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 Dentistry training may be required in U.S. veterinary schoolsBy: Jennifer FialaAddition long overdue, supporters say; public comments under review Read More
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 Episode 2: Meet the president of SAVMA
By: dvm360 StaffIn Episode 2 of The Vet Blast Podcast, Dr. Adam Christman and Marie Bucko talk about the impact of COVID-19 on veterinary students, and how veterinary practice will change moving forward Read More
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 Practitioners urged to vet their breasts
By: Ross KellyVeterinarian launches cancer awareness campaign Read More
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CANINE NEWS
Veterinarians are not obligated to perform euthanasiaBy: Michael Petty, DVM, CVPP, CVMA, CCRT, CAAPM A practice owner who decided to refer all clients to Lap of Love finds that doing so has benefits for both his clients and his practice. Read More
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“Golden oldies” could unlock secrets of canine cancerBy: Veterinary Practice News A new study hopes to identify regions in the canine genome that may contribute to cancer susceptibility
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Paper downplaying risk to dogs of grain-free diets draws fireBy: Edie Lau Veterinarians vexed that authors declared no conflicts of interest
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Dog parks may be petri dish for parasites
By: Veterinary Practice News An OSU study found at least one parasite-positive dog in 85 percent of parks in 30 metro areas
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Upcoming Conferences
North Dakota VMA Annual Meeting
August 9-11
Cancelled
South Dakota VMA Annual Meeting
August 17-18
Cancelled
Montana VMA Summer Meeting
POSTPONED:
New Date: August 27-29
DIS Booth TBD
fetch DVM360 Conferences
Baltimore: Converting to a Virtual Event
Kansas City: Converting to a Virtual Event
Indianapolis: Nov. 9-10
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FELINE NEWS
Four Myths about Lost Cats
By: Dusty Rainbolt July is Lost Pet Prevention Month. Nobody wants to think about it, but a lost pet can happen to anyone. With many shelters shut down due to COVID-19, pet owners could be more isolated in their search for a lost kitty.Incorrect assumptions about a lost cat often lead to such tragic consequences. Here are four common myths about lost cats: Read More
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Earlier-than-usual neutering can ease sexual aggression in male catsBy: Veterinary Practice News Four state medical associations have endorsed fixing cats by five months of age, aligning with AVMA, AAHA, and AAFP
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EQUINE NEWS
New Hope for Ageing Broodmares: Omega-3 Fatty AcidsBy: Kentucky Equine Research Staff When strategically supplemented with key nutrients, older mares might regain the importance they once had, allowing breeders to preserve important bloodlines.
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Ohio State Clinician Is AAEP’s First ‘My Vet Rocks Honoree’By: Edited Press Release Associate Professor Dr. Jonathan Yardley won the contest, which celebrates the important relationship between veterinarian, owner, and horse. Read More
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Riverside Rescue: Pulling a Mare to Safety on the DeschutesBy: Tracy Gantz What started as a pleasant day on the trail could have turned deadly when the riverbank failed as riders watered their horses. Thankfully, the area has a team of trained responders. This is how they helped.
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Don’t Sweat It: Managing the Anhidrotic HorseBy: Kentucky Equine Research Staff In horses with anhidrosis, the sweat glands do not function properly, putting them at a significantly higher risk for heat stress and heat stroke.
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MISC NEWS
 New resource keeps COVID out of the workplaceBy: Veterinary Practice NewsAVMA has published a template for employers to use when determining if a team member might spread the virus Read More
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 Hillbilly beardBy: Bo Brock, DVMSometimes you just can’t predict how your veterinary clients will respond.
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