Law & Ethics

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.

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.

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

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.

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

"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.

Unanimous passage in U.S. House removes DEA target from mobile veterinarians' backs.

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

Charges against Dr. William Weber became the center of the ASBVME's public battle against nonprofit spay/neuter clinics.

Take a page from Starbucks when looking to source foreign-bred dogs for the American market.

Bruce L. King, DVM, steps down amidst probe into allegations of misconduct brought by a former employee.Utah's chief state veterinarian, Bruce L. King, DVM, resigned June 1 after an investigation into allegations from a former employee accusing him of earning extra money by working on the side and other questionable practices, according to the Standard Examiner of Ogden, Utah.

Law enforcement is investigating the death as a possible homicide.Summoned to Thompson Peak Veterinary Service early Monday morning, Lassen County Sheriff's deputies found the body of Richard Meinert, DVM, 55, at his Janesville, Calif., clinic.

A look at the world of animal health from Alabama to Oregon

Deal requires compensation for pet owners, changes in manufacturing and testing of Waggin? Train treats.

Two retailers ban treats made in China; search for cause continues; death toll rises.

Chihuahua owner accuses Millard Lucien Tierce, DVM, of gross negligence and intentional infliction of emotional distress.

USDA alleges violations of the Animal Welfare Act after 12 musk oxen died at a university facility.

Couple accuse Millard Lucien Tierce, who allegedly kept sick dogs for experiments, of gross negligence.

Dr. Millard Tierce suspected of animal cruelty after former employee notified clients their pet was not euthanized as agreed upon.

Consumers are encouraged to go to their veterinarians with questions regarding their pets' nutrition.

Veterinary profession, industry would be heavily affected by changes.

State legislators believe move will create greater efficiency within the animal health industry.

S.D. was the last of the 50 states to adopt such legislation.

H.R. 1528 passed out of committee and is anticipated to go before the U.S. House as soon as this week.

Therapists challenge state law requiring a veterinary license to practice massage on pets.