Veterinarians solemnly swear to use their scientific knowledge and skills "for the benefit of society through the protection of animal health and welfare, the prevention and relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, the promotion of public health, and the advancement of medical knowledge."
Today's veterinarians are in the unique position of being the only doctors educated to protect the health of both animals and people. They are not only educated to meet the health needs of every species of animal but they play an important role in environmental protection, food safety, and public health.
In taking The Veterinarian's Oath, a doctor solemnly swears to use his or her scientific knowledge and skills "for the benefit of society, through the protection of animal health, the relief of animal suffering, the conservation of animal resources, and the advancement of medical knowledge."
Today nearly 70,000 veterinarians are professionally active in the United States. They provide a wide variety of services in private clinical practice, teaching, research, government service, public health, military service, private industry, and other areas.
This section contains articles to help you better understand how veterinary medicine can help you and your pet enjoy the longest and fullest life together.
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May Newsletter: Care Tips for Your Senior Horse
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These care tips could help protect your senior horse's health.
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April Newsletter: The Benefits of Equine Therapy
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Therapy might offer the ideal solution for your horse's pain.
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March Newsletter: How Your Veterinarian Can Treat Corns in Horses
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Wondering what you can do about your horse's painful corns? Your equine veterinarian can help.
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February Newsletter: When Should Horses Be Vaccinated?
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Do you know when you need to vaccinate your horse?
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January Newsletter: How Often Should Horses Have Wellness Exams?
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Wondering how often your horse needs a wellness exam?
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December Newsletter: The Importance of Eye Exams for Horses
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Does your horse need an eye exam?
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November Newsletter: What are the Advantages for Clicker Training Horses?
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Thinking about clicker training your horse? Take a look at the benefits
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October Newsletter: How a Coggins Test Can Detect Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA)
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Concerned about equine infectious anemia? A Coggins Test can help you ensure your horse is healthy.
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September Newsletter: The Importance of Parasite Control for Horses
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Need a little help protecting your horse from parasites?
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August Newsletter: The Importance of Wellness Exams for Senior Horses
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Wondering if your senior horse should have a wellness exam?
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July Newsletter: What Causes Nerve Damage in Horses?
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Wondering why your horse has nerve damage?
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June Newsletter: How Often Should You Groom Your Horse?
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Wondering when you should groom your horse?
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May Newsletter: Does Your Horse Have Arthritis?
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Are you worried that your horse may have arthritis?
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April Newsletter: The Importance of Shoes for Your Horse
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Could shoes help your horse?
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March Newsletter: The Facts about Foal Nutrition
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Do you know how to meet your foal's nutritional needs?
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February Newsletter: What Safe Changes You Can Make To Your Horse's Feed
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Do you need to switch your horse's diet?
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