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Changes in agriculture place new demands on rural veterinarians

April 1, 2009

National Report — While the shortage of rural veterinarians across the country is palpable, the number of people needed isn't.

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New study compares changes in compliance

March 27, 2009

Lakewood, Colo. -- Since 2002, veterinarians have realized that they play as much a role in compliance as pet owners, and compliance levels have increased as a result, according to a new study.

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AVMA, AVMF, Red Cross agreement

March 25, 2009

Schaumburg, Ill. -- 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 has been formalized.

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HSUS sues Petland over alleged sales of unhealthy puppies

March 25, 2009

Phoenix -- The Humane Society of the United States filed a class-action lawsuit against Petland Inc. and the Hunte Corp. for allegedly selling "unhealthy puppy-mill puppies to unsuspecting customers."

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Service dogs eligible for free eye exams

March 23, 2009

Meridian, Idaho -- The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists is offering up its services in May to a group that never fails in its service to others.

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ACVS welcomes 65 new diplomates

March 19, 2009

Germantown, Md. -- The American College of Veterinary Surgeons added 65 new diplomates who passed the latest board-certification exam, the ACVS announced.

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AVMA marketing director steps down

March 13, 2009

Schaumberg, Ill. -- Jim Flanigan, director of marketing with AVMA for the past seven years, has left the association for the Society of Critical Care Medicine, a human health organization.

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AVMA urges Congress to adopt mandatory NAIS

March 12, 2009

Washington -- A mandatory animal identification tracking system is the most effective way to minimize an animal disease outbreak.

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Pharmaceutical research foundation created with $10,000 donation

March 11, 2009

National Report - The first research foundation dedicated to veterinary pharmacology has been created through start-up funds from the American Academy of Pharmacology and Therapeutics (AAVPT).

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