Monthly Archive: May 2018
Pet Death: Why Missing Your Dog Is Normal
By JoAnna Pendergrass, DVM Dogs hold a special place in our hearts and families. We celebrate their birthdays, take extra effort in keeping them happy and healthy, and even lean on them for emotional support when life gets tough….
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What’s APHIS?
One of the legislative issues that I have been following closely with Alex Sands, one of the amazing Assistant Directors at the AVMA GRD, is the Budget and Appropriations Act. One of the key components within the act affecting veterinary…
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Strong and sustainable partnerships protect, promote and advance your interests
President’s Column: Dr. Mike Topper The AVMA is privileged to have a long, rich history of supporting veterinarians and the veterinary profession. We can make even greater strides in advancing animal and human health by working together as a community….
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Increasing Populations of Male Snapping Turtles Linked to Mercury Pollution
A recent study about the effects of environmental conditions on sex ratios in turtle nests has shown that agricultural practices and mercury pollution are causing an increase in male-biased snapping turtle nests. As explained by the Independent’s article about…
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AVMA stays on the cutting edge of telehealth
Veterinary use of telemedicine runs across a broad spectrum, from practices that have integrated virtual care seamlessly to support patient care and client communication to those that are just beginning to think and learn about the concept. At the AVMA,…
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The Newest Exhibit at the Oregon Zoo Includes a Catio With Adoptable Cats
The Oregon Zoo has opened a new exhibit that’s unlike anything most zoo-goers have seen before. It highlights some really amazing felines, but not the big cats most people are expecting. Their newest exhibit is called the “Family Farm…
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Good news for veterinarians in early draft of Farm Bill
In April, the U.S. House Agriculture Committee took the first step in crafting the 2018 Farm Bill by introducing its draft – the Agriculture and Nutrition Act of 2018 (H.R. 2) – and sending it for consideration by the full…
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Animal Friends: Rescued Pit Bull Finds Comfort in Guinea Pig Pals
The internet is filled with adorable stories about unlikely animal friends, and this is no exception. This is the story of Moki, Frida and Pandora, a trio of best pals that includes a rescued pit bull and two guinea pigs….
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Study Finds That Horses Can Identify and Recall Human Facial Expressions
A recent study published in the Current Biology journal has shed some light on horse psychology and a horse’s ability to recognize human emotions through our facial expressions. This study follows a previous study completed by University of Sussex,…
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#GettingTo5050
One of the unique aspects of the AVMA GRD externship and its Washington DC location is the exposure gained to all policy and political issues- not just those directly affecting the veterinary profession. Aside form the hearings and mark-ups on…
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