CDC Walks Back Some of Slated Aug. 1 Regulations for Dog Importation to the U.S. from Rabies-free and Low Risk Rabies Countries
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced July 22 that it has substantially revised its new rule on dog importation to the U.S. as it relates to dogs from rabies-free and low risk dog rabies countries. The new importation requirements, which will take effect August 1, are meant to prevent a reintroduction of canine rabies […]
CDC Dog Importation Requirements – FAQ
AVMA created an FAQ for veterinarians which is linked here. The resource is also linked from this AVMA webpage on travel and transport: https://www.avma.org/resources-tools/animal-health-and-welfare/animal-travel-and-transport
USDA Actions to Protect Livestock Health From Highly Pathogenic H5N1 Avian Influenza
Federal Order to assist with developing a baseline of critical information and limiting the spread of H5N1 in dairy cattle WASHINGTON, April 24, 2024 – To further protect the U.S. livestock industry from the threat posed by highly pathogenic H5N1 avian influenza, USDA is sharing a number of actions that we are taking with our […]
Veterinarians Exempt from Opioid Related Training for DEA – Registered Practitioners
A new opioid-related training requirement for DEA-registered practitioners does not apply to veterinarians, despite appearing as a required checkbox on the DEA’s online registration application, according to U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) officials. Veterinarians who are registering or renewing their DEA registration should simply check the box on the DEA application, in order to continue […]
Emerging Threat to the United States – Fentanyl Combined with Illicit Xylazine
The Administration has designated fentanyl combined with illicit xylazine as an “emerging threat” to the United States. For full details on the announcement, read the latest AVMA News story.