AVMA Association News
Include animals in your disaster preparedness plans
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 29, 2012
May 27 to June 2 is National Hurricane Preparedness Week. But regardless of whether or not you live in an area that can be affected by hurricanes, your family should have an emergency plan, and that plan should include your animals. The AVMA has a wide range of written materials, podcasts, videos and other resources to assist veterinarians and pet owners with disaster preparedness and response. View AVMA's disaster preparedness resources.
Dog bite prevention resources
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 25, 2012
This week is National Dog Bite Prevention Week, hosted by the AVMA to help stop the nearly 5 million dog bites that happen every year in the United States. There are a number of things that you can do to avoid dog bites, ranging from properly training and socializing your pet to educating your children on how, or if, they should approach a dog. Information is one of the best cures for this public health crisis, and the AVMA has gathered a number of resources to help prevent dog bites. View AVMA's dog bite prevention resources.
Backgrounder: The Role of Breed in Dog Bite Risk and Prevention
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 24, 2012
This week is National Dog Bite Prevention Week, hosted by the AVMA to help stop the nearly 5 million dog bites that happen every year in the United States. There are usually several factors that lead to a dog bite. Quite often, however, the dog's breed is singled out as the most important factor, or the factor that is addressed through legislation. The AVMA has developed a backgrounder on the role of breed in dog bite risk and prevention.
AVMA activity book helps children avoid dog bites
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 23, 2012
This week is National Dog Bite Prevention Week, hosted by the AVMA to help stop the nearly 5 million dog bites that happen every year in the United States. Most of these dog bite victims are children, and most dog bites can be prevented. Teach children how to be safe around dogs and avoid dog bites with the help of AVMA's Bilingual Dog Bite Prevention activity and coloring book.
Video: Preventing dog bites
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 22, 2012
This week is National Dog Bite Prevention Week, hosted by the AVMA to help stop the nearly 5 million dog bites that happen every year in the United States. In this AVMA video, Dr. Ron DeHaven, chief executive officer of the association, provides tips on preventing dog bites. Watch the video.
Victoria Stilwell shares tips to stop dogs from biting
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 21, 2012
This week is National Dog Bite Prevention Week, hosted by the AVMA to help stop the nearly 5 million dog bites that happen every year in the United States. In this AVMA Animal Tracks podcast, Victoria Stilwell, dog trainer and host of Animal Planet's "It's Me or the Dog," shares training tips to help prevent dog bites. Listen to the podcast.
VIDEO: Tips for adopting a dog
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 18, 2012
Adopting a dog can be one of the great joys in life for pet owners, but it's also a big decision that should be taken very seriously. In this AVMA video, Dr. Julie Dinnage, co-founder and executive director of the Association of Shelter Veterinarians, offers some advice on finding the right dog for you and everyone in your home. Watch the video.
The June 1 issue of JAVMA News is available online
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 17, 2012
News and feature articles about the veterinary profession and animal health are available online for free from the twice-monthly Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Read the June 1 JAVMA News.
What's going on at the AVMA?
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 16, 2012
AVMA@Work brings you news and updates about the goings-on at the association. Here, we let you know what your AVMA is doing to advance the veterinary medical profession and protect the interests of veterinarians and the animals and humans they serve. We also offer you the chance to join the discussion by commenting on these articles and reading the comments of your colleagues. View the AVMA@Work blog.
Job searching, made easier
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 15, 2012
Looking for a new job, or a new employee? AVMA's Veterinary Career Center brings employers and job seekers the best searching and matching experience available. Here you will find the tools you need to target the perfect job or applicant, drawing from our expanded database open to all positions in the veterinary field, including the entire veterinary clinic staff. Visit the AVMA Veterinary Career Center.
Free Webinar: Practicing Public Health in a Food Safety Regulatory Agency
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 14, 2012
If you've ever wondered what it would be like to put your veterinary skills to use in food safety or government or how to make a career change beyond the clinic, join the AVMA for the second in our career webinar series: USDA FSIS-Practicing Public Health in a Food Safety Regulatory Agency. Hosted by Dr. Patty Bennett, deputy director for the Chemical Residue Risk Staff in the Office of Public Health Science within the Food Safety and Inspection Service, the webinar will be held this Thursday, May 17, from 1-2 p.m. (EDT). Space is limited, so reserve your Webinar seat now.
Healthy Dogs: How to keep your best friend healthy
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 11, 2012
It doesn't matter if your dog isn't Underdog, Scooby Doo, Lassie or Rin Tin Tin – he's your own household hero. And the best way to keep your canine hero going strong is to keep him healthy and happy. To that end, the AVMA has gathered some resources for both dog owners and veterinarians about general health, wellness and welfare, to name a few of the topics we cover. View AVMA's Healthy Dogs Web page.
Register online for AVMA's Annual Convention
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 10, 2012
Registration for the 149th Annual AVMA Convention, held August 3-7 in San Diego, is now open online. To learn more about AVMA's Annual Convention, access information on San Diego-area attractions, and register for the convention, visit the AVMA Convention website.
Show your pets some extra love during National Pet Week
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 09, 2012
National Pet Week, which takes place every year during the first full week of May, is widely celebrated throughout the United States and other parts of the world. National Pet Week is a great opportunity to promote responsible pet ownership and celebrate how much pets bring to our lives. In the latest AVMA Animal Tracks podcast, Dr. Emily Patterson-Kane, animal welfare scientist at the AVMA, discusses National Pet Week, responsible pet ownership and how to build the bond between you and your pets. Listen to the podcast.
Include animals in your disaster preparedness plans
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 08, 2012
Does your family's emergency plan include your animals? Planning and preparation are critical when it comes to protecting the health of your family, pets and livestock. The AVMA has a wide range of written materials, podcasts, videos and other resources to assist veterinarians and pet owners with disaster preparedness and response. View AVMA's disaster preparedness resources.
May 6-12 is National Pet Week
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 07, 2012
National Pet Week, which takes place every year during the first full week of May, is widely celebrated throughout the United States and other parts of the world. The goals of National Pet Week are to promote responsible pet ownership, celebrate the human-animal bond and promote public awareness of veterinary medicine. View the National Pet Week website for classroom materials, games and other resources.
Backgrounder: The Role of Breed in Dog Bite Risk and Prevention
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 03, 2012
There are usually several factors that lead to a dog bite. Quite often, the dog's breed is singled out as the most important factor, or the factor that is addressed through legislation. With National Dog Bite Prevention Week approaching in a few weeks, and with Maryland's recent breed-specific ruling, the AVMA has developed a backgrounder on the role of breed in dog bite risk and prevention.
The May 15 issue of JAVMA News is available online
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 02, 2012
News and feature articles about the veterinary profession and animal health are available online for free from the twice-monthly Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association. Read the May 15 JAVMA News.
Using your mouse to find a veterinarian
Animal Health SmartBrief | May 01, 2012
Pet owners looking for a veterinarian can now turn to the AVMA's MyVeterinarian.com to search by location, species cared for, and services provided. Veterinarians can also enter their clinic information and add themselves to the directory. Visit MyVeterinarian.com.
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