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Dr. Robert M. Miller tells of the days when he briefly wore a beard and mustache, and the confusion that sometimes ensued.

In June, The Jockey Club announced plans to develop a statistics-based system that would notify track officials and regulatory veterinarians when a horse that has been entered in a race is facing a heightened risk of injury. The Jockey Club hired Tim Parkin, BSc, BVSc, PhD, DECVPH, MRCVS, University of Glasgow School of Veterinary Medicine, to develop these at-risk protocols, based on the Equine Injury Database (EID). The project is expected to be complete in August 2012.

An antigen assay is one of the newer tools at your disposal for diagnosing this fungal disease.

This tip for using styptic powder involves extra sample tubes and cotton.

Create a holder to keep glue at hand.

Dr. Jeff Werber's article "Extinguish negative reviews" in our June 2012 issue triggered some strong reactions from our readers. Here are a few letters we received, plus Dr. Werber's response and a legal point of view from Dr. Karl Salzsieder, JD.

Human cardiologist's research dovetails with goals of One Health.

Millie's Love : Life After Pet Loss

Veterinary researchers conclude that cats who are obsessed with food could be suffering from psychogenic abnormal feeding behavior.

Organization hopes to shed light on pet obesity in the U.S. and improve care for overweight pets.

Innovative technique relieves dogs' discomfort, offers second chance to participate in study.

There may be lies, darn lies and statistics, but the study results here show enough positive trends for the profession to be hopeful.

During the 11th annual Pet Healthcare Industry Summit, Banfield presented four recipients with an Industry Summit award.

DVM illustrates key issues in finance, workforce and practice life through the results of the 2012 State of the Profession Survey.

Industry leaders gather to brainstorm solutions to profession's top challenges.

Surprising barriers include lasting grief over loss of a previous pet--and a frank dislike of cats.

The dvm360 editors sat in on many CVC Kansas City sessions over the last six days and Tweeted using the hashtag #TheCVC. Here are the top tips you won't want to miss.

Dr. Jane Brunt of CATalyst Council previews research on how groups work together on cat care.

Veterinary architect predicts that technology, customized care will influence pet owners' choices.

News channel director Kristi Reimer reports from the show floor.

A number of states reporting confirmed infections in late summer; veterinarians advising horse owners to vaccinate.

Republican Ted Yoho relies on business success, conservative values in campaign.

Virus widely circulates in U.S. swine throughout agricultural fair season.

These photos show how a team of 10 veterinarians successfully completed an experimental skull surgery on a green sea turtle.

Tylertown twister results in one dog death at site known for Katrina work.

Affected animals quarantined; people exposed to infection being monitored, treated.

Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine unveils a $14.1 million, 30,000-square-foot Veterinary Medicine Instruction Addition.

'Chew Barka' and "Pico de Gato" tops list.

Walmart announced today that it's expanding its dog food line to include a new premium dry dog food, Pure Balance.

Veterinary surgeon is 'devastated' after dog's death from suspected heat exhaustion.