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A reader tip for avoiding IV fluid interruption.

Why you should consider adding this highly trained medical professional to your rehabilitation team.

There is a time and place for non-compete contracting in the veterinary practice.

Read veterinary team members' feedback about our January issue.

Check out this interactive chart to determine a diagnosis for common dermatologic disorders.

A tip for keeping prescriptions for controlled drugs safe.

Schaumburg, Ill. - Dr. Barbara A. Schmidt was selected to serve as treasurer for the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).

Thirty-two veterinary hospitals have entered the 2011 Veterinary Economics Hospital Design Contest. One emerged victorious as the People's Choice Award winner.

Shawnee Mission, Kan.? Bayer Animal Health readies for a March release of Advantage® II for cats and dogs, and K9 Advantix® II for dogs.

Union City, Calif.-- Abaxis, Inc. is entering the veterinary reference laboratory market after inking a deal with Kansas State University (KSU).

Floor plans

Austin, Texas -- Legislation in the Texas House of Representatives would waive confidentiality privileges for clients who are delinquent in paying for veterinary services.

Q: What kind of client seating should I use in my reception area? I?d like it to be comfortable but also durable and easy to clean.

Bismarck, N.D. -- North Dakota lawmakers are considering legislation that would allow veterinary students and veterinary technicians to dispense some medications in a veterinary facility.

Client handout: Carbon monoxide poisoning

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Jackson, Miss. -- If the Mississippi Senate passes a new bill, chiropractors will be able to work on animal patients without the direct supervision of a veterinarian.

Columbus, Ohio -- Outgoing Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland, in one of his last official actions before leaving office Jan. 10, signed an executive order for a temporary ban on wild animal ownership.

Washington -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is looking for information on animal feeding operations (AFO) and the effect they have on the environment.

One preventive found to be 100 percent effective against Dirofilaria immitis strain.

The majority of pet owners question the need for regular veterinary care, study says.