
Success of Veterinary Medicine Mobility Act in Senate could build momentum for more positive results.

Mark Cushing, JD, is founding partner of the Animal Policy Group, providing government relations and strategic services for various animal health, veterinary and educational interests. He maintains offices in Portland, Ore., and Washington, D.C., and is a frequent speaker at veterinary conferences.

Success of Veterinary Medicine Mobility Act in Senate could build momentum for more positive results.

FDA's new antimicrobial guidelines don't need legislative 'help.'

Collaborative investigation a model for future veterinary research.

Veterinarians aren't seeing increased pet owner spending the way pet retail outlets are. At least not yet.

Innovative programs pair people and animals for boosted health and well-being.

'Problem pets' stigma is driving down adoptions, experts fear.

Legislation catching up with veterinarians' professional judgment.

State gets it right balancing welfare, commercial interests-and recognizes veterinarians' expertise.

Proceeds will fund statewide spay-neuter program.

Welfare groups seek to move 'corporate farming' into political arena.