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 AVMA shares COVID-19 guidance with membership
By: dvm360 StaffStaying informed and separating fact from fiction are vital as fear about the human coronavirus grows. Prevention is key to stopping virus transmission.Read More
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 Pets unlikely to pass COVID-19 to humans, other animalsBy: Veterinary Practice NewsWSAVA states there is “no evidence” suggesting pets are a source of novel coronavirus, but adds humans should practice good hygiene
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 Pet spending continues to break records
By: dvm360 StaffSpending is on the rise in all categories, but pet food dominates sales.
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CANINE NEWS
Are ACE inhibitors effective in treating heart disease?By: Brennen McKenzie, MA, MSc, VMD, cVMA Angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors are among the most studied therapeutics in veterinary cardiology, which gives us more data than usual to evaluate their use
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Dog infected by COVID-19 virus, Hong Kong authorities sayBy: Edie Lau Government surmises sick owner transmitted virus to pet
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Dog breeder arrested for allegedly performing surgeries on bulldogsBy: dvm360 Staff California police found a makeshift surgery room in the man’s kitchen, dogs in overstuffed kennels and the remains of deceased dogs at nearby locations.
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Pet insurer: Records show no sign of human coronavirus in petsBy: dvm360 Staff Increasing concerns among pet owners about whether pets can contract the SARS-Cov-2 virus prompted Trupanion to mine its data and share good news.
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FELINE NEWS
Smoke inhalation, burns may lead to heart problems in catsBy: Veterinary PRactice News Veterinarians should screen for cardiovascular changes in feline patients after exposure to wildfire, a UC Davis study says
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Is an FIP treatment close at hand?By: Steve Dale When it comes to developing a vaccine for feline infectious peritonitis, things are a bit complex to say the least
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EQUINE NEWS
Offer Horses Electrolytes in the Winter: The Whys and HowsBy: Kentucky Equine Research Staff When we think of reaching for the electrolytes, most of us are dealing with a sweaty horse on a sunny, humid day. What about that same horse on a frigid, crisp day that has worked equally hard?
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Equine Wellness Exams 101By: Chris White, DVM  Is your horse’s annual wellness exam comprehensive? Learn about common wellness steps and how your veterinarian can help you address and correct problems you might encounter.
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Can detomidine cause post-procedure colic?By: David W. Ramey, DVM  With detomidine, some side effects can be anticipated, but horses are unlikely to be at risk for more serious complications
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Boehringer Ingelheim awards five veterinarians with equine research fundsBy: dvm360 Staff Five researchers will each receive $15,000 to continue their investigations on respiratory conditions in horses.
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MISC NEWS
 Digital badges show practice managers’ credentials, expertiseBy: Veterinary Practice NewsVHMA has introduced new online badges that CVPM-certified professionals can share on their websites, social media pages, and resumes
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 Why fear and pain go hand in hand
By: Jacquie De AlmeidaSeeing the clinic visit from a patient’s perspective can offer insight into how pets may experience fear, anxiety, and stress
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