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Too close to tragedy
By: Julie Scheidegger
Veterinarians who raced in Boston Marathon ask "what if?"
Fast forward for veterinary school
By: Portia Stewart, Contributing Author
The University of Arizona is exploring a veterinary school that's faster with more intensity. If the plan passes, students could obtain a degree in four or five years instead of eight—and potentially halve their debt.
Walking horse trainer charged with aggravated cruelty after USDA raid
By: Julie Scheidegger
Veterinarian, investigators seize 19 horses found to be sore in Larry Wheelon's barn.
The Internet Vet: Texas DVM claims license suspension violates free speech
By: Julie Scheidegger
The Institute for Justice has taken up the cause of Dr. Ron Hines, suspended after dispensing veterinary ?advice? through his website, claiming it violates his right to free speech.
Ex-veterinarian charged with 48 counts of animal cruelty in New Mexico
By: Julie Scheidegger
Clopton ordered to pay $27,000 for care of seized dogs; evidence points to practicing without license.
Failed TNR legislation in Fla. prompts tense debate over feral cats
By: Julie Scheidegger
Veterinarians form foundation, offer alternative to TNR.
Veterinary Emergency Team cares for more animals found within West, Texas, response site
By: Julie Scheidegger
Many residents are reporting lost pets after Wednesday?s explosion.
Q&A: The importance of a personal veterinary-client-patient relationship
By: Andrew Roark, DVM, MS
Dr. Andrew Roark says despite all the advances in technology, until pets can talk, the physical exam is still essential.
Studies call neutering of pets into question
By: Heather Biele, DVM
Research highlights sterilization downside, spurs discussion in veterinary community.
Veterinary caucus introduces bill to protect mobile practitioners
By: Julie Scheidegger
HR 1528 would exempt veterinarians from DEA restrictions on transporting controlled substances.
AVMA workforce study identifies 12.5 percent excess capacity in veterinary services
By: Julie Scheidegger
Veterinary Workforce Simulation Model introduced to gather key data to better understand profession and its economic woes.
Atopic or allergic dermatitis most common canine health condition in 2012
VPI reveals top 10 canine, feline veterinary diagnoses.
Sentinel Flavor Tabs reintroduced to veterinary market
Novartis parasiticide has been out of production since December 2011.
Human CRE infections are 'untreatable,' experts say
By: Ed Kane, PhD
How will this latest superbug impact veterinary patients?
AAHA, AAFP release fluid therapy guidelines for veterinarians
Guidelines designed to provide practitioners with practical recommendations for choosing and administering fluids.
Nine veterinary hospitals designated as national trauma center network
Teaching hospitals, specialty clinics to pioneer improved treatment outcomes in trauma cases.
Eat, pray, practice: Veterinary medicine in India
By: Ashley Barforoush, Associate Content Specialist
This veterinarian's journey came full circle when he returned to India to open the first private veterinary college in his homeland.
Pets and Vets: Orphaned in wildfire, bobcat released back into the wild
'Chips' was found last summer in a wildfire in Plumas National Forest.
Vetsulin reintroduced to U.S. veterinary market
Merck's insulin for diabetic dogs, cats back after FDA concerns led to shortage, then disappearance of product from market.
FidoPharm launches fipronil-permethrin combination product
PetArmorPro Advanced will be sold over the counter at Walmart.
Veterinarian's sex crime costs new practice owners
New York veterinary practice awarded lost revenue after previous owner's conviction for soliciting sex from a minor.
Additional funding OK'd for Kansas biolab
By: Julie Scheidegger
Price tag now tops $1.2 billion.
Ala. veterinary board accepts AAHA accreditation in lieu of inspection
Hospitals that meet AAHA's 900-plus standards will be exempt from state board inspection.
Price tag of federal bio-defense lab rises for Kansas
Funds for high-risk NBAF project secured in 2014 federal budget, but not without request for state matching funds.
Federal agencies seek input on plan for veterinary oversight of antimicrobial use
Producers who once ordered drugs direct from manufacturer will now need veterinary prescription.
University of Florida chooses James Lloyd as new veterinary school dean
Former Michigan State associate dean has a background in large animal medicine, economics.
Virbac recalls six lots Iverhart Plus Flavored Chewables
Recalled lots did not meet standards over the life of the product.
Humor
How veterinary clients ruin everything
By: Michael A. Obenski, DVM
So you've crafted the perfect schedule. Too bad pet owners have to show up and wreck it.
How do veterinarians even function?
By: Bo Brock, DVM
I really worry about some of my veterinary clients. And I know lots of people worry about me.
Equine
Immune system development in foals
By: Ed Kane, PhD
In Part 1 of this series, an equine veterinary research team explains two key immune factors—transfer of proinflammatory cytokines to the foal and the foal's ability to respond to antigens.
The trouble with Friesians
By: Kenneth L. Marcella, DVM
With a recent spike in popularity—and more than 100 years of tight inbreeding—these horses are developing serious breed-specific conditions.
Okla. authorities seize more than 60 horses, up to 30 carcasses in animal cruelty case
By: Julie Scheidegger
Carolyn Vaughn claimed to be running rescue operation.
Featured Contributor
Why you shouldn't follow your passion
By: Michael Paul, DVM
Are you barking up the wrong tree by leading with what you love in life, rather than what you're good at?
Hey, veterinarians: It's time to get our sexy back
By: Jeremy Campfield, DVM
These tips can spice up your professional life now and build stamina for the years to come.
Your time = your money
By: Gerald Snyder, VMD
Want to realize a return on your veterinary school investment? It's as simple as charging for your services—all of them.
Refusing to euthanize a healthy pet
By: Marc Rosenberg, VMD
Should a veterinarian end an animal's life if there are options for a bright future?
Three veterinary hospital construction nightmares—and how to avoid them
By: Christopher J. Allen, DVM, JD
Expanding your veterinary practice into a new facility doesn't have to keep you awake at night—if you take necessary precautions ahead of time.
Small Animal
Orthodontic solutions: What to do with that bite
By: Jan Bellows, DVM, DAVDC, DABVP
An overview on how to address malocclusion and other orthodontic problems in pets.
Do concurrent diseases affect pancreatitis testing?
By: Anthony P. Carr, Dr. med. vet., DACVIM
A look at research into this important question that can impact your diagnostic approach.
Our Previous Issue
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Veterinary parasitologists warn of high tick risk
By: Heather Biele, DVM
Conditions favorable for parasite populations to thrive; year-round preventives urged.
Rodenticide manufacturer defies EPA, requests hearing on anticoagulant use
By: Julie Scheidegger
Veterinary toxicology expert prefers banned poison over new neurotoxin.
California Horse Racing Board identifies Purina horse feed contaminated with zilpaterol
By: Julie Scheidegger
Purina says it is fully cooperating with investigation; racing board hopes to prevent horses from ingesting the banned substance.
Oklahoma OKs horse slaughter for human consumption
Federal legislation would prohibit domestic slaughter and export of live horses.
AAHA says veterinary hospitals can grow revenue despite economy
Data suggests focusing on clients and preventive care could bring profession an additional $350 million.
Veterinary professor charged with felony animal neglect sentenced on lesser charge
By: Julie Scheidegger
Patricia Schenck avoids jail time but incurs more than $10,000 in fines and restitution.
Ross University anticipates $31 million veterinary school expansion
Veterinary school expansion includes purchase of 24 acres of land for $6 million.
Veterinarians lend a hand in horse health
By: Ashley Barforoush, Associate Content Specialist
Rural Veterinary Experience Teaching and Service (RVETS) travels to rural communities that rely on horses to survive.
Janet Donlin named CEO of AVMA PLIT
PLIT assists member veterinarians with malpractice insurance and other business-related protections.
Data package: What's happening to your pharmacy income?
Pharmacy income is a significant source of revenue for most veterinary practices, but market forces are changing the picture for the future.
WVC names David Little new CEO; Guy Pidgeon to retire in June
Western Veterinary Conference announces David Little will replace retiring CEO Guy Pidgeon, DVM, DACVIM.
Purina identifies window of zilpaterol contamination at Turlock, Calif., plant
Racing board lifts ban on feed made after March 27.
U.S. representatives reach across the aisle to form veterinary caucus
Veterinarians-turned-politicians plan to give bipartisan support to veterinary health issues.
Pets and Vets:UC-Davis opens $58.5 million veterinary research facility
Large research enterprise to focus on animal and human health.
Pethealth plans to acquire certain assets of PurinaCare
$800,000 deal will be for approximately 12,000 policyholders.
N.Y. veterinarian, assemblyman caught with marijuana
Veterinarian stopped for speeding, arrested for drug possesion.
Texas Supreme Court rejects emotional damages case
State high court upholds 122-year-old precedent maintaining pets as personal property.
Alabama veterinarians take sides on nonprofit spay-neuter clinics
By: Julie Scheidegger
Bills introduced in state legislature would determine extent of nonprofit clinic limitations.
CSU professor receives international award for scientific achievement
Veterinarian recognized for clinical work in liver disease, gastroenterology and endoscopy.
Featured Contributors
Why small animal veterinarians should care about farm animals
By: Barry Kipperman, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM
Concern for animals slaughtered in the U.S. should be part of the veterinarian's oath.
Recent animal welfare actions in the food industry
By: Barry Kipperman, DVM, Dipl. ACVIM
Barry Kipperman says it's info small animal veterinarians should know.
Be vigilant with controlled veterinary drugs
By: Christoper J. Allen, DVM, JD
Substance abuse can easily run rampant in a veterinary clinic environment. Make sure you—and your practice—are protected.
Weighing the cost of written prescriptions
By: Andrew Roark, DVM, MS
Will patient care suffer or thrive if we say goodbye to our in-house pharmacies?
Tattling to the tax man
By: Marc Rosenberg, VMD
What do you do when you find out a fellow veterinarian is cheating the government?
You manage things; you lead people
By: Michael Paul, DVM
Understanding the difference between the action of management and the art of leadership is crucial to a successful veterinary practice.
Medicine
Questions from the dental trenches: The practical side of veterinary dentistry
By: Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, DAVDC, DAAPM
Common veterinary inquiries from lectures about marketing, client compliance and much more.
Urine specific gravity measurement and interpretation
By: Carl A. Osborne, DVM, PhD, Dipl. ACVIM, Eugene Nwaokorie, DVM, MS
A look at the indications for this important part of a veterinary urinalysis and how to interpret the results. (Part two or a three-part series)
Equine
Mid-Atlantic states agree to uniform racehorse medication rules
By: Ed Kane, PhD
List of 24 permitted medications standardizes withdrawal period.
Humor
Welcome to a veterinarian's crazy town
By: Michael A. Obenski, DVM
Population: My veterinary clients.
And in this corner, Grandpa with the cane
By: Bo Brock, DVM
This old man was about to open a can of whoop a** in my veterinary clinic parking lot.

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