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European Parliament Vote On Animal Welfare Legislation: A Step Forward For Patients, Research And Animal Welfare

Veterinary News - from Medical News Today - 14 hours 17 min ago

EFPIA, the voice of the research-based pharmaceutical industry in Europe, acknowledges today's adoption by the European Parliament of a compromise to review a 25-year old EU Directive on the protection of laboratory animals. The compromise text was negotiated between the EU Parliament, Council and Commission during past months and must still be implemented by Member States...

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3 Out Of 4 Cats Will Wear A Collar, Making It Worth A Try

Veterinary News - from Medical News Today - 16 hours 17 min ago

Almost three out of four cats in a new study wore collars consistently during a six-month study, suggesting that most cats will tolerate a collar even if their owners are skeptical about its success. In fact, in almost 60 percent of cases, the animals' tolerance of collars exceeded owners' expectations that their cat would keep the collar on without much trouble...

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Europe Adopts New Law On Animal Experiments - HSI Says Thousands Of Animals Could Be Better Protected If Law Is Rigorously Enforced

Veterinary News - from Medical News Today - 17 hours 17 min ago

Animal protection organisation Humane Society International [1] has welcomed final adoption of a new EU law on animal experiments [2] as a boost for animal welfare and the development of humane alternatives, but warns that to make meaningful improvements member states must rigorously enforce the new rules...

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Promising New Lymphoma Treatment Effective In Dogs

Veterinary News - from Medical News Today - Wed, 09/08/2010 - 7:00am

Researchers have identified a new target for the treatment of lymphoma and are testing a potential new drug in pet dogs afflicted with the disease. At low doses, the compound, called S-PAC-1, arrested the growth of tumors in three of six dogs tested and induced partial remission in a fourth...

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Government To Consult On Badger Cull To Tackle TB, UK

Veterinary News - from Medical News Today - Wed, 09/08/2010 - 2:00am

Responding to media reports that the Government will consult on a cull of badgers in areas worst affected by bovine Tuberculosis (TB), Professor Bill Reilly, President of the British Veterinary Association, said: "Reports that the Government wishes to move forward with a badger cull to tackle the spread of bovine TB in England are very welcome...

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Consumer Reports pokes its nose into pet insurance

Client Education -- Prepare to talk to pet owners about basic preventive care and your recommendations for keeping pets healthy longer - Tue, 09/07/2010 - 11:00pm

Veterinarians will want to know what the consumer watchdog is saying to pet owners about four purveyors of pet health insurance.

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September Is National Preparedness Month

Animal Tracks is a weekly podcast for pet owners featuring pet health and safety tips from some of the leading veterinary experts in the United States. - Tue, 09/07/2010 - 10:00am

September is National Preparedness Month, sponsored by the Ready Campaign in partnership with Citizen Corps and the Ad Council. Designed to encourage Americans to take simple steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes, businesses, and communities, it is also an important reminder to think about the needs of our animals in emergency situations. In this podcast, Dr. Kristi Henderson, assistant director within the AVMA's Division of Scientific Activities, talks about National Preparedness Month and disaster preparedness plans for our pets and livestock.

Categories: Animal welfare , Associations , Veterinary Practice

Veterinary Voices: What do you consider the greatest threat to the profession?

Veterinary Voices -- Veterinary Voices is a chance for veterinarians, practice managers, technicans, students and receptionists to speak out and share their thoughts about the world of veterinary medicine. - Mon, 09/06/2010 - 11:00pm

Dr. Karen Felsted outlines what she sees as the greatest threat to the veterinary profession.

Categories: Associations , Government, Veterinary Economics , Veterinary Practice

Veterinary Voices: Who was your most memorable patient?

Veterinary Voices -- Veterinary Voices is a chance for veterinarians, practice managers, technicans, students and receptionists to speak out and share their thoughts about the world of veterinary medicine. - Mon, 09/06/2010 - 11:00pm

Paula Hammond of Waxhaw, N.C. describes one very memorable patient.

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Veterinary Voices: Which animal health needs are currently unmet?

Veterinary Voices -- Veterinary Voices is a chance for veterinarians, practice managers, technicans, students and receptionists to speak out and share their thoughts about the world of veterinary medicine. - Mon, 09/06/2010 - 11:00pm

Dr. Jane Brunt describes a topic she feels would benefit from more attention.

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Veterinary Voices: Who was your most memorable patient?

Veterinary Voices -- Veterinary Voices is a chance for veterinarians, practice managers, technicans, students and receptionists to speak out and share their thoughts about the world of veterinary medicine. - Mon, 09/06/2010 - 11:00pm

Byron Sugden, DVM, relates the saga of his most memorable patient.

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Have You Heard? Clarifying canine tooth resorption

Have You Heard? Audio clips from the editors of Veterinary Medicine featuring the latest research related to animal and human health. Updated monthly. - Mon, 09/06/2010 - 11:00pm

A recent study evaluated whether a human radiographic classification system is valid in dogs.

Human Anthrax Infections Reach 327 Cases In Bangladesh

Veterinary News - from Medical News Today - Mon, 09/06/2010 - 11:00am

According to Bangladesh's Fisheries and Livestock Ministry, 327 people have become infected with anthrax in five districts in the north of the country since August 18th. Some experts believe two other districts may also be affected. So far, approximately 150 cattle have become infected and died. Local health officials say this is the largest anthrax outbreak in the history of Bangladesh...

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74,700 Bags Of Possibly Salmonella Tainted Beef Treats For Dogs Recalled , Says FDA

Veterinary News - from Medical News Today - Mon, 09/06/2010 - 8:00am

The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) announced that The Hartz Mountain Corporation has voluntarily recalled 74,800 8-ounce bags of Hartz Naturals Real Beef Treats for Dogs which may be tained with Salmonella. Infection with salmonella, known as salmonellosis, can affect pets, such as dogs and cats, as well as humans - it is caused by Salmonella bacteria...

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Arkansas Reports Three West Nile Virus Infection Cases In One Week

Veterinary News - from Medical News Today - Mon, 09/06/2010 - 8:00am

The first cases of West Nile virus (WNV) human infection in Arkansas include three reported cases over the last week, the Arkansas Department of Health has announced. All three cases occurred in the southern part of the state. Because of privacy concerns, no more details can be released about the individuals at the moment...

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Genetically Modified Salmon As Safe To Eat As Normal Atlantic Salmon

Veterinary News - from Medical News Today - Sat, 09/04/2010 - 12:00pm

U.S. regulators say that genetically engineered salmon as safe to eat as wild Atlantic salmon, after completing a preliminary analysis. Aqua Bounty Technologies Inc., have genetically modified their salmon so that they eat all year round and grow twice as fast as salmon typically would in their natural environments. Genetically modified (engineered) salmon is an Atlantic salmon...

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Canine Hip Dysplasia May Be Underreported, According To Penn Vet Comparative Study

Veterinary News - from Medical News Today - Sat, 09/04/2010 - 3:00am

A study comparing a University of Pennsylvania method for evaluating a dog's susceptibility to hip dysplasia to the traditional American method has shown that 80 percent of dogs judged to be normal by the traditional method are actually at risk for developing osteoarthritis and hip dysplasia, according to the Penn method...

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Several West Nile Virus Infections And Deaths In Greece, Other Parts Of Europe Also Affected

Veterinary News - from Medical News Today - Thu, 09/02/2010 - 9:00am

Cases of human infection of West Nile virus (WNV) have been reported in Greece where 13 people have died and at least 140 have become ill, according to the Hellenic Centre for Disease Control and Prevention. Greek authorities say 32 patients are currently hospitalized...

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Americans Urged To Prepare For Disasters, Include Animals In Their Plans

Veterinary News - from Medical News Today - Thu, 09/02/2010 - 6:00am

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), a proud participant in the seventh annual National Preparedness Month sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency's Ready Campaign, encourages Americans to take action now to prepare for emergencies...

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FDA Alleges Farm Sold Cattle As Human Food With Illegal Drug Residues

Veterinary News - from Medical News Today - Wed, 09/01/2010 - 8:00am

The Department of Justice, USA, has filed a complaint for permanent injunction on behalf of the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) against Scenic View Dairy of Hamilton, Michigan, the company's president as well as three managers - they are alleged to have sold dairy cows containing illegal drug residues - antibiotics - in edible tissues for human consumption...

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