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News affecting the practice of veterinary medicine and the care of animals.
News affecting the practice of veterinary medicine and the care of animals.
The FDA’s Center for Veterinary Medicine is reminding veterinarians and pet owners about recalls of eye drops marketed under several brands, due to the risk of eye infection.
Each year, the Oregon Veterinary Medical Association and the Animal Health Foundation of Oregon honor animals who, through unselfish and courageous accomplishments, exemplify the affection, loyalty, security, public service, and value of the human-animal bond.
At ceremonies held during the 2024 Oregon Veterinary Conference, the OVMA honored three individuals and one larger group of veterinarians for their service to the veterinary profession and animals. The Awards of Excellence are given annually to deserving people and organizations.
Two horses from a Benton County facility tested positive for Equine Herpesvirus (EHV-1), with one of those horses testing positive for the neurologic form of the virus.
February is National Pet Dental Health month. Oral disease is the most frequently diagnosed health problem affecting adult dogs and cats. Nearly 80% of all dogs and cats over the age of three have periodontal (gum) disease.
D&D Commodities Ltd. is recalling one lot of 3-D Pet Products Premium Parrot Food due to potential Salmonella contamination.
Blue Ridge Beef is recalling their Kitten Grind, Kitten Mix and Puppy Mix due to Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes contamination.
Avian influenza (AI) is an infectious viral disease of birds (especially wild waterfowl such as ducks and geese), often causing no apparent signs of illness. AI viruses can sometimes spread to domestic poultry and cause large-scale outbreaks of serious disease.
Ways to keep pets safe during the winter holidays.
TFP Nutrition is expanding their recall to include all dry dog, dry cat, and catfish formulas manufactured in their Nacogdoches, TX facility due to potential Salmonella contamination.
Nominations are sought from OVMA members for those deserving of Awards of Excellence or induction into the Oregon Animal Hall of FameTM by January 31, 2024.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, in collaboration with the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and state partners, is investigating seven human cases of Salmonella Kiambu infection potentially associated with pet food made by Mid America Pet Food.
Health advisories for toxic algae levels have been issued for several waterways in Oregon, and close by waters in Idaho and Washington. Pets should avoid contact with the affected water.
With your contribution to VOTE (Veterinarians Organized to Elect) PAC, your can help the OVMA support legislators who have been there for the profession.
Mid America Pet Foodis recalling three lots of Victor Super Premium Dog Food, Select Beef Meal & Brown Rice Formula because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.