News

National Report - Atropine sulfate has just been added to the list of medically necessary veterinary drugs in short supply, reports the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Albany, N.Y. - Veterinarians in New York may soon be required to complete a minimum of 45 hours of continuing education (CE) every three years, according to a proposed amendment to the state's education regulations.

New York City - Curiosity brought Dr. Konstantine Barsky to the Occupy Wall Street Camp at Zuccotti Park in late September. But it was concern for the camp's animl inhabitants that brought the veterinarian back for the next five weeks.

Dr. Robert M. Miller reminisces about trading practical jokes with a past schoolmate.

Anyone who goes to the gym regularly has seen the power of the average New Year's resolution.

National Report - There is a new group of reality stars, and they spend most of their time surrounded by cattle, pigs and horses.

North Gafton, Mass. - Tufts University's veterinary school was recently re-accredited by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA).

New research into this training tool brings insight-and controversy.

Reserachers at the University of Missouri believe they have found a way to speed up the diagnosis of infections in dogs and cats.

A new gene microarray containing hundreds of pieces of DNA strands could be the key to understanding the brain responses of horses infected with West Nile virus.

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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.

A veterinarian and virologist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison veterinary school is at the center of a controversy regarding censorship on a study about avian influenza viruses.

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.