Law & Ethics

One employee pushed, another repeatedly punched by suspect distraught over death of dog, police say.

Veterinarian's brother faces death penalty for family murders.

Flip in U.S. Senate's majority may slow progress of Fairness to Pet Owners Act.

Ryan Champion faces four capital murder charges for the deaths of his family and the initial suspect, as well as one count of kidnapping.

This dvm360 Leadership Challenge helps private practices work with, not against, shelters and rescue groups in the community.

Dr. DeVoe encourages students to let their enthusiasm guide them and explains why elephants never cease to amaze him.

Millard Lucien Tierce, DVM, faces jail time in addition to veterinary boards order.

Deal comes as Eli Lilly tries to buy Novartis Animal Health, which markets the veterinary parasiticides.

Dr. Scherk reveals her inspiration for pursuing a career in veterinary medicine and what she thinks is the biggest challenge facing the profession today.

Veterinarian, employee charged with 13 counts each for animal cruelty and violation of owner's duties.

National Geographic star faces another investigation by the Michigan State Licensing and Regulatory Affairs Board.

Organization asks veterinarians to reach out to politicians during this election season.

Should a veterinary specialist perform additional services at the pet owner's request?

The debate continues on the clinical, behavioral and even legal implications of declawing cats.

The contentious debate on the role of the state's low-cost clinics continues.

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.

When a good client shows up at your clinic smelling like alcohol, how far would you go to keep her and her family safe on the trip home?Lisa Lone was a 53-year-old pet lover with three dogs, two cats and a squeaky guinea pig named Myrtle. She had been a client at Dr. Hay's veterinary clinic for 11 years-in fact, she was the ideal client. She diligently came in with her pets twice yearly for checkups, listened to all veterinary recommendations and was very proud to recommend Dr. Hay to all who would listen.

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.