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Louisiana board mandates direct supervision for laypersons performing alternative therapies

May 1, 2012

The Louisiana Board of Veterinary Medicine is permitting laypersons to provide alternative therapies on animals under the supervision of a veterinarian.

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Groups urge USDA to crack down on equine soring

May 1, 2012

The Humane Society of the United States has petitioned the U.S. Department of Agriculture to expand the Horse Protection Act to make the use of numbing or masking drugs to hide underlying soring a felony offense.

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States seek limitations on nontherapeutic antibiotic uses in food animals

May 1, 2012

Some lawmakers in Minnestota and West Virginia are working on limiting nonmedicacl uses of antimicrobials in food animals.

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Nebraska lawmakers declare pets to be personal property

May 1, 2012

Nebraska has passed a law that will preempt efforts to award non-economic damages in cases of pet loss.

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Nebraska lawmakers mandate veterinary care for breeding dogs

May 1, 2012

Pet breeders in Nebraska will soon be required to have a written veterinary care plan for every dog under their care.

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The changing veterinary drug model

May 1, 2012

Increasing pet owner options about where to obtain medications means veterinarians must adjust, experts say.

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Illinois senator wants pet owner consent for veterinary charges of more than $250

May 1, 2012

Bill calls for disciplinary action against veterinarians who don't obtain 'express prior authorization.'

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Delaware veterinarians must tell clients about prescription side effects

May 1, 2012

Delaware veterinarians must disclose side effects of prescription medications to clients if asked.

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FDA issues new guidelines to limit antimicrobial overuse in food animals

April 17, 2012

Veterinary oversight is key to phasing out nontherapeutic use, agency says.

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