Day: January 11, 2006

Executive Board addresses hot topics in veterinary profession – January 15, 2006 For info click on above link The AVMA Executive Board approved recommendations involving some of the more pertinent issues in the veterinary profession—national disaster response, concerns over the unwanted and retired horse population, and national microchip standards for companion animals—at its meeting Nov. 17-19. Dr. Robert Hertzog, District VII, chaired the meeting, which was held at Association headquarters in Schaumburg, Ill. On a recommendation from AVMA Immediate Past President Bonnie V. Beaver, the board approved an AVMA-led National Animal Disaster Summit. The summit will bring

Legal remedy for unwanted horses an AVMA priority – January 15, 2006 For more info click on above link Legal remedy for unwanted horses an AVMA priority Association also backing pet evacuation legislation Printer-friendly version The AVMA is stepping up its advocacy for federal laws advancing animal welfare and public health. The Executive Board acted on a slate of recommendations on legislation addressing a range of issues, from southern sea otter recovery and research to Johne’s disease control and detection. Unwanted horses The board green-lighted a bold initiative for the AVMA to draft legislation, with input from