AVMA News

MARCH 22, 2023

The Arkansas state legislature recently adopted a law that will expand veterinary technician specialists’ (VTS) scope of practice. Another bill still under consideration would dilute the educational background required for veterinary technicians to qualify for licensure.

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Arkansas Legislature Legislation Vet 407

4 The Love Of Animals

JUNE 21, 2011

Preparing to Leave – Before leaving for vacation with your pet, be sure to visit your local vet for a check-up. Be sure to ask for a health certificate when you’re at the vet and all of your pet’s vaccination tags. If your pet has a medical condition, take a copy of pertinent medical records in the event of an emergency.

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Pets Medical Vet Laws 100

4 The Love Of Animals

MARCH 23, 2014

Educate yourself on your destination locale’s pet entry regulations, licensing regulations, and laws by contacting the State Veterinarian or State Department of Agriculture and the City Clerk’s office, local humane organization, or area animal control facility. Before the Big Day. Moving Day. After Your Arrive.

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Pets Litter Medical Kennels 100

10,000 Birds

JULY 31, 2015

She has a captive-bred education bird named Xena, a Eurasian Eagle Owl. They were not aware of wildlife laws, and thought they could raise and release them. We took her to the vet and put her on medication, and somehow she pulled through. This post is from Lisa Beth Acton, a wildlife rehabilitator in Accord, NY.

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Raised Mice Wildlife Rehabilitation Squirrels 225

4 The Love Of Animals

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

Educate yourself on your destination locale’s pet entry regulations, licensing regulations, and laws by contacting the State Veterinarian or State Department of Agriculture and the City Clerk’s office, local humane organization, or area animal control facility. Before the Big Day. Moving Day. After Your Arrive.

Pets 100

Pets Litter Medical Kennels 100