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Animal health brochures
These educational brochures are listed online in dual formats (HTML and PDF) to allow easy on-screen reading as well as a view of each brochure as it appears in print.
Animal health topics
For dog owners
For horse owners
Pet selection
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AVMA resources for educators
The AVMA recognizes the important role of teachers, counselors, and advisors in guiding the future careers of today's students. With a growing need for trained veterinarians to protect animal and human health, we ask your help in promoting your students' interest in science and technology. The AVMA has created career materials and classroom activities for every grade level to engage students in pursuing careers in animal science, public health, and veterinary medicine. |
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Pet food recalls and alerts
Whether it's a recall due to contamination or a manufacturing error, you want to make sure your pets' food is safe. View the sortable lists of pet food recalls and alerts and sign up for the twitter feed. |
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First aid tips for pet owners
First aid is not a substitute for veterinary care, but it may save your pet's life until you can get veterinary treatment. Learn how to prepare for pet medical emergencies, stock a first aid kit for your pets, and administer basic first aid to dogs, cats and other animals. |
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Advice on the safe use of flea and tick products in pets
An FDA advisory on safe use of flea and tick products notes that EPA officials advise talking to a veterinarian about these products. |
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Dogs' social lives and disease risks
Whether it's the dog park, doggie day care, boarding, competitions or training classes, mingling dogs with varied or unknown health histories can present health problems for dogs as well as their owners. |
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Paws for Pets
Paws For Pets by Dr. Gail C. Golab offers valuable information for the new pet owner, including seasonal pet health tips to help keep your pet healthy all year long. |
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Adverse event reporting
Adverse events are undesirable effects that occur after the use of a medication, medical device, pesticide, or vaccine or other biological product. They may, or may not, be caused by the product or device. Adverse events are rare and the majority of them are minor, but some can be life-threatening. |
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Emerging canine viruses
View frequently asked questions about canine respiratory coronavirus and an emerging strain of canine parvovirus. |
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American Veterinary Medical Association
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