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Marijuana, other recreational drugs debut on pet toxins top 10 list

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The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) Animal Poison Control Center (APCC) announced its annual list of top toxins for pets. Recreational drugs, such as marijuana, mushrooms, and cocaine landed on the list for the first time.

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Delegates update AVMA policies on diets for cats and dogs, animal loss support services

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The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) amended several AVMA policies addressing a range of veterinary-related issues, , from raw diets for dogs and cats, to dog and cat population management, to animal loss support services, and safe, noncommercial transport of pets in motor vehicles, during its regular winter session, held January 5-6 in Chicago in conjunction (..)

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AVMA partners with psychiatric professionals to promote human-animal bond

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The AVMA and the American Psychiatric Association are joining forces in March to call attention to the mental health benefits of having an animal companion.

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From industry to charity, the lasting legacy of Dr. Mark Morris Sr. on small animal medicine

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Hill's Pet Nutrition and the Morris Animal Foundation (MAF) are celebrating their 75th anniversary and the enduring legacy of their shared founder, Dr. Mark L. Morris Sr.

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Vaccine hesitancy gives some US dog, cat owners cold feet

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The connection between attitudes toward human and pet vaccines and how those of some people are changing is forcing veterinary professionals to more frequently explain the benefits of vaccines for pets.

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Done with Dog Daddy

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Dog trainers that use aversive training methods, including Augusto DeOliveira, also known as "The Dog Daddy," have caught the attention of concerned animal welfare groups, trainers, veterinary behaviorists, and pet owners.

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Researcher looking at PFAS exposure in dogs, cats

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#AVMA2023 rewind: Per-and-polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have been linked to harmful health effects in both humans and animals. Bair-Brake presented on the topic of PFAS in pets. Dr. Heather D.

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