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DVM360 MAGAZINE, Oct 1, 2012

News Betty White: The scourge of the veterinary profession? By Portia Stewart, Contributing Author Some veterinarians still link her to a 1-800 PetMeds endorsement and the Internet pharmacy boom. Are pet owners trusting their veterinarians less, and is White to blame? American Humane Association investigates why people don't own pets By Julie Scheidegger Surprising barriers include lasting grief over loss of a previous pet—and a frank dislike of cats. Preventive health toolkit aims to increase pet health and veterinary practice visits By Julie Scheidegger Program offers online survey followed by strategic tools to guide veterinarians. Tensions build between private practitioners, low-cost service providers By John Lofflin, Contributing Author But some private veterinary practices have found ways to co-exist with public programs and charitable organizations. Pit bull ban continues in Miami-Dade County despite opposition from South Florida Veterinary Medical Association By Julie Scheidegger Voters overwhelmingly uphold ban; county acted in July to make animal services 'no kill.' Veterinary groups contend with retail pharmacy issues By Julie Scheidegger AVMA, Oregon VMA look to open communication between veterinarians and pharmacists. KC Animal Health Corridor spotlights veterinary innovation By Kristi Reimer, Editor, News Channel Director Research symposium and investment forum showcase biotechnology in veterinary profession. Tufts seeks input from veterinarians for chronic kidney disease study Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine wants information on the feeding habits of cats with chronic disease. Veterinary employee arrested on drug charges By Andrea Hewitt, Assistant Content Specialist Veterinary hospital employee Amanda Limmer suspected of stealing 11,000 pills, 2.5 gallons of hydrocodone. LSU veterinary hospital stays prepared through Hurricane Isaac By Andrea Hewitt, Assistant Content Specialist Veterinary teaching hospital continued to receive emergency cases throughout the storm. New veterinary school envisioned for Buffalo, N.Y. By Andrea Hewitt, Assistant Content Specialist Developer selected to build veterinary facility on former human hospital site. Equine The re-emergence of equine summer sores By Kenneth L. Marcella, DVM Current weather patterns and deworming protocols are likely factors in development. USDA issues decertification notice to horse industry organizations By Julie Scheidegger Groups challenge amended regulations to Horse Protection Act regarding soring. Real-world veterinary experience: AAEP student chapter short courses By Ed Kane, PhD AAEP-funded courses on dental and foot care expose veterinary students to practical applications. Small Animal Evaluating hindlimb lameness in juvenile dogs By Janice Buback, DVM, MS, Dipl. ACVS Get affected dogs back comfortably on all fours by examining these most common causes and how they can be treated. Small Animals Detection, treatment of dental caries in dogs By Brett Beckman, DVM, FAVD, Dipl. AVDC, Dipl. AAPM Canines' canines are often unaffected, but be on the lookout for this condition in other dentition. Humor Stampede: What would the horse say? By Bo Brock, DVM Since animals can't tell you what's wrong, veterinarians might have to work a little harder. It's worth it, though. Where did I go wrong? Full moon follies By Michael A. Obenski, DVM Even the non-superstitious veterinarian should beware of this powerful foe. Featured Contributors Examples of issues to track on green sheets in your veterinary hospital By Michael H. Riegger, DVM, Dipl. ABVP Here are some issues currently on my green sheets. Letter of the Law: 4 ways to provide transparency in the veterinary workplace By Christopher J. Allen, DVM, JD Veterinary employers would benefit from adopting the sunshiny practices of labor unions and government. Ethical dilemma: How a veterinarian should handle a case of puppy abuse By Marc Rosenberg, VMD A longtime client admits to an episode of abuse, and a veterinarian weighs her options. Veterinary practice owners can change a belief into evidence Start gathering patient data and tracking outcomes in your veterinary practice to stop practicing one-size-fits-all medicine. Take a cue from family pharmacists: Build trust with your veterinary clients to maintain revenue By Michael Paul, DVM What competition from big box stores can mean to your veterinary practice's bottom line. Stethoscope Florida veterinarian helps colleagues LOL By Ashley Barforoush, Associate Content Specialist Veterinarian by day, cartoonist by night, Dean Scott, DVM, deals with stresses through humor at funnyvet.com.