News
March 12, 2010
Outdoor Hazards
The arrival of warmer weather means more time outside for you and your pets. But even in your own back yard, there are some potential hazards that could get in the way of the fun.
March 10, 2010
OVMA Awards of Excellence Given to Worthy Recipients
The OVMA has honored several worthy individuals for their service to the veterinary profession.
March 9, 2010
Nature’s Variety Expands Recall of Raw Frozen Diet for Dogs & Cats Due to Salmonella Risk
Nature’s Variety is voluntarily recalling all Chicken Formula and Organic Chicken Formula products with a “Best If Used By” date on or before 2/5/11.
March 8, 2010
Rusty, a Chesapeake/Lab Mix, Inducted Into Oregon Animal Hall of Fame
Each year, the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association and Oregon Animal Health Foundation honor animals who, through unselfish and courageous accomplishments, exemplify the affection, loyalty, security, public service, and value of the human-animal bond. Rusty, a Chesapeake/Lab mix, is this year's inductee in the Companion category.
February 24, 2010
Buprenorphine Shortage: Alternatives for Analgesia
Heidi L. Shafford, DVM, PhD, DACVA of Veterinary Anesthesia Specialists LLC, Portland, has provided the following information to assist you in providing adequate analgesia for your patients without buprenorphine, which is on backorder.
February 24, 2010
Rabies Found in Goat and 2 Foxes in Josephine County
Oregon Public Health officials are warning people to protect themselves and their pets from rabies after finding a rabid goat and two foxes in Cave Junction in Josephine County.
February 18, 2010
American Heartworm Society Releases 2010 Canine Heartworm Guidelines
The American Heartworm Society (AHS) has released new canine heartworm guidelines for 2010. These guidelines are considered the official veterinary industry perspective for epidemiology, diagnosis and treatment of the disease and include some notable differences from previous versions.
February 16, 2010
Compensation & Benefits Survey: Now Open
The OVMA office receives frequent requests for compensation and benefits information specific to the practice of veterinary medicine in Oregon. To answer these inquiries, we have prepared an Oregon-specific compensation and benefits survey. Please complete the survey by April 15, 2010.
February 12, 2010
Histoplasmosis Infections in Indoor-only Cats in Non-Endemic Areas
Three clusters of feline histoplasmosis infection have been reported in indoor-only cats in the non-endemic states of Colorado, California, and Texas.
February 10, 2010
National Animal Identification System Discontinued; New Traceability System to Be Developed
On February 5, 2010, the USDA announced it would be discontinuing the National Animal Identification System (NAIS), which had been designed to help producers and animal health officials respond to animal disease events in the United States. A replacement system for animal traceability will be developed.