Legislation & regulation

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January 6, 2021
FDA investigating pet food for lethal levels of toxin
The FDA is investigating now-recalled Sportmix pet food for potentially fatal levels of aflatoxin following the deaths of more than two dozen dogs. . -
December 31, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 12/24 to 12/31
This week: The FDA investigates reports of aflatoxin in pet food, dog racing to end in Florida, and the first year of pet ownership is the hardest. -
December 23, 2020
Study: Punishment-based training is stressful for dogs
A new study out of Portugal adds to the mounting evidence that dogs trained using aversive stimuli suffer long-term negative effects. -
December 23, 2020
How the new stimulus package will help practices
Congress passed a $900 billion COVID relief bill and stimulus package this week. Here’s how your practice could benefit. -
December 15, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 12/11 to 12/17
This week: Congress bans private ownership of big cats and Brazil taps dogs to sniff out COVID. Plus, how do robotic therapy dogs compare to the real thing? -
November 19, 2020
FDA approves first intratumoral injection to treat nonmetastatic mast cell tumors in dogs
On Monday, the FDA approved Stelfonta to treat mast cell tumors in dogs, giving clinicians a new treatment modality. -
November 12, 2020
How the new COVID surge could affect veterinary hospitals
Experts have been predicting a fall surge in COVID cases since last spring, and now it's here. How will that impact hospitals? -
November 11, 2020
Can Denver’s repeal of its pit bull ban help dismantle stereotypes?
Denver, Colorado, voted to overturn a 30-year-old pit bull ban last week. Will cities with similar bans take the hint? -
October 29, 2020
FDA approves first medicine for weight management in cats with chronic kidney disease
A newly approved medication could prolong the lives of cats diagnosed with chronic kidney disease by helping them maintain a healthy weight. -
October 29, 2020
What taxpayers should know about protective claims for possible ACA tax refunds
Largely, tax refunds result from the overpayment of income taxes through payroll tax withholding and/or quarterly tax estimates for any particular year. But rule changes can affect business or individual returns.