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Pig ears recalled for possible Salmonella contamination
Rockford, Ill. -- Jones Natural Chews Co. is recalling 2,705 boxes of pig ears that may be contaminated with Salmonella.
One ferret euthanized, 16 sickened in H1N1 outbreak
Erlanger, Ky -- Within days of the euthanization of a ferret at a Kentucky ferret shelter, 16 more fell sick from H1N1.
Website helps track emerging zoonotic diseases
Davis, Calif. -- A new international tool has been unleashed to help track emerging zoonotic diseases.
Butler Schein adds software companies to portfolio
Melville, N.Y. -- Butler Schein Animal Health announced Feb. 18 that it has acquired majority ownership in McAllister Software Systems and ImproMed.
One Health Commission will call Iowa State home
Ames, Iowa -- The One Health Commission, formed in 2009 to establish a collaboration between human and animal health professionals, has chosen the Iowa State University Research Park as its new headquarters.
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AVMA GHLIT drops Aetna
AVMA Group Health and Life Insurance Trust has dropped Aetna Signature Administrators as its PPO.
Image Quiz: Ophthalmology-A German shepherd with a history of a cloudy eye
Incorrect answer for Image Quiz: Ophthalmology-A German shepherd with a history of a cloudy eye
When disaster strikes
A comprehensive special report on the role of DVMs in disasters
Image Quiz: Chronically pruritic and odoriferous ears in a basset hound (Sponsored by Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health)
A young, adult basset hound presents to you for evaluation of chronic recurrent ear pruritus and a strong "musty" odor. Which of these diagnostic tests would be most useful initially?
Image Quiz: Ophthalmology-A dog with acute, excessive lacrimation
Just Ask the Expert: A protocol for treating IMHA
Dr. Christopher Byers gives his thoughts on treating this form of anemia.
Idea Exchange: Heating pads keep fluids toasty
Warm fluids with this reader tip.
Mind Over Miller: A bit of design advice
Dr. Robert Miller has some suggestions for accommodating today's clients.
Recognizing and treating immune-mediated polyarthritis in dogs
Immune-mediated polyarthritis represents a group of diseases that cause marked joint pathology and systemic illness.
Idea Exchange: Reuse vaccine trays for take-home syringes
Vaccine trays are a good size for dispensing predrawn syringes.
Idea Exchange: Clip fluid lines into place
Try using hair clips to hold the fluid line in place when giving subcutaneous fluids to a patient.
How to get better pathology results
Solutions for submitting samples, communicating with pathologists, and avoiding common mistakes.
Advancing cancer treatment
A Q&A with small-animal oncologist specialist Dr. Stephen Withrow.
AKC recognizes three new breeds
National Report - A herder, a hunter and an ancient breed are the newest additions to the American Kennel Club's recognized breed list.
AVMA delegates approve dues increase, shut down plan for online voting records
Chicago - Dues will be going up gradually over the next five years fo American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) members.
The gender shift
A new study says the female majority may be keeping men out of veterinary schools.
Malocclusion with severe tissue destruction in a dog
Learn about the multiple options available to treat this condition.
Ky. Lawmakers want food-animal medicine to be tax exempt
Frankfort, Ky. - A bill introduced in the Kentucky House of Representatives Jan. 7 could make many food-animal medicines tax exempt.
Shelter veterinary group releases guidelines for shelter care
Two years of work by 14 shelter veterinarians resulted in the first-ever comprehensive report for care of animals in shelters.
Connecticut DVMs may be required to screen patients before prescribing meds
Hartford, Conn. - State lawmakers are eyeing legislation that would require veterinarians to screen patients for potential drug therapy problems before prescribing medications.
