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JAVMA, Vol 234, No. 1-12, January-June, 2009 Index 1

Index to News

AAbuseState bills popping up on horse slaughter, unwanted-horse issue, 857Donor doesn’t want money going to veterinary college, 866AASV creates guide for developing anti-cruelty policies, 1375

Academy of Veterinary Dentistry (AVD)Veterinary dental forum, 192

AccreditationFederal funding priorities identifi ed, 17Two foreign schools inch closer to accreditation, 191Group to offer accreditation for online veterinary pharmacies, 720Education council schedules site visits, 861Organization accredits 50 compounding pharmacies, 865NTRA moving toward racetrack accreditation, 1001Future of veterinary education up for discussion, 1116Australian school seeks AVMA accreditation, 1228$1 million campaign to raise awareness of AAHA hospitals, 1242Accreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368Education council schedules site visits, 1506

AdoptionNew resources helping unwanted horses fi nd new homes [MS Osborne],

29Adoption day for wild horses to bring awareness, 1373

Adverse ReactionsTopical fl ea and tick products come under EPA scrutiny, 1228Compounding issues resurface in wake of ponies’ deaths, 1514

AfghanistanHead of Afghan Veterinary Association learns from AVMA, 1494

Afghan Veterinary Association (AVA)Head of Afghan Veterinary Association learns from AVMA, 1494

AggressionSpeakers explore the ups and downs of pet keeping, 1371

Agriculture & Public Health GatewayUniversity Web site to educate about public health, agriculture, 446

AlabamaAccreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368

AlpacasOnline CE available on camelids, 720

Alveolar EchinococcosisRoss students present fi nding to WHO, 594

American Academy of Veterinary Pharmacology (AAVP)Foundation to support pharmacology research, 1002

American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA)AAHA releases publication on careers for veterinary technicians, 1114Revenues for animal hospitals whose directors are AAHA members, 1241$1 million campaign to raise awareness of AAHA hospitals, 1242AAHA president brings business sense to veterinary practice [K Burns],

1244CATalyst Council names Top 10 Cat-Friendly Cities, 1245Dr Michael R Grguric, 1247Dr Mitsie Vargas, 1247Dr Nancy D Kay, 1247AAHA sessions tackle student debt–’the elephant in the room,’ 1369Demand outpaces donations for AAHA Helping Pets Fund, 1515

American Association of Bovine Practitioners (AABP)Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP)Equine conference educates, updates on active year, 301Partnership seeks to improve veterinary technician CE, 303

AAEP president found inspiration from other members, 304Free vaccines offered to improve welfare of unwanted horses, 305Accolades, 312Equine veterinarians hope to improve racing standards, 447Horse slaughter conditions in Mexico explored by AAEP group, 584AAEP releases guidelines on protecting Thoroughbred health, 856Equine veterinarians affected yet resilient in sour economy, 1103Maintaining profi tability requires smart management, 1105Compounding issues resurface in wake of ponies’ deaths, 1514

American Association of Extension Veterinarians (AAEV)American Association of Extension Veterinarians, 191

American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP)CATalyst Council names Top 10 Cat-Friendly Cities, 1245

American Association of Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS)“Work hard at things you love to do,” 1506

American Association of Swine Veterinarians (AASV)Swine veterinarians assess challenges to industry, practice, 1107Social issues, biosecurity on AASV president’s plate, 1109American Association of Swine Veterinarians, 1119H1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358AASV creates guide for developing anti-cruelty policies, 1375

American Association of Veterinary Immunologists (AAVI)Ewing honored by CRWAD, 725

American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians (AAVLD)USAHA, AAVLD team up and request more federal funding [MS

Osborne], 31Report pets with Salmonella; send samples, 581

American Association of Veterinary Parasitologists (AAVP)Ewing honored by CRWAD, 726

American Association of Zoo Veterinarians (AAZV)American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 313Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP)American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, 313Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American Board of Veterinary Specialties (ABVS)Specialty boards recognized, 1232AVMA addresses international presence, 1236Many Faces, One Profession: American Board of Veterinary Specialties,

1239

American Board of Veterinary Toxicology (ABVT)Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM)Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Poultry Veterinarians (ACPV)Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Theriogenologists (ACT)Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Veterinary Anesthesiologists (ACVA)Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Veterinary Behaviorists (ACVB)Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Veterinary Clinical Pharmacology (ACVCP)Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Veterinary Dermatology (ACVD)Specialty boards recognized, 1232

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American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care (ACVECC)

American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, 35Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM)Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Veterinary Microbiologists (ACVM)Ewing honored by CRWAD, 726American College of Veterinary Microbiologists, 1121Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Veterinary Nutrition (ACVN)Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO)American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists, 33AVMA endorses service dog program, 1232Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP)American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 450Industry sponsors renew support for pathology training positions, 865Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Veterinary Preventive Medicine (ACVPM)Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Veterinary Radiology (ACVR)American College of Veterinary Radiology, 35Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR)

Comments invited on proposed sports medicine and rehabilitation specialty, 712

American College of Veterinary Surgeons (ACVS)American College of Veterinary Surgeons, 1121Specialty boards recognized, 1232Specialty group forms corporate partnerships, 1522

American College of Zoological Medicine (ACZM)Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American Embryo Transfer Association (AETA)American Embryo Transfer Association, 1377

American Horse Council (AHC)Unwanted horse problem to be analyzed in initial study, 190Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

American Horse Protection Association (AHPA)Adoption day for wild horses to bring awareness, 1373

American Kennel Club (AKC)Comments invited on proposed sports medicine and rehabilitation

specialty, 712

American Red Cross (ARC)AVMA, AVMF, Red Cross enter agreement for emergencies, 1110

Americans College of Veterinary Behaviorists (ACVB)Speakers explore the ups and downs of pet keeping, 1371

American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology (ASVCP)American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology, 451

American Society of Veterinary Medical Executives (ASVME)AVMA looks to strengthen ties with veterinary students, 1229

American Veterinary Dental College (AVDC)Veterinary dental forum, 192Specialty boards recognized, 1232

American Veterinary Dental Society (AVDS)Veterinary dental forum, 192

American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)Report: government must address growing shortage of federal

veterinarians, 851Program prompts veterinarians, clients to address pet obesity, 861AVMA, AVMF, Red Cross enter agreement for emergencies, 1110CATalyst Council names Top 10 Cat-Friendly Cities, 1245State, national entities give voice to veterinary colleges, 1356

American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF)Seven things you (may not) know the AVMF offers, 23Disaster preparedness grant recipients named, 308AVMF student scholarships available for 2009, 589Disaster training part of Foundation’s mission, 590Second AVMF volunteerism project set for Seattle, 861AVMA, AVMF, Red Cross enter agreement for emergencies, 1110With eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228Proposal could lead to privately funded student loan help, 1231AVMF leaders hope to expand services despite challenges, 1367Ready for disaster: AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams, 1488Tri-state conference promotes local disaster planning, 1491

American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB)Speakers explore the ups and downs of pet keeping, 1371

AmishBeef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

AmphibiansNew guidelines intended to guard amphibians against deadly fungi, 1000

Analytic & Diagnostic TechniquesUSDA seeking veterinarians’ help in promoting NAIS, 178New facility to advance study of foreign animal disease, 181Advances in cancer screening, treatments aid patients, 993GHLIT Wellness Center back for 2009 convention [AVMA GHLIT], 1509

Animal Agriculture Liaison Committee (AALC)Many Faces, One Profession: Animal Agriculture Liaison Committee, 1238

Animal Generic Drug User Fee ActNew resource available on generic drugs, 301

Animal Health Institute (AHI)Animal-use antimicrobial sales up; manufacturers report more growth use

of ionophores, 446Ewing honored by CRWAD, 726Proposal could lead to privately funded student loan help, 1231

Animal Legal Defense FundNew Jersey court says consider pet’s special value in custody cases,

1111Vermont court says no to emotional compensation for pet loss, 1515

Animal Planet$1 million campaign to raise awareness of AAHA hospitals, 1242

Animal RightsAnimal rights extremist is one of FBI’s most wanted terrorists, 1375Vermont court says no to emotional compensation for pet loss, 1515

Animal TransportStudent debt relief, unwanted horses are among AVMA legislative

priorities, 14

Animal WelfareWelfare policies revised, partnership formed, 16Competition challenges students to grow in animal welfare knowledge, 32AVMA brochures on careers, pet health receive a makeover, 186Equine conference educates, updates on active year, 301Animal welfare, advocacy among conference workshop topics, 438AAEP releases guidelines on protecting Thoroughbred health, 856Program prompts veterinarians, clients to address pet obesity, 861Donor doesn’t want money going to veterinary college, 866Swine veterinarians assess challenges to industry, practice, 1107Sessions shed light on viral, bacterial, and production problems, 1109AVMA, AVMF, Red Cross enter agreement for emergencies, 1110“Work hard at things you love to do,” 1506Study examining organic, conventional milk production, 1517

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AnticoagulantsFirst rDNA construct approved for human use, 722

Antimicrobial ResistanceInfection control guide available from Canadian committee, 989

AntimicrobialsHOD revises antimicrobials in livestock feeds policy, 436Animal-use antimicrobial sales up; manufacturers report more growth use

of ionophores, 446Infection control guide available from Canadian committee, 989FDA adds online information to Veterinary Feed Directive guide, 1493Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

AppointmentsAja is Hill’s new director of professional affairs, 30AVMA calls for applications to WVA Council, 307AVMA representative sought for one-health steering committee, 309Texas A&M’s new dean starts March 1, 449Dr Linda K Tollefson, 1002

Argus InstituteGuide helps veterinarians counsel clients with ill pets, 1368

ArizonaVeterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352

ArtworkAVMA Auxiliary spices up National Pet Week, 186LSU exhibition features creatures in artwork, 1376

Assistance AnimalsLegislative priorities identifi ed, 1231AVMA endorses service dog program, 1232

Association for Veterinary Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine (AVEPM)

Ewing honored by CRWAD, 725

Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC)‘Ambitious’ strategic plan unveiled at AAVMC meeting, 1115Future of veterinary education up for discussion, 1116Offi cials say veterinary college prerequisites need streamlining, 1117Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges, 1120Dr Tracy L Hanner, 1247Veterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352State, national entities give voice to veterinary colleges, 1356

Association of America Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC)Symposium calls for targeted efforts to increase diversity [MA Osborne],

1224

Association of Avian Veterinarians (AAV)Dr Darcy Ogada, 191Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

Association of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians (ARAV)Association of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians, 314

ATrynFirst rDNA construct approved for human use, 722

AustraliaEducation council schedules site visits, 24, 861Australian school seeks AVMA accreditation, 1228Accreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368Education council schedules site visits, 1506

AustriaH1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

AVMA American Board of Veterinary Specialties (ABVS)Performance of AVMA entities evaluated, 20Comments invited on proposed sports medicine and rehabilitation

specialty, 712

AVMA American College of Veterinary Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation (ACVSMR)

Many Faces, One Profession: American Board of Veterinary Specialties, 1239

AVMA Animal Agriculture Liaison Committee (AALC)Animal agriculture issues addressed, 15More information more accessible on food supply veterinary medicine

site, 717Strategic Planning Committee sunset, 1236

AVMA Animal Welfare Committee (AWC)Animal Welfare Committee, 311Comments invited on proposed sports medicine and rehabilitation

specialty, 712Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

AVMA Animal Welfare DivisionCompetition challenges students to grow in animal welfare knowledge, 32Animal welfare, advocacy among conference workshop topics, 438Comments invited on proposed sports medicine and rehabilitation

specialty, 712AVMA: mandatory spay/neuter a bad idea, 1232Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

AVMA Annual ConventionAVMA convention city rotation set, 22Set sail for Seattle and the AVMA convention, 442Second AVMF volunteerism project set for Seattle, 861Voting member meeting scheduled for AVMA convention, 1234Dr James H Steele, 1240Balancing the AVMA budget, 1366

AVMA AnswersPresident’s outlook, 25Leading the Executive Board in a challenging time, 860Balancing the AVMA budget, 1366

AVMA Aquatic Veterinary Medicine Committee (AqVMC)Performance of AVMA entities evaluated, 20Aquatic animal health measures approved, 1234Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

AVMA AuxiliaryAVMA Auxiliary spices up National Pet Week, 186

AVMA Biennial Economic SurveyAVMA survey measures income trends to 2007 [MK Burns], 8

AVMA Budget and Financial Review Committee (BFRC)Executive Board cuts costs to balance 2010 budget, 1100Balancing the AVMA budget, 1366

AVMA BylawsPerformance of AVMA entities evaluated, 20Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496Proposed amendments to the AVMA Bylaws:Article II: Committees/Councils/Task Forces, Section 5, 1499Article VIII: Committees/Councils/Task Forces, Section 1, 1499Article VIII: Committees/Councils/Task Forces, Section 2, 1499Article VIII: Committees/Councils/Task Forces, Section 3, 1499

AVMA CandidatesUnity key to veterinarians’ strength, Kornegay says, 1361Brown wants to build on work of fi rst term, 1363

AVMA Clinical Practitioners Advisory Committee (CPAC)Performance of AVMA entities evaluated, 20Group to offer accreditation for online veterinary pharmacies, 720Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235Clinical Practitioners Advisory Committee, 1512

AVMA Committee on Disaster and Emergency Issues (CDEI)Disaster and emergency-related policies amended, 17Committee on Disaster and Emergency Issues, 1113New AVMA policy: animal carcasses not an immediate risk, 1234Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

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AVMA Committee on Environmental Issues (CEI)Board acts on environmental policies, 13Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

AVMA Committee on International Veterinary Affairs (CIVA)Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235AVMA addresses international presence, 1236

AVMA Committee on the Human-Animal Bond (CH-AB)Human-animal bond committee receives “higher” calling, 17Performance of AVMA entities evaluated, 20Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities (CVTEA)

Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities, 995

AVMA Communications DivisionAVMA brochures on careers, pet health receive a makeover, 186AVMA launches ‘Chew on This’ podcast series on food safety, 439Task Force on Future Roles and Expectations, 719AVMA Web site offers additional updates on state proposals, 853Council on Communications, 994AVMA launches video messages from its CEO, 1360Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496Join the conversation; catch the AVMA@Work blog, 1508Vermont court says no to emotional compensation for pet loss, 1515

AVMA Confi dentiality StatementAVMA volunteers sign ethics statements, 17

AVMA Confl ict of Interest StatementAVMA volunteers sign ethics statements, 17

AVMA Convention and Meeting Planning DivisionBalancing the AVMA budget, 1366

AVMA Convention Management and Program Committee (CMPC)AVMA convention city rotation set, 22Balancing the AVMA budget, 1366

AVMA Council on Biologic and Therapeutic Agents (COBTA)Board acts on environmental policies, 13Council on Biologic and Therapeutic Agents, 440

AVMA Council on Communications (COC)Performance of AVMA entities evaluated, 20Council on Communications, 994Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

AVMA Council on Education (COE)Education council schedules site visits, 24Two foreign schools inch closer to accreditation, 191Education council schedules site visits, 861Specialty boards recognized, 1232Many Faces, One Profession: American Board of Veterinary Specialties,

1239Accreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496Education council schedules site visits, 1506

AVMA Council on Public Health and Regulatory Veterinary Medicine (CPHRVM)

Council on Public Health and Regulatory Veterinary Medicine, 189Strategic Planning Committee sunset, 1236

AVMA Council on Research (COR)Council on Research, 26

AVMA Councils and CommitteesDelegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

AVMA DatabaseAVMA members by age as of December 31, 2008, 1506

AVMA DirectoryAVMA directory to go entirely electronic, 21

AVMA Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (EFCVG)

Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

AVMA Education & Research DivisionEducation council schedules site visits, 24New Education Division staff come with experience, 590Comments invited on proposed sports medicine and rehabilitation

specialty, 712Many Faces, One Profession: American Board of Veterinary Specialties,

1239

AVMA Executive Board 2008 November 13-15 Policies reaffi rmed, rescinded, 12 Board acts on environmental policies, 13 Student debt relief, unwanted horses are among AVMA legislative

priorities, 14 Animal agriculture issues addressed, 15 Welfare policies revised, partnership formed, 16 AVMA volunteers sign ethics statements, 17 Disaster and emergency-related policies amended, 17 Federal funding priorities identifi ed, 17 Human-animal bond committee receives “higher” calling, 17 Economic resolution to be implemented, policy on AVMA elections

revised, 18 PAC report goes electronic, 18 Board acts on aquatic medicine-related proposals, 19 ECFVG language test format changes, 20 Food safety policies revised, 20 Performance of AVMA entities evaluated, 20 AVMA directory to go entirely electronic, 21 Drug-related policies adopted, liaisons ended, 21 AVMA convention city rotation set, 22 Legislative committee structure modifi ed, 22 Veterinary service policies, liaisons addressed, 22 Rabies and other public health policies revisited, 33Price, Trimmer elected to AVMA Executive Board, 715Task Force on Future Roles and Expectations, 719Leading the Executive Board in a challenging time, 860 2009 April 2-3 Executive Board cuts costs to balance 2010 budget, 1100 Australian school seeks AVMA accreditation, 1228 Board moves to enhance relationship with trusts, 1228 With eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228 AVMA looks to strengthen ties with veterinary students, 1229 Board refi nes offi cer travel, 1230 Legislative priorities identifi ed, 1231 Proposal could lead to privately funded student loan help, 1231 AVMA: mandatory spay/neuter a bad idea, 1232 AVMA endorses service dog program, 1232 Specialty boards recognized, 1232 Policies revised, reaffi rmed, rescinded, 1233 Some pet policies revisited, 1233 Aquatic animal health measures approved, 1234 New AVMA policy: animal carcasses not an immediate risk, 1234 Voting member meeting scheduled for AVMA convention, 1234 Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235 AVMA addresses international presence, 1236 Strategic Planning Committee sunset, 1236

AVMA FinancesExecutive Board cuts costs to balance 2010 budget, 1100Board moves to enhance relationship with trusts, 1228With eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228Balancing the AVMA budget, 1366

AVMA Food Safety Advisory Committee (FSAC)Food safety policies revised, 20Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

AVMA Governance Performance Review Committee (GPRC)Performance of AVMA entities evaluated, 20Governance Performance Review Committee, 593Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235Strategic Planning Committee sunset, 1236Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

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AVMA Governmental Relations DivisionWhat can the veterinary profession expect in Obama’s America, 183AVMA conference readies leaders for challenges and opportunities, 432AVMA notes staff achievements, 591Veterinarian-turned-politician hopes to bring science to the Hill, 1118Legislative priorities identifi ed, 1231Head of Afghan Veterinary Association learns from AVMA, 1494Red Flags Rule requires identity theft prevention programs, 1512

AVMA Group Health & Life Insurance Trust (GHLIT)Education is key to combating rise in MRSA [AVMA GHLIT], 187GHLIT backs SAVMA obesity awareness campaign [AVMA GHLIT], 443AVMA accepting nominations to GHLIT, 715Sleep apnea–unmasking a nighttime health risk [AVMA Group Health and

Life Insurance Trust], 716Advances in cancer screening, treatments aid patients, 993Board moves to enhance relationship with trusts, 1228Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235Rheumatoid arthritis has no cure, but treatments exist [GHLIT], 1237GHLIT Wellness Center back for 2009 convention [AVMA GHLIT], 1509

AVMA History“Work hard at things you love to do,” 1506

AVMA House Advisory Committee (HAC)Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

AVMA House of Delegates (HOD)Voting member meeting scheduled for AVMA convention, 1234Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

AVMA Issue Management Subcommittee (IMS)Strategic Planning Committee sunset, 1236

AVMA Judicial CouncilDelegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

AVMA Legislative Advisory Committee (LAC)Legislative committee structure modifi ed, 22Legislative Advisory Committee, 310Legislative priorities identifi ed, 1231Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

AVMA Media LibraryAVMA launches video messages from its CEO, 1360

AVMA Member Services Committee (MSC)Performance of AVMA entities evaluated, 20Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235Member Services Committee, 1364

AVMA MembershipAVMA members by age as of December 31, 2008, 1506

AVMA Membership and Field Services DivisionAVMA looks to strengthen ties with veterinary students, 1229

AVMA National Pet WeekAVMA Auxiliary spices up National Pet Week, 186

AVMA Offi ce of the Executive Vice President (OEVP)AVMA addresses international presence, 1236Strategic Planning Committee sunset, 1236

AVMA Offi cersPresident’s outlook, 25Price, Trimmer elected to AVMA Executive Board, 715Task Force on Future Roles and Expectations, 719Board refi nes offi cer travel, 1230Unity key to veterinarians’ strength, Kornegay says, 1361Brown wants to build on work of fi rst term, 1363Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

AVMA One Health Joint Steering Committee (OHJSC)AVMA representative sought for one-health steering committee, 309Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

AVMA PAC Policy BoardBoard appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

AVMA PLITBoard appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

AVMA PoliciesPolicies reaffi rmed, rescinded, 12Board acts on environmental policies, 13Animal agriculture issues addressed, 15Welfare policies revised, partnership formed, 16Disaster and emergency-related policies amended, 17Economic resolution to be implemented, policy on AVMA elections

revised, 18Food safety policies revised, 20Drug-related policies adopted, liaisons ended, 21Veterinary service policies, liaisons addressed, 22Rabies and other public health policies revisited, 33HOD revises antimicrobials in livestock feeds policy, 436Comments invited on proposed sports medicine and rehabilitation

specialty, 712History of AVMA policy on ear cropping and tail docking of dogs, 714AVMA looks to strengthen ties with veterinary students, 1229Board refi nes offi cer travel, 1230Legislative priorities identifi ed, 1231AVMA: mandatory spay/neuter a bad idea, 1232Policies revised, reaffi rmed, rescinded, 1233Some pet policies revisited, 1233Aquatic animal health measures approved, 1234New AVMA policy: animal carcasses not an immediate risk, 1234Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

AVMA Political Action Committee (AVMAPAC)PAC report goes electronic, 18Political Action Committee Policy Board, 1510

AVMA Position StatementsGroup to offer accreditation for online veterinary pharmacies, 720

AVMA Principles of Veterinary Medical EthicsUSDA laboratory employees suspended in drug probe [RS Nolen], 710

AVMA Professional Liability Insurance Trust (PLIT)Board moves to enhance relationship with trusts, 1228

AVMA Publications DivisionNew assistant editor for Publications Division, 442

AVMA ResolutionsDelegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

AVMA Rules of Disciplinary ProcedureDelegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

AVMA Scientifi c Activities DivisionAVMA notes staff achievements, 591Speakers explore the ups and downs of pet keeping, 1371Compounding issues resurface in wake of ponies’ deaths, 1514

AVMA StaffNew assistant editor for Publications Division, 442New Education Division staff come with experience, 590AVMA notes staff achievements, 591Task Force on Future Roles and Expectations, 719

AVMA State Advocacy Committee (SAC)Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

AVMA State Legislative and Regulatory Affairs DepartmentCalifornia considers tax on veterinary services, 582

AVMA Strategic Planning Committee (SPC)Strategic Planning Committee, 718Strategic Planning Committee sunset, 1236

AVMA Task Force on Future Roles and ExpectationsTask Force on Future Roles and Expectations, 719Executive Board cuts costs to balance 2010 budget, 1100

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AVMA looks to strengthen ties with veterinary students, 1229Board refi nes offi cer travel, 1230

AVMA TravelExecutive Board cuts costs to balance 2010 budget, 1100AVMA looks to strengthen ties with veterinary students, 1229Board refi nes offi cer travel, 1230AVMA addresses international presence, 1236

AVMA Veterinary Environmental Compliance and Assistance Clearinghouse

EPA pharmaceutical survey not for veterinarians, AVMA says [MS Osborne], 12

AVMA Veterinary Leadership ConferenceAVMA conference readies leaders for challenges and opportunities, 432Animal welfare, advocacy among conference workshop topics, 438

AVMA Veterinary Leadership Conference Planning Committee (VLCPC)

Performance of AVMA entities evaluated, 20Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235Veterinary Leadership Conference Planning Committee, 1511

AVMA Veterinary Leadership ExperienceExecutive Board cuts costs to balance 2010 budget, 1100

AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams (VMATs)Ready for disaster: AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams, 1488Tri-state conference promotes local disaster planning, 1491

AVMA Web SiteEPA pharmaceutical survey not for veterinarians, AVMA says [MS

Osborne], 12AVMA directory to go entirely electronic, 21More information more accessible on food supply veterinary medicine

site, 717AVMA launches video messages from its CEO, 1360Join the conversation; catch the AVMA@Work blog, 1508Red Flags Rule requires identity theft prevention programs, 1512

AVMA@WorkJoin the conversation; catch the AVMA@Work blog, 1508

AwardsAmerican College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists, 33American College of Veterinary Radiology, 35Dr Bret D Marsh, 191Kentucky VMA, 192Veterinary dental forum, 192Training program brings veterinary pathologists to NIH, 306Dr John V Steiner, 312Dr Kelsey A Hart, 312Dr Larry Bramlage, 312Dr Midge Leitch, 312Dr Susan White, 312Dr Timothy R O’Brien, 312Hanover Shoe Farms, 312John K Castle, 312Marianne Castle, 312American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 313American Board of Veterinary Practitioners, 313Dr Michael B Cates, 313Association of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians, 314Washington State VMA, 314Dr Renate Reimschuessel, 449American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 450American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology, 451World Veterinary Day, award will focus on livestock theme in 2009, 723NAVC events educate, entertain attendees, 724Ewing honored by CRWAD, 725Michigan Veterinary Conference, 726Missouri VMA, 867New Mexico VMA, 867Dr Bonnie J Smith, 1002Dr Linda K Tollefson, 1002American Association of Swine Veterinarians, 1119Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges, 1120

Oklahoma VMA, 1120Symposium calls for targeted efforts to increase diversity [MA Osborne],

1224Specialty boards recognized, 1232Leader in virology, pathology given world veterinary award [G Cima],

1246Dr Michael R Grguric, 1247Dr Mitsie Vargas, 1247Dr Nancy D Kay, 1247Dr Tracy L Hanner, 1247Accolades, 1376LSU exhibition features creatures in artwork, 1376American Embryo Transfer Association, 1377Oregon Veterinary Conference, 1377Veterinary Orthopedic Society, 1378“Work hard at things you love to do,” 1506Demand outpaces donations for AAHA Helping Pets Fund, 1515US Department of Health, 1522

BBanfi eldNAVC events educate, entertain attendees, 724

Bayer Animal HealthOklahoma State establishes parasitology center, 1114

BehaviorSpeakers explore the ups and downs of pet keeping, 1371

BiodylCompounding issues resurface in wake of ponies’ deaths, 1514

BiofuelsBeef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

Biomedical Research“Work hard at things you love to do,” 1506

BiosecurityHomeland Security recommends Kansas site to replace Plum Island, 11Homeland security program produces fi rst graduates, 591Report: government must address growing shortage of federal

veterinarians, 851

Blood-Horse PublicationsNew resources helping unwanted horses fi nd new homes [MS Osborne],

29

Boehringer Ingelheim VetmedicaDr Amber Stricker, 1376Dr Darwin L Reicks, 1376Dr Jerry L Torrison, 1376Dr Spencer R Wayne, 1376

Borrelia burgodorferiClient education is focus of Lyme disease month, 999

Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE)FDA planning to ban cattle brains, spinal cords from all animal feed, 11Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

Bovine TrichomoniasisTexas joins states with bovine trichomoniasis regulations, 862

Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDV)Wildlife a concern in BVDV control, 864

BowTie IncDr David W Bainbridge, 867Dr Lee W Morgan, 867Dr Lisa J Willis, 867Dr Rachel S Boltz, 867Dr TL Walker, 867

BurrosAdoption day for wild horses to bring awareness, 1373

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CCalgary University Faculty of Veterinary MedicineEducation council schedules site visits, 24, 861, 1506

CaliforniaCalifornia considers tax on veterinary services, 582California passes budget without tax on veterinary services, 853Veterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352Conservation program looks after mountain gorillas, human neighbors,

1374Animal rights extremist is one of FBI’s most wanted terrorists, 1375Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

California VMABeef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

CanadaEducation council schedules site visits, 24Two foreign schools inch closer to accreditation, 191Education council schedules site visits, 861Infection control guide available from Canadian committee, 989Topical fl ea and tick products come under EPA scrutiny, 1228H1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358Accreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368Education council schedules site visits, 1506

Canadian Committee on Antibiotic ResistanceInfection control guide available from Canadian committee, 989

Canadian Food Inspection AgencyH1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

Captive Primate Safety ActLegislative priorities identifi ed, 1231

CarcassesNew AVMA policy: animal carcasses not an immediate risk, 1234Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

CareersAVMA brochures on careers, pet health receive a makeover, 186More information more accessible on food supply veterinary medicine

site, 717AAHA releases publication on careers for veterinary technicians, 1114AAHA sessions tackle student debt–’the elephant in the room,’ 1369

CATalyst CouncilCATalyst Council names Top 10 Cat-Friendly Cities, 1245

Center for Veterinary BiologicsUSDA laboratory employees suspended in drug probe [RS Nolen], 710

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)New facility to advance study of foreign animal disease, 181Report pets with Salmonella; send samples, 581Surveillance program could protect human and swine health, 588Study: 22 percent of veterinarians screened had antibodies against Q

fever, 854CDC laboratory expansion project under way, 997Leader in virology, pathology given world veterinary award [G Cima],

1246H1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358US Department of Health, 1522

Certifi cationHomeland security program produces fi rst graduates, 591

ChinaFDA opens offi ces in China, 28Veterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352

Chytrid FungusNew guidelines intended to guard amphibians against deadly fungi, 1000

Client Compliance$1 million campaign to raise awareness of AAHA hospitals, 1242

Client EducationClient education is focus of Lyme disease month, 999

ColoradoTwo foreign schools inch closer to accreditation, 191Disaster preparedness grant recipients named, 308

Colorado State University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

Two foreign schools inch closer to accreditation, 191Guide helps veterinarians counsel clients with ill pets, 1368

Companion AnimalsEuthanasia a rare but complicated issue in disasters, 587Some pet policies revisited, 1233Revenues for animal hospitals whose directors are AAHA members, 1241Guide helps veterinarians counsel clients with ill pets, 1368Vermont court says no to emotional compensation for pet loss, 1515

CompetitionsCompetition challenges students to grow in animal welfare knowledge, 32AVMA Auxiliary spices up National Pet Week, 186

Conference of Research Workers in Animal Diseases (CRWAD)Ewing honored by CRWAD, 725

ConnecticutDisaster preparedness grant recipients named, 308Equine veterinarians affected yet resilient in sour economy, 1103

ConservationConservation program looks after mountain gorillas, human neighbors,

1374

Conservation of Wild and Exotic AnimalsLegislative priorities identifi ed, 1231

Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation ActStimulus plans affect small businesses in terms of credit, taxes, health

insurance, 1106

Contagious Equine Metritis42 states testing for contagious equine metritis, 446

Continuing Veterinary EducationOnline CE available on camelids, 720

Controlled SubstancesDEA seeks options for disposal of controlled substances by users, 988Regulations target illegal Internet distribution of controlled substances,

1493

Cornell University School of Veterinary MedicineVideos to help veterinarians identify and fi ght avian disease, 996Veterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352AAHA sessions tackle student debt–’the elephant in the room,’ 1369Study examining organic, conventional milk production, 1517Collection shows Depression-era veterinarians’ achievements, struggles,

1520

CorrectionsAVMA opposes cosmetic ear cropping, tail docking of dogs,

2008;233:1811, 15Practitioners discuss how they are weathering the downturn,

2009;234:579, 715Pfi zer to acquire Wyeth, 2009;234:723, 867

CorticosteroidsMedications for rheumatoid arthritis, 1236

Coxiella burnetiiStudy: 22 percent of veterinarians screened had antibodies against Q

fever, 854

Crane Conservation ActWith eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228Legislative priorities identifi ed, 1231

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CredentialingUSDA laboratory employees suspended in drug probe [RS Nolen], 710

Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD)FDA planning to ban cattle brains, spinal cords from all animal feed, 11

CrimeUSDA laboratory employees suspended in drug probe [RS Nolen], 710Rule requires veterinarians to have identity theft prevention programs,

988Red Flags Rule, 1245Animal rights extremist is one of FBI’s most wanted terrorists, 1375

CurriculumFuture of veterinary education up for discussion, 1116

DDatabasesNew resources helping unwanted horses fi nd new homes [MS Osborne],

29

DebtPractitioners discuss how they are weathering the downturn,

2009;234:579 Correction: 2009;234:715Student debt relief, unwanted horses are among AVMA legislative

priorities, 14HOD revises antimicrobials in livestock feeds policy, 436Proposal could lead to privately funded student loan help, 1231AAHA sessions tackle student debt–’the elephant in the room,’ 1369

Delta SocietySpeakers explore the ups and downs of pet keeping, 1371

Democratic Republic of the CongoConservation program looks after mountain gorillas, human neighbors,

1374

DenmarkEducation council schedules site visits, 24

DietProgram prompts veterinarians, clients to address pet obesity, 861

DiplomatesAmerican College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists, 33American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, 35American College of Veterinary Radiology, 35Veterinary dental forum, 192American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 450American College of Veterinary Microbiologists, 1121American College of Veterinary Surgeons, 1121Specialty group forms corporate partnerships, 1522

DisastersDisaster preparedness grant recipients named, 308Euthanasia a rare but complicated issue in disasters, 587Disaster training part of Foundation’s mission, 590Homeland security program produces fi rst graduates, 591AVMA, AVMF, Red Cross enter agreement for emergencies, 1110New AVMA policy: animal carcasses not an immediate risk, 1234AVMF leaders hope to expand services despite challenges, 1367Ready for disaster: AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams, 1488Tri-state conference promotes local disaster planning, 1491Flood, weather kill thousands of cattle in North Dakota, 1521

Disease-modifying Anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDs)Medications for rheumatoid arthritis, 1236

DisposalEPA pharmaceutical survey not for veterinarians, AVMA says [MS

Osborne], 12Board acts on environmental policies, 13EPA proposal on incinerators catches AVMA’s eye, 436DEA seeks options for disposal of controlled substances by users, 988

Distance EducationOnline CE available on camelids, 720

DiversityAVMA conference readies leaders for challenges and opportunities, 432‘Ambitious’ strategic plan unveiled at AAVMC meeting, 1115Symposium calls for targeted efforts to increase diversity [MA Osborne],

1224AVMA looks to strengthen ties with veterinary students, 1229

DNAAVMA comments on regulation of genetically engineered animals, 24

Drug CompoundingOrganization accredits 50 compounding pharmacies, 865Compounding issues resurface in wake of ponies’ deaths, 1514Vermont court says no to emotional compensation for pet loss, 1515

Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)DEA seeks options for disposal of controlled substances by users, 988Regulations target illegal Internet distribution of controlled substances,

1493

DrugsNew resource available on generic drugs, 301USDA laboratory employees suspended in drug probe [RS Nolen], 710Medications for rheumatoid arthritis, 1236Regulations target illegal Internet distribution of controlled substances,

1493

EEar CroppingComments invited on proposed sports medicine and rehabilitation

specialty, 712History of AVMA policy on ear cropping and tail docking of dogs, 714Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

Ebola VirusPigs, people in Philippines contract Ebola virus, 855

EconomicsPractitioners discuss how they are weathering the downturn,

2009;234:579 Correction: 2009;234:715Health experts call for unifi ed efforts to face climate issue, 298Equine conference educates, updates on active year, 301AVMA conference readies leaders for challenges and opportunities, 432Economy means slowdown for some veterinarians, 577California considers tax on veterinary services, 582NAVC events educate, entertain attendees, 724Report: government must address growing shortage of federal

veterinarians, 851California passes budget without tax on veterinary services, 853Veterinary colleges fi nd cause for hope in stimulus plan, 854Economists: livestock and poultry producers cutting fl ock, herd sizes, 984Veterinarians seeing various reactions among producers, 987Equine veterinarians affected yet resilient in sour economy, 1103Maintaining profi tability requires smart management, 1105Stimulus plans affect small businesses in terms of credit, taxes, health

insurance, 1106Swine veterinarians assess challenges to industry, practice, 1107‘Ambitious’ strategic plan unveiled at AAVMC meeting, 1115Future of veterinary education up for discussion, 1116Revenues for animal hospitals whose directors are AAHA members, 1241Veterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352Balancing the AVMA budget, 1366AVMF leaders hope to expand services despite challenges, 1367AAHA sessions tackle student debt–’the elephant in the room,’ 1369Red Flags Rule requires identity theft prevention programs, 1512

Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates (ECFVG)ECFVG language test format changes, 20Oquendo Center debuts at Western Veterinary Conference, 1119Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates, 1365

ElectionsAmerican College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists, 33American College of Veterinary Radiology, 35American Association of Extension Veterinarians, 191Kentucky VMA, 192Veterinary dental forum, 192

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American Association of Zoo Veterinarians, 313Association of Reptilian and Amphibian Veterinarians, 314Washington State VMA, 314American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 450American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology, 451Price, Trimmer elected to AVMA Executive Board, 715Ewing honored by CRWAD, 725Michigan Veterinary Conference, 726Missouri VMA, 867New Mexico VMA, 867Swine veterinarians assess challenges to industry, practice, 1107Social issues, biosecurity on AASV president’s plate, 1109Oquendo Center debuts at Western Veterinary Conference, 1119Voting member meeting scheduled for AVMA convention, 1234$1 million campaign to raise awareness of AAHA hospitals, 1242AAHA president brings business sense to veterinary practice [K Burns],

1244American Embryo Transfer Association, 1377Oregon Veterinary Conference, 1377Veterinary Orthopedic Society, 1378Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Electronic CommunicationPAC report goes electronic, 18USDA seeking veterinarians’ help in promoting NAIS, 178AVMA launches ‘Chew on This’ podcast series on food safety, 439AVMA launches video messages from its CEO, 1360Join the conversation; catch the AVMA@Work blog, 1508

Electronic Identifi cationUSDA seeking veterinarians’ help in promoting NAIS, 178Plan for mandatory ID of livestock focus of congressional hearing, 990Some pet policies revisited, 1233FDA adds online information to Veterinary Feed Directive guide, 1493

Electronic PortalsMore information more accessible on food supply veterinary medicine

site, 717

Electronic Records$1 million campaign to raise awareness of AAHA hospitals, 1242Red Flags Rule requires identity theft prevention programs, 1512

EmergenciesEuthanasia a rare but complicated issue in disasters, 587Disaster training part of Foundation’s mission, 590Homeland security program produces fi rst graduates, 591AVMA, AVMF, Red Cross enter agreement for emergencies, 1110Ready for disaster: AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams, 1488Tri-state conference promotes local disaster planning, 1491

Emergency Economic Stabilization ActStimulus plans affect small businesses in terms of credit, taxes, health

insurance, 1106

Emerging Infectious DiseasesNew facility to advance study of foreign animal disease, 181Pigs, people in Philippines contract Ebola virus, 855

EmploymentMore information more accessible on food supply veterinary medicine

site, 717

EnglandEducation council schedules site visits, 24Accreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368

EnvironmentBoard acts on environmental policies, 13Health experts call for unifi ed efforts to face climate issue, 298

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)EPA pharmaceutical survey not for veterinarians, AVMA says [MS

Osborne], 12EPA proposal on incinerators catches AVMA’s eye, 436Topical fl ea and tick products come under EPA scrutiny, 1228Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

European Board of Veterinary Specialization (EBVS)AVMA addresses international presence, 1236Many Faces, One Profession: American Board of Veterinary Specialties,

1239

European Health CommissionEuropean event advocates one health, prevention, 28

EuthanasiaEuthanasia a rare but complicated issue in disasters, 587Mass chicken depopulation to control infectious laryngotracheitis, 1245Guide helps veterinarians counsel clients with ill pets, 1368

ExhibitionsLSU exhibition features creatures in artwork, 1376

FFair and Accurate Credit Transactions ActRed Flags Rule requires identity theft prevention programs, 1512

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)Animal rights extremist is one of FBI’s most wanted terrorists, 1375

Federal Trade Commission (FTC)Rule requires veterinarians to have identity theft prevention programs,

988Red Flags Rule, 1245Red Flags Rule requires identity theft prevention programs, 1512

Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE)European event advocates one health, prevention, 28

FeedFDA planning to ban cattle brains, spinal cords from all animal feed, 11HOD revises antimicrobials in livestock feeds policy, 436FDA adds online information to Veterinary Feed Directive guide, 1493Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

FeesMaintaining profi tability requires smart management, 1105

Feline SpeciesCATalyst Council names Top 10 Cat-Friendly Cities, 1245

FerretsSome pet policies revisited, 1233

FishFirst new animal drug listed on MUMS index, 1102

FloridaCompounding issues resurface in wake of ponies’ deaths, 1514

Foam DepopulationMass chicken depopulation to control infectious laryngotracheitis, 1245

Food and Drug Administration (FDA)FDA planning to ban cattle brains, spinal cords from all animal feed, 11FDA opens offi ces in China, 28New resource available on generic drugs, 301FARAD surviving, but future funding uncertain, 589First rDNA construct approved for human use, 722FDA brochure warns of Salmonella from pet turtles, 854Dr Linda K Tollefson, 1002First new animal drug listed on MUMS index, 1102Aquatic animal health measures approved, 1234FDA adds online information to Veterinary Feed Directive guide, 1493Compounding issues resurface in wake of ponies’ deaths, 1514Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

Food Animal IndustryUSDA seeking veterinarians’ help in promoting NAIS, 178Texas joins states with bovine trichomoniasis regulations, 862Economists: livestock and poultry producers cutting fl ock, herd sizes, 984Swine veterinarians assess challenges to industry, practice, 1107Sessions shed light on viral, bacterial, and production problems, 1109AASV creates guide for developing anti-cruelty policies, 1375Ag department leaders seek comments on animal ID system, 1513

10 Index JAVMA, Vol 234, No. 1-12, January-June, 2009

Food Animal Residue Avoidance Databank (FARAD)Federal funding priorities identifi ed, 17FARAD surviving, but future funding uncertain, 589NVMSA, FARAD part of billion-dollar funding bill, 991With eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228

Food SafetyFDA opens offi ces in China, 28USDA seeking veterinarians’ help in promoting NAIS, 178AVMA launches ‘Chew on This’ podcast series on food safety, 439Report: government must address growing shortage of federal

veterinarians, 851

Food Safety Advisory Committee (FSAC)Food Safety Advisory Committee, 188

Food Supply Veterinary MedicineMore information more accessible on food supply veterinary medicine

site, 717

Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD)Student debt relief, unwanted horses are among AVMA legislative

priorities, 14

Foreign Animal DiseaseHomeland Security recommends Kansas site to replace Plum Island, 11New facility to advance study of foreign animal disease, 181Report: government must address growing shortage of federal

veterinarians, 851Aquatic animal health measures approved, 1234

Foresight Report‘Ambitious’ strategic plan unveiled at AAVMC meeting, 1115Future of veterinary education up for discussion, 1116

Fort Dodge Animal HealthPfi zer to acquire Wyeth, 2009;234:723 Correction: 2009;234:867NAVC events educate, entertain attendees, 724

FranceStudent talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Franck’s PharmacyCompounding issues resurface in wake of ponies’ deaths, 1514

FundingFederal funding priorities identifi ed, 17Drug-related policies adopted, liaisons ended, 21New resources helping unwanted horses fi nd new homes [MS Osborne],

29Morris Animal Foundation supporting animal health studies, 30USAHA, AAVLD team up and request more federal funding [MS

Osborne], 31What can the veterinary profession expect in Obama’s America, 183Dr Darcy Ogada, 191Health experts call for unifi ed efforts to face climate issue, 298Free vaccines offered to improve welfare of unwanted horses, 305Disaster preparedness grant recipients named, 308Donation benefi ts WSU students through scholarship fund, 449AVMF student scholarships available for 2009, 589FARAD surviving, but future funding uncertain, 589Online CE available on camelids, 720Veterinary colleges fi nd cause for hope in stimulus plan, 854Industry sponsors renew support for pathology training positions, 865Donor doesn’t want money going to veterinary college, 866NVMSA, FARAD part of billion-dollar funding bill, 991Rockefeller Foundation funding creation of One Health Commission, 992Foundation to support pharmacology research, 1002Stimulus plans affect small businesses in terms of credit, taxes, health

insurance, 1106Oklahoma State establishes parasitology center, 1114With eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228Proposal could lead to privately funded student loan help, 1231Aquatic animal health measures approved, 1234Veterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352State, national entities give voice to veterinary colleges, 1356AVMF leaders hope to expand services despite challenges, 1367

Accolades, 1376LSU exhibition features creatures in artwork, 1376Demand outpaces donations for AAHA Helping Pets Fund, 1515Flood, weather kill thousands of cattle in North Dakota, 1521

FutureVetNAVC events educate, entertain attendees, 724

GGenderAVMA survey measures income trends to 2007 [MK Burns], 8AVMA conference readies leaders for challenges and opportunities, 432AVMA looks to strengthen ties with veterinary students, 1229

GenerationsAVMA conference readies leaders for challenges and opportunities, 432

Generic Animal Drug Alliance (GADA)New resource available on generic drugs, 301

GeneticsAVMA comments on regulation of genetically engineered animals, 24Training program brings veterinary pathologists to NIH, 306First rDNA construct approved for human use, 722

GeorgiaHomeland Security recommends Kansas site to replace Plum Island, 11

GermanyH1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

GoatsFirst rDNA construct approved for human use, 722

GorillasConservation program looks after mountain gorillas, human neighbors,

1374

Great Ape Protection ActStudent debt relief, unwanted horses are among AVMA legislative

priorities, 14

GrenadaAccreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368

GriefGuide helps veterinarians counsel clients with ill pets, 1368

GTC BiotherapeuticsFirst rDNA construct approved for human use, 722

GuidelinesFirst rDNA construct approved for human use, 722Infection control guide available from Canadian committee, 989New guidelines intended to guard amphibians against deadly fungi, 1000Red Flags Rule requires identity theft prevention programs, 1512

HHelping Pets FundDemand outpaces donations for AAHA Helping Pets Fund, 1515

Hereditary Antithrombin Defi ciencyFirst rDNA construct approved for human use, 722

HF Wood ConsultingAAHA sessions tackle student debt–’the elephant in the room,’ 1369

Hill’s Pet NutritionAja is Hill’s new director of professional affairs, 30Morris Animal Foundation creates campaign for healthy cats, 30Program prompts veterinarians, clients to address pet obesity, 861Dr David W Bainbridge, 867Dr Lee W Morgan, 867Dr Lisa J Willis, 867Dr Rachel S Boltz, 867Dr TL Walker, 867Students have their day on the Hill, 992Specialty group forms corporate partnerships, 1522

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H1N1 VirusSurveillance program could protect human and swine health, 588Sessions shed light on viral, bacterial, and production problems, 1109H1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

HorsesEquine veterinarians affected yet resilient in sour economy, 1103Maintaining profi tability requires smart management, 1105Adoption day for wild horses to bring awareness, 1373

Horse Transportation Safety ActLegislative priorities identifi ed, 1231

HospicePet hospice movement gaining momentum, 998

Human-Animal BondGuide helps veterinarians counsel clients with ill pets, 1368Speakers explore the ups and downs of pet keeping, 1371

Humane Society of the United States (HSUS)Comments invited on proposed sports medicine and rehabilitation

specialty, 712Adoption day for wild horses to bring awareness, 1373

Humane Transport of EquinesLegislative priorities identifi ed, 1231

IIdentity TheftRule requires veterinarians to have identity theft prevention programs, 988Red Flags Rule, 1245Red Flags Rule requires identity theft prevention programs, 1512

IllinoisStudent talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

ImmunosuppressantsMedications for rheumatoid arthritis, 1236

ImmunologyMedications for rheumatoid arthritis, 1236

IncineratorsEPA proposal on incinerators catches AVMA’s eye, 436

IncomeAVMA survey measures income trends to 2007 [MK Burns], 8Texas joins states with bovine trichomoniasis regulations, 862Swine veterinarians assess challenges to industry, practice, 1107

IndianaDisaster preparedness grant recipients named, 308Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Infectious Diseases42 states testing for contagious equine metritis, 446Report pets with Salmonella; send samples, 581Wildlife a concern in BVDV control, 864Videos to help veterinarians identify and fi ght avian disease, 996Mass chicken depopulation to control infectious laryngotracheitis, 1245

Infl uenzaSurveillance program could protect human and swine health, 588H1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

InsuranceEducation is key to combating rise in MRSA [AVMA GHLIT], 187NCVEI issues pet insurance guide, 583AVMA accepting nominations to GHLIT, 715Sleep apnea–unmasking a nighttime health risk [AVMA Group Health and

Life Insurance Trust], 716Advances in cancer screening, treatments aid patients, 993Stimulus plans affect small businesses in terms of credit, taxes, health

insurance, 1106Board moves to enhance relationship with trusts, 1228Rheumatoid arthritis has no cure, but treatments exist [GHLIT], 1237GHLIT Wellness Center back for 2009 convention [AVMA GHLIT], 1509

Internal Revenue Service (IRS)Stimulus plans affect small businesses in terms of credit, taxes, health

insurance, 1106

International Association for Animal Hospice and Palliative Care (IAAHPC)

Pet hospice movement gaining momentum, 998

International Veterinary MedicineHealth experts call for unifi ed efforts to face climate issue, 298AVMA addresses international presence, 1236Head of Afghan Veterinary Association learns from AVMA, 1494

InternetMorris Animal Foundation creates campaign for healthy cats, 30University Web site to educate about public health, agriculture, 446AVMA Web site offers additional updates on state proposals, 853Regulations target illegal Internet distribution of controlled substances,

1493

Internet PharmaciesGroup to offer accreditation for online veterinary pharmacies, 720Regulations target illegal Internet distribution of controlled substances,

1493

IowaVeterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352AASV creates guide for developing anti-cruelty policies, 1375Accolades, 1376Tri-state conference promotes local disaster planning, 1491

Iowa State University College of Veterinary MedicineVeterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352

IrelandAccreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368

IsraelH1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

Ivory CoastPigs, people in Philippines contract Ebola virus, 855

JJohns Hopkins UniversityUniversity Web site to educate about public health, agriculture, 446

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA)Comments invited on proposed sports medicine and rehabilitation

specialty, 712LSU exhibition features creatures in artwork, 1376

Judicial CouncilJudicial Council, 858

Judicious Therapeutic Use of AntimicrobialsAnimal agriculture issues addressed, 15Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

Just the StatsRevenues for animal hospitals whose directors are AAHA members, 1241AVMA members by age as of December 31, 2008, 1506

KKansasHomeland Security recommends Kansas site to replace Plum Island, 11New facility to advance study of foreign animal disease, 181Disaster preparedness grant recipients named, 308Kansas offi cially the site for facility to succeed Plum Island, 583Online CE available on camelids, 720State, national entities give voice to veterinary colleges, 1356American Embryo Transfer Association, 1377Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Kansas State University College of Veterinary MedicineOnline CE available on camelids, 720State, national entities give voice to veterinary colleges, 1356Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

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Kentucky VMAKentucky VMA, 192

KenyaWorld Veterinary Day, award will focus on livestock theme in 2009, 723

Kirkpatrick FoundationOklahoma State establishes parasitology center, 1114

LLaboratory Animal Medicine“Work hard at things you love to do,” 1506

Lawyers in Defense of AnimalsNew Jersey court says consider pet’s special value in custody cases,

1111

LeadershipAVMA conference readies leaders for challenges and opportunities, 432Animal welfare, advocacy among conference workshop topics, 438‘Ambitious’ strategic plan unveiled at AAVMC meeting, 1115

Legal IssuesNew Jersey court says consider pet’s special value in custody cases,

1111

LegislationUSDA seeking veterinarians’ help in promoting NAIS, 178What can the veterinary profession expect in Obama’s America, 183State legislators’ group opposes federal bills to restrict horse slaughter,

306AVMA conference readies leaders for challenges and opportunities, 432Animal welfare, advocacy among conference workshop topics, 438Equine veterinarians hope to improve racing standards, 447Euthanasia a rare but complicated issue in disasters, 587AVMA Web site offers additional updates on state proposals, 853State bills popping up on horse slaughter, unwanted-horse issue, 857NVMSA, FARAD part of billion-dollar funding bill, 991New Jersey court says consider pet’s special value in custody cases,

1111With eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228Legislative priorities identifi ed, 1231AVMA: mandatory spay/neuter a bad idea, 1232Montana law favors building of horse slaughter facilities, 1373

Legislative ActsStudent debt relief, unwanted horses are among AVMA legislative

priorities, 14Federal funding priorities identifi ed, 17New resource available on generic drugs, 301NVMSA, FARAD part of billion-dollar funding bill, 991First new animal drug listed on MUMS index, 1102Stimulus plans affect small businesses in terms of credit, taxes, health

insurance, 1106With eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228Legislative priorities identifi ed, 1231Ready for disaster: AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams, 1488Regulations target illegal Internet distribution of controlled substances,

1493Red Flags Rule requires identity theft prevention programs, 1512

Liberty Ark CoalitionUSDA seeking veterinarians’ help in promoting NAIS, 178

LicensureFuture of veterinary education up for discussion, 1116Oquendo Center debuts at Western Veterinary Conference, 1119

LiteratureAVMA brochures on careers, pet health receive a makeover, 186NCVEI issues pet insurance guide, 583FDA brochure warns of Salmonella from pet turtles, 854New guidelines intended to guard amphibians against deadly fungi, 1000AAHA releases publication on careers for veterinary technicians, 1114Guide helps veterinarians counsel clients with ill pets, 1368

LitigationEuthanasia a rare but complicated issue in disasters, 587

USDA laboratory employees suspended in drug probe [RS Nolen], 710Equine veterinarians affected yet resilient in sour economy, 1103New Jersey court says consider pet’s special value in custody cases, 1111With eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228Vermont court says no to emotional compensation for pet loss, 1515

LivestockUSDA seeking veterinarians’ help in promoting NAIS, 178HOD revises antimicrobials in livestock feeds policy, 436Euthanasia a rare but complicated issue in disasters, 587More information more accessible on food supply veterinary medicine

site, 717World Veterinary Day, award will focus on livestock theme in 2009, 723Economists: livestock and poultry producers cutting fl ock, herd sizes, 984Plan for mandatory ID of livestock focus of congressional hearing, 990Ag department leaders seek comments on animal ID system, 1513

LlamasOnline CE available on camelids, 720

LouisianaLSU exhibition features creatures in artwork, 1376Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Louisiana State University School of Veterinary MedicineLSU exhibition features creatures in artwork, 1376

Lyme DiseaseClient education is focus of Lyme disease month, 999

MMagna EntertainmentEquine veterinarians affected yet resilient in sour economy, 1103

Many Faces, One ProfessionCouncil on Research, 26Food Safety Advisory Committee, 188Council on Public Health and Regulatory Veterinary Medicine, 189Legislative Advisory Committee, 310Animal Welfare Committee, 311Council on Biologic and Therapeutic Agents, 440Task Force on the Foresight Report, 592Governance Performance Review Committee, 593Strategic Planning Committee, 718Judicial Council, 858Task Force on Foreign Veterinary Graduate Equivalence, 859Council on Communications, 994Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities, 995One Health Joint Steering Committee, 1112Committee on Disaster and Emergency Issues (CDEI), 1113Animal Agriculture Liaison Committee, 1238American Board of Veterinary Specialties, 1239Member Services Committee, 1364Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates, 1365Political Action Committee Policy Board, 1510Veterinary Leadership Conference Planning Committee, 1511Clinical Practitioners Advisory Committee, 1512

MassachusettsStudent talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

MediaVideos to help veterinarians identify and fi ght avian disease, 996$1 million campaign to raise awareness of AAHA hospitals, 1242AVMA launches video messages from its CEO, 1360

MerckMerck to merge with Schering-Plough, 1001

Mergers and AcquisitionsPfi zer to acquire Wyeth, 2009;234:723 Corrections: 2009;234:867Merck to merge with Schering-Plough, 1001

MerialNAVC events educate, entertain attendees, 724Client education is focus of Lyme disease month, 999Compounding issues resurface in wake of ponies’ deaths, 1514

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Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)Education is key to combating rise in MRSA [AVMA GHLIT], 187

MexicoEducation council schedules site visits, 24Horse slaughter conditions in Mexico explored by AAEP group, 584H1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358Education council schedules site visits, 1506

MichiganCompetition challenges students to grow in animal welfare knowledge, 32Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Michigan State University College of Veterinary MedicineCompetition challenges students to grow in animal welfare knowledge, 32Michigan Veterinary Conference, 726Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Michigan Veterinary ConferenceMichigan Veterinary Conference, 726

Michigan Veterinary Medical Association (MVMA)Michigan Veterinary Conference, 726

MicrochipsSome pet policies revisited, 1233

Mid-America Alpaca FoundationOnline CE available on camelids, 720

Milk ProductionStudy examining organic, conventional milk production, 1517

MinnesotaDisaster preparedness grant recipients named, 308Accolades, 1376Tri-state conference promotes local disaster planning, 1491Flood, weather kill thousands of cattle in North Dakota, 1521US Department of Health, 1522

Minor Use and Minor Species Animal Health Act (MUMS)First new animal drug listed on MUMS index, 1102

MississippiHomeland Security recommends Kansas site to replace Plum Island, 11

MissouriOnline CE available on camelids, 720Missouri VMA, 867State, national entities give voice to veterinary colleges, 1356Tri-state conference promotes local disaster planning, 1491

MontanaVeterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352Montana law favors building of horse slaughter facilities, 1373

Morris Animal FoundationMorris Animal Foundation creates campaign for healthy cats, 30Morris Animal Foundation supporting animal health studies, 30Dr David W Bainbridge, 867Dr Lee W Morgan, 867Dr Lisa J Willis, 867Dr Rachel S Boltz, 867Dr TL Walker, 867Conservation program looks after mountain gorillas, human neighbors,

1374

Murdoch University School of Veterinary and Biomedical SciencesEducation council schedules site visits, 24, 861, 1506

Mustang Heritage FoundationAdoption day for wild horses to bring awareness, 1373

NNational Academies of Practice (NAP)Craig N Carter, 1377James S Wohl, 1377Valerie E Ragan, 1377

National Animal Disease CenterUSDA laboratory employees suspended in drug probe [RS Nolen], 710

National Animal Health Laboratory NetworkStudent debt relief, unwanted horses are among AVMA legislative

priorities, 14

National Animal Identifi cation System (NAIS)USDA seeking veterinarians’ help in promoting NAIS, 178Ag department leaders seek comments on animal ID system, 1513

National Assembly of State Animal Health Offi cials (NASAHO)Dr Bret D Marsh, 191

National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)Group to offer accreditation for online veterinary pharmacies, 720Organization accredits 50 compounding pharmacies, 865

National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians (NASPHV)Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

National Bio- and Agro-Defense FacilityHomeland Security recommends Kansas site to replace Plum Island, 11New facility to advance study of foreign animal disease, 181Kansas offi cially the site for facility to succeed Plum Island, 583

National Cattelmen’s Beef AssociationUSDA seeking veterinarians’ help in promoting NAIS, 178

National Center for Infectious DiseasesLeader in virology, pathology given world veterinary award [G Cima],

1246

National Center for Veterinary ParasitologyOklahoma State establishes parasitology center, 1114

National Commission for Veterinary Economic Issues (NCVEI)NCVEI issues pet insurance guide, 583

National Commission on Veterinary Economic Issues (NCVEI)Economic resolution to be implemented, policy on AVMA elections

revised, 18Economy means slowdown for some veterinarians, 577Veterinarians seeing various reactions among producers, 987AAHA sessions tackle student debt–’the elephant in the room,’ 1369

National Council of State Legislatures (NCSL)State legislators’ group opposes federal bills to restrict horse slaughter,

306

National Council on Pet Population Study and Policy (NCPPSP)Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

National Institutes of Health (NIH)Training program brings veterinary pathologists to NIH, 306

National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS)Aquatic animal health measures approved, 1234

National Pork Board (NPB)H1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

National Pork Producers Council (NPPC)H1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA)NTRA moving toward racetrack accreditation, 1001

National Veterinary Medical Service ActFederal funding priorities identifi ed, 17NVMSA, FARAD part of billion-dollar funding bill, 991With eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228

National Veterinary Response TeamReady for disaster: AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams, 1488

National Veterinary Services LaboratoriesUSDA laboratory employees suspended in drug probe [RS Nolen], 710

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National Wild Horse Adoption DayAdoption day for wild horses to bring awareness, 1373

NetherlandsH1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358Accreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368

New JerseyNew Jersey court says consider pet’s special value in custody cases,

1111Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

New MexicoNew Mexico VMA, 867

New YorkHomeland Security recommends Kansas site to replace Plum Island, 11New facility to advance study of foreign animal disease, 181Kansas offi cially the site for facility to succeed Plum Island, 583Veterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352Study examining organic, conventional milk production, 1517Collection shows Depression-era veterinarians’ achievements, struggles,

1520

New ZealandH1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358Accreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368

NominationsAVMA calls for applications to WVA Council, 307AVMA representative sought for one-health steering committee, 309AVMA accepting nominations to GHLIT, 715

Nonhuman Primates as Assistance AnimalsLegislative priorities identifi ed, 1231

Nonsteroidal Anti-infl ammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)Medications for rheumatoid arthritis, 1236

North American Veterinary Conference (NAVC)NAVC events educate, entertain attendees, 724AAHA sessions tackle student debt–’the elephant in the room,’ 1369

North American Veterinary Medical Education Consortium (NAVMEC)

‘Ambitious’ strategic plan unveiled at AAVMC meeting, 1115Future of veterinary education up for discussion, 1116Offi cials say veterinary college prerequisites need streamlining, 1117

North CarolinaHomeland Security recommends Kansas site to replace Plum Island, 11Health experts call for unifi ed efforts to face climate issue, 298

North Carolina State University College of Veterinary MedicineHealth experts call for unifi ed efforts to face climate issue, 298FARAD surviving, but future funding uncertain, 589

North DakotaMontana law favors building of horse slaughter facilities, 1373Flood, weather kill thousands of cattle in North Dakota, 1521

Novartis Animal HealthOklahoma State establishes parasitology center, 1114Some restrictions on human-use rabies vaccine lifted, 1357Specialty group forms corporate partnerships, 1522

OObesityGHLIT backs SAVMA obesity awareness campaign [AVMA GHLIT], 443Program prompts veterinarians, clients to address pet obesity, 861

Occupational HazardsStudy: 22 percent of veterinarians screened had antibodies against Q

fever, 854

Offi ce International des Epizooties (OIE)World Veterinary Day, award will focus on livestock theme in 2009, 723

OhioStudent talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Ohio State University School of Veterinary MedicineStudent talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

OklahomaDisaster preparedness grant recipients named, 308Online CE available on camelids, 720Donor doesn’t want money going to veterinary college, 866Oklahoma State establishes parasitology center, 1114Oklahoma VMA, 1120

Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary MedicineOnline CE available on camelids, 720Donor doesn’t want money going to veterinary college, 866Oklahoma State establishes parasitology center, 1114

One Health InitiativeEuropean event advocates one health, prevention, 28USAHA, AAVLD team up and request more federal funding [MS

Osborne], 31AVMA representative sought for one-health steering committee, 309GHLIT backs SAVMA obesity awareness campaign [AVMA GHLIT], 443Rockefeller Foundation funding creation of One Health Commission, 992Speakers explore the ups and downs of pet keeping, 1371Conservation program looks after mountain gorillas, human neighbors,

1374Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

One Health Joint Steering Committee (OHJSC)One Health Joint Steering Committee, 1112

One-Health WondersDr Ronald M Davis, 184Thomas G Ksiazek, 445Dr Val R Beasley, 721Bruce Kaplan, 1240Thomas P Monath, 1516

Oquendo Center for Clinical EducationOquendo Center debuts at Western Veterinary Conference, 1119

OregonOregon Veterinary Conference, 1377Study examining organic, conventional milk production, 1517

Oregon State UniversityStudy examining organic, conventional milk production, 1517

Organic CenterStudy examining organic, conventional milk production, 1517

OvaprimFirst new animal drug listed on MUMS index, 1102

OverpopulationAVMA: mandatory spay/neuter a bad idea, 1232

PPan American Health Organization (PAHO)New AVMA policy: animal carcasses not an immediate risk, 1234

ParasitologyOklahoma State establishes parasitology center, 1114

PathologyLeader in virology, pathology given world veterinary award [G Cima],

1246

Peanut ButterReport pets with Salmonella; send samples, 581

PennsylvaniaEducation council schedules site visits, 24New Bolton Center breaks ground for critical care center, 32Education council schedules site visits, 861Leader in virology, pathology given world veterinary award [G Cima], 1246

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Speakers explore the ups and downs of pet keeping, 1371Education council schedules site visits, 1506Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA)AASV creates guide for developing anti-cruelty policies, 1375

Pet Evacuation and Transportation Standards ActReady for disaster: AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams, 1488

Pet InsuranceNCVEI issues pet insurance guide, 583

Pfi zerPfi zer to acquire Wyeth, 2009;234:723 Corrections: 2009;234:867

PharmaceuticalsPfi zer to acquire Wyeth, 2009;234:723 Corrections: 2009;234:867EPA pharmaceutical survey not for veterinarians, AVMA says [MS

Osborne], 12

PharmaciesVermont court says no to emotional compensation for pet loss, 1515

Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation BoardOrganization accredits 50 compounding pharmacies, 865

PhilippinesPigs, people in Philippines contract Ebola virus, 855

Plum Island Animal Disease CenterHomeland Security recommends Kansas site to replace Plum Island, 11New facility to advance study of foreign animal disease, 181Kansas offi cially the site for facility to succeed Plum Island, 583

PoliciesAASV creates guide for developing anti-cruelty policies, 1375

Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS)Accolades, 1376

Post-Katrina Emergency Management Reform ActReady for disaster: AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams, 1488

PrescriptionsGroup to offer accreditation for online veterinary pharmacies, 720

Prevention of Equine Cruelty ActLegislative priorities identifi ed, 1231

PrivacyUSDA seeking veterinarians’ help in promoting NAIS, 178

Psittacosis Compendium Committee (PCC)Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

Public HealthHealth experts call for unifi ed efforts to face climate issue, 298University Web site to educate about public health, agriculture, 446Report: government must address growing shortage of federal

veterinarians, 851USDA promoting public practice in hands-on exercises, 997H1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

Public HousingSome pet policies revisited, 1233

Public RelationsMaintaining profi tability requires smart management, 1105Swine veterinarians assess challenges to industry, practice, 1107AVMA launches video messages from its CEO, 1360

Purdue University School of Veterinary MedicineHomeland security program produces fi rst graduates, 591Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

QQatarVeterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352

Q FeverStudy: 22 percent of veterinarians screened had antibodies against Q

fever, 854

RRabiesSome restrictions on human-use rabies vaccine lifted, 1357

RacingEquine conference educates, updates on active year, 301Equine veterinarians hope to improve racing standards, 447AAEP releases guidelines on protecting Thoroughbred health, 856NTRA moving toward racetrack accreditation, 1001

Random-source Dogs and Cats for Research, Testing, and Education

Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

rDNAFirst rDNA construct approved for human use, 722

RecallsReport pets with Salmonella; send samples, 581

RecruitmentOffi cials say veterinary college prerequisites need streamlining, 1117

Red Flags RuleRule requires veterinarians to have identity theft prevention programs,

988Red Flags Rule, 1245Red Flags Rule requires identity theft prevention programs, 1512

Regional Centers for ExcellenceState, national entities give voice to veterinary colleges, 1356

RegulationsAVMA comments on regulation of genetically engineered animals, 24FDA opens offi ces in China, 28First rDNA construct approved for human use, 722Texas joins states with bovine trichomoniasis regulations, 862Some restrictions on human-use rabies vaccine lifted, 1357Regulations target illegal Internet distribution of controlled substances,

1493Red Flags Rule requires identity theft prevention programs, 1512

RenderingBeef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

Renssalaer Swine ServicesSessions shed light on viral, bacterial, and production problems, 1109

Rheumatoid ArthritisMedications for rheumatoid arthritis, 1236Rheumatoid arthritis has no cure, but treatments exist [GHLIT], 1237

Ross University School of Veterinary MedicineRoss students present fi nding to WHO, 594Accreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368

Rural Veterinary Loan Repayment ProgramWith eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228

Rural Veterinary MedicineProposal could lead to privately funded student loan help, 1231

RwandaConservation program looks after mountain gorillas, human neighbors,

1374

Ryan Haight Online Pharmacy Consumer Protection ActRegulations target illegal Internet distribution of controlled substances,

1493

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SSalariesAVMA survey measures income trends to 2007 [MK Burns], 8Swine veterinarians assess challenges to industry, practice, 1107

Salmonella sppReport pets with Salmonella; send samples, 581FDA brochure warns of Salmonella from pet turtles, 854

Sanderson FarmsMass chicken depopulation to control infectious laryngotracheitis, 1245

Sanofl i PasteurSome restrictions on human-use rabies vaccine lifted, 1357

Schering-PloughMerck to merge with Schering-Plough, 1001

ScotlandAccreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368

Secondary Assessment of Victim Endpoint (SAVE)Ready for disaster: AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams, 1488

SheltersSecond AVMF volunteerism project set for Seattle, 861$1 million campaign to raise awareness of AAHA hospitals, 1242

SlaughterState legislators’ group opposes federal bills to restrict horse slaughter,

306Horse slaughter conditions in Mexico explored by AAEP group, 584State bills popping up on horse slaughter, unwanted-horse issue, 857With eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228Montana law favors building of horse slaughter facilities, 1373

Sleep ApneaSleep apnea–unmasking a nighttime health risk [AVMA Group Health and

Life Insurance Trust], 716

Small Business Administration (SBA)Stimulus plans affect small businesses in terms of credit, taxes, health

insurance, 1106

Smithfi eld FoodsSwine veterinarians assess challenges to industry, practice, 1107

Society for Tropical Veterinary Medicine (STVM)Ewing honored by CRWAD, 726

Society of Animal Welfare Administrators (SAWA)CATalyst Council names Top 10 Cat-Friendly Cities, 1245

Society of Toxicologic Pathology (STP)Industry sponsors renew support for pathology training positions, 865

SoringEquine conference educates, updates on active year, 301

SpainH1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

Spay/NeuterAVMA: mandatory spay/neuter a bad idea, 1232

Stamats, IncOffi cials say veterinary college prerequisites need streamlining, 1117

StandardsEquine veterinarians hope to improve racing standards, 447Study examining organic, conventional milk production, 1517

Sterile TechniqueEducation is key to combating rise in MRSA [AVMA GHLIT], 187

St George’s University School of Veterinary MedicineAccreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368

St KittsAccreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368

Strategic Planning‘Ambitious’ strategic plan unveiled at AAVMC meeting, 1115Future of veterinary education up for discussion, 1116

Student American Veterinary Medical Association (SAVMA)GHLIT backs SAVMA obesity awareness campaign [AVMA GHLIT], 443Students have their day on the Hill, 992Brown wants to build on work of fi rst term, 1363Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Student Chapter of the American Veterinary Medical Association (SCAVMA)

AVMA looks to strengthen ties with veterinary students, 1229

SudanPigs, people in Philippines contract Ebola virus, 855

SurveillanceSurveillance program could protect human and swine health, 588Mass chicken depopulation to control infectious laryngotracheitis, 1245Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

SurveysAVMA survey measures income trends to 2007 [MK Burns], 8EPA pharmaceutical survey not for veterinarians, AVMA says [MS

Osborne], 12Unwanted horse problem to be analyzed in initial study, 190Animal-use antimicrobial sales up; manufacturers report more growth use

of ionophores, 446More information more accessible on food supply veterinary medicine

site, 717Study: 22 percent of veterinarians screened had antibodies against Q

fever, 854Industry sponsors renew support for pathology training positions, 865Client education is focus of Lyme disease month, 999AVMA looks to strengthen ties with veterinary students, 1229Revenues for animal hospitals whose directors are AAHA members, 1241Regulations target illegal Internet distribution of controlled substances,

1493

SymposiaNAVC events educate, entertain attendees, 724Symposium calls for targeted efforts to increase diversity [MA Osborne],

1224Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505Specialty group forms corporate partnerships, 1522

TTail DockingComments invited on proposed sports medicine and rehabilitation

specialty, 712History of AVMA policy on ear cropping and tail docking of dogs, 714Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

Task Force on CommunicationsDelegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

Task Force on Foreign Veterinary Graduate EquivalenceTask Force on Foreign Veterinary Graduate Equivalence, 859

Task Force on Future Roles and ExpectationsWith eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228

Task Force on the Foresight ReportTask Force on the Foresight Report, 592

Task ForcesTask Force on the Foresight Report, 592Task Force on Future Roles and Expectations, 719Task Force on Foreign Veterinary Graduate Equivalence, 859Executive Board cuts costs to balance 2010 budget, 1100With eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228AVMA looks to strengthen ties with veterinary students, 1229Speakers explore the ups and downs of pet keeping, 1371Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

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TaxationCalifornia considers tax on veterinary services, 582California passes budget without tax on veterinary services, 853Stimulus plans affect small businesses in terms of credit, taxes, health

insurance, 1106

TennesseeTwo foreign schools inch closer to accreditation, 191Disaster preparedness grant recipients named, 308Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Terms of ServiceDelegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

TerrorismHomeland Security recommends Kansas site to replace Plum Island, 11Homeland security program produces fi rst graduates, 591Report: government must address growing shortage of federal

veterinarians, 851Animal rights extremist is one of FBI’s most wanted terrorists, 1375

TexasHomeland Security recommends Kansas site to replace Plum Island, 11Disaster preparedness grant recipients named, 308Texas A&M’s new dean starts March 1, 449Texas joins states with bovine trichomoniasis regulations, 862

Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

Education council schedules site visits, 24Texas A&M’s new dean starts March 1, 449

Texas Animal Health CommissionMass chicken depopulation to control infectious laryngotracheitis, 1245

TNF-alpha InhibitorsMedications for rheumatoid arthritis, 1236

Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (TSEs)FDA planning to ban cattle brains, spinal cords from all animal feed, 11Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

TrichomoniasisTexas joins states with bovine trichomoniasis regulations, 862

Tri-State Veterinary Disaster Response ConferenceTri-state conference promotes local disaster planning, 1491

Tufts University Cummings School of Veterinary MedicineVeterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

TurtlesFDA brochure warns of Salmonella from pet turtles, 854

Tuskegee University School of Veterinary MedicineAccreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368

UUgandaConservation program looks after mountain gorillas, human neighbors,

1374

Underserved PopulationsProposal could lead to privately funded student loan help, 1231

United KingdomH1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (UN-FAO)Pigs, people in Philippines contract Ebola virus, 855

United States Animal Health Association (USAHA)USAHA, AAVLD team up and request more federal funding [MS

Osborne], 31Strategic Planning Committee sunset, 1236

Universidad Autónoma de Baja California Instituto de Investigaciones en Ciencias Veterinarias

Education council schedules site visits, 24, 861

Universidad Autónoma de México Facultad de Medicina Veterinaria y Zootecnia

Two foreign schools inch closer to accreditation, 191Education council schedules site visits, 1506

University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary MedicineTwo foreign schools inch closer to accreditation, 191

University of California-Davis College of Veterinary MedicineFARAD surviving, but future funding uncertain, 589Veterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352Conservation program looks after mountain gorillas, human neighbors,

1374

University of Copenhagen Faculty of Life SciencesEducation council schedules site visits, 24, 861

University of Florida College of Veterinary MedicineFARAD surviving, but future funding uncertain, 589

University of Guelph Ontario Veterinary CollegeEducation council schedules site visits, 24

University of Illinois College of Veterinary MedicineStudent talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

University of Liverpool Faculty of Veterinary ScienceEducation council schedules site visits, 24, 861

University of Missouri-Columbia College of Veterinary MedicineOnline CE available on camelids, 720AAHA sessions tackle student debt–’the elephant in the room,’ 1369

University of Pennsylvania School of Veterinary MedicineEducation council schedules site visits, 24New Bolton Center breaks ground for critical care center, 32Education council schedules site visits, 861Leader in virology, pathology given world veterinary award [G Cima],

1246Speakers explore the ups and downs of pet keeping, 1371Education council schedules site visits, 1506

University of Queensland School of Veterinary ScienceAccreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368

University of Tennessee College of Veterinary MedicineTwo foreign schools inch closer to accreditation, 191Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Veterinary MedicineStudent talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505Study examining organic, conventional milk production, 1517Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

Unwanted Horse CoalitionUnwanted horse problem to be analyzed in initial study, 190Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

Unwanted HorsesStudent debt relief, unwanted horses are among AVMA legislative

priorities, 14New resources helping unwanted horses fi nd new homes [MS Osborne],

29Unwanted horse problem to be analyzed in initial study, 190Free vaccines offered to improve welfare of unwanted horses, 305State bills popping up on horse slaughter, unwanted-horse issue, 857

US Agency for International DevelopmentHead of Afghan Veterinary Association learns from AVMA, 1494

US Animal Health Association (AHA)Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

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US Animal Health ReportUSDA releases report on animal health, 29

US Armed ForcesVeterinarians work behind the scenes during inauguration, 581Speakers explore the ups and downs of pet keeping, 1371

US Bureau of Land Management (BLM)Adoption day for wild horses to bring awareness, 1373

US CongressReport: government must address growing shortage of federal

veterinarians, 851Veterinary colleges fi nd cause for hope in stimulus plan, 854State bills popping up on horse slaughter, unwanted-horse issue, 857Plan for mandatory ID of livestock focus of congressional hearing, 990Students have their day on the Hill, 992Veterinarian-turned-politician hopes to bring science to the Hill, 1118With eye on purse strings, Executive Board looks ahead, 1228Legislative priorities identifi ed, 1231Montana law favors building of horse slaughter facilities, 1373Ag department leaders seek comments on animal ID system, 1513

USDA Veterinary Accreditation ProgramFederal funding priorities identifi ed, 17

US Department of Agriculture (USDA)USDA releases report on animal health, 29USDA seeking veterinarians’ help in promoting NAIS, 178Surveillance program could protect human and swine health, 588FARAD surviving, but future funding uncertain, 589USDA laboratory employees suspended in drug probe [RS Nolen], 710Report: government must address growing shortage of federal

veterinarians, 851Videos to help veterinarians identify and fi ght avian disease, 996USDA promoting public practice in hands-on exercises, 997Aquatic animal health measures approved, 1234AVMA addresses international presence, 1236Mass chicken depopulation to control infectious laryngotracheitis, 1245H1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358Ready for disaster: AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams, 1488Ag department leaders seek comments on animal ID system, 1513Study examining organic, conventional milk production, 1517Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

US Department of HealthUS Department of Health, 1522

US Department of Homeland Security (DHS)Homeland Security recommends Kansas site to replace Plum Island, 11Kansas offi cially the site for facility to succeed Plum Island, 583

US Department of the TreasuryStimulus plans affect small businesses in terms of credit, taxes, health

insurance, 1106

US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS)Aquatic animal health measures approved, 1234

US National Aquatic Animal Health PlanAquatic animal health measures approved, 1234

US Public Health Service (PHS)Veterinarians work behind the scenes during inauguration, 581US Department of Health, 1522

UtahDisaster preparedness grant recipients named, 308

VVaccinologyFree vaccines offered to improve welfare of unwanted horses, 305Surveillance program could protect human and swine health, 588Client education is focus of Lyme disease month, 999Some restrictions on human-use rabies vaccine lifted, 1357

Variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (vCJD)FDA planning to ban cattle brains, spinal cords from all animal feed, 11

VenezuelaCompounding issues resurface in wake of ponies’ deaths, 1514

Verifi ed Internet Pharmacy Practice Sites (VIPPS)Group to offer accreditation for online veterinary pharmacies, 720

VermontVermont court says no to emotional compensation for pet loss, 1515

Vet 2011Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Vetcare CompleteSpecialty group forms corporate partnerships, 1522

Veterinarian-Client-Patient RelationshipsPractitioners discuss how they are weathering the downturn,

2009;234:579 Correction: 2009;234:715$1 million campaign to raise awareness of AAHA hospitals, 1242Guide helps veterinarians counsel clients with ill pets, 1368

Veterinary Business Management AssociationAAHA sessions tackle student debt–’the elephant in the room,’ 1369

Veterinary Colleges and SchoolsVeterinary colleges fi nd cause for hope in stimulus plan, 854Symposium calls for targeted efforts to increase diversity [MA Osborne],

1224Veterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Veterinary Continuing EducationNAVC events educate, entertain attendees, 724

Veterinary DentistrySome pet policies revisited, 1233

Veterinary EducationTraining program brings veterinary pathologists to NIH, 306HOD revises antimicrobials in livestock feeds policy, 436AVMF student scholarships available for 2009, 589USDA promoting public practice in hands-on exercises, 997‘Ambitious’ strategic plan unveiled at AAVMC meeting, 1115Future of veterinary education up for discussion, 1116Offi cials say veterinary college prerequisites need streamlining, 1117Symposium calls for targeted efforts to increase diversity [MA Osborne],

1224AVMA addresses international presence, 1236Veterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352AAHA sessions tackle student debt–’the elephant in the room,’ 1369Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Veterinary EthicsAVMA volunteers sign ethics statements, 17USDA laboratory employees suspended in drug probe [RS Nolen], 710

Veterinary FacilitiesNew Bolton Center breaks ground for critical care center, 32CDC laboratory expansion project under way, 997

Veterinary Feed DirectivesFDA adds online information to Veterinary Feed Directive guide, 1493

Veterinary HistoryCollection shows Depression-era veterinarians’ achievements, struggles,

1520

Veterinary Informatics$1 million campaign to raise awareness of AAHA hospitals, 1242

Veterinary Orthopedic Society (VOS)Veterinary Orthopedic Society, 1378

Veterinary PathologyTraining program brings veterinary pathologists to NIH, 306

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Veterinary Pharmacology Research FoundationFoundation to support pharmacology research, 1002

Veterinary PracticePractitioners discuss how they are weathering the downturn,

2009;234:579 Correction: 2009;234:715Education is key to combating rise in MRSA [AVMA GHLIT], 187Economy means slowdown for some veterinarians, 577Online CE available on camelids, 720NAVC events educate, entertain attendees, 724Equine veterinarians affected yet resilient in sour economy, 1103Maintaining profi tability requires smart management, 1105Revenues for animal hospitals whose directors are AAHA members, 1241

Veterinary ProfessionAVMA survey measures income trends to 2007 [MK Burns], 8What can the veterinary profession expect in Obama’s America, 183AVMA brochures on careers, pet health receive a makeover, 186AVMA conference readies leaders for challenges and opportunities, 432Strategic Planning Committee, 718World Veterinary Day, award will focus on livestock theme in 2009, 723Report: government must address growing shortage of federal

veterinarians, 851Economists: livestock and poultry producers cutting fl ock, herd sizes, 984Veterinarians seeing various reactions among producers, 987Swine veterinarians assess challenges to industry, practice, 1107Symposium calls for targeted efforts to increase diversity [MA Osborne],

1224Unity key to veterinarians’ strength, Kornegay says, 1361AAHA sessions tackle student debt–’the elephant in the room,’ 1369“Work hard at things you love to do,” 1506Collection shows Depression-era veterinarians’ achievements, struggles,

1520

Veterinary SpecialtiesAVMA survey measures income trends to 2007 [MK Burns], 8Comments invited on proposed sports medicine and rehabilitation

specialty, 712

Veterinary StudentsUSDA promoting public practice in hands-on exercises, 997AVMA looks to strengthen ties with veterinary students, 1229Veterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352AVMF leaders hope to expand services despite challenges, 1367AAHA sessions tackle student debt–’the elephant in the room,’ 1369

Veterinary TechniciansPartnership seeks to improve veterinary technician CE, 303AAHA releases publication on careers for veterinary technicians, 1114

Veterinary Verifi ed Internet Pharmacy Practice Sites (Vet-VIPPS)Group to offer accreditation for online veterinary pharmacies, 720

VirginiaDelegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary MedicineDr Linda K Tollefson, 1002

VirologySurveillance program could protect human and swine health, 588Sessions shed light on viral, bacterial, and production problems, 1109Leader in virology, pathology given world veterinary award [G Cima],

1246Some restrictions on human-use rabies vaccine lifted, 1357H1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

VolunteersSecond AVMF volunteerism project set for Seattle, 861Delegates to consider revised AVMA ear crop, tail dock policy, 1496

WWashingtonWashington State VMA, 314

Washington State University College of Veterinary MedicineAVMA conference readies leaders for challenges and opportunities, 432Donation benefi ts WSU students through scholarship fund, 449Veterinary colleges adapting to colder economic climate, 1352Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Western University School of Veterinary MedicineStudent talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505

Western Veterinary Conference (WVC)Oquendo Center debuts at Western Veterinary Conference, 1119

West IndiesAccreditation statuses reviewed by Council on Education, 1368

Wild Horses 4 EverAdoption day for wild horses to bring awareness, 1373

WildlifeWildlife a concern in BVDV control, 864Conservation program looks after mountain gorillas, human neighbors,

1374

Winn Feline FoundationCATalyst Council names Top 10 Cat-Friendly Cities, 1245

WisconsinEquine veterinarians affected yet resilient in sour economy, 1103Ready for disaster: AVMA Veterinary Medical Assistance Teams, 1488Tri-state conference promotes local disaster planning, 1491Student talk about equality, Vet 2011 at symposium, 1505Study examining organic, conventional milk production, 1517Beef, dairy producers dealing with feed ban effects, 1518

World Health Organization (WHO)Ross students present fi nding to WHO, 594H1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

World Veterinary Association (WVA)AVMA calls for applications to WVA Council, 307World Veterinary Day, award will focus on livestock theme in 2009, 723Board appoints representatives to committees, liaisons, 1235

WyethPfi zer to acquire Wyeth, 2009;234:723 Corrections: 2009;234:867

ZZairePigs, people in Philippines contract Ebola virus, 855

ZoonosesHomeland Security recommends Kansas site to replace Plum Island, 11New facility to advance study of foreign animal disease, 181Education is key to combating rise in MRSA [AVMA GHLIT], 187Health experts call for unifi ed efforts to face climate issue, 298Surveillance program could protect human and swine health, 588FDA brochure warns of Salmonella from pet turtles, 854Study: 22 percent of veterinarians screened had antibodies against Q

fever, 854Infection control guide available from Canadian committee, 989New AVMA policy: animal carcasses not an immediate risk, 1234H1N1 train in humans causes concerns over animal impacts, 1358

20 Index JAVMA, Vol 234, No. 1-12, January-June, 2009

Index to Names

Abbott, Jonathan A, 1398Aboellail, Tawfi k A, 1055Abramson, Carley, 1295Acland, Gregory M, 75Adams, Allison, 100Adams, Cindy L, 1418Adams, Geoffrey, 1005Adams, Vicki, 495Adams, William H, 455Aeschbacher, Gina, 1141Agnew, Dalen W, 751Agut, Amalia, 1299Ahee, John, 1481Ailes, Elizabeth, 938Albasan, Hasan, 1279, 1286Alcott, Cody J, 126Alexander, Kate, 367Alkaassem, Ahmad, 652Allen, Justin, 1526Altunok, Vahdettin, 926Aman, Anna M, 1049Anderson, Catherine, 3Anderson, Wendy M, 1023Apparao, Dhananjay, 1437Armstrong, P Jane, 1559Ashe, Catherine C, 455AVMA Group Health & Life

Insurance Trust, 190, 444, 717, 996, 1237, 1509

Babkine, Marie, 794Bain, Melissa J, 896Baker, Whitney S, 1271Balaam-Morgan, Tanya, 1544Balara, Jason M, 1555Bannasch, Danika, 120Barber, Don, 603Barkey, Daniel Q, 658Barlow, Beth M, 245Barnett, Barrie, 843Barrett, Kirstie, 1526Barthel, Curt H, 1005Bauer, Matthew D, 1539Bavari, Sina, 1130Baynes, Ronald E, 245Beal, Matthew W, 236Beard, Debra M, 1543Beasley, Michaela J, 743Beauchamp, Guy, 367Beauregard, Guy, 367Beckett, Laurel A, 376Bedenice, Daniela, 519, 530Bell, Chris D, 920Bender, Jeff B, 1559Bennett, R Avery, 1127Berekelman, Ruth L, 938Berge, Anna Catharina B, 47Berger, Jeannine, 332Berry, Wayne L, 1009Bertelsen, Mads F, 390Bertone, Alicia L, 644Berzina, Inese, 767Besse, Linda, 161Bevan, John M, 1279, 1286Bird, Brian H, 883Bissett, Wesley T, 249, 1162Boileau, Melanie J, 935Bonnafous, Laurance, 1263Bonnett, Brenda N, 1418Boschert, Kenneth R, 761Boucher, Joseph F, 81Bragg, Rebecca R, 209Brashier, Michael K, 1533Breazile, James E, 758

Breton, Luc, 367Briggs, Joyce, 874Bright, Amy, 530Bright, Janice M, 1055Brinkman, Erin L, 1533Briscoe, Jeleen A, 901Britt, Lisa G, 739Brockman, Daniel J, 221Brodersen, Bruce W, 519Brogniez, Laurent, 514Brounts, Sabrina H, 1308, 1389Brown, Dorothy C, 1566Bulman-Fleming, Julie C, 381Buote, Melanie A, 1555Burkitt, Jamie M, 771Burns, M Katie, 10, 25, 182, 307,

435, 578, 580, 582, 594, 720, 853, 861, 1243, 1244, 1367, 1370, 1372, 1490, 1492, 1513

Burton, Alexandra J, 1177

Callan, Robert J, 519Cameron, Deshler B, 39Campbell, Bonnie G, 638Campbell, Gregory A, 1013Campbell, Terry W, 1055Carleton, Carla L, 751Carter, G Kent, 1432Casale, Sue A, 229Castelhano, Marta GP, 75Cebra, Christopher K, 915Chaffi n, M Keith, 1432Chaney, Kristin P, 751Chapman, Elizabeth A, 509Cherni, Judith, 81Chesebrough, Robert, 81Chesen, A Berkley, 1432Chigerwe, Munashe, 785Chinnadurai, Sathya K, 625Choate, Christina J, 347Chohan, Amandeep S, 746Chow, Eric P, 1127Chu, Karyen, 1023Ciccone, Penelope A, 75Cima, Gregory M, 185, 307, 439,

587, 588, 589, 590, 863, 865, 987, 997, 1108, 1109, 1110, 1247, 1357, 1360, 1368, 1376, 1513, 1517, 1520, 1521

Clark-Price, Stuart C, 1539Cleaver, Dawn M, 81Clegg, Peter D, 514Clowser, Sharon L, 519Cobb, Donald V, 1382Coe, Jason B, 1418Cohen, Jacqueline M, 1347Cole, Robert C, 1303Collins, Cameron J, 376Confer, Anthony W, 935Constable, Peter D, 652, 926Cook, James, 25Cordes, Brett, 873Corey, Elizabeth E, 75Coskun, Alparslan, 926Crews, Laura J, 359Cruz, V Claudia, 509Culp, William TN, 906Cummings, Kevin J, 1578Cummings, Timothy S, 758

Dabareiner, Robin M, 1303, 1432d’Anjou, Marc-André, 367, 794Dascanio, John D, 1543D’Astous, Jérôme, 367

Davidson, Gigi S, 385, 873Davies, Sarah E, 603Davis, Jennifer L, 245, 385, 873Deal, Emily M, 1130De Carufel, Myriam, 367Dee, Larry G, 599Deen, John, 665DeHaven, W Ron, 198Dennis, Greg, 1016Dennis, Ruth, 495De Risio, Luisa, 495Desbrosse, Francis G, 514Desrochers, André, 794Detwiler, Richard H, 731DeVoe, Ryan S, 625Dibb, Jack, 530Di Guardo, Giovanni, 1263Divers, Thomas J, 1177, 1578Doherr, Marcus G, 1141Downs, Myron O, 327Drazenovich, Tracy L, 214Drees, Randi, 669Drobatz, Kenneth J, 100, 771, 906Duffi eld, Todd, 790Dugan, Steven J, 759Duncan, Robert, 1091Dunn, Marilyn, 367

Edwards, Ryland B, III, 1308Ekiri, Abel B, 108Elvinger, François, 1398Erbeck, Douglas H, 1253Erne, Jay B, 201Espe, Marv, 571Ettinger, Stephen, 1526Evans, Richard B, 1154

Fajt, Virginia R, 1162Famula, Thomas R, 120Farrell, Raymond, 800Fascetti, Andrea J, 209Feeney, Daniel A, 359Ferasin, Luca, 767Fernández del Palacio, Josefa,

1299Fidel, Janean L, 1544Fielding, Langdon, 1543Fine, Deborah M, 739Fite, Cherul L, 205Foerner, Joseph J, 1389Forterre, Franck, 1141Fosgate, Geoffrey T, 1162Foss, Kari D, 1009Freeman, David E, 108Freeman, Lisa M, 209Freeman, Paul M, 240Friedrichs, Kristen R, 1545Fry, Michael M, 509

Gadbois, Julie, 367Gades, Naomi M, 1535Gaskin, Jack M, 108Gates, Maureen Carolyn, 1384Gehring, Ronette, 760Geiger, David A, 1041, 1528Gerwing, Martin, 480Gibson, Tom W, 381Giguère, Steeve, 108Girard, Christiane, 794Glanville, Thomas D, 47Glardon, Olivier, 1141Glickman, Lawrence T, 486, 631,

1527Glickman, Nita W, 486, 1527

Godden, Sandra M, 1167Gold, Randi M, 1549Golden, Ethan, 1259Goldstein, Gary S, 486, 1527Golini, Lorenzo, 1263Gordon, Ira K, 376Gower, Sara B, 1566Granger, Nicolas, 240Granick, Jennifer L, 1559Gray, Gregory C, 1271Greasby, Tamara A, 376Greek, Jean, 40Greenacre, Cheryl, 455Greene, Stephen A, 746Gregor, Thomas P, 1549Gregory, Clare R, 638Guerra, Marta A, 472Gussett, Roger, 598

Hackett, Timothy B, 1049Haers, Hendrik, 460Haley, Allison C, 1295Hamilton, Michael J, 120Hammond, Genevieve M, 376Harcourt-Brown, Thomas R, 240Hardie, Elizabeth M, 638Hardin, Laura, 1547Harman, Jane L, 59Hartmann, Faye A, 669Harvey, Colin E, 100Hathcock, John T, 743Hawkins, Michelle G, 214Hegstad-Davies, Rebecca L, 767Helms, Timothy D, 896Hendrix, Charles M, 199Henningson, Jamie N, 519Henry, Katherine M, 108Hernandez, Jorge A, 108Hernandez-Divers, Stephen J, 800Hetts, Suzanne, 1254Higgins, Derrick, 427Hill, Ana S, 1547Hill, Richard C, 347Hobson, H Phil, 638Hodges, Barbara, 324Holcombe, Susan J, 751Holler, Larry D, 761Holmes, Shannon P, 205Hooper, R Neil, 249Houghton, John O, 327House, Amanda M, 108Howard, Rick D, 920Hsu, Walter H, 126Huck, Jennifer L, 1549Hunt, Patrick R, 616

Ing, Nancy H, 762Inzana, Karen D, 1425Ishihara, Akikazu, 644Ivančić, Marina, 88

Jackson, Andrew H, 1038Jackson, Mark, 120Jacobs, Robert M, 790Jaggy, André, 1141Janke, Jared J, 249Jann, Henry W, 935Jeffery, Nick D, 240Jessen, Carl R, 359Johnson, Ward, 1527

Kahler, Susan C, 435, 1241, 1249, 1498, 1508

Kanfer, Donald, 876

Authors

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Kass, Philip H, 638, 777Kelling, Clayton L, 519Kent, Michael S, 376Kirk, Loren Madden, 385, 873Kitchell, Barbara E, 236Kittleson, Mark D, 1525Kiupel, Matti, 1555Klingborg, Donald J, 47Klocke, Emily E, 1007Klopp, Lisa S, 1573Koch, Christoph, 669, 1389Koch, V Wensley, 197Kramer, Martin, 480Krol, Joanna, 43Kruth, Stephen A, 381Ksiazek, Thomas G, 883Kurth, Kathy L, 519

Lacroix, Charlotte, 1016Laim, Annina, 1141Lamb, Christopher R, 221Lamm, Catherine G, 1013Langford, David G, 1255Larson, Martha M, 1041, 1528Launois, Marc T, 514LeBlanc, Stephen, 790Lee, Karla C, 221Leeder, Damon B, 879Lefebvre, Sandra L, 1404Leslie, Ken E, 790Lewis, Hugh B, 486, 1527Ley, William B, 758Libal, Melissa C, 1162Lidbury, Jonathan A, 1147Lieberman, Stefanie, 291Lindeman, Cindy J, 81Linford, Robert L, 1533Linnetz, Eric, 1259Lipscomb, Victoria J, 221Livesay, Michael A, 1308Loar, Lynn M, 732Locher, Lena F, 652Long, Fenella, 88Lorinson, Dragan, 622Lorinson, Karin, 622Love, Brenda C, 1013Lulich, Jody P, 767, 1279, 1286

MacGregor, John, 760MacKay, Clayton, 874MacKay, Robert J, 108MacLachlan, N James, 883Maes, Roger K, 1555Magdesian, K Gary, 777Mahr, Roger K, 184Margiocco, Marco L, 1007Marler, Ronald J, 1535Marruchella, Giuseppe, 1263Marsh, Bret D, 191, 1366Martínez, Carlos M, 1299Matise, Ilze, 359Mayer, Joerg, 1259McCarthy, Robert J, 229, 1555McClure, Scott, 1154McConnell, Fraser J, 495McCue, Molly E, 120McDonough, Patrick L, 1578McFadden, Michael S, 1539McGuirk, Sheila M, 669, 1308McKelvie, Pamela J, 1549McNally, Erin, 1267McNicholas, W Thomas, Jr, 201Mehl, Margo L, 638Mehler, Stephen J, 236Memon, Mushtaq A, 205Meyer, E Kathryn, 1255Mezey, Jason G, 75

Michele, Ursula, 480Mickelson, James R, 120Middleton, John R, 739, 785Midkiff, Angela M, 875Miga, Joseph A, 1162Millard, Ralph P, 505Millner, Patricia D, 47Mison, Michael B, 638Mochal, Cathleen A, 1533Mohamed, Ahmed S, 631Molenberghs, Geert, 347Monga, Monoj, 1279Moore, David M, 1547Moore, George E, 486, 631, 1527Morandi, Federica, 455, 1545Morgan, Dean D, 1154Morley, Paul S, 658Morris, Daniel O, 901Moyer, Katherine L, 95Mulon, Pierre-Yves, 794Myers, Lee M, 938

Nagy, Dusty W, 739, 785Naughton, James F, 1127Newman, Rebecca G, 236Nichol, Stuart T, 883Nolen, R Scott, 186, 435, 438, 445,

712, 714, 852, 854, 979, 991, 1000, 1101, 1111, 1362, 1370, 1375, 1495, 1497, 1515, 1517

Nolte, Ingo JA, 1031Nooteboom, Sabine, 120Nunemacher, Megan, 1016Nydam, Daryl V, 1177

Oakes, Michael J, 1167Obsorne, Malinda S, 866Occhipinti, Lindsay L, 751Oertli, Ernest H, 616Ok, Mahmut, 926Oke, Stacey L, 1393Olby, Natasha J, 230Oliveira, Leane, 1437Ollivett, Theresa L, 1177Osborne, Carl A, 1279, 1286Osborne, Malinda S, 12, 23, 29,

32, 191, 305, 309, 435, 439, 448, 585, 722, 857, 999, 1104, 1116, 1117, 1118, 1227, 1356, 1368, 1505, 1514

Osterday, Karina Valerius, 762Osterstock, Jason B, 249

Pacchiana, Philip D, 43Paige, Christopher F, 1398Papich, Mark G, 385, 873Papp, Georg, 81Patronek, Gary J, 336Peddle, Gordon D, 100, 1525Pedersen, Douglas D, 530Peek, Simon F, 1308Penedo, M Cecilia, 120Perrin, Roland AR, 514Peterson, Anna D, 126Pickens, Erika H, 505Pion, Paul, 1525Pithua, Patrick, 1167Prescott, John F, 352Prichard, Michael A, 669Prichard, Mike A, 1308Pyle, R Lee, 1398

Quiroz-Rocha, Gerardo F, 790

Ragetly, Guillaume R, 1127Raiti, Paul, 877Rakala-Schultz, Paivi J, 644

Rankin, Shelley C, 901Rashmir-Raven, Ann M, 1533Reed, Stephen M, 644Reese, Michael S, 906Reggiardo, Carlos, 519Reid-Smith, Richard J, 1404Reimer, S Brent, 638Reisner, Ilana R, 40Reynolds, James P, 599Ridgway, Marcella, 1573Rieser, Micha Y, 1023Rishniw, Mark, 1525Riviere, Jim E, 245Robertson, James T, 644Rockey, Kristine M, 1162Rodgers, Lynn L, 1013Rodgers, Richard W, 323Rohde, Rodney E, 616Roman, Margo, 600Rose, Nathan D, 359Rosenthal, Karen L, 901Rossmeisl, John H, Jr, 1425Roussel, Allen J, Jr, 249Ruby, Annette L, 214Ruby, Rebecca, 777Ruch-Gallie, Rebecca, 761Ruegg, Pamela L, 1437Rutten-Ramos, Stephanie C, 665Ryan, Matthew J, 1525

Sadler, Valerie M, 1545Saker, Korinn E, 1041, 1528Saliki, Jeremiah T, 938Salman, MD, 658Santschi, Elizabeth M, 1308Saunders, H Mark, 771Saunders, Jimmy H, 460Savicky, Roman S, 1038Schimenti, John C, 75Schmiedt, Chad W, 638Schultz, Loren G, 785Schumacher, Jim, 509, 1154Schuman, Crystal D, 108Scott, Karen C, 347Sedacca, Cassidy D, 1049, 1055Seiler, Gabriela S, 88Sen, Ismail, 926Serwa, Dorota, 622Seva, Juan I, 1299Seyrek-Intas, Deniz, 480Sharkey, Leslie C, 767Shaw, Stephen C, 376Shelton, G Diane, 1049Shepherd, Allison J, 754Sherman, Barbara L, 1253Shofer, Frances S, 40, 901Shores, Andrew, 743Sidwa, Thomas J, 616Silva, Christopher J, 59Sinclair, Leslie, 1544Six, Robert, 81Skalicky, Monika, 622Skogerboe, Terry L, 81Skorupski, Katherine A, 376Slavinski, Sally A, 336Sleeper, Meg M, 100, 1525Smith, David R, 519Smith, Gail K, 1549Smith, Geof W, 245Smith, Jeffrey J, 198Sommardahl, Carla S, 509Souza, Marcy J, 1546Sponseller, Brett A, 126Stahl, Scott J, 800Stauthammer, Christopher D, 879Steffen, David J, 519Stegemann, Michael R, 81

Steiner, Jorg M, 1147Stepnik, Matthew W, 638Suchodolski, Jan S, 1147Summers, Marin K, 785Sweet, Cara R, 1259

Tacke, Sabine, 480Talavera, Jesus, 1299Talbot, Laura, 1219Tapp, Tiffany, 759Taylor, D Scott, 920Taylor, Mark B, 1041, 1528Tenhündfeld, Jörg, 1031Tiekert, Carvel G, 323Tobias, Anthony H, 767Todhunter, Rory J, 75Topliff, Christina L, 519Trepanier, Lauren A, 95Troedsson, Mats R, 108Tryon, Robert C, 120Twedt, David C, 1049Tyler, Jeff W, 785Tynes, Valarie V, 1546

Valberg, Stephanie J, 120Vandenbark, Wess, 171Vandeweerd, Jean-Michel EF, 514Van Metre, David C, 658van Veen, TW Schillhorn, 875Vo, Dai Tan, 126von Chamier, Maria M, 108von Pfeil, Dirsko J, 1007Voss, Ed D, 920Vredenburg, Steve D, 324

Wagner, Michelle L, 120Waitt, Laura H, 915Wall, Corey R, 739Waller, Kenneth R, 1007Waltner-Toews, David, 1404Warfi eld, Kelly L, 1130Warnick, Lorin D, 1578Washabau, Robert J, 771Washburn, Kevin E, 249, 1162Webb, Brett T, 1055Weedon, G Robert, 874Weese, J Scott, 352, 1404Wefstaedt, Patrick, 1031Weigel, Dan J, 81Weiner, Jean, 705Weiss, Tony, 731, 1255Weisse, Chick W, 1566Wells, Katherine L, 505Wells, Raegan J, 1049Wells, Scott J, 1167Wernham, Benjamin G, 1007Werpy, Natasha M, 920Westropp, Jodi L, 214Whitney, Ellen A Spotts, 938Wilson, Pamela J, 616Wise, Annabel G, 1555Wittek, Thomas, 652Wong, David M, 126Wood, Darren, 790Wrenn, Amy, 625Wynn, Susan G, 603

Yaeger, Michael J, 1154Yeatts, James L, 245Yee, Kristine, 1526Yoffe-Sharp, Bonnie L, 732Yu, Zengshou, 209

Zeldis, Tracy E, 906Ziolo, Mira S, 390

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PersonalsAdams, Garry, 26Adams, H Richard, 449Adams, Stephen B, 35Agapito, Debra, 33Aguilera, Alberto, 1107Aja, Daniel S, 30Akaka, Daniel K, 851Al-Haddawi, Muthafar, 450Alampi, Rick, 1111Albers, John W, 578, 1242Allard, Wayne, 439Allbaugh, Rachel, 33Allen, Sheila W, 592Alvey, Laura, 1518Aman, Anna, 1378Amato, Nicole S, 1121Ameri, Mehrdad, 451Andersen, Amber, 1118Anderson, David E, 720, 986Anderson, Gary, 32Anderson, Jonathan D, 1121Anderson, Jonathan R, 1121Anderson, Lynn C, 1239Anderson, Ron D, 1119Andrus, David M, 984Antweiler, Richard, 867, 1356Aoki, Scott T, 719, 1364Appel, Lynn M, 1235, 1511Arasu, Prema, 27, 1235Archbald, Louis F, 725Arden, Warwick A, 1115, 1117,

1226Arifi n, Esther, 450Arnold, Gregory A, 1121Arthur, Rick, 448Ashton, Marcella, 33Aspros, Douglas G, 19, 1229Atkinson, Gary, 867Atlas, Ronald, 1112Au, Kevin, 1378Audin, Janis H, 1376, 1508Austin, Melissa, 1369Axam, Tasha, 35

Backues, Kay, 314Bacon, Nicholas J, 1121Baier, Jeff, 314Bainbridge, David W, 867Baker, John, 26Baker, Rodney “Butch,” 1107, 1108,

1109Balara, Jason, 1121Baldwin, Barbara A, 1364Ballegeer, Elizabeth, 35Banasiak, David, 712Bandt, Carsten, 35Bangari, Dinesh S, 450Banz, William J, 1121Bartlett, Susan, 725Barton Behravesh, Casey, 1522Barton, Claude, 31Batliner, Stephanie, 301Bauer, John E, 1239Baus, Mark R, 1103Bayly, Warwick M, 1352Beamer, Gillian L, 450Beasley, Val R, 721Beauchamp, David G, 858Beck, Anthony, 29Beckett, Jennifer, 1514Beckman, Kerry, 313Becton, Lisa J, 441, 1238Behling-Kelly, Erica, 451Beldomenico, Pablo, 300Belushi, Jim, 725Benak, Jaromir, 450Benoit, Rannou, 451Benson-Timberlake, Britany, 1121

Berdan, Kristen, 313Berezowski, Chris, 313Bergh, Mary S, 1121Bergin, Ingrid L, 450Berk, Jeffrey T, 302, 304Berrier, Harry, 867Besier, Anthony S, 450Bevan, John M, 1121Bharathan, Mini, 726bin Laden, Osama, 1375Bisby, Tricia, 451Bishop, George, 310Blackmore, Carina G, 1112Blakeley, Karen T, 591Blond, Laurent, 35Blossé, Nicole M, 1522Boeckh, Albert, 1239Boey, Kristi, 32Boggs, Jerry L, 1377Boileau, Melanie, 720Bolton, Michel W, 726Boltz, Rachel S, 867Bommarito, David, 35Bonnot, Carlos E, 592Boren, Brandon, 1505Borjesson, Dori, 451Borst, Lawrence M, 1235Borst, Luke, 450Boston, Billie, 866Bousum, Peter C, 304Brace, James J, 27, 859Bramlage, Larry R, 34, 312Branam, John Edward, 440Brandt, James H, 1235Brandt, Karen Martens, 590, 995,

1239Bransford, Grace F, 718, 1364Breickner, Liesl, 451Breitmeyer, Richard, 32Brennan, Sebastian J, 450Bretz, Brian, 34Brewer, Nathan R, 1507Brice, A, 450Bridges, Carolyn, 588Briere, Catherine, 1121Brinkman-Ferguson, Erin, 35Brown, Gary S, 435, 1363, 1504,

1506Brown, Jennifer A, 1113Brown, Kimberly, 29Brown, Steven R, 1235Bruce, Charles W, 1121Bruno, Jennifer, 1505Brunt, Jane E, 1245Bubeck, Kirsten, 1378Buccellato, Matthew A, 450Budsberg, Steven C, 26, 34Buffi ngton, CA Tony, 724Bullard, Gary, 18Bulovas, John, 313Buonincontro, Monique, 589, 590,

861Burgos, Armando, 313Buriko, Yekaterina, 35Burkgren, Thomas, 18, 588Burnett, Heidi A, 1243Burns, Graham, 35Burrows, Colin F, 724Burton, Dan, 585, 857Bush, J Randy, 987Bushby, Philip A, 859, 1365Busschers, Evita, 1121Butler, Amy, 35Byrne, T Murt, 867

Caldwell, Edward B, 579Canfi eld, Donald R, 580Cann, Jennifer A, 450

Carlson, Karol, 1490Carlson, René A, 592, 1367Carmichael, Brent, 1120Carmona, Franklin, 727Carpenter, Ryan, 1378Carroll, Erica E, 450Carron, David, 310Carter, Craig N, 32, 1241, 1377Casale, Susan A, 1121Case, Heather C, 591, 1111, 1113,

1488, 1490Casper, Jacob, 995Castes, Michael, 312Castle, John K, 312Castle, Marianne, 312Cates, Michael B, 1112, 1235Cathey, Michael W, 861, 1110,

1367Catlett, Lowell, 302Catzione, Carmen A, 720Caudell, David, 306Cecere, Thomas E, 450Chaddock, H Michael, 1352, 1356Chambliss, Melvin C, 995Chance, Taylor B, 450Chapman, Seth E, 451Charles, Elizabeth M, 994Chase, Christopher CL, 440, 864,

1238Chatta, Kuldeep, 726Cheng, Lily I, 450Chesen, A Berkley, 1121Christian, Kira A, 1364Cissell, Robin L, 726Clark, Carol K, 304Clark, Dustan, 439Clark, Josh L, 995Clay, Billy R, 1238Clevenger, Joanne W, 434Clever, Kenneth A, 590, 995Clifford, John, 990, 1513Cline, Steve, 299Cloninger, Robert W, 1518Clyde, Victoria, 314Cochran, Matt, 586Cofer, Deb, 314Cohen, Jacqueline, 1376Cohen, Jay, 11Cohen, Rachel, 32Cohn, Theodore J, 17, 719, 994,

1506, 1511Colburn, Ryan, 443, 1505Cole, Gretchen A, 314Collins, Rich, 1108Colopy, Sara A, 1121Connor, Joseph F, 1107Conyers, John, 585, 857Conzemius, Mike, 1378Cook, James O, 25, 33, 433, 439,

711, 990, 1108, 1244, 1245, 1513Cook, Jimi, 1378Coomer, Alastair, 1378Coon, Richard E, 1367Cooper, Judith, 1378Cordes, Timothy, 584Corey, Doug G, 584Corry, Larry M, 436Corsiglia, Charles M, 1238Corte, James V, 1365Cortes, Yonaira, 35Covey, Jennifer L, 1121Cowen, Paula L, 997Craig, Suzanne L, 994Cranfi eld, Michael, 1374Creed, James E, 1119Crews, Laura, 35Crootof, Mark R, 724Crumley, Kate, 1515

Cruz, Bernadine D, 994Cruz-Cardona, Janet A, 451Cullen, John, 306, 449, 451Culp, William T, 34, 1121Cummings, Kevin J, 726Cunningham, Cynthia, 1360Curry-Galvin, Elizabeth, 1514Cutler, Gregg J, 1235

Dado, Craig, 447Danforth, Deborah, 995Dare, Eric, 1111Davies, Paula, 313Davis, Dorene, 861de Jong, John H, 1510de la Navarre, Byron JS, 1364DeBowes, Richard M, 314, 432,

592Dedrickson, Byron J, 1238Dee, Larry G, 719DeHaven, W Ron, 9, 434, 715,

851, 866, 990, 1100, 1108, 1110, 1116, 1118, 1229, 1231, 1236, 1360, 1513

Dejardin, Loic, 1378DeJong, Keith, 451Demaree, Angela J, 591Denver, Mary, 314Detwiler, Linda A, 997Dewell, Reneé, 1113DeYoung, David J, 594Dietl, Robert A, 1235, 1364Dimeo, David A, 718Dinnage, Julie D, 311, 1235DiPietre, Dennis, 1109Dismukes, David I, 1121Dittberner, Gordon, 1491Dozier, Roger G, 867Drees, Randi, 35Drost, Tod, 35Drubin, Daniel T, 1242Dunham, Bernadette M, 1102,

1514Dunn, Michael, 433Dunphy, Clyde E, 579Durham, Amy C, 450Dutton, Michael, 313DuVernoy, Tracy S, 1235Duxbury, David, 1377

Easterling, David R, 300Eaton, Emily, 592Eaton, Melinda, 591Eaton, Seth, 33Eddleman, David A, 580Edwards, Sam, 1377Ehrhart, Nicole, 1378Ellenbogen, Tina, 998Elliott, Ali, 726Ellis, Christina M, 1121Ellis, Robert P, 725Ellison, Stephanie, 32Embury-Hyatt, Carissa K, 450Engelland, Glenn, 1377Engvall, Bill, 725Erasmus, Marisa, 32Ergen, Mary, 308Eschner, Andrew, 999Ethier, Michael, 35Evans, Robert D, 1238Evenson, Emelie, 32Ewing, Sidney A, 725Ezell, Randy G, 1119

Faust, Cindy, 1490Faux, Cynthia M, 1490Felsted, Karen E, 577, 583, 1369Fenner, William R, 1239

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Fenstermaker, Valerie, 582, 853Ferber, Robert, 1520Fife, Matthew, 33Fife, Tina, 33Filipowicz, Dean, 1121Filkins, Mylon E, 1235Fineman, Jay B, 1378Firkins, Lawrence D, 1107Fischer, John R, 1112Fisher, Peggy T, 867Fitch, Catherine K, 995Fitzgerald, Kevin, 1505Fitzpatrick, Noel, 1378Flanigan, James R, 9Flemming, Donald D, 1239Foley, David, 302Folland, Douglas, 313Fontenelle, Jennifer, 33Forfa, Richard, 440Forfa, Tracey H, 1112Forshey, Tony M, 1238Forward, Zoe, 313Fox, James G, 1112, 1115Fray, Scott A, 867Freeman, Arthur, 1364Freeman, Kate S, 314French, Dennis D, 1239French, John, 441Fretz, Peter B, 1365Fricke, Matthew E, 1377Fulton, Robert, 864Fyffe, Jack, 1490

Gage, Kenneth, 300Gangaih, Dharanesh, 726Gardiner, Chris, 450Gardner, Geoffrey R, 995Gardner, John P, Jr, 1512Garrou, Amy, 313Garvey, Ann, 586Gass-Cofre, Annette, 1107Gauger, Phillip C, 1120Gaughan, Earl M, 724Gay, John, 440Geithner, Timothy, 1106Gibbons, Aaron, 1505Gibbons, Paul, 314Gift, Barrett W, 33Gilardi, Kirsten, 1374Giles, James T, III, 34, 1121Gill, Ronald E, 718Gillespie, Joe C, 1238Gillespie, Thomas G, 1109Gillig, Dana K, 867Gillin, Colin M, 1489Gilsdorf, Michael J, 852, 985Gimenez, Rebecca M, 1490, 1491,

1492Gingerich, Daniel A, 1002, 1238Gingrich, Karl, 441Girard, Elizabeth, 35Glaesemann, Jennafer, 32Glenn, Barbara, 439Gloyd, Joe S, 1002Godfrey, Ernest C, 1235Godwin, Jeff, 1378Goebel, Richard A, 578Goemann, Gerhardt G “Garry,”

1113, 1488, 1521Goertz, Caroline EC, 314Goggs, Robert, 35Golab, Gail C, 32, 311, 439, 713,

1506Gomez, Gabriel, 450González, Olga D, 450Goodby, Robert, 1515Goodby, Susan, 1515Gooding, Maggie, 32

Goodman, Laird M, 1378Goodwin, Andrew E, 1235Gordon, Edward I, 995Granstrom, David E, 24, 592, 859,

861, 1506Grant, William A, II, 582, 853, 1519Gratson, Michelle, 715Gray, Daniel J, 1490Gray, Lydia F, 994Green, Eleanor M, 302, 304, 449,

1514Green, Mary, 867Greenberg, Marc J, 1121Greenhill, Lisa, 1225Gregoire, Christine, 1352Greller, Andrew, 33Grguric, Michael R, 1247Griffi n, Chris, 314Grondin, Tanya M, 451Guerrero, Jorge, 724Guillou, Renan, 1378Gutierrez Nibeyro, Santiago D,

1121Gyles, Carlton L, 726

Habtemariam, Tsegaye, 1226Hackett, Eileen, 35Hale, Anne S, 995Hall, Amanda Chea, 718Hall, Christopher, 1505Hall, Derrick D, 443Hall, Kelly, 35Hall, Robert E, 1239Halstead, Steven L, 32, 1238Ham, Kathleen M, 1121Hammer, Gregory S, 719, 1229,

1505Hammond, Tara, 35Hancock, JB, 1360Haney, Siobhan, 35Hanner, Tracy L, 1225, 1247Hannon, David, 313Hannon, Michael R, 1490, 1491Hansbrough, Melanie, 1376Hansen, Robin, 994Hanson, Dirk, 1365Harding, John, 313Harkewicz, Kenneth, 314Harp, James A, 725Harper, Justin S, 1121Harris, Ashley, 313Harris, Don J, 724Harris, Stic, 1118Hart, Kelsey A, 312Hartmann, William, 32Harvey, Colin E, 1239Harvey, Scott, 314Hasenjager, Matt, 32Hassan, Fred, 1001Hatzis, Aristodimos, 451Hauser, Robin, 313Hay, Scott A, 304Hayes, Schantel, 306Hayhow, Christopher S, 1239Hays, Laurel N, 1121Heatly, J Jill, 314Heaton, Hylon, 727Held, Stanley E, 1238Heller, MC, 726Henderson, Cortney E, 1121Hendy, Scott G, 1377Hennig, Geoff, 1378Henry, Steven C, 1109Heyer, Vergil A, 987Hicks, David, 1378Hietala, Sharon, 32Hildebrand, Miles A, 305, 1235Hildebrandt, Paul, 450

Hill, Lawrence, 313Hillman, Robert B, 862, 1121, 1245Himsworth, C, 450Hines, Jan C, 1365Hird, David W, 725Hoane, Jessica S, 450Hoang, Christine N, 591Hochstadt, Adrian, 438, 582, 853,

1111, 1515Hodges, Barbara, 713Hoenerhoff, Mark, 306Hoenig, Donald E, 32, 1519Hofacre, Charles, 310Hohenhaus, Ann, 26Holland, Mason, 35Holland, Sam, 863Holmstrom, Lindsey, 726Holowaychuk, Marie, 35Holt, Thomas J, 1514Holzbauer, Stacy, 1522Horvath, Julie A, 995Horwitz, Debra F, 1371Houseman, Doreen, 1111Howard, James, 867Howie, Ann R, 1371Huels, Stanley, 1377Hughes Hanks, J, 450Hukkanen, Renee R, 450Humm, Karen, 35Hunter, Brian, 314Huskey, Amity M, 33Hutchins, Elbert, 586

Ibn-Anwar Aziz, Neel, 450Ilha, M, 450Irwin, Gretta, 986Isaac, Thomas, 1504Ivancic, Marina, 35Ivanek, Ranata, 725

Jackson, Glen W, 995Jacob, ME, 725Jacobi, Susan, 33Jaeger, Robin, 313Janardhan, Kyathanahalli, 450Janssen, Justin, 441Jarboe, Lorraine, 441Javorka, Edward, 440Jee, Junbae, 726Jehn, Carl T, 1121Jenei, Thomas, 1121Jennings, Veronica, 311Johnson, Ann L, 1119Johnson, April, 1121Johnson, Cia, 32Johnson, Deborah L, 1235Johnson, LaRue, 310Johnson, Lynne M, 724Johnson, Matthew D, 1121Johnson, R, 450Johnson, Ralph, 719Johnson, Rodney G, 1119, 1120Johnson, Tom J, 1235Johnston, Jason E, 1511Jones, Althea A, 434Jones, Jacquin, 581Jones, Meredyth L, 720Jones, Randy, 1107, 1108Jones, Yava L, 450Jordan, Carole, 593Jordan, Holly, 451Joy, Candace, 315Joyce, JoLynn, 1121

Kabara, E, 726Kaddatz, Laurel A, 593, 724Kaese, Heather, 33Kagan, Rebecca A, 450

Kahn, Laura H, 1240Kaplan, Bruce, 1240Karlin, W Michael, 1378Kay, Alastair T, 1121Kay, Nancy D, 1247Keating, Lauren, 311Keating, Lauren K, 1235Keffaber, Kerry, 1107, 1108Kehrli, Marcus, 588Keller, Krista, 594Keller, Susan, 1521Kelly, Alan, 1246Kelly, Ashley, 32Kendall, Thomas R, 1235Kennedy-Stoskopf, Suzanne, 1239Kern, Tari, 726, 727Kiefer, Virginia, 1505Kim, Stanley, 34Kim, Won-II, 1121Kindler, Jeffrey B, 723King, Dwight D, 1509King, Larry, 315King, Lonnie J, 1112Kinkler, R Jack, 1235Kinnarney, Joseph H, 719, 1506,

1510Kirkby, Kristin A, 1121Kirkpatrick, John G, 1120Kishbaugh, Kim, 1508Kissling, Robert, 1247Klaphake, Eric, 314Klausner, Jeffrey, 26Knapp, Richard, 1112Knight, Cameron G, 450Knollinger, Amy M, 33Kochevar, Deborah T, 1355Kolb, Glenn M, 311, 1235Koncal, David C, 994Konkle, Darlene M, 1492Korich, Jodi A, 996Kornegay, Larry M, 22, 310, 435,

1361, 1505Kornet, Mitchell E, 1520Korsch, Jana, 33Korslund, John, 588Koshko, Mark, 313Kotlikoff, Michael I, 1355Kowalewich, Natalie (Tasha), 451Koym, Daria S, 591Krahwinkel, Delbert J, 1239Kram, Malcolm A, 994Krehbiel, Janver D, 27, 592, 1506Kriete, Martin F, 581Krugler, Charlotte A, 1113, 1235Krull, Nellie G, 725Krull, Wendell H, 725Ksiazek, Thomas G, 444Kube, Kathy, 314Kuhnt, Leah A, 450Kumlin-Diers, Karma, 1492Kummrow, Maya, 314

La Jeunesse, Carrie, 315Lacher, Elise M, 1103, 1105Lacroix, Charlotte A, 724Lafontaine, Daniel, 310Lafuente, Pilar M, 1121Lago, ALfonso, 313Land, Susan, 310Langston, Vernon, 440Latour, Sylvia, 859Laubert, David, 1505Lautner, Elizabeth A, 1112Lawrence, John C, 986, 1235Leadon, Desmond P, 304Leavitt, Michael, 28Lebbins, Katelynn, 32Lee, G Timothy, 1244

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Legred, Julie, 995Lehenbauer, Terry W, 1238Leininger, Mary Beth, 30Leiser, Lindsey, 726Leitch, Midge, 312Lemme, Charles A, 441, 720Lenz, Tom R, 584Leshem, Steve, 1121Levine, David G, 34Lewis, Kevin, 26Lewis, Robert, 310, 448Lies, Katy, 864Lillie, Brandon NM, 450Lim, Christine, 33Lin, TY, 450Lin, YP, 726Linares, Jose, 311Lineberger, Jayce A, 1121Lipowitz, Alan J, 35Lisciandro, Gregory, 35Lister, Stephanie, 34, 1121Little, Amy A, 1121Little, Susan E, 1114Littlefi eld, Martha A, 994Liu, DAvid X, 450Lloyd, Eugene, 1354Lloyd, James, 726Lloyd, Kent, 26Lloyd, Linda, 1354Lo, Winnie, 35Locklar, Linda, 867Logan, James R, 1238Long, Kathryn, 35Loomis, Michael R, 313Looney, Charles, 1377Lorenz, Michael, 866Lowenstine, Linda J, 313Loynachan, Alan T, 450Luber, George, 300Lucas, Anthony N, 1002Luff, Jennifer, 450Luke, Gina, 854, 991, 1512Lumb, Willima V, 34Lutschaunig, Mark T, 310, 438,

1510Lux, Mark, 867Lyman, Douglas E, 450

MacDonald, John M, 1239Macpherson, Margo, 302Mader, Douglas R, 724Madson, DM, 726Magee, Danny L, 1235Magnotta, Melissa, 594Maher, Omar, 1121Mahoney, John H, 1238Mahr, Roger K, 299, 309, 1112,

1114Maibach, Edwarad, 307Maldonado, Veronica M, 1235Maloy, Stanley, 1112Mangan, Brendan, 33Maratea, K, 450Marks, Natalie L, 994Marocchino, Kathryn D, 998Marsden, Melanie A, 435Marsh, Bret D, 433, 1100, 1366Marshall, David, 32Marsman, Daniel, 311Martin, C, 450Martinson, Shannon, 450Mason, Scott T, 1113Mathews, Kenneth, 986Matyjaszek, Sarah A, 1121Matysczak, Jennifer, 311Maxie, Grant, 32Maxwell, Wilburn M, 1121McCallum, Patrick, 33

McCarroll, David, 26McCleese, J, 450McClure, Kent D, 858, 1235McCrystle, David L, 22, 310, 715,

860, 1100, 1228McDaniel, Ron, 305McDermott, Travis D, 1235, 1510McElhinny, Maureen A, 580McGill, Lawrence D, 593, 1364McGinn, Thomas J, 852McInnis, Doug, 1377McKenna, Shawn, 313McLaughlin, James W, 1246McLean, Nancy J, 33McMullen, Richard, 33McPhail, Tobie, 30McShane, H Keven, 994Meehan, Thomas, 314Meeker, David, 32, 1518Meeking, Susan, 35Meier, William A, 450Mendelson, Joseph R, 1000Meng, XJ, 1121Merrills, Jane-Anne, 313Messenger, George, 313Messer, Nathaniel T, 311, 1235Messick, Joanne, 451Meuten, Donald, 449, 451Miller, Andrew D, 450Miller, David, 311Miller, Lora E, 580Mills, David J, 1238Milovancev, Milan, 1121Mineo, Melanie A, 34Mitchell, Elizabeth, 313Mitchell, Rick, 448Mitsui, Ikki, 450Mittel, Linda, 446Miyahara, Allen Y, 1236Mohamed, Amed, 726Moment, Harry W, 1519Monath, Thomas P, 992, 1112,

1240, 1516Moon-Larson, Martha, 35Moore, Howard R, 1510Moore, Rebecca R, 450Moran, Elizabeth R, 32Moran, James M, Jr, 32Morehouse, Jessica L, 581Morgan, Gretchen, 1376Morgan, Lee W, 867Morgan, Oliver DE, 1121Morris, Sheri, 313Morrow, Carla MK, 442Morrow, Christopher C, 867Morton, Daniel, 450Morton, Ginger, 994Mosier, Derek, 451Mouser, Pamela, 450Moyer, Michael R, 1244Moyer, William A, 302, 304Murakami, Tsuyoshi, 35Murdy, Deidre, 1505Murphy, Frederick A, 1246Murphy, Mike J, 858, 1239Murray, Tom, 865Murtaugh, Robert, 1239Muthupalani, Sureshkumar, 451Myrick, Chris, 1118

Nadella, Murali vp, 451Nadler, Yvonne, 314Nagy, Dusty, 720Nakamura, Reid K, 35Nam, Eeuri, 726Naughton, James, 35Navarre, Christine B, 724, 1235Nave, James E, 27, 307

Nelson, Cheryl F, 591Nelson, Nathan, 35Nelson, Phillip D, 1365Neta, Michal, 451Newman, Michael, 26Nissan, Najdat, 313Nivet, Mac A, 1225Nixon, Bruce, 311Noah, Donald L, 858Northington, Wade A, 1364Norvell, Lawrence, 1371Noyes, Hillary, 1235

O’Brien, Charles, 309O’Brien, Mauria, 35O’Brien, Timothy R, 312O’Connor, Robert J, 1235Obama, Barack Hussein, 1106,

1372Obama, Malia, 1372Obama, Michelle, 1372Obama, Sasha, 1372Ober, Christopher, 35Oliver, Laurinda J, 1121Ollivier, Franck, 34Olmstead, Marvin L, 34Onyskow, Laurie, 32Orbell, Geoff, 451Ortiz-Marty, RJ, 726Ortved, Kula, 34Osbahr, Albert, III, 1112Osburn, Bennie I, 310, 1120,

1354, 1374Osofsky, Steven A, 1112Ostrowski, Stephanie R, 1113Ota-Kuroki, Juri, 34Otte, Vern E, 310, 1510Overman, Neill P, 725Owens, Jane G, 1002

Paccamonti, Dale L, 1239Page, Richard, 35Page, Scott, 1226Paige, Joseph C, 854Palmer, Scott, 302, 856Palyada, Kiran, 451Papich, Mark G, 1002Pappaioanou, Marguerite, 852,

1115, 1116, 1224Pargass, Indira S, 451Parker, Jacquelyn S, 1121Parshley, Dorothy Lisa, 440, 718Pascoe, John R, 859Paster, Erin R, 1121Patterson-Kane, Emily, 439Pazak, Helene E, 995Pearson, Shannon H, 35Pechman, Robert D, 1239, 1241Peddie, James F, 1119, 1235Pennisi, Christy, 1490Pereira, Marcia E, 451Perkins, CHristina, 301Pessier, Allan P, 1000Peterson, Amos K, 581Peterson, Nathan, 35Phillips, Ron, 446Piché, Caroline, 451Pickens, Madeleine, 866Pickens, T Boone, 866Pidgeon, Guy L, 1119Pieracci, Emily, 314Pierdon, Michael S, 1119, 1120Pinard, Jölle, 451Pinner, Kelly, 32Plain, Ronald L, 986Polan, Susan, 1112Pope, Larry, 1108Porat-Mosenco, Yael, 35

Portacci, Katie A, 1235Pot, Simon, 33Pozzi, Antonio, 1378Prasse, Keith W, 1120Prater, Donald A, 859, 1365Price, V Hugh “Chip,” Jr, 715Prichard, JT “Skip,” 867Priest, Heather, 451Prigel, David, 987Pritt, Stacy L, 310, 1235

Quinn, Jo Anna, 1113

Ragan, Valerie E, 1377Raglan-Beckford, Natalie H, 594Ramer, Jan, 314Rankin, Jeanne M, 1238Ratke, Thomas J, 1490Rawson, Chester L, 1238Redalen, Abigail, 1108Reddy, Pandiri AK, 451Reece, C Lynn, 995Reed, Shannon K, 34, 1121Reed, Stephen M, 303Reed, Willie M, 31, 306, 1226Reeder, Deborah B, 303Reese, David, 35Reggeti, Felipe, 451Reicks, Dawrin L, 1376Reilly, Lionel, 440Reimschuessel, Renate, 449Reinbold, James B, 726Reis, J, Jr, 450Reynolds, Donald, 26Reynolds, James, 311, 315Reynolds, Nicole, 1490Reynolds, Scott A, 1238Reynoldson, Jerry, 1373Rhinehart, Ingrid, 1369Rhodes, R Tracy, 1113, 1235, 1364Richards, George E, 1510Richardson, Dean W, 32Richardson, Ralph C, 1239, 1355,

1356Riddell, M Gatz, 18, 589, 724Ridpath, Julia, 864Riggleman, Niki, 995Riggs, David, 30Rippie, Earl H, 724Risius, Abigail J, 1511Roane, John E, Jr, 1117Robb, James, 984Roberge, Ethel, 449Robinson, Roslyn, 1247Robinson, Walter C, 1510Rode, Paula, 726, 727Rodriguez-Palacios, A, 725Roen, David, 314Rogers, Catherine, 35Roosevelt, Theodore, 1507Rose, Rebecca, 1114Rosendal, T, 725Ross, Marianne P, 1364Rothenbuhler, Ryan D, 1121Rowles, Craig J, 1235Royal, Angela B, 451Rubin, Carol H, 1113, 1235Rubio-Martinez, Luis M, 1121Rucker, BA, 304Ruegg, Pamela L, 1517Ruen, Paul D, 1107, 1108Rumschlag, Anthony J, 995, 996Runge, Jeffrey J, 34Rupprecht, Charles, 1357Rush, Bonnie, 302Rushmer, Allen, 1377Russell, Dharma, 450, 1490Russell, Karen, 451

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Russell, Kelli N, 1121Russell, Leon H, 723Ruth, Jeffrey, 313Ryan, Chris, 313

Sabin, Elizabeth A, 26, 27, 1365Safi , Said Gul, 1494Sahin, Orhan, 1121Saint-Erne, Nicholas J, 1235Sampson, Sarah N, 1121Samuels, Joan, 27San Diego, Daniel Andreas, 1375Sanders, John P, 1239Sanuels, Joan M, 592Sarchet, Jeffrey, 313Sargeant, Aaron M, 450, 451Savigny, Michelle, 35Sawyer, Donald, 440Sayles, Susan, 727Scamahorn, John R, 1238Scarfe, A David, 1238Scheidt, Alan B, 1119Schelhaus, Joelle R, 1245, 1513Scherrer, William E, 1121Schmidt, Barbara A, 1511Schmitt, David, 586Schmoling, Gerald R, 310, 1235Schrader, Kurt, 1118Schultz, Ryan, 35Schwabe, Calvin, 1240Schwahn, Denise J, 451Schwartz, Kent J, 1119, 1120Schwarzenegger, Arnold, 582, 853Schweitzer, Brian, 1373Scurrell, Emma, 451Seahorn, Janyce, 1239Sellon, Debra C, 304Senior, David E, 724Serca, Liz, 587Serpell, James, 1371Shames, Lisa R, 851Shanan, Amir, 998Shaw, G, 450Sheahan, Peter, 435Shearer, Tamara S, 998Shelton, Ashley N, 1118Sherman, John, 995Shimek, Robert E, 1377Shiomitsu, Keijiro, 35Shiroma, Jonathon, 35Shook, John C, 31Shope, Richard E, 1240Shore, William J, 867Sides, Keith W, 1378Sigdestad, Dave, 306Sime, Debra M, 1490Simpson, Georgia, 312Simpson, Jim, 312Simpson, R Mark, 307Singh, Baljit, 1235Sladky, Kurt, 441Slenning, Barrett, 299Slinker, Bryan K, 1352Smart, Lisa, 35Smith, Bonnie J, 1002Smith, Brian, 854Smith, Carin A, 1114Smith, Cindy, 711Smith, Craig A, 593

Smith, David R, 1235Smith, Donald F, 1520Smith, Mark M, 724Smith, Meagan, 313Smith, Robert A, 1119Smith, Stephen A, 1235Smith-Akin, Kimberly, 1243Smith-Blackmore, Martha M, 311,

1235Snelson, Harry O, 310, 1235, 1358,

1375Snyder, Joseph, 311, 589Snyder, Laura A, 451Sordillo, Lorraine M, 725Southard, T, 450Southward, Emily S, 35Spaulding, Scott A, 1103, 1105Spears, Jmes, 1377Speltz, Maureen C, 451Spire, Mark, 310Sprigg, Cindy L, 1119Stanclift, Rebecca M, 1121Staples, Todd, 587Starkey, Simon, 313Stayer, Philip A, 1245Steele, James H, 1240, 1241, 1507Steers, Rebecca M, 719, 1505Steffen, David, 31, 32Stepnik, Matthew W, 1121Stewart, Allison, 35Stewart, Garrett, 1510Stich, Bill, 725Stokes, William S, 1112Stricker, Amber, 1376Struberg, Steve M, 867Struve, Rexanne M, 1238Suedmeyer, Kirk, 314Sulima, Kasia, 32Sura, Patricia A, 34Swecker, William S, 1239Sweeney, Corinne R, 859Sweeney, Raymond, 439Sweiger, Shaun H, 1238Swiggum, Ronald D, 591Swoboda, Jamie, 311Syrcle, Jason A, 1121

Tait, John D, 1242, 1243, 1244, 1369

Takashima, Gregg K, 1242, 1244Talcott, Patricia, 314Tapia, David G, 450Tarigo, Jaime, 451Taylor, E, 725Taylor, Robert A, 35Taylor, Sheila L, 867Teeple, Terry, 314Tempero, Larisa, 313Tennent-Brown, Brett, 35Tester, Patricia, 300Thacker, Eileen L, 725Thacker, Herbert Leon, 32Thieman, Kelley, 1378Thomasy, Sara, 33Thompson, Lisa J, 35Thompson, Michelle E, 451Thompson, Robert, 315Thomson, John U, 1107, 1238,

1354

Thornsberry, Max, 991Thornton, Charlene, 1375Thrall, Mary Anna, 449, 451Timmins, Richard P, 998Tokach, Lisa, 311Tollefson, Linda K, 1002Tonozzi, Caroline, 35Topper, Michael J, 593Torgerson, Paul R, 594Torison, Jerry L, 1243Torres, Alfonso, 996Torrison, Jerry, 717Torrison, Jerry L, 1238, 1376Towell, Todd L, 1364Traslavina, R, 450Trayer, Timothy P, 1235, 1238Trimmer, H Theodore, 715Troyer, Heather, 313Turner, Patricia, 311Tyagi, Gaurav, 451Tynes, Valarie V, 1239

Underwood, Wendy, 311Urbasic, Ashlee S, 451Urday, Kelvin, 1369

Valdes-Martinez, Alejandro, 35Valentine, Rachel A, 995Vallat, Bernard, 1246Van Sambeek, Francene S, 1239Van Wettere, Arnaud J, 451Vanderloo, Peter, 863Vannieuwenhoven, Ty J, 1490Vargas, Mitsie, 1247Vasanjee, Sunil C, 1121Vashisht, Kapil, 451Vassiliou, Androulla, 28Velázguez, Nydia M, 1512Villalobos, Alice E, 998Vilsack, Tom, 711, 1513Vince, Kent, 34Vincent, Amy, 588Vitter, Jeffrey S, 449Vogel, Lyle P, 12, 719, 858, 1231,

1235Volk, Jon, 578Von Beusekom, Evan, 1108von Eschenbach, Andrew, 28Voris, Nathan D, 1365Voss, Shauna, 1490Vu, Hiep, 726

Waddell, John T, 400, 1119, 1235Wade, Carol, 309Wagner, Sarah A, 995Wagstrom, Elizabeth A, 1235Waldrop, Alex, 447Walker, Frank E, 995Walker, JB, 725Walker, Timothy, 313Walker, TL, 867Wallace, David, 441Wallig, Matthew, 450Wallingford, Debi, 314, 315Wallis, Sue, 306Wallis, Tyson W, 1121Walters, Michael E, 1511Walton, Emily A, 858Walz, Paul, 864

Wardlaw, Jennifer L, 1121Wardrip, Craig L, 995Warner, David, 1359Warwas, Irene May, 1246Waselau, Martin, 1121Waterhouse, Cheryl, 579Waterman, Scot, 448Wayne, Spencer R, 1376Webb, Alistair, 589Webb, Julie L, 451Webster, Joshua D, 451Wefald, Jon, 11Wells, Raegan, 35Wenrick, Kit, 315Wenzel, John, 862Wereszka, Marta, 1121Werner, Harry W, 302, 304, 1103Wheeler, Randy L, 1491Whipple, Diana, 864Whitaker, Richard, 1377White, Ann, 867White, Darlene, 313White, David M, 1121White, Nathaniel A, II, 302, 304White, Susan, 312White-Shim, Lynne A, 436, 440,

441, 718, 1112, 1114, 1371Whittle, Bruce P, 867Wierenga, Janelle, 35Wilcox, Angela L, 451Wild, Margaret A, 1112Wilkerson, Melinda, 449, 451Wilkes, Rebecca P, 1121Wilkes, Richard D, 1235Williams, Byron, 1377Williams, Clara O, 34Williams, Matthew L, 451Willis, Lisa J, 867Willis, Sandy, 442Willis, Saundra E, 994Willson, C, 450Wilson, Evelyn, 313Wilson, Randolph J, 451Wilt, VM “Mac,” 867Winkel, Andrea, 314Winning, Derine L, 1521Wise, J Karl, 718Witte, Thomas, 1121Wittnich, Carin, 1491Wohl, James S, 1377Woldermariam, Moges W, 451Wolff, Peregrine L, 1113, 1235Wong, David, 35Wood, Fritz, 1369Wood, Mark, 440, 441Worth, Anna E, 1242, 1243, 1244Wu, Ching Ching, 440

Young, Lawrence, 867Youngblood, Brad, 866Yuill, Thomas, 1112

Zabolotzky, Shanon, 451Zacharias, Joshua R, 1121Zedler, Steven T, 1121Zimmerman, Kurt L, 451

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Abbott, William L, 1522Abelson, Randy L, 1522Anderson, Burleigh P, 1002Arburua, John M, 727Atkinson, George W, 868Audin, Janis Huston (Guelzow),

1248Azlin, John L, 193

Bandemer, Herbert L, 594Barbee, James M, 594Bassette, Buell L, 1121Bauman, Vernon R, 1121Bear, George T, 594Beenken, Darrel L, 868Belcher, Alan H, 193Bleichner, Kenneth C, 451Blum, Clayton I, 35Bogue, Robert E, 35Bonavera, Juan J, 595Bowman, William J, 868Bradley, Richard E, Sr, 35Brinker, Wade O, 36Brown, David L, Jr, 316Brown, James E, 1121Brown, James T, 316Buist, Jean M, 193Burritt, Kenneth R, 316Butler, Lucius N, 727Butson, Wallace J, 1122

Carter, William C, 317Cartwright, Claudia I, 36Carver, Hubert E, 193Cator, Robert L, 1522Clark, Lawrence G, 317Colquitt, Charles W, 451Cooper, Richard E, 595Corley, Howard L, 1002Crank, David A, 595Crispell, Thomas J, 1002

Daly, Erik M, 451Dedrick, Warren J, 1379Del Favero, John E, 36Detweiler, David K, 1250Didion, Paul A, 1122Diesen, Michael E, 317Docton, Frank L, 1250Doolittle, Harriett, 868Dougherty, Richard F, 868

Downing, James R, 1379Duey, Fernley W, 317

Endres, Fred E, 317Engelbrecht, Harlen J, 452

Faulkenberry, Tim G, 1122Finkbeiner, Wayne L, 1250Forrester, Marlys E, 36Foss, James O, 1002Foster, Henry L, 317Franko, George A, 1122Franzmann, Albert W, 868Friend, Jonathan D, 868Fynskov, Paul H, 1122

Glenn, Calvin D, 1379Gray, Harry L, 595Greenlee, Homer H, 595Gross, Dean R, 318Gurneau, Charles J, 193

Hablinski, Brian J, 452Haines, Joseph M, 193Hall, William C, 318Haller, Christian J, 727Harris, Robert E, 1003Henderson, James A, 452Hildebrand, Douglas D, 728Hoffmeyer, Thompson P, 452Hudelson, John F, 1250Hunt, P Saint George, 869

Iben, June D, 869Ickes, Millard W, 194Iman, William E, Jr, 452

Johns, Howard L, 194Jones, Charles R, 728Jones, Timothy L, 869Jordan, Milton T, 869

Kaminis, Clinton N, 728Kaplan, William, 452Keck, Walter C, 1122Keirn, Donna M, 452Kemp, Harry L, 1122Kennedy, Richard W, 1122King, Harold C, 728Kleman, Paul J, 1522Knirk, Harold W, 595

Kuhn, US Grant, 452

Labold, Jack J, 728Lange, Cecil W, 453Larson, Raymond E, 1003Lawrence, William C, 1251Legler, Robert J, 194Lindsay, Earl E, 1251Lippincott, Charles L, 869Lovell, James E, 194Lum, Calvin WS, 870

Mackey, Walter J, 318Magrane, Harry J, Jr, 315Martin, Frederick S, 453Massey, James L, 595Maxwell, Stephen P, 318McCrory, Harvey F, 728McDonald, Leslie E, 1523McDonald, Robert A, 1379McElyea, Jack H, 1122Medernach, Ramon W, 318Melton, John F, 318Miller, Graham M, 870Millis, George A, 728Minnick, Hal D, 728Molesworth, John R, 1251Moore, Charles E, 728Morrison, Spencer H, 1003Mortenson, Clark, 1003

Nelson, Laurnie W, 453Neutzling, Nicholas J, 729Nordyke, Lester D, 1123Norris, Hugh B, 870Nutter, Robert M, 1123

O’Connell, James P, 1251Ohnemus, Tom F, 1251

Page, Benjamin R, Jr, 453Page, Charles L, 1379Pallaoro, John A, 1523Peeples, Joe G, 595Philpot, Jeffrey A, 729Pierozak, Barbara J, 194Piotrowski, James R, 596Polak, Marvin P, 36Pope, Eugene J, 1003Pruyn, Earl M, 318Pyles, Robert L, 596

Reid, Charles F, 1379Renner, Amy C, 36Reppert, Ray F, 596Roberts, William D, 1380Robinson, Joyce M, 1003Rodman, William K, 729Rogers, Hugh A, 1380Rogers, John J, 1003Rolofson, Robert G, 1003Rooney, James R, 318Russell, Kenneth D, 319

Saunders, Leon Z, 1523Sayers, Allen C, 1380Schank, Douglas P, 194Schmucker, Bruce, 194Schwartz, Leon G, 319Sikes, James H, 1123Smith, Robin M, 870Splitter, Earl J, 1251Stabler, William L, 1003

Taft, Raol J, 36Thompson, Orville C, 1380Thorpe, Charles S, 1251Tibbitts, Dale A, 596

Upton, Barbara J, 1123

Van Norman, Troy, 1523

Walacavage, Yvonne T, 729Walker, Richard L, 596Wallace, Hugh M, 729Wallace, Leighton E, 1123Ward, Drue S, 596Watson, Barrie D, 453Weil, Wendy A, 319Welch, James L, 453Wenger, J Bruce, 1123Winegarden, Richard L, 319Wittig, John D, 870Woerpel, Richad W, 729Woodcock, John M, 453Wright, John J, 1003

Yerse, William L, 1380

Zaidlicz, Ronald S, 319Zollman, Paul E, 194

Obituaries

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Index to Subjects

AAbdomenMajor abdominal evisceration injuries in dogs and cats: 12 cases (1998–

2008) [SB Gower et al], 1566

AbomasopexyEffect of surgical correction of left displaced abomasum by means of

omentopexy via right fl ank laparotomy o two-step laparoscopy-guided abomasopexy on postoperative abomasal emptying rate in lactating diary cows [T Wittek et al], 652

AbomasumEffect of surgical correction of left displaced abomasum by means of

omentopexy via right fl ank laparotomy o two-step laparoscopy-guided abomasopexy on postoperative abomasal emptying rate in lactating diary cows [T Wittek et al], 652

About the CoverNick Nack Paddy Wack..., by Catherine Anderson, 3National Pet Week Poster: Pets–the Spice of Life, by Wess Vandenbark,

171Bruce Undercover, by Stefanie Lieberman, 291Effects of Gravity, by Derrick Higgins, 427Three Little Pigs, by Marv Espe, 571Milking Time, by Jean Weiner, 705Yellow Lab on Porch, by Barrie Barnett, 843Janis H Audin, by R Scott Nolen, 979Sheltered, by Robert Duncan, 1091Pasture Pals, by Laura Talbot, 1219Cat Dreaming, by Jacqueline M Cohen, 1347Oliver, by John Ahee, 1481

AbscessesEffectiveness and safety of cefovecin sodium, an extended-spectrum

injectable cephalosporin, in the treatment of cats with abscesses and infected wounds [R Six et al], 81

AbuseThe veterinarian’s responsibility to recognize and report animal abuse [BL

Yoffe-Sharp et al], 732

ACCLAIM SystemIndications and contraindications for the use of orally administered joint

health products in dogs and cats [SL Oke], 1393

ACTHBaseline plasma cortisol and ACTH concentrations and response to low-

dose ACTH stimulation testing in ill foals [DM Wong et al], 126

AdenomaFibrous urethral stricture and fractured os penis in a dog [JB Erne et al],

201Excessive production of sex hormones in a cat with an adrenocortical

tumor [RP Millard et al], 505Colonic adenoma in a dog [SE Davies et al], 603

Adrenal GlandsBaseline plasma cortisol and ACTH concentrations and response to low-

dose ACTH stimulation testing in ill foals [DM Wong et al], 126Excessive production of sex hormones in a cat with an adrenocortical

tumor [RP Millard et al], 505

AgeErythrocyte glutathione and plasma cysteine concentrations in young

versus old dogs [KL Moyer et al], 95

AllelesEvaluation of allele frequencies of inherited disease genes in subgroups

of American Quarter Horses [RC Tryon et al], 120

AlpacasPrevalence of bovine viral diarrhea virus infections in alpacas in the

United States [CL Topliff et al], 519Humoral response to an equine encephalitis vaccine in healthy alpacas

[D Bedenice et al], 530

Alternative & Complementary TherapeuticsComposition, disintegrative properties, and labeling compliance of

commercially available taurine and carnitine dietary products [RR Bragg et al], 209

Indications and contraindications for the use of orally administered joint health products in dogs and cats [SL Oke], 1393

American Journal of Veterinary Research (AJVR)Audin proclaimed editor-in-chief emeritus, 977

American Journal of Veterinary Research (AJVR) Table of Contents, 2009;70:

254, 536, 707, 1060, 1314, 1586

American Quarter HorsesEvaluation of allele frequencies of inherited disease genes in subgroups

of American Quarter Horses [RC Tryon et al], 120

AnalgesiaEffects of adjunct electroacupuncture on severity of postoperative pain in

dogs undergoing hemilaminectomy because of acute thoracolumbar intervertebral disk disease [A Laim et al]1141

Analytic & Diagnostic TechniquesEvaluation of noninvasive oscillometric blood pressure monitoring in

anesthetized boid snakes [SK Chinnadurai et al], 625Use of kinetic gait analysis for detection, quantifi cation, and differentiation

of hind limb lameness and spinal ataxia in horses [A Ishihara et al], 644Development of a syndromic surveillance system for detection of disease

among livestock entering an auction market [DC Van Metre et al], 658Outcome of performance-based removal and replacement decisions in

commercial swine herds [SC Rutten-Ramos et al], 665Evaluation of serum cardiac troponin I concentration in dogs with renal

failure [LC Sharkey et al], 767Evaluation of prepartum serum cholesterol and fatty acids concentrations

as predictors of postpartum retention of the placenta in dairy cows [GF Quiroz-Rocha et al], 790

Prognostic indicators for nonambulatory cattle treated by use of a fl otation tank system in a referral hospital: 51 cases (1997–2008) [AJ Burton et al], 1177

Hemorrhagic effusion in a female bearded dragon [CR Sweet et al], 1259

Anaplasma sppAnaplasma phagocytophilum infection in dogs: 34 cases (2000–2007) [JL

Granick et al], 1559

AndrostenedioneExcessive production of sex hormones in a cat with an adrenocortical

tumor [RP Millard et al], 505

AnesthesiaSubcutaneous emphysema following anesthesia in a cat [MD Bauer et

al], 1539

Anesthesia Case of the MonthIntraoperative hyperkalemia caused by tumor lysis [AS Chohan et al], 746Expiratory obstruction in a dog caused by a blocked fi lter in an anesthetic

machine [E McNally], 1267Subcutaneous emphysema following anesthesia in a cat [MD Bauer et

al], 1539

AnesthesiologyEffects of propofol administered via the supra vertebral sinus in red-eared

sliders [MS Ziolo et al], 390Intraoperative hyperkalemia caused by tumor lysis [AS Chohan et al], 746An endoscopic method for identifying sex of hatchling Chinese box turtles

and comparison of general versus local anesthesia for coelioscopy [SJ Hernandez-Divers et al], 800

Expiratory obstruction in a dog caused by a blocked fi lter in an anesthetic machine [E McNally], 1267

AneurysmHemorrhagic effusion in a female bearded dragon [CR Sweet et al], 1259

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AngiomatosisInvasive cutaneous angiomatosis and thrombocytopenia in a cat [JC

Bulman-Fleming et al], 381

Animal-Assisted InterventionIncidence of acquisition of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus,

Clostridium diffi cile, and other health-care-associated pathogens by dogs that participate in animal-assisted interventions [SL Lefebvre et al], 1404

Animal Behavior Case of the MonthPhobia associated with people and novel situations in a dog [J Berger],

332

Animal WelfareThe veterinarian’s responsibility to recognize and report animal abuse [BL

Yoffe-Sharp et al], 732

AntibodiesPrevalence of and risk factors for serum antibodies against Leptospira

serovars in US veterinarians [EA Spotts Whitney et al], 938

AnticonvulsantsClinical signs, risk factors, and outcomes associated with bromide

toxicosis (bromism) in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy [JH Rossmeisl, Jr], 1425

AntimicrobialsEffectiveness and safety of cefovecin sodium, an extended-spectrum

injectable cephalosporin, in the treatment of cats with abscesses and infected wounds [R Six et al], 81

Elimination kinetics of tilmicosin following intramammary administration in lactating dairy cattle [GW Smith et al], 245

Comparison of three treatment regimens for sheep and goats with caseous lymphadenitis [KE Washburn et al], 1162

Relationship between results of in vitro susceptibility tests and outcomes following treatment with pirlimycin hydrochloride in cows with subclinical mastitis associated with gram-positive pathogens [D Apparao et al], 1437

AntioxidantsErythrocyte glutathione and plasma cysteine concentrations in young

versus old dogs [KL Moyer et al], 95

AortaHemorrhagic effusion in a female bearded dragon [CR Sweet et al], 1259

Applications for Membership134, 256, 394, 539, 675, 808, 946, 1063, 1183, 1317, 1448, 1588

Arachnoid CystSpinal arachnoid cyst in a dog with tetraparesis and hypermetria [KD

Foss et al], 1009

ArrhythmiasAtrial fl utter in a dog with patent ductus arteriosus [DB Leeder et al], 879

Assistance AnimalsIncidence of acquisition of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus,

Clostridium diffi cile, and other health-care-associated pathogens by dogs that participate in animal-assisted interventions [SL Lefebvre et al], 1404

AtaxiaUse of kinetic gait analysis for detection, quantifi cation, and differentiation

of hind limb lameness and spinal ataxia in horses [A Ishihara et al], 644

AtherosclerosisChronic cor pulmonale secondary to pulmonary atherosclerosis in an

African Grey parrot [CD Sedacca et al], 1055

Atrial FlutterAtrial fl utter in a dog with patent ductus arteriosus [DB Leeder et al], 879

AuctionsDevelopment of a syndromic surveillance system for detection of disease

among livestock entering an auction market [DC Van Metre et al], 658

AVMA Publications DivisionAudin proclaimed editor-in-chief emeritus, 977

BBaboonsPyogranulomatous dermatitis in a baboon [NM Gades et al], 1535

BacteriaMethods and microbial risks associated with composting of animal

carcasses in the United States [ACB Berge et al], 47Association of periodontal disease, oral procedures, and other clinical fi ndings with bacterial endocarditis in dogs [GD Peddle et al], 100

Epidemiologic analysis of nosocomial Salmonella infections in hospitalized horses [AB Ekiri et al], 108

Leptospirosis [MA Guerra], 472Probiotics in veterinary practice [SG Wynn], 606Nocardia arthritidis infection in the distal metaphysis of the metatarsal III

and IV bone of a heifer [C Koch et al], 669Comparison of clinical, microbiologic, and clinicopathologic fi ndings in

horses positive and negative for Clostridium diffi cile infection [R Ruby et al], 777

Evaluation of mucosal and seborrheic sites for staphylococci in two populations of captive psittacines [JA Briscoe et al], 901

Primary bacterial peritonitis in dogs and cats: 24 cases (1990–2006) [WTN Culp et al], 906

Prevalence of and risk factors for serum antibodies against Leptospira serovars in US veterinarians [EA Spotts Whitney et al], 938

Comparison of three treatment regimens for sheep and goats with caseous lymphadenitis [KE Washburn et al], 1162

Effi cacy of feeding plasma-derived commercial colostrum replacer for the prevention of transmission of Mycobacterium avium subsp paratuberculosis in Holstein calves [P Pithua et al], 1167

Incidence of acquisition of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium diffi cile, and other health-care-associated pathogens by dogs that participate in animal-assisted interventions [SL Lefebvre et al], 1404

Relationship between results of in vitro susceptibility tests and outcomes following treatment with pirlimycin hydrochloride in cows with subclinical mastitis associated with gram-positive pathogens [D Apparao et al], 1437

Anaplasma phagocytophilum infection in dogs: 34 cases (2000–2007) [JL Granick et al], 1559

Fecal shedding of Salmonella spp among cattle admitted to a veterinary medical teaching hospital [KJ Cummings et al], 1578

BalloonUse of a balloon-expendable metallic stent to relieve malignant urethral

obstruction in a cat [RG Newman et al], 236

BehaviorPhobia associated with people and novel situations in a dog [J Berger], 332

BenazeprilA randomized controlled clinical trial of the use of benazepril and heparin

for the treatment of chronic kidney disease in dogs [J Tenhundfeld et al], 1031

BiosecurityAssessment of laboratory and biosafety practices associated with

bacterial culture in veterinary clinics [JS Weese et al], 352

BirdsMandibular and quadrate bone fractures in a parrot [CC Ashe et al], 455Evaluation of mucosal and seborrheic sites for staphylococci in two

populations of captive psittacines [JA Briscoe et al], 901Chronic cor pulmonale secondary to pulmonary atherosclerosis in an

African Grey parrot [CD Sedacca et al], 1055

BitesAnimal bites [G Patronek et al], 336

Blood PressureEvaluation of noninvasive oscillometric blood pressure monitoring in

anesthetized boid snakes [SK Chinnadurai et al], 625

Book Reviews: For Your Client’s LibraryThe Merck/Merial Manual for Pet Health (Home edition), by Cynthia M

Kahn & Scott Line [KV Osterday], 762

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Book Reviews: For Your LibraryAnatomy & Physiology of Domestic Animals, by R Michael Akers & D

Michael Denbow [JE Breazile], 758Avian Infl uenza, by David E Swayne [TS Cummings], 758Comparative Reproductive Biology, by Heide Schatten & Gheorghe M

Constantinescu [WB Ley], 758Manual of Skin Diseases of the Dog and Cat (2nd edition), by Sue

Paterson [T Tapp], 759Ophthalmology for the Veterinary Practitioner (2nd, revised, and

expanded edition), by Frans C Stades, Milton Wyman, Michael H Boevé, Willy Neumann, & Bernhard Spiess [SJ Dugan], 759

Essential Facts of Blood Pressure in Dogs and Cats: A Reference Guide (2nd edition), by Beate Egner, Anthony Carr, & Scott Brown [J MacGregor], 760

Handbook of Veterinary Pharmacology, by Walter H Hsu [R Gehring], 760Veterinary Medicines in the Environment, by Mark Crane, Alistair NA

Boxall, & Katie Barrett [EM Bailey, Jr], 760The Animal Research War, by P Michael Conn & James V Parker [KR

Boschert], 761Assessing the Human-Animal Bond: A Compendium of Actual Measures

(New Directions in the Human-Animal Bond Series), by David C Anderson [R Ruch-Gallie], 761

Sheep Flock Health: A Planned Approach, by Neil Sargison [LD Holler], 761

Companion Animals: Their Biology, Care, Health, and Management (2nd edition), by Karen L Campbell & John R Campbell [NH Ing], 762

Clinical Radiology of the Horse (3rd edition), by Janet A Butler, Christopher M Colles, Sue J Dyson, Svend E Kold, & Paul W Poulos [DM Beard], 1543

Equine Reproductive Physiology, Breeding, and Stud Management, by Mina CCG Davies Morel [JD Dascanio], 1543

Technical Large Animal Emergency Rescue, by Rebecca Gimenez, Tomas Gimenez, & Kimberly A May [L Fielding], 1543

Decision Making in Small Animal Oncology, by David J Argyle, Malcolm J Brearly, & Michelle M Turek [JL Fidel], 1544

The Equine Hospital Manual, by Kevin Corley & Jennifer Stephen [T Balaam-Morgan], 1544

Maddie’s® Infection Control Manual for Animal Shelters: For Veterinary Personnel, by Christine A Petersen, Glenda Dvorak, & Anna Rovid Spickler [T Balaam-Morgan], 1544

BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Thoracic Imaging, by Tobias Schwarz & Victoria Johnson [VM Sadler], 1545

Clinical Radiology of Exotic Companion Mammals, by Vittorio Capello & Angela M Lennox [F Morandi], 1545

Veterinary Hematology: Atlas of Common Domestic and Non-Domestic Species (2nd edition), by William J Reagan, Armando R Irizzary Rovira, & Dennis B DeNicola [KR Friedrichs], 1545

Parasitic Diseases of Wild Birds, by Carter T Atkinson, Nancy J Thomas, & D Bruce Hunter [MJ Souza], 1546

Principles & Applications of Domestic Animal Behavior, by Edward O Price [VV Tynes], 1546

Mastering Scientifi c Writing: Secrets for Success in the Agricultural, Biological, and Health Sciences with Hints for Writers in All Fields, by Robert F Kahrs [L Hardin], 1547

Safety of Dietary Supplements for Horses, Dogs, and Cats (Animal Nutrition Series), by the Committee on Examining the Safety of Dietary Supplements for Horses, Dogs, and Cats [AS Hill], 1547

Understanding Animal Welfare: The Science in its Cultural Context, by David Fraser [DM Moore], 1547

Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE)Bovine spongiform encephalopathy [JL Harman et al], 59

Bovine Viral Diarrhea Virus (BVDV)Prevalence of bovine viral diarrhea virus infections in alpacas in the

United States [CL Topliff et al], 519

Brachial PlexusElectrophysiologic evidence of polyneuropathy in a cat with signs of

bilateral brachial plexus neuropathy [PM Freeman et al], 240

BromideClinical signs, risk factors, and outcomes associated with bromide

toxicosis (bromism) in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy [JH Rossmeisl, Jr], 1425

BronchitisRadiographic abnormalities in cats with feline bronchial disease and intra-

and inter-observer variability in radiographic interpretation: 40 cases (1999–2006) [J Gadbois et al], 367

BursaOutcomes of podotrochlear (navicular) bursa injections for signs of foot

pain in horses evaluated via magnetic resonance imaging: 23 cases [CD Bell et al], 920

CCalculiComposition and characteristics of urinary calculi from guinea pigs [MG

Hawkins et al], 214

CamelidsPrevalence of bovine viral diarrhea virus infections in alpacas in the

United States [CL Topliff et al], 519Humoral response to an equine encephalitis vaccine in healthy alpacas

[D Bedenice et al], 530

Candida sppSevere, diffuse supperative dermatitis in a llama [CG Lamm et al], 1013

CapnogramExpiratory obstruction in a dog caused by a blocked fi lter in an anesthetic

machine [E McNally], 1267

CarcassesMethods and microbial risks associated with composting of animal

carcasses in the United States [ACB Berge et al], 47

CardiomyopathyPrevalence of cardiomyopathy in apparently healthy cats [CF Paige et al],

1398

Cardiovascular SystemAssociation of periodontal disease, oral procedures, and other clinical fi ndings with bacterial endocarditis in dogs [GD Peddle et al], 100

Association of mesenteric portovenographic fi ndings with outcome in cats receiving surgical treatment for single congenital portosystemic shunts [VJ Lipscomb et al], 221

Invasive cutaneous angiomatosis and thrombocytopenia in a cat [JC Bulman-Fleming et al], 381

Evaluation of the risk of endocarditis and other cardiovascular events on the basis of the severity of periodontal disease in dogs [LT Glickman et al], 486

Evaluation of noninvasive oscillometric blood pressure monitoring in anesthetized boid snakes [SK Chinnadurai et al], 625

Cardiogenic edema caused by congenital defects in a calf [JR Middleton et al], 739

Evaluation of serum cardiac troponin I concentration in dogs with renal failure [LC Sharkey et al], 767

Atrial fl utter in a dog with patent ductus arteriosus [DB Leeder et al], 879Chronic cor pulmonale secondary to pulmonary atherosclerosis in an

African Grey parrot [CD Sedacca et al], 1055Hemorrhagic effusion in a female bearded dragon [CR Sweet et al], 1259Prevalence of cardiomyopathy in apparently healthy cats [CF Paige et al],

1398

CarnitineComposition, disintegrative properties, and labeling compliance of

commercially available taurine and carnitine dietary products [RR Bragg et al], 209

CattleEffect of surgical correction of left displaced abomasum by means of

omentopexy via right fl ank laparotomy o two-step laparoscopy-guided abomasopexy on postoperative abomasal emptying rate in lactating diary cows [T Wittek et al], 652

CefovecinEffectiveness and safety of cefovecin sodium, an extended-spectrum

injectable cephalosporin, in the treatment of cats with abscesses and infected wounds [R Six et al], 81

CephalosporinEffectiveness and safety of cefovecin sodium, an extended-spectrum

injectable cephalosporin, in the treatment of cats with abscesses and infected wounds [R Six et al], 81

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CholesterolEvaluation of prepartum serum cholesterol and fatty acids concentrations

as predictors of postpartum retention of the placenta in dairy cows [GF Quiroz-Rocha et al], 790

Classifi ed Advertisements138, 261, 399, 543, 677, 811, 949, 1065, 1187, 1319, 1451, 1593

Clinical PathologyClinical, ultrasonographic, and laboratory fi ndings associated with

gallbladder disease and rupture in dogs: 45 cases (1997–2007) [LJ Crews et al], 359

Invasive cutaneous angiomatosis and thrombocytopenia in a cat [JC Bulman-Fleming et al], 381

Comparison of clinical, microbiologic, and clinicopathologic fi ndings in horses positive and negative for Clostridium diffi cile infection [R Ruby et al], 777

Characterization of hypertriglyceridemia and response to treatment with insulin in horses, ponies, and donkeys: 44 cases [1995–2005) [LH Waitt et al], 915

Effi cacy of oral rehydration therapy solutions containing sodium bicarbonate or sodium acetate for treatment of calves with naturally acquired diarrhea, moderate dehydration, and strong ion acidosis [I Sen et al], 926

Clostridium sppComparison of clinical, microbiologic, and clinicopathologic fi ndings in

horses positive and negative for Clostridium diffi cile infection [R Ruby et al], 777

Incidence of acquisition of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus, Clostridium diffi cile, and other health-care-associated pathogens by dogs that participate in animal-assisted interventions [SL Lefebvre et al], 1404

CoelioscopyAn endoscopic method for identifying sex of hatchling Chinese box turtles

and comparison of general versus local anesthesia for coelioscopy [SJ Hernandez-Divers et al], 800

ColonFibrous urethral stricture and fractured os penis in a dog [JB Erne et al],

201Colonic adenoma in a dog [SE Davies et al], 603

ColostrumEffi cacy of feeding plasma-derived commercial colostrum replacer

for the prevention of transmission of Mycobacterium avium subsp paratuberculosis in Holstein calves [P Pithua et al], 1167

CommentaryThe veterinarian’s responsibility to recognize and report animal abuse [BL

Yoffe-Sharp et al], 732One Health continuing medical education: an avenue for advancing

interdisciplinary communication on One Health issues [MC Gates], 1389One Medicine, One Pathology, and the One Health concept [JP Sundberg

et al], 1530

Companion AnimalsEvaluation of owner attachment to dogs on the basis of whether owners

are legally considered guardians of their pets [TD Helms et al], 896Prevalence and nature of cost discussions during clinical appointments in

companion animal practice [JB Coe et al], 1418

CompostingMethods and microbial risks associated with composting of animal

carcasses in the United States [ACB Berge et al], 47

Computed TomographyMandibular and quadrate bone fractures in a parrot [CC Ashe et al], 455Use of computed tomography to diagnose new bone formation

associated with desmitis of the proximal aspect of the suspensory ligament in third metacarpal or third metatarsal bones of three horses [MT Launois et al], 514

Paraprostatic cysts in a dog [GR Ragetly et al], 1127

ContrastReview of clinical characteristics and applications of contrast-enhanced

ultrasonography in dogs [H Haers et al], 460

Coronoid ProcessAccuracy of ultrasonography in detecting fragmentation of the medial

coronoid process in dogs [D Seyrek-Intas et al], 480

Cor PulmonaleChronic cor pulmonale secondary to pulmonary atherosclerosis in an

African Grey parrot [CD Sedacca et al], 1055

CortisolBaseline plasma cortisol and ACTH concentrations and response to low-

dose ACTH stimulation testing in ill foals [DM Wong et al], 126

Corynebacterium sppComparison of three treatment regimens for sheep and goats with

caseous lymphadenitis [KE Washburn et al], 1162

CostsPrevalence and nature of cost discussions during clinical appointments in

companion animal practice [JB Coe et al], 1418

Cranial Cruciate LigamentComplications associated with lateral fabellotibial suture surgery for

cranial cruciate ligament injury in dogs: 363 cases (1997–2005) [SA Casale et al], 229

CraniumUse of an endoscope in minimally invasive lesion biopsy and removal

within the skull and cranial vault in two dogs and one cat [LS Klopp et al], 1573

Cryptococcus sppSuccessful treatment of a sinonasal cryptococcal granuloma in a horse

[VC Cruz et al], 509

CullingOutcome of performance-based removal and replacement decisions in

commercial swine herds [SC Rutten-Ramos et al], 665

CysteineErythrocyte glutathione and plasma cysteine concentrations in young

versus old dogs [KL Moyer et al], 95

CystotomyComparison of laser lithotripsy and cystotomy for the management of

dogs with urolithiasis [JM Bevan et al]1286

CystsParaprostatic cysts in a dog [GR Ragetly et al], 1127

DDairy CattleElimination kinetics of tilmicosin following intramammary administration in

lactating dairy cattle [GW Smith et al], 245Effect of surgical correction of left displaced abomasum by means of

omentopexy via right fl ank laparotomy o two-step laparoscopy-guided abomasopexy on postoperative abomasal emptying rate in lactating diary cows [T Wittek et al], 652

Surgical fi ndings and outcome for dairy cattle with jejunal hemorrhage syndrome: 31 cases (2000–2007) [SF Peek et al], 1308

DemographicsPopulation characteristics and neuter status of cats living in households

in the United States [K Chu et al], 1023

DermatitisSevere, diffuse supperative dermatitis in a llama [CG Lamm et al], 1013Pyogranulomatous dermatitis in a baboon [NM Gades et al], 1535

DesmitisUse of computed tomography to diagnose new bone formation

associated with desmitis of the proximal aspect of the suspensory ligament in third metacarpal or third metatarsal bones of three horses [MT Launois et al], 514

DiarrheaComparison of clinical, microbiologic, and clinicopathologic fi ndings in

horses positive and negative for Clostridium diffi cile infection [R Ruby et al], 777

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DietComposition, disintegrative properties, and labeling compliance of

commercially available taurine and carnitine dietary products [RR Bragg et al], 209

Comparison of the guaranteed analysis with the measured nutrient composition of commercial pet foods [RC Hill et al], 347

Diffuse osteopenia and myelopathy in a puppy fed a diet composed of an organic premix and raw ground beef [MB Taylor et al], 1041

Indications and contraindications for the use of orally administered joint health products in dogs and cats [SL Oke], 1393

Digestive SystemAssociation of periodontal disease, oral procedures, and other clinical fi ndings with bacterial endocarditis in dogs [GD Peddle et al], 100

Fibrous urethral stricture and fractured os penis in a dog [JB Erne et al], 201

Clinical, ultrasonographic, and laboratory fi ndings associated with gallbladder disease and rupture in dogs: 45 cases (1997–2007) [LJ Crews et al], 359

Colonic adenoma in a dog [SE Davies et al], 603Probiotics in veterinary practice [SG Wynn], 606Prevalence of intestinal nematode parasitism among pet dogs in the

United States (2003–2006) [AS Mohamed et al], 631Effect of surgical correction of left displaced abomasum by means of

omentopexy via right fl ank laparotomy o two-step laparoscopy-guided abomasopexy on postoperative abomasal emptying rate in lactating diary cows [T Wittek et al], 652

Signalment, history, and outcome of cats with gastrointestinal tract intussusception: 20 cases (1986–2000) [JM Burkitt et al], 771

Use of contrast radiography for diagnosis of a colonic stricture in a turtle [P Raiti], 877

Primary bacterial peritonitis in dogs and cats: 24 cases (1990–2006) [WTN Culp et al], 906

Use of a chain ecraseur for excision of a pharyngeal granuloma in a cow [MJ Boileau et al], 935

Gastric histopathologic abnormalities in dogs: 67 cases (2002–2007) [JA Lidbury et al], 1147

Digital RadiographyComparison of conventional and digital measurements of tibial plateau

angle in dogs [D Serwa et al], 622

DNADevelopment and use of DNA archives at veterinary teaching hospitals to

investigate the genetic basis of disease in dogs [MGP Castelhano et al], 75

Downer CowsPrognostic indicators for nonambulatory cattle treated by use of a fl otation

tank system in a referral hospital: 51 cases (1997–2008) [AJ Burton et al], 1177

DragonsHemorrhagic effusion in a female bearded dragon [CR Sweet et al], 1259

Drug CompoundingEffects of compounding and storage on stability of pergolide mesylate [JL

Davis et al], 385

DystociaSchistosomus refl uxus causing dystocia in a mare [LL Occhipinti et al],

751

EEastern Equine EncephalitisHumoral response to an equine encephalitis vaccine in healthy alpacas

[D Bedenice et al], 530

Ebola VirusFilovirus infections [KL Warfi eld et al], 1130

ECG of the MonthAtrial fl utter in a dog with patent ductus arteriosus [DB Leeder et al], 879

EconomicsPrevalence and nature of cost discussions during clinical appointments in

companion animal practice [JB Coe et al], 1418

EcraseurUse of a chain ecraseur for excision of a pharyngeal granuloma in a cow

[MJ Boileau et al], 935

EdemaCardiogenic edema caused by congenital defects in a calf [JR Middleton

et al], 739

Educational Opportunities134, 258, 396, 540, 676, 810, 947, 1064, 1185, 1318, 1450, 1590

ElectroacupunctureEffects of adjunct electroacupuncture on severity of postoperative pain in

dogs undergoing hemilaminectomy because of acute thoracolumbar intervertebral disk disease [A Laim et al]1141

ElectrocardiographyAtrial fl utter in a dog with patent ductus arteriosus [DB Leeder et al], 879

ElectrolytesIntraoperative hyperkalemia caused by tumor lysis [AS Chohan et al], 746Effi cacy of oral rehydration therapy solutions containing sodium

bicarbonate or sodium acetate for treatment of calves with naturally acquired diarrhea, moderate dehydration, and strong ion acidosis [I Sen et al], 926

ElectrophysiologyElectrophysiologic evidence of polyneuropathy in a cat with signs of

bilateral brachial plexus neuropathy [PM Freeman et al], 240

EmphysemaSubcutaneous emphysema following anesthesia in a cat [MD Bauer et

al], 1539

EncephalitisHumoral response to an equine encephalitis vaccine in healthy alpacas

[D Bedenice et al], 530

EndocarditisAssociation of periodontal disease, oral procedures, and other clinical fi ndings with bacterial endocarditis in dogs [GD Peddle et al], 100

Evaluation of the risk of endocarditis and other cardiovascular events on the basis of the severity of periodontal disease in dogs [LT Glickman et al], 486

EndocrinologyBaseline plasma cortisol and ACTH concentrations and response to low-

dose ACTH stimulation testing in ill foals [DM Wong et al], 126Excessive production of sex hormones in a cat with an adrenocortical

tumor [RP Millard et al], 505

EndoscopyAn endoscopic method for identifying sex of hatchling Chinese box turtles

and comparison of general versus local anesthesia for coelioscopy [SJ Hernandez-Divers et al], 800

Use of an endoscope in minimally invasive lesion biopsy and removal within the skull and cranial vault in two dogs and one cat [LS Klopp et al], 1573

EpidemiologyEpidemiologic analysis of nosocomial Salmonella infections in

hospitalized horses [AB Ekiri et al], 108Prevalence of bovine viral diarrhea virus infections in alpacas in the

United States [CL Topliff et al], 519Epidemiology of rabies in skunks in Texas [EH Oertli et al], 616Population characteristics and neuter status of cats living in households

in the United States [K Chu et al], 1023Fecal shedding of Salmonella spp among cattle admitted to a veterinary

medical teaching hospital [KJ Cummings et al], 1578

EpilepsyClinical signs, risk factors, and outcomes associated with bromide

toxicosis (bromism) in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy [JH Rossmeisl, Jr], 1425

ErythrocytesErythrocyte glutathione and plasma cysteine concentrations in young

versus old dogs [KL Moyer et al], 95

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Erythropoietic SystemAnaplasma phagocytophilum infection in dogs: 34 cases (2000–2007) [JL

Granick et al], 1559

EviscerationMajor abdominal evisceration injuries in dogs and cats: 12 cases (1998–

2008) [SB Gower et al], 1566

Examinations134, 256, 394, 538, 674, 808, 945, 1062, 1183, 1316, 1448, 1588

Expiratory ObstructionExpiratory obstruction in a dog caused by a blocked fi lter in an anesthetic

machine [E McNally], 1267

Extracorporeal Shock Wave TherapyEffects of extracorporeal shock wave therapy on wounds of the distal

portion of the limbs in horses [DD Morgan et al], 1154

FFabellotibial SutureComplications associated with lateral fabellotibial suture surgery for

cranial cruciate ligament injury in dogs: 363 cases (1997–2005) [SA Casale et al], 229

Facts & FiguresIncome of US veterinarians, 2007 [AJ Shepherd], 754

Failure of Passive TransferEvaluation of factors affecting serum IgG concentrations in bottle-fed

calves [M Chigerwe et al], 785

Fatty AcidsEvaluation of prepartum serum cholesterol and fatty acids concentrations

as predictors of postpartum retention of the placenta in dairy cows [GF Quiroz-Rocha et al], 790

FearPhobia associated with people and novel situations in a dog [J Berger],

332

FeedComparison of the guaranteed analysis with the measured nutrient

composition of commercial pet foods [RC Hill et al], 347

FeetOutcomes of podotrochlear (navicular) bursa injections for signs of foot

pain in horses evaluated via magnetic resonance imaging: 23 cases [CD Bell et al], 920

FerretsSpina bifi da aperta in a ferret [L Golini et al], 1263

FilovirusFilovirus infections [KL Warfi eld et al], 1130

Fluid TherapyEffi cacy of oral rehydration therapy solutions containing sodium

bicarbonate or sodium acetate for treatment of calves with naturally acquired diarrhea, moderate dehydration, and strong ion acidosis [I Sen et al], 926

FracturesFractures of the tuber coxa of the ilium in horses: 29 cases (1996–2007)

[RM Dabareiner et al], 1303

FungiSuccessful treatment of a sinonasal cryptococcal granuloma in a horse

[VC Cruz et al], 509

Future AVMA Annual Conventions134, (2), (3), (4), (5), (6), (7), (8), (9), (10), (11), (12)

Future AVMA Conventions134, 256, 394, 539, 675, 808, 946, 1063, 1183, 1317, 1448, (12)

GGallbladderClinical, ultrasonographic, and laboratory fi ndings associated with

gallbladder disease and rupture in dogs: 45 cases (1997–2007) [LJ Crews et al], 359

GeneticsDevelopment and use of DNA archives at veterinary teaching hospitals to

investigate the genetic basis of disease in dogs [MGP Castelhano et al], 75

Evaluation of allele frequencies of inherited disease genes in subgroups of American Quarter Horses [RC Tryon et al], 120

GlutathioneErythrocyte glutathione and plasma cysteine concentrations in young

versus old dogs [KL Moyer et al], 95

GoatsUse of Walpole’s solution for treatment of goats with urolithiasis: 25 cases

(2001–2006) [JJ Janke et al], 249

GranulocytesAnaplasma phagocytophilum infection in dogs: 34 cases (2000–2007) [JL

Granick et al], 1559

GranulomaSuccessful treatment of a sinonasal cryptococcal granuloma in a horse

[VC Cruz et al], 509Use of a chain ecraseur for excision of a pharyngeal granuloma in a cow

[MJ Boileau et al], 935

GreyhoundsClinical, histologic, and immunohistochemical characterization of wart-like

lesions on the paw pads of dogs: 24 cases (2000–2007) [JM Balara et al], 1555

GuardiansEvaluation of owner attachment to dogs on the basis of whether owners

are legally considered guardians of their pets [TD Helms et al], 896

Guinea PigsComposition and characteristics of urinary calculi from guinea pigs [MG

Hawkins et al], 214

HHeartEvaluation of the risk of endocarditis and other cardiovascular events on

the basis of the severity of periodontal disease in dogs [LT Glickman et al], 486

Atrial fl utter in a dog with patent ductus arteriosus [DB Leeder et al], 879Hemorrhagic effusion in a female bearded dragon [CR Sweet et al], 1259Prevalence of cardiomyopathy in apparently healthy cats [CF Paige et al],

1398

Hematopoietic SystemErythrocyte glutathione and plasma cysteine concentrations in young

versus old dogs [KL Moyer et al], 95Invasive cutaneous angiomatosis and thrombocytopenia in a cat [JC

Bulman-Fleming et al], 381

HemilaminectomyEffects of adjunct electroacupuncture on severity of postoperative pain in

dogs undergoing hemilaminectomy because of acute thoracolumbar intervertebral disk disease [A Laim et al]1141

HemorrhageSurgical fi ndings and outcome for dairy cattle with jejunal hemorrhage

syndrome: 31 cases (2000–2007) [SF Peek et al], 1308

HemopericardiumHemorrhagic effusion in a female bearded dragon [CR Sweet et al], 1259

HeparinA randomized controlled clinical trial of the use of benazepril and heparin

for the treatment of chronic kidney disease in dogs [J Tenhundfeld et al], 1031

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Herd HealthOutcome of performance-based removal and replacement decisions in

commercial swine herds [SC Rutten-Ramos et al], 665

Hip DysplasiaEffects of osteoarthritis on radiographic measures of laxity and

congruence in hip joints of Labrador Retrievers [RM Gold et al], 1549

Hip JointsEffects of osteoarthritis on radiographic measures of laxity and

congruence in hip joints of Labrador Retrievers [RM Gold et al], 1549

HistologyClinical, histologic, and immunohistochemical characterization of wart-like

lesions on the paw pads of dogs: 24 cases (2000–2007) [JM Balara et al], 1555

HistopathologyGastric histopathologic abnormalities in dogs: 67 cases (2002–2007) [JA

Lidbury et al], 1147

Histoplasma capsulatumPyogranulomatous dermatitis in a baboon [NM Gades et al], 1535

Hotlines Every Veterinarian Should Know166

Human-Animal BondEvaluation of owner attachment to dogs on the basis of whether owners

are legally considered guardians of their pets [TD Helms et al], 896

HypercalcemiaThymoma and hypercalcemia in a dog [MO Downs et al], 327

HyperkalemiaIntraoperative hyperkalemia caused by tumor lysis [AS Chohan et al], 746

HypermetriaSpinal arachnoid cyst in a dog with tetraparesis and hypermetria [KD

Foss et al], 1009

HypertriglyceridemiaCharacterization of hypertriglyceridemia and response to treatment with

insulin in horses, ponies, and donkeys: 44 cases [1995–2005) [LH Waitt et al], 915

HypoadrenocorticismBaseline plasma cortisol and ACTH concentrations and response to low-

dose ACTH stimulation testing in ill foals [DM Wong et al], 126

IIliumSurgical fi ndings and outcome for dairy cattle with jejunal hemorrhage

syndrome: 31 cases (2000–2007) [SF Peek et al], 1308

ImmunoglobulinsEvaluation of factors affecting serum IgG concentrations in bottle-fed

calves [M Chigerwe et al], 785

ImmunologyHumoral response to an equine encephalitis vaccine in healthy alpacas

[D Bedenice et al], 530Prevalence of and risk factors for serum antibodies against Leptospira

serovars in US veterinarians [EA Spotts Whitney et al], 938

IncomeIncome of US veterinarians, 2007 [AJ Shepherd], 754

Integumentary SystemSevere, diffuse supperative dermatitis in a llama [CG Lamm et al], 1013Effects of extracorporeal shock wave therapy on wounds of the distal

portion of the limbs in horses [DD Morgan et al], 1154Clinical, histologic, and immunohistochemical characterization of wart-like

lesions on the paw pads of dogs: 24 cases (2000–2007) [JM Balara et al], 1555

Interphalangeal JointDegenerative disease of the distal interphalangeal joint and sesamoid

bone in calves: 9 cases (1995–2004) [P-Y Mulon et al], 794

Intervertebral DiskEffects of adjunct electroacupuncture on severity of postoperative pain in

dogs undergoing hemilaminectomy because of acute thoracolumbar intervertebral disk disease [A Laim et al]1141

Association of clinical and magnetic resonance imaging fi ndings with outcome in dogs with presumptive acute noncompressive nucleus pulposus extrusion: 42 cases (2000–2007) [L De Risio et al], 495

IntestinesSignalment, history, and outcome of cats with gastrointestinal tract

intussusception: 20 cases (1986–2000) [JM Burkitt et al], 771

IntussusceptionSignalment, history, and outcome of cats with gastrointestinal tract

intussusception: 20 cases (1986–2000) [JM Burkitt et al], 771

JJAVMA Reviewers, 2007, 763

Jejunal Hemorrhage SyndromeSurgical fi ndings and outcome for dairy cattle with jejunal hemorrhage

syndrome: 31 cases (2000–2007) [SF Peek et al], 1308

JejunumSurgical fi ndings and outcome for dairy cattle with jejunal hemorrhage

syndrome: 31 cases (2000–2007) [SF Peek et al], 1308

JointsComparison of conventional and digital measurements of tibial plateau

angle in dogs [D Serwa et al], 622Indications and contraindications for the use of orally administered joint

health products in dogs and cats [SL Oke], 1393Effects of osteoarthritis on radiographic measures of laxity and

congruence in hip joints of Labrador Retrievers [RM Gold et al], 1549Degenerative disease of the distal interphalangeal joint and sesamoid

bone in calves: 9 cases (1995–2004) [P-Y Mulon et al], 794

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA)Audin proclaimed editor-in-chief emeritus, 977

KKinetic Gait AnalysisUse of kinetic gait analysis for detection, quantifi cation, and differentiation

of hind limb lameness and spinal ataxia in horses [A Ishihara et al], 644

LLabelingComposition, disintegrative properties, and labeling compliance of

commercially available taurine and carnitine dietary products [RR Bragg et al], 209

LaboratoriesAssessment of laboratory and biosafety practices associated with

bacterial culture in veterinary clinics [JS Weese et al], 352

Lactobacillus sppProbiotics in veterinary practice [SG Wynn], 606

LamenessUse of kinetic gait analysis for detection, quantifi cation, and differentiation

of hind limb lameness and spinal ataxia in horses [A Ishihara et al], 644Outcomes of podotrochlear (navicular) bursa injections for signs of foot

pain in horses evaluated via magnetic resonance imaging: 23 cases [CD Bell et al], 920

Fractures of the tuber coxa of the ilium in horses: 29 cases (1996–2007) [RM Dabareiner et al], 1303

LaparoscopyEffect of surgical correction of left displaced abomasum by means of

omentopexy via right fl ank laparotomy o two-step laparoscopy-guided abomasopexy on postoperative abomasal emptying rate in lactating diary cows [T Wittek et al], 652

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LasersComparison of laser lithotripsy and cystotomy for the management of

dogs with urolithiasis [JM Bevan et al]1286Effi cacy and safety of laser lithotripsy in fragmentation of urocystoliths

and urethroliths for removal in dogs [JP Lulich et al], 1279

Legal IssuesThe veterinarian’s responsibility to recognize and report animal abuse [BL

Yoffe-Sharp et al], 732

Leptospira sppPrevalence of and risk factors for serum antibodies against Leptospira

serovars in US veterinarians [EA Spotts Whitney et al], 938

LeptospirosisLeptospirosis [MA Guerra], 472

Letters to the EditorIn appreciation of authors [AJ Koltveit], 1976;168:574 Letter: In appreciation of the JAVMA editorial staff [CM Hendrix],

2009;234:199AVMA opposes cosmetic ear cropping, tail docking of dogs [RS

Nolen], 2008;233:1811 Letter: Applauds the AVMA’s stand on ear cropping and tail docking [B

Hodges], 2009;234:324 Letter: Applauds the AVMA’s stand on ear cropping and tail docking

[RW Rodgers], 2009;234:323 Letter: Arguments for continuation of ear cropping and tail docking [R

Gussett], 2009;234:598 Response: [JP Reynolds], 2009;234:599 Response: [LG Dee], 2009;234:599Changing trends in practice management [SD Vredenburg],

2009;234:324 Letter: Discussion of changing trends in practice management

continues [C MacKay], 2009;234:874 Letter: More on changing trends in practice management [RH

Detwiler], 2009;234:731Diffuse osteopenia and myelopathy in a puppy...[MB Taylor et al],

2009;234:1041 Letter: Manufacturer defends organic premix diet [W Johnson],

2009;234:1527 Response: [MB Taylor et al], 2009;234:1528Economists: livestock and poultry producers cutting fl ock, herd

sizes [GM Cima], 2009;234:984 Letter: The future of food animal medicine [DV Cobb], 2009;234:1382Effects of compounding and storage conditions... [JL Davis et al],

2009;234:385 Letter: Supports compounding standards [B Cordes], 2009;234:873 Response: [JL Davis et al], 2009;234:873Effects of gender and parental status..[IR Reisner et al],

2008;233:1412 Letter: Differing views on the cause of aggression in dogs [DB

Cameron], 2009;234:39 Response [IR Reisner et al], 2009;234:40Encourages harmony among professionals working to help animals

[S Daane-Froehlich], 2008;233:1688 Letter: Provides background on Maryland scope-of-practice laws [CG

Tiekert], 2009;234:323Evaluation of the risk of endocarditis...[LT Glickman et al],

2009;234:486 Letter: Questions validity of study on periodontal disease and

cardiovascular events in dogs [GD Peddle et al], 2009;234:1525 Letter: Questions validity of study on periodontal disease and

cardiovascular events in dogs [S Ettinger et al], 2009;234:1526 Response: [LT Glickman et al], 2009;234:1527Getting the right drug at the right dosage [Medco], 2008;233:1212 Letter: Thoughts on the benefi ts of personalized medicine [J Greek],

2009;234:40Kansas offi cially the site for facility to succeed Plum Island,

2009;234:583 Letter: Questions choice of location for new research center [CH

Barthel], 2009;234:1005Letter: Questions location of new National Bio- and Agro-Defense Facility

[D Kanfer], 2009;234:876$75M dedicated to nonsurgical contraception for cats and dogs [RS

Nolen], 2008;233:1532Letter: Applauds the AVMA’s support of contraception in cats and dogs

[GR Weedon et al], 2009;234:874

More on California Proposition 2..[WR DeHaven], 2008;233:1543 Letter: California Proposition 2 continues to spark discussion [JJ

Smith], 2009;234:198 Response [WR DeHaven], 2009;234:198 Letter: California Proposition 2 continues to spark discussion [VW

Koch], 2009;234:197 Response [WR DeHaven], 2009;234:198One-health wonders [M Osborne], 2009;234:721 Letter: The cost of restoring the environment and biodiversity [DH

Erbeck], 2009;234:1253Primary bacterial peritonitis in dogs and cats [WTN Culp et al],

2009;234:1255 Letter: Importance of distinguishing primary from secondary peritonitis

[DG Langford], 2009;234:1255Rabies and other public health policies revisited, 2009;234:243 Letter: Integrating our health-care system [M Roman], 2009;234:600Temporal changes in characteristics of injection-site...[SC Shaw et

al], 2009;234:376 Letter: Recommendation on the placement of vaccinations in cats [G

Adams], 2009;234:1005Thoughts on canine dominance aggression [T Weiss], 2009;234:731 Letter: More on canine dominance aggression [BL Sherman],

2009;234:1253 Letter: More on canine dominance aggression [EK Meyer],

2009;234:1254 Response: [T Weiss], 2009;234:1255 Letter: More on canine dominance aggression [S Hetts],

2009;234:1254USDA seeking veterinarians’ help...[GM Cima], 2009;234:178 Letter: Comments on promotion of National Animal Identifi cation

System [AM Midkiff], 2009;234:875 Letter: Comments on promotion of National Animal Identifi cation

System [TW Schillhorn van Veen], 2009;234:875Welfare policies revised, partnership formed [RS Nolen],

2009;234:16 Letter: Applauds the AVMA’s support of contraception in cats and dogs

[GR Weedon et al], 2009;234:874

LiabilityLegal implications of understaffi ng of specialty departments of veterinary

teaching hospitals [M Nunemacher et al], 1016

LigamentsComplications associated with lateral fabellotibial suture surgery for

cranial cruciate ligament injury in dogs: 363 cases (1997–2005) [SA Casale et al], 229

Use of computed tomography to diagnose new bone formation associated with desmitis of the proximal aspect of the suspensory ligament in third metacarpal or third metatarsal bones of three horses [MT Launois et al], 514

LipidsCharacterization of hypertriglyceridemia and response to treatment with

insulin in horses, ponies, and donkeys: 44 cases [1995–2005) [LH Waitt et al], 915

LithotripsyComparison of laser lithotripsy and cystotomy for the management of

dogs with urolithiasis [JM Bevan et al]1286Effi cacy and safety of laser lithotripsy in fragmentation of urocystoliths

and urethroliths for removal in dogs [JP Lulich et al], 1279

LitigationEvaluation of owner attachment to dogs on the basis of whether owners

are legally considered guardians of their pets [TD Helms et al], 896Legal implications of understaffi ng of specialty departments of veterinary

teaching hospitals [M Nunemacher et al], 1016

LiverContrast harmonic ultrasonography of splenic masses and associated

liver nodules in dogs [M Ivančič et al], 88Clinical, ultrasonographic, and laboratory fi ndings associated with

gallbladder disease and rupture in dogs: 45 cases (1997–2007) [LJ Crews et al], 359

LungsHyperinfl ation of the lungs in a cat [J Krol et al], 43

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LymphadenitisComparison of three treatment regimens for sheep and goats with

caseous lymphadenitis [KE Washburn et al], 1162

MMagnetic Resonance ImagingAssociation of clinical and magnetic resonance imaging fi ndings with

outcome in dogs with presumptive acute noncompressive nucleus pulposus extrusion: 42 cases (2000–2007) [L De Risio et al], 495

Vestibular disease caused by a brain tumor in a dog [MJ Beasley et al], 743

Outcomes of podotrochlear (navicular) bursa injections for signs of foot pain in horses evaluated via magnetic resonance imaging: 23 cases [CD Bell et al], 920

Mammary GlandsRelationship between results of in vitro susceptibility tests and

outcomes following treatment with pirlimycin hydrochloride in cows with subclinical mastitis associated with gram-positive pathogens [D Apparao et al], 1437

MandibleMandibular and quadrate bone fractures in a parrot [CC Ashe et al], 455

Marburg VirusFilovirus infections [KL Warfi eld et al], 1130

MarketsDevelopment of a syndromic surveillance system for detection of disease

among livestock entering an auction market [DC Van Metre et al], 658

MastitisElimination kinetics of tilmicosin following intramammary administration in

lactating dairy cattle [GW Smith et al], 245Relationship between results of in vitro susceptibility tests and

outcomes following treatment with pirlimycin hydrochloride in cows with subclinical mastitis associated with gram-positive pathogens [D Apparao et al], 1437

MeningesSpinal arachnoid cyst in a dog with tetraparesis and hypermetria [KD

Foss et al], 1009

MetabolismCharacterization of hypertriglyceridemia and response to treatment with

insulin in horses, ponies, and donkeys: 44 cases [1995–2005) [LH Waitt et al], 915

Metacarpal BonesUse of computed tomography to diagnose new bone formation

associated with desmitis of the proximal aspect of the suspensory ligament in third metacarpal or third metatarsal bones of three horses [MT Launois et al], 514

Metatarsal BonesUse of computed tomography to diagnose new bone formation

associated with desmitis of the proximal aspect of the suspensory ligament in third metacarpal or third metatarsal bones of three horses [MT Launois et al], 514

Nocardia arthritidis infection in the distal metaphysis of the metatarsal III and IV bone of a heifer [C Koch et al], 669

MethicillinIncidence of acquisition of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus,

Clostridium diffi cile, and other health-care-associated pathogens by dogs that participate in animal-assisted interventions [SL Lefebvre et al], 1404

MucosaEvaluation of mucosal and seborrheic sites for staphylococci in two

populations of captive psittacines [JA Briscoe et al], 901

MuscleUse of a rectus abdominis muscle fl ap to repair urinary bladder and

urethral defects in a dog [RS Savicky et al], 1038

Musculoskeletal SystemEffects of adjunct electroacupuncture on severity of postoperative pain in

dogs undergoing hemilaminectomy because of acute thoracolumbar intervertebral disk disease [A Laim et al]1141

Mandibular and quadrate bone fractures in a parrot [CC Ashe et al], 455Accuracy of ultrasonography in detecting fragmentation of the medial

coronoid process in dogs [D Seyrek-Intas et al], 480Association of clinical and magnetic resonance imaging fi ndings with

outcome in dogs with presumptive acute noncompressive nucleus pulposus extrusion: 42 cases (2000–2007) [L De Risio et al], 495

Use of computed tomography to diagnose new bone formation associated with desmitis of the proximal aspect of the suspensory ligament in third metacarpal or third metatarsal bones of three horses [MT Launois et al], 514

Nocardia arthritidis infection in the distal metaphysis of the metatarsal III and IV bone of a heifer [C Koch et al], 669

Diffuse osteopenia and myelopathy in a puppy fed a diet composed of an organic premix and raw ground beef [MB Taylor et al], 1041

Successful management of a dog that had severe rhabdomyolysis with myocardial and respiratory failure [RJ Wells et al], 1049

Fractures of the tuber coxa of the ilium in horses: 29 cases (1996–2007) [RM Dabareiner et al], 1303

Tendinitis of the proximal aspect of the superfi cial digital fl exor tendon in horses: 12 cases (2000–2006) [AB Chesen et al], 1432

Use of an endoscope in minimally invasive lesion biopsy and removal within the skull and cranial vault in two dogs and one cat [LS Klopp et al], 1573

Degenerative disease of the distal interphalangeal joint and sesamoid bone in calves: 9 cases (1995–2004) [P-Y Mulon et al], 794

Mycobacterium sppEffi cacy of feeding plasma-derived commercial colostrum replacer

for the prevention of transmission of Mycobacterium avium subsp paratuberculosis in Holstein calves [P Pithua et al], 1167

MyelopathyDiffuse osteopenia and myelopathy in a puppy fed a diet composed of an

organic premix and raw ground beef [MB Taylor et al], 1041

NNavicular BursaOutcomes of podotrochlear (navicular) bursa injections for signs of foot

pain in horses evaluated via magnetic resonance imaging: 23 cases [CD Bell et al], 920

NematodesPrevalence of intestinal nematode parasitism among pet dogs in the

United States (2003–2006) [AS Mohamed et al], 631

Nervous SystemBovine spongiform encephalopathy [JL Harman et al], 59Electrophysiologic evidence of polyneuropathy in a cat with signs of

bilateral brachial plexus neuropathy [PM Freeman et al], 240Association of clinical and magnetic resonance imaging fi ndings with

outcome in dogs with presumptive acute noncompressive nucleus pulposus extrusion: 42 cases (2000–2007) [L De Risio et al], 495

Diffuse osteopenia and myelopathy in a puppy fed a diet composed of an organic premix and raw ground beef [MB Taylor et al], 1041

Spina bifi da aperta in a ferret [L Golini et al], 1263Traumatic pneumocephalus in a dog [AC Haley et al], 1295Clinical signs, risk factors, and outcomes associated with bromide

toxicosis (bromism) in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy [JH Rossmeisl, Jr], 1425

NeurologyVestibular disease caused by a brain tumor in a dog [MJ Beasley et al], 743Spinal arachnoid cyst in a dog with tetraparesis and hypermetria [KD

Foss et al], 1009

New Veterinary Biologic Products1176

Nocardia sppNocardia arthritidis infection in the distal metaphysis of the metatarsal III

and IV bone of a heifer [C Koch et al], 669

Nonambulatory CattlePrognostic indicators for nonambulatory cattle treated by use of a fl otation

tank system in a referral hospital: 51 cases (1997–2008) [AJ Burton et al], 1177

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NoseSuccessful treatment of a sinonasal cryptococcal granuloma in a horse

[VC Cruz et al], 509

Nucleus PulposusAssociation of clinical and magnetic resonance imaging fi ndings with

outcome in dogs with presumptive acute noncompressive nucleus pulposus extrusion: 42 cases (2000–2007) [L De Risio et al], 495

NutrientsComparison of the guaranteed analysis with the measured nutrient

composition of commercial pet foods [RC Hill et al], 347

NutritionComparison of the guaranteed analysis with the measured nutrient

composition of commercial pet foods [RC Hill et al], 347Indications and contraindications for the use of orally administered joint

health products in dogs and cats [SL Oke], 1393

OOccupational HazardsA review of published reports regarding zoonotic pathogen infection in

veterinarians [WS Baker et al], 1271

OmentopexyEffect of surgical correction of left displaced abomasum by means of

omentopexy via right fl ank laparotomy o two-step laparoscopy-guided abomasopexy on postoperative abomasal emptying rate in lactating diary cows [T Wittek et al], 652

OncologyFibrous urethral stricture and fractured os penis in a dog [JB Erne et al],

201Temporal changes in characteristics of injection-site sarcomas in cats:

392 cases (1990–2006) [SC Shaw et al], 376Excessive production of sex hormones in a cat with an adrenocortical

tumor [RP Millard et al], 505Colonic adenoma in a dog [SE Davies et al], 603Vestibular disease caused by a brain tumor in a dog [MJ Beasley et al],

743Thoracic omentalization for long-term management of neoplastic pleural

effusion in a cat [J Talavera et al], 1299

One HealthOne Health continuing medical education: an avenue for advancing

interdisciplinary communication on One Health issues [MC Gates], 1389

One Medicine, One Pathology, and the One Health concept [JP Sundberg et al], 1530

OrthopedicsEffects of adjunct electroacupuncture on severity of postoperative pain in

dogs undergoing hemilaminectomy because of acute thoracolumbar intervertebral disk disease [A Laim et al]1141

Complications associated with lateral fabellotibial suture surgery for cranial cruciate ligament injury in dogs: 363 cases (1997–2005) [SA Casale et al], 229

Fractures of the tuber coxa of the ilium in horses: 29 cases (1996–2007) [RM Dabareiner et al], 1303

OscillometryEvaluation of noninvasive oscillometric blood pressure monitoring in

anesthetized boid snakes [SK Chinnadurai et al], 625

Os PenisFibrous urethral stricture and fractured os penis in a dog [JB Erne et al],

201

OsteoarthritisIndications and contraindications for the use of orally administered joint

health products in dogs and cats [SL Oke], 1393Effects of osteoarthritis on radiographic measures of laxity and

congruence in hip joints of Labrador Retrievers [RM Gold et al], 1549

OsteopeniaDiffuse osteopenia and myelopathy in a puppy fed a diet composed of an

organic premix and raw ground beef [MB Taylor et al], 1041

OwnershipEvaluation of owner attachment to dogs on the basis of whether owners

are legally considered guardians of their pets [TD Helms et al], 896

PPainEffects of adjunct electroacupuncture on severity of postoperative pain in

dogs undergoing hemilaminectomy because of acute thoracolumbar intervertebral disk disease [A Laim et al]1141

Papilloma VirusClinical, histologic, and immunohistochemical characterization of wart-like

lesions on the paw pads of dogs: 24 cases (2000–2007) [JM Balara et al], 1555

Paraprostatic CystsParaprostatic cysts in a dog [GR Ragetly et al], 1127

ParasitologyPrevalence of intestinal nematode parasitism among pet dogs in the

United States (2003–2006) [AS Mohamed et al], 631

ParatuberculosisEffi cacy of feeding plasma-derived commercial colostrum replacer

for the prevention of transmission of Mycobacterium avium subsp paratuberculosis in Holstein calves [P Pithua et al], 1167

ParrotChronic cor pulmonale secondary to pulmonary atherosclerosis in an

African Grey parrot [CD Sedacca et al], 1055

ParrotsMandibular and quadrate bone fractures in a parrot [CC Ashe et al], 455

PathologySpina bifi da aperta in a ferret [L Golini et al], 1263Pyogranulomatous dermatitis in a baboon [NM Gades et al], 1535

Pathology in PracticeSevere, diffuse supperative dermatitis in a llama [CG Lamm et al], 1013Spina bifi da aperta in a ferret [L Golini et al], 1263Pyogranulomatous dermatitis in a baboon [NM Gades et al], 1535

PawsClinical, histologic, and immunohistochemical characterization of wart-like

lesions on the paw pads of dogs: 24 cases (2000–2007) [JM Balara et al], 1555

PerformanceOutcome of performance-based removal and replacement decisions in

commercial swine herds [SC Rutten-Ramos et al], 665

PergolideEffects of compounding and storage on stability of pergolide mesylate [JL

Davis et al], 385

Periodontal DiseaseEvaluation of the risk of endocarditis and other cardiovascular events on

the basis of the severity of periodontal disease in dogs [LT Glickman et al], 486

PeriodontitisAssociation of periodontal disease, oral procedures, and other clinical fi ndings with bacterial endocarditis in dogs [GD Peddle et al], 100

PeritonitisPrimary bacterial peritonitis in dogs and cats: 24 cases (1990–2006)

[WTN Culp et al], 906

PharmacologyEffects of compounding and storage on stability of pergolide mesylate [JL

Davis et al], 385Clinical signs, risk factors, and outcomes associated with bromide toxicosis

(bromism) in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy [JH Rossmeisl, Jr], 1425

PharynxUse of a chain ecraseur for excision of a pharyngeal granuloma in a cow

[MJ Boileau et al], 935

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PhobiaPhobia associated with people and novel situations in a dog [J Berger], 332

PirlimycinRelationship between results of in vitro susceptibility tests and

outcomes following treatment with pirlimycin hydrochloride in cows with subclinical mastitis associated with gram-positive pathogens [D Apparao et al], 1437

PlacentaEvaluation of prepartum serum cholesterol and fatty acids concentrations

as predictors of postpartum retention of the placenta in dairy cows [GF Quiroz-Rocha et al], 790

PleuraThoracic omentalization for long-term management of neoplastic pleural

effusion in a cat [J Talavera et al], 1299

Pleural EffusionThoracic omentalization for long-term management of neoplastic pleural

effusion in a cat [J Talavera et al], 1299

PneumocephalusTraumatic pneumocephalus in a dog [AC Haley et al], 1295

PneumomediastinumPneumothorax and pneumomediastinum in a horse [CA Mochal et al],

1533

PneumothoraxPneumothorax and pneumomediastinum in a horse [CA Mochal et al],

1533

PolyneuropathyElectrophysiologic evidence of polyneuropathy in a cat with signs of

bilateral brachial plexus neuropathy [PM Freeman et al], 240

Podotrochlear BursaOutcomes of podotrochlear (navicular) bursa injections for signs of foot

pain in horses evaluated via magnetic resonance imaging: 23 cases [CD Bell et al], 920

Portal VeinAssociation of mesenteric portovenographic fi ndings with outcome in cats

receiving surgical treatment for single congenital portosystemic shunts [VJ Lipscomb et al], 221

Portosystemic ShuntsAssociation of mesenteric portovenographic fi ndings with outcome in cats

receiving surgical treatment for single congenital portosystemic shunts [VJ Lipscomb et al], 221

PotassiumIntraoperative hyperkalemia caused by tumor lysis [AS Chohan et al], 746

PrebioticsProbiotics in veterinary practice [SG Wynn], 606

ProbioticsProbiotics in veterinary practice [SG Wynn], 606

Procedures for Reporting Professional Misconduct138, 975

PropofolEffects of propofol administered via the supra vertebral sinus in red-eared

sliders [MS Ziolo et al], 390

ProstateParaprostatic cysts in a dog [GR Ragetly et al], 1127

Public Veterinary Medicine: Public HealthEpidemiology of rabies in skunks in Texas [EH Oertli et al], 616A review of published reports regarding zoonotic pathogen infection in

veterinarians [WS Baker et al], 1271

Pyogranulomatous DermatitisPyogranulomatous dermatitis in a baboon [NM Gades et al], 1535

RRabiesEpidemiology of rabies in skunks in Texas [EH Oertli et al], 616

RadiographyPneumothorax and pneumomediastinum in a horse [CA Mochal et al],

1533

RadiologyHyperinfl ation of the lungs in a cat [J Krol et al], 43Fibrous urethral stricture and fractured os penis in a dog [JB Erne et al],

201Differentiation between retained fetus and neonatal ingestion in a dog

after whelping [SP Holmes et al], 205Association of mesenteric portovenographic fi ndings with outcome in cats

receiving surgical treatment for single congenital portosystemic shunts [VJ Lipscomb et al], 221

Thymoma and hypercalcemia in a dog [MO Downs et al], 327Radiographic abnormalities in cats with feline bronchial disease and intra-

and inter-observer variability in radiographic interpretation: 40 cases (1999–2006) [J Gadbois et al], 367

Mandibular and quadrate bone fractures in a parrot [CC Ashe et al], 455Colonic adenoma in a dog [SE Davies et al], 603Comparison of conventional and digital measurements of tibial plateau

angle in dogs [D Serwa et al], 622Cardiogenic edema caused by congenital defects in a calf [JR Middleton

et al], 739Use of contrast radiography for diagnosis of a colonic stricture in a turtle

[P Raiti], 877Hemorrhagic effusion in a female bearded dragon [CR Sweet et al], 1259Effects of osteoarthritis on radiographic measures of laxity and

congruence in hip joints of Labrador Retrievers [RM Gold et al], 1549

Raw MeatDiffuse osteopenia and myelopathy in a puppy fed a diet composed of an

organic premix and raw ground beef [MB Taylor et al], 1041

Rectus AbdominisUse of a rectus abdominis muscle fl ap to repair urinary bladder and

urethral defects in a dog [RS Savicky et al], 1038

Reference PointMethods and microbial risks associated with composting of animal

carcasses in the United States [ACB Berge et al], 47Review of clinical characteristics and applications of contrast-enhanced

ultrasonography in dogs [H Haers et al], 460

Renal FailureEvaluation of serum cardiac troponin I concentration in dogs with renal

failure [LC Sharkey et al], 767A randomized controlled clinical trial of the use of benazepril and heparin

for the treatment of chronic kidney disease in dogs [J Tenhundfeld et al], 1031

Reproductive SystemFibrous urethral stricture and fractured os penis in a dog [JB Erne et al],

201Differentiation between retained fetus and neonatal ingestion in a dog

after whelping [SP Holmes et al], 205Prevalence of bovine viral diarrhea virus infections in alpacas in the

United States [CL Topliff et al], 519Evaluation of prepartum serum cholesterol and fatty acids concentrations

as predictors of postpartum retention of the placenta in dairy cows [GF Quiroz-Rocha et al], 790

An endoscopic method for identifying sex of hatchling Chinese box turtles and comparison of general versus local anesthesia for coelioscopy [SJ Hernandez-Divers et al], 800

Paraprostatic cysts in a dog [GR Ragetly et al], 1127Relationship between results of in vitro susceptibility tests and

outcomes following treatment with pirlimycin hydrochloride in cows with subclinical mastitis associated with gram-positive pathogens [D Apparao et al], 1437

ReptilesHemorrhagic effusion in a female bearded dragon [CR Sweet et al], 1259

Respiratory SystemHyperinfl ation of the lungs in a cat [J Krol et al], 43

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Radiographic abnormalities in cats with feline bronchial disease and intra- and inter-observer variability in radiographic interpretation: 40 cases (1999–2006) [J Gadbois et al], 367

Successful treatment of a sinonasal cryptococcal granuloma in a horse [VC Cruz et al], 509

Outcome of permanent tracheostomy for treatment of upper airway obstruction in cats: 21 cases (1990–2007) [MW Stepnik et al], 638

Chronic cor pulmonale secondary to pulmonary atherosclerosis in an African Grey parrot [CD Sedacca et al], 1055

Thoracic omentalization for long-term management of neoplastic pleural effusion in a cat [J Talavera et al], 1299

RhabdomyolysisSuccessful management of a dog that had severe rhabdomyolysis with

myocardial and respiratory failure [RJ Wells et al], 1049

Risk AnalysisMethods and microbial risks associated with composting of animal

carcasses in the United States [ACB Berge et al], 47Evaluation of the risk of endocarditis and other cardiovascular events on

the basis of the severity of periodontal disease in dogs [LT Glickman et al], 486

Prevalence of and risk factors for serum antibodies against Leptospira serovars in US veterinarians [EA Spotts Whitney et al], 938

A review of published reports regarding zoonotic pathogen infection in veterinarians [WS Baker et al], 1271

SSalariesIncome of US veterinarians, 2007 [AJ Shepherd], 754

Salmonella sppEpidemiologic analysis of nosocomial Salmonella infections in

hospitalized horses [AB Ekiri et al], 108Fecal shedding of Salmonella spp among cattle admitted to a veterinary

medical teaching hospital [KJ Cummings et al], 1578

SarcomasTemporal changes in characteristics of injection-site sarcomas in cats:

392 cases (1990–2006) [SC Shaw et al], 376

Schistosomus refl uxusSchistosomus refl uxus causing dystocia in a mare [LL Occhipinti et al], 751

SeborrheaEvaluation of mucosal and seborrheic sites for staphylococci in two

populations of captive psittacines [JA Briscoe et al], 901

Selected abstracts for JAVMA readers from the American Journal of Veterinary Research

Use of dietary cation anion difference for control of urolithiasis risk factors in goats [ML Jones et al], 2009;70:149, 107

Evaluation of economic effects and the health and performance of the general cattle population...[BE Hessman et al], 2009;70:73, 119

Effi cacy of immobilization of the tarsal joint to alleviate strain on the common calcaneal tendon in dogs [SA Lister et al], 2009;70:134, 235

Use of tick surveys and serosurveys to evaluate pet dogs as a sentinel species for emerging Lyme disease [SA Hamer et al], 2009;70:49, 244

Indices of urine N-acetyl-β-D-glucosaminidase and γ-glutamyl transpeptidase activities in clinically normal dogs [JD Brunker et al], 2009;70:297, 351

Evaluation of the agreement among three handheld blood glucose meters and a laboratory blood analyzer for measurement of blood glucose concentration in Hispaniolan.. [MJ Acierno et al], 2009;70:172, 375

Precision, reproducibility, and clinical usefulness of measuring the Norberg angle by means of computerized image analysis [FH Comhaire et al], 2009;70:228, 485

Evaluation of urodynamic procedures in female cats anesthetized with low and high doses of isofl urane and propofol [TA Cohen et al], 2009;70:290, 504

Identifi cation of potential on-farm sources of Listeria monocytogenes in herds of dairy cattle [HO Mohammed et al], 2009;70:383, 673

Effect of long-term dietary supplementation with clinoptilolite on performance... [PD Katsoulos et al], 2009;70:346, 776

Identifi cation of Escherichia coli and Salmonella enterica organisms... [LC Heider et al], 2009;70:389, 799

Effects of larkspur (Delphinium barbeyi) on heart rate... [BT Green et al], 2009;70:539, 934

Evaluation of the effect of extracorporeal shock wave treatment... [DD Frisbie et al], 2009;70:449, 1040

Effects of fascial abrasion, fasciotomy, and fascial excision on cutaneous wound healing in cats [A Mitsui et al], 2009;70:532, 1048

Comparison of two fecal egg recovery techniques and larval culture for cyathostomins in horses [TR Bello et al], 2009;70:571, 1161

Cardiopulmonary effects of diazepam-isofl urane or xylazine-ketamaine-isofl urane during abdominal surgery in foals [CL Kerr et al], 2009;70:574, 1294

Effect of gastric ulceration on physiologic responses to exercise in horses [JE Nieto et al], 2009;70:787, 1424

Evaluation of anesthesia recovery quality after low-dose racemic or S-ketamine infusions during anesthesia with isofl urane in horses [MP Larenza et al], 2009;70:710, 1565

Sesamoid BoneDegenerative disease of the distal interphalangeal joint and sesamoid

bone in calves: 9 cases (1995–2004) [P-Y Mulon et al], 794

SexAn endoscopic method for identifying sex of hatchling Chinese box turtles

and comparison of general versus local anesthesia for coelioscopy [SJ Hernandez-Divers et al], 800

Sex HormonesExcessive production of sex hormones in a cat with an adrenocortical

tumor [RP Millard et al], 505

SinusSuccessful treatment of a sinonasal cryptococcal granuloma in a horse

[VC Cruz et al], 509

SkinEvaluation of mucosal and seborrheic sites for staphylococci in two

populations of captive psittacines [JA Briscoe et al], 901Severe, diffuse supperative dermatitis in a llama [CG Lamm et al], 1013Effects of extracorporeal shock wave therapy on wounds of the distal

portion of the limbs in horses [DD Morgan et al], 1154Clinical, histologic, and immunohistochemical characterization of wart-like

lesions on the paw pads of dogs: 24 cases (2000–2007) [JM Balara et al], 1555

SkullUse of an endoscope in minimally invasive lesion biopsy and removal

within the skull and cranial vault in two dogs and one cat [LS Klopp et al], 1573

SkunksEpidemiology of rabies in skunks in Texas [EH Oertli et al], 616

SnakesEvaluation of noninvasive oscillometric blood pressure monitoring in

anesthetized boid snakes [SK Chinnadurai et al], 625

Sodium AcetateEffi cacy of oral rehydration therapy solutions containing sodium

bicarbonate or sodium acetate for treatment of calves with naturally acquired diarrhea, moderate dehydration, and strong ion acidosis [I Sen et al], 926

Sodium BicarbonateEffi cacy of oral rehydration therapy solutions containing sodium

bicarbonate or sodium acetate for treatment of calves with naturally acquired diarrhea, moderate dehydration, and strong ion acidosis [I Sen et al], 926

Spay/neuterPopulation characteristics and neuter status of cats living in households

in the United States [K Chu et al], 1023

Special ReportDevelopment and use of DNA archives at veterinary teaching hospitals to

investigate the genetic basis of disease in dogs [MGP Castelhano et al], 75

Spinal CordSpina bifi da aperta in a ferret [L Golini et al], 1263

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SpleenContrast harmonic ultrasonography of splenic masses and associated

liver nodules in dogs [M Ivančič et al], 88

Staffi ngLegal implications of understaffi ng of specialty departments of veterinary

teaching hospitals [M Nunemacher et al], 1016

Staphylococcus sppEvaluation of mucosal and seborrheic sites for staphylococci in two

populations of captive psittacines [JA Briscoe et al], 901Incidence of acquisition of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus,

Clostridium diffi cile, and other health-care-associated pathogens by dogs that participate in animal-assisted interventions [SL Lefebvre et al], 1404

StentsUse of a balloon-expendable metallic stent to relieve malignant urethral

obstruction in a cat [RG Newman et al], 236

Stifl e JointComparison of conventional and digital measurements of tibial plateau

angle in dogs [D Serwa et al], 622

StomachGastric histopathologic abnormalities in dogs: 67 cases (2002–2007) [JA

Lidbury et al], 1147

StrictureFibrous urethral stricture and fractured os penis in a dog [JB Erne et al], 201

Subcutaneous EmphysemaSubcutaneous emphysema following anesthesia in a cat [MD Bauer et

al], 1539

Superfi cial Digital Flexor TendonTendinitis of the proximal aspect of the superfi cial digital fl exor tendon in

horses: 12 cases (2000–2006) [AB Chesen et al], 1432

SupplementsComposition, disintegrative properties, and labeling compliance of

commercially available taurine and carnitine dietary products [RR Bragg et al], 209

Indications and contraindications for the use of orally administered joint health products in dogs and cats [SL Oke], 1393

SurgeryOutcome of permanent tracheostomy for treatment of upper airway

obstruction in cats: 21 cases (1990–2007) [MW Stepnik et al], 638Effect of surgical correction of left displaced abomasum by means of

omentopexy via right fl ank laparotomy o two-step laparoscopy-guided abomasopexy on postoperative abomasal emptying rate in lactating diary cows [T Wittek et al], 652

Signalment, history, and outcome of cats with gastrointestinal tract intussusception: 20 cases (1986–2000) [JM Burkitt et al], 771

Use of a chain ecraseur for excision of a pharyngeal granuloma in a cow [MJ Boileau et al], 935

Use of a rectus abdominis muscle fl ap to repair urinary bladder and urethral defects in a dog [RS Savicky et al], 1038

Thoracic omentalization for long-term management of neoplastic pleural effusion in a cat [J Talavera et al], 1299

Surgical fi ndings and outcome for dairy cattle with jejunal hemorrhage syndrome: 31 cases (2000–2007) [SF Peek et al], 1308

Major abdominal evisceration injuries in dogs and cats: 12 cases (1998–2008) [SB Gower et al], 1566

Use of an endoscope in minimally invasive lesion biopsy and removal within the skull and cranial vault in two dogs and one cat [LS Klopp et al], 1573

SurveysEvaluation of owner attachment to dogs on the basis of whether owners

are legally considered guardians of their pets [TD Helms et al], 896

Suspensory LigamentUse of computed tomography to diagnose new bone formation

associated with desmitis of the proximal aspect of the suspensory ligament in third metacarpal or third metatarsal bones of three horses [MT Launois et al], 514

Syndromic SurveillanceDevelopment of a syndromic surveillance system for detection of disease

among livestock entering an auction market [DC Van Metre et al], 658

TTankPrognostic indicators for nonambulatory cattle treated by use of a fl otation

tank system in a referral hospital: 51 cases (1997–2008) [AJ Burton et al], 1177

TaurineComposition, disintegrative properties, and labeling compliance of

commercially available taurine and carnitine dietary products [RR Bragg et al], 209

TeethEvaluation of the risk of endocarditis and other cardiovascular events on

the basis of the severity of periodontal disease in dogs [LT Glickman et al], 486

TendonsTendinitis of the proximal aspect of the superfi cial digital fl exor tendon in

horses: 12 cases (2000–2006) [AB Chesen et al], 1432

TestosteroneExcessive production of sex hormones in a cat with an adrenocortical

tumor [RP Millard et al], 505

TetraparesisSpinal arachnoid cyst in a dog with tetraparesis and hypermetria [KD

Foss et al], 1009

TexasEpidemiology of rabies in skunks in Texas [EH Oertli et al], 616

TheriogenologyDifferentiation between retained fetus and neonatal ingestion in a dog

after whelping [SP Holmes et al], 205

Theriogenology Question of the MonthDifferentiation between retained fetus and neonatal ingestion in a dog

after whelping [SP Holmes et al], 205Schistosomus refl uxus causing dystocia in a mare [LL Occhipinti et al],

751

Thoracic OmentalizationThoracic omentalization for long-term management of neoplastic pleural

effusion in a cat [J Talavera et al], 1299

ThrombocytopeniaInvasive cutaneous angiomatosis and thrombocytopenia in a cat [JC

Bulman-Fleming et al], 381Anaplasma phagocytophilum infection in dogs: 34 cases (2000–2007) [JL

Granick et al], 1559

ThymomaThymoma and hypercalcemia in a dog [MO Downs et al], 327

Tibial Plateau AngleComparison of conventional and digital measurements of tibial plateau

angle in dogs [D Serwa et al], 622

TilmicosinElimination kinetics of tilmicosin following intramammary administration in

lactating dairy cattle [GW Smith et al], 245

Timely Topics in NutritionProbiotics in veterinary practice [SG Wynn], 606Indications and contraindications for the use of orally administered joint

health products in dogs and cats [SL Oke], 1393

ToxicologyClinical signs, risk factors, and outcomes associated with bromide

toxicosis (bromism) in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy [JH Rossmeisl, Jr], 1425

Toxin AComparison of clinical, microbiologic, and clinicopathologic fi ndings in

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horses positive and negative for Clostridium diffi cile infection [R Ruby et al], 777

TracheaOutcome of permanent tracheostomy for treatment of upper airway

obstruction in cats: 21 cases (1990–2007) [MW Stepnik et al], 638

TracheostomyOutcome of permanent tracheostomy for treatment of upper airway

obstruction in cats: 21 cases (1990–2007) [MW Stepnik et al], 638

Transmissible Spongiform Encephalopathies (TSEs)Bovine spongiform encephalopathy [JL Harman et al], 59

TriglyceridesCharacterization of hypertriglyceridemia and response to treatment with

insulin in horses, ponies, and donkeys: 44 cases [1995–2005) [LH Waitt et al], 915

Troponin IEvaluation of serum cardiac troponin I concentration in dogs with renal

failure [LC Sharkey et al], 767

Tuber CoxaFractures of the tuber coxa of the ilium in horses: 29 cases (1996–2007)

[RM Dabareiner et al], 1303

TurtlesEffects of propofol administered via the supra vertebral sinus in red-eared

sliders [MS Ziolo et al], 390An endoscopic method for identifying sex of hatchling Chinese box turtles

and comparison of general versus local anesthesia for coelioscopy [SJ Hernandez-Divers et al], 800

Use of contrast radiography for diagnosis of a colonic stricture in a turtle [P Raiti], 877

UUltrasonographyContrast harmonic ultrasonography of splenic masses and associated

liver nodules in dogs [M Ivančić et al], 88Clinical, ultrasonographic, and laboratory fi ndings associated with

gallbladder disease and rupture in dogs: 45 cases (1997–2007) [LJ Crews et al], 359

Review of clinical characteristics and applications of contrast-enhanced ultrasonography in dogs [H Haers et al], 460

Accuracy of ultrasonography in detecting fragmentation of the medial coronoid process in dogs [D Seyrek-Intas et al], 480

Tendinitis of the proximal aspect of the superfi cial digital fl exor tendon in horses: 12 cases (2000–2006) [AB Chesen et al], 1432

UrethraUse of a balloon-expendable metallic stent to relieve malignant urethral

obstruction in a cat [RG Newman et al], 236Use of a rectus abdominis muscle fl ap to repair urinary bladder and

urethral defects in a dog [RS Savicky et al], 1038

UrethrolithsEffi cacy and safety of laser lithotripsy in fragmentation of urocystoliths

and urethroliths for removal in dogs [JP Lulich et al], 1279

Urinary SystemComparison of laser lithotripsy and cystotomy for the management of

dogs with urolithiasis [JM Bevan et al]1286Fibrous urethral stricture and fractured os penis in a dog [JB Erne et al],

201Composition and characteristics of urinary calculi from guinea pigs [MG

Hawkins et al], 214Use of a balloon-expendable metallic stent to relieve malignant urethral

obstruction in a cat [RG Newman et al], 236Use of Walpole’s solution for treatment of goats with urolithiasis: 25 cases

(2001–2006) [JJ Janke et al], 249Evaluation of serum cardiac troponin I concentration in dogs with renal

failure [LC Sharkey et al], 767A randomized controlled clinical trial of the use of benazepril and heparin

for the treatment of chronic kidney disease in dogs [J Tenhundfeld et al], 1031

Use of a rectus abdominis muscle fl ap to repair urinary bladder and urethral defects in a dog [RS Savicky et al], 1038

Effi cacy and safety of laser lithotripsy in fragmentation of urocystoliths and urethroliths for removal in dogs [JP Lulich et al], 1279

UrocystolithsEffi cacy and safety of laser lithotripsy in fragmentation of urocystoliths

and urethroliths for removal in dogs [JP Lulich et al], 1279

UrolithiasisComparison of laser lithotripsy and cystotomy for the management of

dogs with urolithiasis [JM Bevan et al]1286Composition and characteristics of urinary calculi from guinea pigs [MG

Hawkins et al], 214Use of Walpole’s solution for treatment of goats with urolithiasis: 25 cases

(2001–2006) [JJ Janke et al], 249

VVaccine-associated SarcomasTemporal changes in characteristics of injection-site sarcomas in cats:

392 cases (1990–2006) [SC Shaw et al], 376

VaccinologyHumoral response to an equine encephalitis vaccine in healthy alpacas

[D Bedenice et al], 530

Vertebral ColumnSpina bifi da aperta in a ferret [L Golini et al], 1263

Vestibular DiseaseVestibular disease caused by a brain tumor in a dog [MJ Beasley et al],

743

Veterinarian-Client-Patient RelationshipsPrevalence and nature of cost discussions during clinical appointments in

companion animal practice [JB Coe et al], 1418

VeterinariansA review of published reports regarding zoonotic pathogen infection in

veterinarians [WS Baker et al], 1271

Veterinary DentistryAssociation of periodontal disease, oral procedures, and other clinical fi ndings with bacterial endocarditis in dogs [GD Peddle et al], 100

Veterinary FacilitiesDevelopment and use of DNA archives at veterinary teaching hospitals to

investigate the genetic basis of disease in dogs [MGP Castelhano et al], 75

Epidemiologic analysis of nosocomial Salmonella infections in hospitalized horses [AB Ekiri et al], 108

Assessment of laboratory and biosafety practices associated with bacterial culture in veterinary clinics [JS Weese et al], 352

Legal implications of understaffi ng of specialty departments of veterinary teaching hospitals [M Nunemacher et al], 1016

Fecal shedding of Salmonella spp among cattle admitted to a veterinary medical teaching hospital [KJ Cummings et al], 1578

Veterinary Medicine and the LawPopulation characteristics and neuter status of cats living in households

in the United States [K Chu et al], 1023

Veterinary PracticeLegal implications of understaffi ng of specialty departments of veterinary

teaching hospitals [M Nunemacher et al], 1016

Veterinary SpecialtiesLegal implications of understaffi ng of specialty departments of veterinary

teaching hospitals [M Nunemacher et al], 1016

Veterinary Teaching HospitalsDevelopment and use of DNA archives at veterinary teaching hospitals to

investigate the genetic basis of disease in dogs [MGP Castelhano et al], 75

VirologyPrevalence of bovine viral diarrhea virus infections in alpacas in the

United States [CL Topliff et al], 519Humoral response to an equine encephalitis vaccine in healthy alpacas

[D Bedenice et al], 530

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Epidemiology of rabies in skunks in Texas [EH Oertli et al], 616Rift Valley fever virus [BH Bird et al], 883Filovirus infections [KL Warfi eld et al], 1130

WWalpole’s SolutionUse of Walpole’s solution for treatment of goats with urolithiasis: 25 cases

(2001–2006) [JJ Janke et al], 249

WartsClinical, histologic, and immunohistochemical characterization of wart-like

lesions on the paw pads of dogs: 24 cases (2000–2007) [JM Balara et al], 1555

Western Equine EncephalitisHumoral response to an equine encephalitis vaccine in healthy alpacas

[D Bedenice et al], 530

What Is Your Diagnosis?Hyperinfl ation of the lungs in a cat [J Krol et al], 43Fibrous urethral stricture and fractured os penis in a dog [JB Erne et al],

201Thymoma and hypercalcemia in a dog [MO Downs et al], 327Mandibular and quadrate bone fractures in a parrot [CC Ashe et al], 455Colonic adenoma in a dog [SE Davies et al], 603Cardiogenic edema caused by congenital defects in a calf [JR Middleton

et al], 739Use of contrast radiography for diagnosis of a colonic stricture in a turtle

[P Raiti], 877Intrapericardial cystic hematoma causing pericardial effusion in a dog [BG

Wenham et al], 1007Paraprostatic cysts in a dog [GR Ragetly et al], 1127Hemorrhagic effusion in a female bearded dragon [CR Sweet et al], 1259Pneumothorax and pneumomediastinum in a horse [CA Mochal et al],

1533

What Is Your Neurologic Diagnosis?Vestibular disease caused by a brain tumor in a dog [MJ Beasley et al],

743Spinal arachnoid cyst in a dog with tetraparesis and hypermetria [KD

Foss et al], 1009

WhelpingDifferentiation between retained fetus and neonatal ingestion in a dog

after whelping [SP Holmes et al], 205

WoundsEffects of extracorporeal shock wave therapy on wounds of the distal

portion of the limbs in horses [DD Morgan et al], 1154Traumatic pneumocephalus in a dog [AC Haley et al], 1295

YYeastSevere, diffuse supperative dermatitis in a llama [CG Lamm et al], 1013

ZZoonosesAnimal bites [G Patronek et al], 336Assessment of laboratory and biosafety practices associated with

bacterial culture in veterinary clinics [JS Weese et al], 352Leptospirosis [MA Guerra], 472Epidemiology of rabies in skunks in Texas [EH Oertli et al], 616Rift Valley fever virus [BH Bird et al], 883Prevalence of and risk factors for serum antibodies against Leptospira

serovars in US veterinarians [EA Spotts Whitney et al], 938Filovirus infections [KL Warfi eld et al], 1130A review of published reports regarding zoonotic pathogen infection in

veterinarians [WS Baker et al], 1271Incidence of acquisition of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus,

Clostridium diffi cile, and other health-care-associated pathogens by dogs that participate in animal-assisted interventions [SL Lefebvre et al], 1404

Zoonosis UpdateBovine spongiform encephalopathy [JL Harman et al], 59Animal bites [G Patronek et al], 336Leptospirosis [MA Guerra], 472Rift Valley fever virus [BH Bird et al], 883Filovirus infections [KL Warfi eld et al], 1130