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New York, N.Y. - A novel new study at the Animal Medical Center (AMC) is investigating the impact of intra-arterial injection of stem cells on chronic kidney disease in cats and protein-losing nephropathy in dogs.

Portland, Ore. - The greatest opportunities in veterinary medicine have yet to be realized.

Athens, Ga. - The University of Georgia (UGA) is inching forward on plan to build a new veterinary teaching hospital, and administrators are hopeful that groundbreaking could begin as early as next fall.

Fort Collins, Colo. - To save a dog's leg, a veterinary orthopedic surgeon tried something radical.

Olympia, Wash. - A new prescription-monitoring program that went into effect in early October is already causing so many headaches for Washington practitioners that the state veterinary medical association is pushing for an exemption for the veterinary profession.

Springfield, Ill. - Illinois lawmakers will now allow stable owners to use a lien law to maintain possession of a horse due to unpaid expenses, including veterinary care.

Dr. Victoria Lukasik busts a myth and offers a tip on how to subdue a fractious cat.

I was just about to administer a dose of vaccine when, for some unknown reason, I took a close look at the bottle.

Veterinary association reviews core and non-core vaccinations for dogs and cats, offers more information on adverse events.

National Report - Veterinarians starting a new pratice in today's economy say they have learned to accept the challenges along with the rewards.

Washington, D.C. - USDA is considering new health requirements for dogs imported into the United States.

A physical therapist shares her story.

This typically human disorder may occur in dogs as well.

San Diego--Money spent on veterinary care is going to be flat for the next three to five years, says veterinary management expert Brian Conrad.

Is vomiting hairballs normal? Yes, but far less normal than we previously thought, says feline expert Dr. Gary D. Norsworthy during a special Power Hour presentation at CVC in San Diego.

San Diego--Veterinarians need to take time to critically assess their interactions with clients and staff so they can become better leaders within their practices.

Rockville, Md. -- Antimicrobial use in food-producing animals is up nearly 7 percent over last year, according to new estimates from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

San Diego--Media personality Dr. Marty Becker issued a new challenge to veterinarians today: Reclaim the Internet when it comes to animal health information.

Detroit -- Over the last three weeks, more than 20 cases of leptospirosis have been reported in Detroit-area dogs.

St. Kitts, West Indies -- Dr. Elaine Watson was named the new dean of the Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine.

Oakville, Ontario -- The number of cats and dogs euthanized by North American animal welfare organizations declined 12 percent and 3 percent, respectively, over the last year.

Dr. Kevin Fitzgerald warns of the consequences of wild species sharing our own environs.

Columbus, Ohio -- After the killing of 49 exotic animals last week, Ohio's governor is calling on agencies to track wild animal ownership and craft new rules.

Harrisburg, Pa. -- New legislation in Pennsylvania aims to boost dog and cat adoption rates by offering a tax credit to residents.

Pullman, Wash. ? The flags at Washington State University (WSU) were flown at half mast yesterday to pay tribute to veterinarian and researcher John R. Gorham after his recent passing.

Zanesville, Ohio --The American Society of Protection of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) called yesterday's killing of escaped exotics a "horrific incident" and called on Ohio's Governor John Kasich to issue an emergency order restricting the sale and possession of exotic animals.

Zanesville, Ohio -- Four veterinarians are on the scene here to help local law enforcement trap dozens of dangerous and exotic zoo animals that escaped from a local animal preserve yesterday.

National Report - A new rule further curtailing the use of double-deck trailers to transport horses bound for slaughter is being applauded by veterinary groups.

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