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New York -- Misuse of spot-on flea-and-tick control products poses the greatest risk to cats, according to ASPCA?s Animal Poison Control Center.

Because of possible antitrust issues associated with the merger between Merck and Schering-Plough, Merck is looking into selling either the Merial or Schering-Plough animal product line.

Louisville, Ky. -- A burglar stole the registration papers for Kentucky Derby winner Mine That Bird from his trainer's truck overnight Tuesday, but officials at Churchill Downs replaced them by afternoon, ensuring that the horse can compete in Saturday's $1 million Belmont Stakes.

Montana now allows horse-processing plants to be built within its borders, and a handful of other states soon may do likewise.

Anecdotal observations and a new study in monkeys reveal that animals may be more aware of their mistakes and experience subsequent regret than previously thought.

Rockville, Md. -- Pfizer's Palladia (Toceranib phosphate) received approval by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The drug is the first one developed specifically for the treatment of cancer in dogs, the FDA reported today.

Philadelphia -- Isolated cases of severe canine illness resulting in six deaths closed two shelters and a hospital run by the Pennsylvania Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (PSPCA).

A study from the Coalition for Living Safely with Dogs and the Colorado Veterinary Medical Association investigated which breeds bite people or other dogs more often and under what circumstances.

After I graduated from veterinary school in 1956, I drove down to Arizona from Fort Collins, Colo., to begin my practice career. My father said he wanted to give me some advice.

Tattoos have become quite popular these days. At Texas Tech, where I teach about one student in three sports some kind of artwork.

To minimize confusion with several conjugate bottles, we color-code the lids with various marker colors.

Many clients bring their pets in after unsuccessfully trying to remove embedded ticks.

National Report - More than 20 percent of veterinarians tested in 2006 showed evidence of past infection with Coxiella burnetii, the causative organism of Q fever.

Ohio wants to keep the breed from being labeled as inherently vicious.

June is the American Humane Association's Adopt-a-Cat Month, and your local shelters may be joining in on the promotion.

As more governments look to enforce mandatory sterilization, the AVMA is standing firm in its opposition to the programs.

There are new reasons to exercise care during initial examinations.

Wellington, Fla. - The death of 21 polo horses just prior to the start of the U.S. Open Polo match in April continues to unleash a flurry of questions without answers.

An easy way to dry and store endotracheal tubes is by using lace card spools.

AVMA members will not pay higher dues next year, the Executive Board decided.

It was during a visit to my friend Arnie's hospital that I learned of a fascinating new hobby that, strangely enough, is available only to veterinarians.

Washington -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will host additional listening sessions regarding the National Animal Identification System (NAIS) in California, Florida, Missouri, New Mexico, North Carolina and South Dakota.

Is it legal to break up packages?

Current risk in U.S. is low, but pathways are present, expert says.

Investigators may never confirm the source of H1N1, but the outbreak lead to more research dollars.

An 18-month-old 8.1-lb (3.7-kg) intact female toy poodle was presented for evaluation of inappetence and lethargy of 48 hours' duration.

National Report - To better coordinate animal-rescue efforts during times of disaster, a decade-old "statement of understanding" between the AVMA, AVMF and the American Red Cross is now formalized.

Polyuria and polydipsia have many causes in dogs.

Veterinarian's horse beats 50-1 odds to win this year's Kentucky Derby - then nearly repeats the performance at the Preakness.

Washington - The Red Flags Rule will not go into effect until Aug. 1 to give creditors and financial institutions more time to develop and implement written identify-theft prevention programs.