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Pet food commission suggests safety tips for DVMs, manufacturers

Washington, D.C. - 12/27/07 - Improved communication between veterinarians and the pet food industry, the development of state feed regulations and the establishment of DVM-patient diet histories can all help improve the safety and monitoring of pet food, according to the National Pet Food Commission (NPFC).

DVM appointed to state agriculture department

Baton Rouge, LA. - 12/22/07 - Fellow DVM and State Rep. Mike Strain, who will take over as Louisiana's agriculture and forestry commissioner next month has tapped another local veterinarian to a high-ranking position in the department.

Man makes house calls as veterinarian, but lacks license

Miami - 12/21/07 - A 45-year-old man was arrested after attempting to give a puppy a rabies shot during a house call visit, despite having no veterinarian license.

New swine flu has avian genes

National Report -- Researchers have identified a new strain of swine influenza that is molecularly composed of both avian and swine influenza genes.

NAVTA seeks new management

Battle Ground, Ind. - 12/18/07 - After almost two decades, the National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) has parted ways with their management company, leaving the organization searching for a new executive director.

State Board Series

A map of consumer complaints filed with state agencies

Data compiled by DVM Newsmagazine editors

Editor's blog: A second salvo on state boards

The making of a series

I am absolutely convinced that veterinarians will be faced with more intrusive government rules and regulations than ever before. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it's going to get worse.

The cross hairs of complaints

Nationwide poll: Veterinarians increasingly vulnerable to regulatory board actions; insiders speculate hike reflects poor communication

Sacramento, Calif. — Invite Dr. Wade Himes to shed light on the inner-workings of state regulatory agencies and he pauses, then laughs and asks, "Do you want me to lose my license?"

Exclusive DVM Survey: Client demand fuels spike in complaints to state boards

Serious sanctions flat, but officials cite Internet, increasing costs and human-animal bond as factors driving overall increase

National Report — When a medical case goes bad, consumers are more likely to complain to state boards than in years past, veterinarians report.