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Evidence that Millard Lucien Tierce, DVM, kept animals meant for euthanasia for medical experiments has resulted in million-dollar lawsuits and put his license in jeopardy.

Drastic reduction of shelter intake and euthanasia recorded during two-year program.

New research aims to illustrate how the veterinary industry can prepare for a change in the pet pharmaceutical market.

In ironic twist, Dr. Margaret Ferrell, a target of the Alabama state board, is appointed by the Governor to serve on it.

Jack Stephens, DVM, president and co-founder will take on a lesser role at company.

Animal massage therapists' lawsuit challenging licensing laws will move forward.

Parasitology group updates recommendations based on frequency of false negative antigen results.

VPI plans offer three varying levels of coverage that reimburses pet owners without practice enrollment.

New research indicates no reversal in veterinary visit decline despite economic recovery.

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Experts argue whether oversupply issues will push the profession to the brink.

AVMA amended its policy on pregnant sow housing during its annual convention.

Association surveys members in anticipation of legislative effort.

Reality star Jan Pol, DVMs memoirs hit the shelves in August.

AVMA still calls for independent, third party inspections to ensure soring does not occur.

Veterinary pet insurance provider shares stories of how policy holders named pets.

VPI shares stories of how policy holders named pets.

The American Association of Equine Practitioners celebrates its 60th convention.

New technology may become protocol of choice at veterinary teaching hospitals.

AVMA works to pass remaining high-priority bills on its 2014 legislative agenda.

UC-Davis veterinarians compare breeds incidence of joint disorders, cancers in neutered and non-neutered animals.

"Driven to Bark" petition seeks 100,000 signatures for review by Obama administration.On August 4, Petplan Insurance launched “Driven to Bark,” an initiative to petition the Obama administration via the White House's petition site, We the People, to encourage all states to enact laws prohibiting animals from being left unattended in cars.Hot cars cause the deaths of many pets each year, yet only 15 states have statutes in place that discourage people from leaving pets in hot cars, Petplan states in a company release.

Too soon to tell if new activity will move government closer to mandatory veterinary prescriptions.

International Assistance Dog Week is Aug. 3-9.

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Policy continues to stress veterinarians' obligation to educate cat owners on onychectomy risks.

Legislation mandates veterinary prescription writing.

The company began selling shares though an initial public offering July 18.Seattle-based pet insurance company, Trupanion, became a public company July 18 with its initial public offering (IPO) with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The company sold 7.1 million shares on the New York Stock Exchange (TRUP) priced at $10 per share at opening, closing up at $11.40. The IPO raised about $71 million before discounts and other costs according to The Seattle Times.

Reps. Schrader and Yoho lead bill to unanimous passage in U.S. House removing the DEA target from mobile veterinarians' backs.