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Veterinarian Mike Paul has resigned as executive director of the Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC).

At WVC in Las Vegas, dvm360 Content Director Marnette Falley talked with Dr. Michael Chaddock, AAVMC deputy director, about the core competencies the NAVMEC report highlights for graduating veterinarians and about how they could play out across veterinary school admissions and curricula.

FDA recently issued a consumer alert about the risks associated with xylitol ingestion by dogs and ferrets.

Washington -- Patricia Olson, DVM, PhD, has been named chief veterinary advisor the American Humane Association, just three months after she left her position as chief executive officer of Morris Animal Foundation (MAF).

Dr. Robert Riggles, a retired DVM who sometimes worked as a relief veterinarian, is one of four Americans killed by pirates off the coast of Somalia.

Conflict happens, says marketing expert Karyn Gavzer to a packed room of veterinarians at the Western Veterinary Conference.

Are you living your passion? It's a question that motivational speaker Gary Zelesky asked more than 350 veterinarians and team members today.

Oklahoma City, Okla. -- Membership on the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners may soon be decided by other veterinarians rather than the governor, according to a new bill introduced in the Oklahoma House of Representatives.

Indiana legislators want all healthcare professionals to undergo background checks prior to licensure.

Schaumburg, Ill. -- The first case of H1N1 in a companion animal in more than a year has been confirmed in Wisconsin, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).

Austin, Texas -- Texas veterinarians who default on student loan or child support payments now can be disciplined by the Texas Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners under a new rule approved under the board?s Rules of Professional Conduct Jan. 14.

Washington -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is assessing the environmental impact of animal feeding operations (AFO).

Bismarck, N.D. -- Veterinarians and law enforcement officers may be able to seize animals they suspect are being abused or neglected if a new law proposed in North Dakota is passed.

Salt Lake City, Utah -- Feral animals won't fall under protections against animal cruelty in Utah if Rep. Curt Oda (R-Clearfield) has his way.

Rockville, Md. -- The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reports there will be a shortage of Vetsulin (porcine insulin zinc suspension), a product used to treat diabetes mellitus in dogs and cats.

A new salary survey from the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) shows increases for most exclusive companion animal veterinarians, but salary decreases for equine and mixed-animal practitioners.

Chicago, Ill. -- While the great blizzard of 2011 wreaked havoc for travelers, the animal health impact was minimal.

Brea, Calif. -- Pet owners spend far more on fixing dental conditions than on preventive dental care, according new data from Veterinary Pet Insurance Co. (VPI).

National Report -- Taffy pet treats have been recalled due to possible Salmonella contamination, while some horse feed products have been recalled because it may contain a medication that can be fatal at high doses.

Shawnee Mission, Kan.? Bayer Animal Health readies for a March release of Advantage® II for cats and dogs, and K9 Advantix® II for dogs.

Union City, Calif.-- Abaxis, Inc. is entering the veterinary reference laboratory market after inking a deal with Kansas State University (KSU).

Austin, Texas -- Legislation in the Texas House of Representatives would waive confidentiality privileges for clients who are delinquent in paying for veterinary services.

Bismarck, N.D. -- North Dakota lawmakers are considering legislation that would allow veterinary students and veterinary technicians to dispense some medications in a veterinary facility.

Jackson, Miss. -- If the Mississippi Senate passes a new bill, chiropractors will be able to work on animal patients without the direct supervision of a veterinarian.

Columbus, Ohio -- Outgoing Ohio Gov. Ted Strickland, in one of his last official actions before leaving office Jan. 10, signed an executive order for a temporary ban on wild animal ownership.

Washington -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is looking for information on animal feeding operations (AFO) and the effect they have on the environment.

One preventive found to be 100 percent effective against Dirofilaria immitis strain.

The majority of pet owners question the need for regular veterinary care, study says.