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Veterinary News From Medical News Today
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FDA Advisory, Avoid Unintentional Exposure Of Children And Pets To Evamist
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning that inadvertent exposure to Evamist through skin contact with patients using this product has the potential for adverse effects in children and pets. Evamist contains estradiol, an estrogen hormone, and is used in women to reduce hot flashes during menopause...
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FAO Launches Initiative To Curb Animal Diseases
In an effort to prevent and control outbreaks of animal diseases and the associated costs, the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) on Monday announced a new five-year initiative "to improve global response to disease outbreaks, implement effective prevention and containment strategies and manage risks," PANA/Afrique en ligne reports (7/28)...
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AVMA Convention Attendees In Atlanta Volunteer To Help Refurbish Local Animal Facilities
Veterinarians will be giving back to animals in the Atlanta area during the 147th American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Annual Convention-held from July 31-August 3 at the Georgia World Congress Center-by helping refurbish two local animal facilities...
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Most Pet Dogs Are Overweight, Say Researchers
Six out of ten pet dogs are overweight or obese, according to a study by veterinary researchers at the University of Glasgow. Like humans, portly pooches are piling on the pounds as a result of a number of factors, including being fed scraps from the dinner table, lack of exercise and even how old or rich their owners are...
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Can You Ask A Pig If His Glass Is Half Full?
Babe may be the most famous sensitive pig in the world but new research from Newcastle University suggests he is by no means the only one...
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AVMA Convention Helps Veterinarians Deal With New Growth In Pocket Pets
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) will be educating veterinarians to treat some popular little animals-pocket pets-at 147th Annual AVMA Convention July 31 to August 3 in Atlanta, Georgia. Hedgehogs, rabbits, mice, ferrets, prairie dogs and rats-the growing popularity of so-called "pocket pets" has created new challenges for veterinarians. A lab held from 8 a.m. to 11:50 a.m...
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New Information About Raw Pet Foods Unveiled At AVMA Convention
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is offering a program to help explain the hottest topic in pet nutrition, Raw Diets, at the 147th Annual AVMA Convention in Atlanta, Georgia at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 31. Dr. Sherry L. Sanderson, a veterinarian expert in pet nutrition, will explain the popularity of these new diets and respond to the claims made by those who support raw diets...
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Veterinarian To Discuss Growing Field Of Pet Hospice At AVMA Convention
Dr. Tami Shearer has always had a passion for providing hospice care for her clients and patients, even before she realized she was actually providing that service. "I became interested in hospice care probably the day that I graduated from veterinary school," Dr. Shearer said. "But at that point in time I really didn't think it was hospice care...
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At-Home Monitoring Crucial For Managing Diabetes In Pets
Monitoring the blood glucose levels of diabetic pets can eliminate the life-threatening risks of low blood sugar and minimize the complications of diabetes, such as cataracts, recurring infections and pancreatitis, says veterinarian Dr. Sara Ford. Dr...
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AVMA Annual Convention Tackles Biggest Doggie Behavior Challenges
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) will tackle some of the most challenging issues in dog ownership at the 147th AVMA Annual Convention in Atlanta, July 31 to August 3. The convention's over 1,000 hours of educational programs will include a full day of education on pet behavioral issues on Saturday, July 31, including Separation Anxiety in Dogs at 5 p.m. by Dr. Katherine A...
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Hot Trends In Veterinary Products, Services On Display At Georgia World Congress Center
From high-tech surgical instruments to the latest toys and exercise equipment for household pets, more than 250 exhibitors will be showcasing cutting-edge technology and consumer-oriented products at the American Veterinary Medical Association's Annual Convention at the Georgia World Congress Center July 31 - Aug. 2...
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The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) Partners With PAWS Atlanta For "Trails For Tails" 5K Run/Walk
The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) are giving back to the Atlanta community during their annual convention by hosting "Trails for Tails", a 5K Run/Walk event on Sunday, August 1 at 7:30AM at Centennial Olympic Park...
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Atlanta Humane, American Veterinary Medical Association Team Up To Help Puppies
Animals die because of behavior problems, and Dr. Lisa Radosta is on a mission to save lives. "More animals die from behavior problems than any disease," says Dr. Radosta, a certified veterinary behaviorist. "Far too many animals are being relinquished and euthanized because of behavior disorders." The Atlanta Humane Association will be providing puppies for a socialization lab Dr...
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Atlanta Humane Association Provides Canine Co-Stars For Veterinary Convention Lab Programs
Whether it's chiropractic adjustments, acupuncture or physical therapy, pet owners are looking to veterinarians for some of the same types of medical care they enjoy. That's why these topics are a staple educational topic at the American Veterinary Medical Association's Annual Convention, which is being held this year at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, July 31 - Aug. 3...
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Man And Man's Best Friend Benefit From Diabetes Monitoring Device
The treatment of diabetes was revolutionized in 1922 when insulin was isolated from dogs. Since then, significant advances in human medicine have made diabetes more manageable for patients. Now, human medicine has returned the favor and used these advances to help dogs with diabetes...
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