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DVM News Magazine

May 20,2013

Additional funding OK'd for Kansas biolab

Price tag now tops $1.2 billion.

Ex-veterinarian charged with animal cruelty retains ownership of 10 dogs

Debra Clopton pays to retain dogs at county shelter; remaining "Edgewood 48" will be prepared for adoption

Banfield: Pets live longest in Montana, shortest in Mississippi

State of Pet Health Report indicates sterilization plays key role in pet longevity.

CVC Washington D.C. 2013 kicks off in National Harbor

Speakers offer expert advice to eager audience.

Walking horse trainer charged with aggravated cruelty after USDA raid

Veterinarian, investigators seize 19 horses found to be sore in Larry Wheelon's barn.

dvm360 iPad publication: Issue 23 now available

In this issue: Read up on 3 simple tips to help you connect with clients; get a clinical update on compulsive disorders; take a look at what's happening to your pharmacy income; and learn how volunteer vets help horses in need; plus videos, quizzes, photos and more.

Veterinarian's sex crime costs new practice owners

New York veterinary practice awarded lost revenue after previous owner's conviction for soliciting sex from a minor.

University of Florida chooses James Lloyd as new veterinary school dean

Former Michigan State associate dean has a background in large animal medicine, economics.

AAHA, AAFP release fluid therapy guidelines for veterinarians

Guidelines designed to provide practitioners with practical recommendations for choosing and administering fluids.

Nine veterinary hospitals designated as national trauma center network

Teaching hospitals, specialty clinics to pioneer improved treatment outcomes in trauma cases.

Study: Cat obesity ballooning

Survey sheds light on soaring rate of overweight pets in the U.S.

Price tag of federal bio-defense lab rises for Kansas

Funds for high-risk NBAF project secured in 2014 federal budget, but not without request for state matching funds.

Ex-veterinarian charged with 48 counts of animal cruelty in New Mexico

Clopton ordered to pay $27,000 for care of seized dogs; evidence points to practicing without license.

AVMA workforce study identifies 12.5 percent excess capacity in veterinary services

Veterinary Workforce Simulation Model introduced to gather key data to better understand profession and its economic woes.

Vetsulin reintroduced to U.S. veterinary market

Merck's insulin for diabetic dogs, cats back after FDA concerns led to shortage, then disappearance of product from market.

Veterinarians lend a hand in horse health

Rural Veterinary Experience Teaching and Service (RVETS) travels to rural communities that rely on horses to survive.

Atopic or allergic dermatitis most common canine health condition in 2012

VPI reveals top 10 canine, feline veterinary diagnoses.

Nutura Pet Products further expands first recall in company history

Recall now includes all dry pet foot products and treats with expiration date Mary 24, 2014, or earlier.

Veterinary Emergency Team cares for more animals found within West, Texas, response site

Many residents are reporting lost pets after Wednesday?s explosion.

The dvm360 Five: Veterinarians in the Boston Marathon, feline senior care with Dr. Susan Little

Industry news and notes you need.

Veterinary response launched after deadly explosion at fertilizer facility

Local clinic, Texas A&M emergency team work to care for the animals of West, Texas.

Ala. veterinary board accepts AAHA accreditation in lieu of inspection

Hospitals that meet AAHA's 900-plus standards will be exempt from state board inspection.

Federal agencies seek input on plan for veterinary oversight of antimicrobial use

Producers who once ordered drugs direct from manufacturer will now need veterinary prescription.

Veterinarians safe after completing Boston Marathon

All finished before blasts, one just minutes before bombs detonated.

Sentinel Flavor Tabs reintroduced to veterinary market

Novartis parasiticide has been out of production since December 2011.