Barry Kipperman, DVM, DACVIM

Dr. Kipperman is a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine. He has practiced in a 24-hour referral practice since 1992. Dr. Kipperman is owner of the VetCare-24 hour referral practice in Dublin, Calif. He is guest lecturer at the University of California-Davis veterinary school ethics course, and has presented symposia on standards of care and veterinary ethics.

Articles

The ethics of enrichment

Keeping pets pain and fear to a minimum is greatbut its not enough for a good quality of life. Animals need an environment in which they can thrive and be happy. And veterinarians are obligated to help make this happen.

The responsibility of veterinarians to address the costs of care in small animal practice

Veterinarians feel the strain of clients financial limitations, but how do pet owners prepare when theyre not being informed?

Recent animal welfare actions in the food industry

Barry Kipperman says it's info small animal veterinarians should know.

Why small animal veterinarians should care about farm animals

Concern for animals slaughtered in the U.S. should be part of the veterinarian's oath.

Issue backgrounder

In March, The California Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) co-sponsored a bill mandating the sterilization of all owned dogs and cats in the state, but has changed its support to take a neutral position because of its members' negative reaction.

A case for mandatory sterilization

A California Veterinary Medical Association-backed bill to mandate pet sterilization statewide has garnered significant opposition by local and national breeding organizations who feel they are being punished by having to pay abstention fees.

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