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News|Articles|January 29, 2021
News wrap-up: This week's veterinary headlines, plus a pet food brand recall goes international
Author(s)dvm360 Staff
Check out this week's highlights.
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As we continue to adjust to these unprecedented times, we will continue to keep you updated with the latest pandemic news and our coverage of the veterinary industry.
Take a look at this week's highlights:
- The
pet food recall initiated earlier this month by Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc isnow an international concern . On January 25, the FDA announced that pet food products containing potentially fatal levels of aflatoxin manufactured in the company’s Oklahoma plant may have been exported to 35 countries. - In her article, Pam Hale, DVM, MBA, acknowledges the current efforts made to promote
DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) in the veterinary profession , but firmly states there are still miles to go before we see long-lasting change. - The National Animal Supplement Council Quality Seal (NASC) h
as granted Canopy Animal Health the right to display the Quality Seal for its canine CBD products, expected to launch early next month. - One veterinarian offers his
top tips for increasing cash flow at your practice.
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