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FAO Launches Initiative To Curb Animal Diseases
Thu, 07/29/2010 - 05:00In an effort to prevent and control outbreaks of animal diseases and the associated costs, the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) on Monday announced a new five-year initiative "to improve global response to disease outbreaks, implement effective prevention and containment strategies and manage risks," PANA/Afrique en ligne reports (7/28)...
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AVMA Convention Attendees In Atlanta Volunteer To Help Refurbish Local Animal Facilities
Thu, 07/29/2010 - 03:00Veterinarians will be giving back to animals in the Atlanta area during the 147th American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Annual Convention-held from July 31-August 3 at the Georgia World Congress Center-by helping refurbish two local animal facilities...
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Most Pet Dogs Are Overweight, Say Researchers
Thu, 07/29/2010 - 01:00Six out of ten pet dogs are overweight or obese, according to a study by veterinary researchers at the University of Glasgow. Like humans, portly pooches are piling on the pounds as a result of a number of factors, including being fed scraps from the dinner table, lack of exercise and even how old or rich their owners are...
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Can You Ask A Pig If His Glass Is Half Full?
Wed, 07/28/2010 - 03:00Babe may be the most famous sensitive pig in the world but new research from Newcastle University suggests he is by no means the only one...
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AVMA Convention Helps Veterinarians Deal With New Growth In Pocket Pets
Tue, 07/27/2010 - 04:00The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) will be educating veterinarians to treat some popular little animals-pocket pets-at 147th Annual AVMA Convention July 31 to August 3 in Atlanta, Georgia. Hedgehogs, rabbits, mice, ferrets, prairie dogs and rats-the growing popularity of so-called "pocket pets" has created new challenges for veterinarians. A lab held from 8 a.m. to 11:50 a.m...
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New Information About Raw Pet Foods Unveiled At AVMA Convention
Tue, 07/27/2010 - 04:00The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is offering a program to help explain the hottest topic in pet nutrition, Raw Diets, at the 147th Annual AVMA Convention in Atlanta, Georgia at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 31. Dr. Sherry L. Sanderson, a veterinarian expert in pet nutrition, will explain the popularity of these new diets and respond to the claims made by those who support raw diets...
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At-Home Monitoring Crucial For Managing Diabetes In Pets
Tue, 07/27/2010 - 03:00Monitoring the blood glucose levels of diabetic pets can eliminate the life-threatening risks of low blood sugar and minimize the complications of diabetes, such as cataracts, recurring infections and pancreatitis, says veterinarian Dr. Sara Ford. Dr...
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Veterinarian To Discuss Growing Field Of Pet Hospice At AVMA Convention
Tue, 07/27/2010 - 03:00Dr. Tami Shearer has always had a passion for providing hospice care for her clients and patients, even before she realized she was actually providing that service. "I became interested in hospice care probably the day that I graduated from veterinary school," Dr. Shearer said. "But at that point in time I really didn't think it was hospice care...
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The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Partners With PAWS Atlanta For "Trails For Tails" 5K Run/Walk
Tue, 07/27/2010 - 02:00The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) are giving back to the Atlanta community during their annual convention by hosting "Trails for Tails", a 5K Run/Walk event on Sunday, August 1 at 7:30AM at Centennial Olympic Park...
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Hot Trends In Veterinary Products, Services On Display At Georgia World Congress Center
Tue, 07/27/2010 - 02:00From high-tech surgical instruments to the latest toys and exercise equipment for household pets, more than 250 exhibitors will be showcasing cutting-edge technology and consumer-oriented products at the American Veterinary Medical Association's Annual Convention at the Georgia World Congress Center July 31 - Aug. 2...
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AVMA Annual Convention Tackles Biggest Doggie Behavior Challenges
Tue, 07/27/2010 - 02:00The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) will tackle some of the most challenging issues in dog ownership at the 147th AVMA Annual Convention in Atlanta, July 31 to August 3. The convention's over 1,000 hours of educational programs will include a full day of education on pet behavioral issues on Saturday, July 31, including Separation Anxiety in Dogs at 5 p.m. by Dr. Katherine A...
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Atlanta Humane Association Provides Canine Co-Stars For Veterinary Convention Lab Programs
Tue, 07/27/2010 - 00:00Whether it's chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture or physical therapy, pet owners are looking to veterinarians for some of the same types of medical care they enjoy. That's why these topics are a staple educational topic at the American Veterinary Medical Association's Annual Convention, which is being held this year at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, July 31 - Aug. 3...
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Atlanta Humane, American Veterinary Medical Association Team Up To Help Puppies
Tue, 07/27/2010 - 00:00Animals die because of behavior problems, and Dr. Lisa Radosta is on a mission to save lives. "More animals die from behavior problems than any disease," says Dr. Radosta, a certified veterinary behaviorist. "Far too many animals are being relinquished and euthanized because of behavior disorders." The Atlanta Humane Association will be providing puppies for a socialization lab Dr...
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Man And Man's Best Friend Benefit From Diabetes Monitoring Device
Mon, 07/26/2010 - 00:00The treatment of diabetes was revolutionized in 1922 when insulin was isolated from dogs. Since then, significant advances in human medicine have made diabetes more manageable for patients. Now, human medicine has returned the favor and used these advances to help dogs with diabetes...
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BVA Statement On The Daily Mail Article 'Undercover At The Vets', UK
Fri, 07/23/2010 - 04:00The Daily Mail has published an article by an undercover reporter, Alex Lee, who spent time filming in a number of Medivet veterinary practices in the South East of England over nine months. The article was written ahead of the broadcast of a Panorama special 'It Shouldn't Happen at a Vets'' tonight...
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Veterinary Associations' Response To BBC Panorama 'It Shouldn't Happen At A Vet's', UK
Fri, 07/23/2010 - 04:00The veterinary professional associations have expressed concern and disappointment at the incidents revealed in the undercover footage in the BBC's Panorama programme 'It shouldn't happen at a vet's' and are calling on the BBC to provide all of the evidence to the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) for a full investigation...
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AVMA Applauds Legislation To End Shortage Of Veterinarians In Rural Areas
Thu, 07/22/2010 - 04:00The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) today applauded U.S. Senators Tim Johnson, D-S.D., and Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, for introducing the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program Enhancement Act (S. 3621)...
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Hendra Virus Antibody To Be Produced In Brisbane, Australia
Fri, 07/16/2010 - 04:00A pioneering product aimed at treating people exposed to the deadly Hendra virus will be produced in Brisbane, after a three-way agreement was announced at The University of Queensland today...
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Vets Warn Dog Owners About Dangers Of Artificial Sweeteners
Fri, 07/16/2010 - 03:00The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is warning dog owners of the danger that the artificial sweetener, Xylitol, can pose to their pets. Xylitol is not considered harmful to humans, but if ingested by a dog the substance is dangerous because it triggers a sudden release of insulin which causes a dramatic drop in blood sugar (hypoglycaemia) and can lead to liver damage...
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Using Plavix As Alternative Treatment For Dogs At Risk Of Thromboembolic Disease
Fri, 07/16/2010 - 00:00Companion animals that have a long-term need for anticoagulant drug therapies may soon find help in a top-selling antiplatelet drug marketed to humans: clopidogrel, commonly known by the trade-name Plavix. Researchers in the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine have found that clopidogrel may be a safe and effective treatment for dogs that need long-term anticoagulant therapy...
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