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Fort Collins, Colo. -- Colorado State University (CSU) announced today that Dr. Mark Stetter is the new dean of the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.

National Report -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued an order Jan. 4 prohibiting certain uses of cephalosporin antibiotics in food animals after April 5.

Washington -- The release of a long-awaited national study on the veterinary workforce has been delayed for the eighth time.

As competition heats up on the costs, Midwestern veterinary graduates may be the target of recruiting efforts.

"The Incredible Dr. Pol" is earning praise from viewers, but veterinarians are offering mixed reviews.

National Report -- Two more dry dog foods have been recalled due to high aflatoxin levels, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Cornell's veterinary college reports the cause of death was inconclusive for a New York City carriage horse whose collapse stirred debate about the welfare of these horses in New York City.

Schaumburg, Ill. -- The American Veterinary Medical Association's (AVMA) House of Delegates (HOD) will vote on two bylaw amendments and three resolutions at its winter session Jan. 6-8.

Veterinarians in Ohio were asked to remain vigilant about administering rabies vaccinations and take precautions against exposure.

Calling hours continue today and funeral services will take place tomorrow for a veterinarian and police officer who was killed in the line of duty Dec. 19.

The Purdue School of Veterinary Medicine is getting a new name in 2012.

PurinaCare plans first quarter 2012 launch of novel pet wellness program for veterinarians and pet owners.

Shawnee, Kan. -- Bayer HealthCare reached settlements in its trademark infringement claims against India-based Cipla Ltd. and Vanuatu-based Archipelago Suppliers, an operator of several websites. According to the settlement, both companies have agreed to immediately stop selling products that infringe on

Antigua, West Indies -- American University of Antigua's (AUA) veterinary school suspended classes for 2012 and announced it would close the school at the end of the semester.

Thayer, Mo. -- Advanced Animal Nutrition recalled its Dog Power Dog Food products manufactured from Jan. 4, 2011 through Nov. 18, 2011, due to high aflatoxin levels.

A Los Angeles-based research group is predicting nearly 3 percent growth for the veterinary services market next year, fueled by rising pet ownership.

Allentown, Pa. -- Veterinarian David Rapoport, 31, pleaded guilty Dec. 8 to murdering his pregnant mistress and their unborn child, a move that will spare him the death penalty.

Revisit the topics that changed the veterinary profession in 2011.

Blacksburg, Va. -- The veterinary college at Virginia-Tech is locked down after a gunman on campus opened fire near, killing two.

Lecompte, La. -- Cargill Animal Nutrition voluntarily recalled two brands of dry dog food manufactured over the last year due to high aflatoxin levels.

In this issue: Examine the top issues veterinarians faced in 2011; bust behavior myths; learn to manage your manager; boost salaries; take a trip to South Africa; plus view videos, quizzes, photo galleries, and more.

Mason, Ohio -- The Proctor & Gamble Company (P&G) is voluntarily recalling a single production lot of its Iams ProActive Health Smart Puppy dry dog food.

Schaumburg, Ill. -- American Veterinary Medical Association president Dr. René Carlson recently okayed Santa's reindeers for duty on a recent YouTube video.

Washington -- The Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges is now seeking applications for executive director, following the Oct. 31 resignation of veterinarian Marguerite Pappaioanou.

ALBANY, N.Y. - New York now requires animals that have been exposed to rabies to go through a 10-day confinement and observation period in a secured facility, like a veterinarian's office.

Practice negotiates settlement with state's environmental agency over medical-waste disposal.

Economic outlook clouded by a myriad of new challenges for veterinary practices.

AAHA offers new guidelines for anesthesizing dogs and cats.