audin died April 22 following a three-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

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AVMA remains opposed to mandatory sterilization

June 1, 2009

As more governments look to enforce mandatory sterilization, the AVMA is standing firm in its opposition to the programs.

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AVMA dues hike averted — this year

June 1, 2009

AVMA members will not pay higher dues next year, the Executive Board decided.

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