Important message from the Department of Agriculture regarding hurrican Irene and pets. Please pass on to friends and family.

NJVMA Facebook fans voted and picked the cutest pets in the New Jersey. The first three pets with the most votes won and they all have a unique story to tell.

Inspired by their participation in the ASPCA $100K Challenge, the MonmouthCountySPCA aims to save 5,000 lives this year and to kick off the Challenge and get adoption numbers off to the right start, they will be holding a Midnight Madness Adoption event August 5th, 6th and 7th.  MCSPCA has embarked on a number of initiatives to accomplish this goal.

NJVTA Technicians and Assistants from across the state volunteered their time and skills on Friday, May 6th, 2011 at a Free Veterinary Clinic for Dogs and Cats in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey.

Dr. Gregory Krane and Dr. Farleigh Layfield share their experience at the Voorhess Middle School, Second Annual Career Fair which was held on Wednesday, May 18th.

Please review the following message from Alan Talarsky, Environmental Scientist 1, Food and Drug Safety Program, DHSS regarding the following Class 1 Recalls issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration:

Fifth and Sixth grade students at Belleville School Three in Belleville, NJ, visit the Arlington Dog & Cat Hospital in Kearny, NJ. Dr. Marguerite Hoey educates them on proper pet care and on her daily responsibilities as a veterinarian.

On April 6th, Dr. Marguerite Hoey participated in Union City High School Career Fair in Union City, NJ where she educated students about careers in veterinary medicine. This was part of the NJVMA Diversity Initiative, organized by the NJVMA to promote diversity in veterinary medicine across the state in 2011.

The New Jersey Veterinary Technicians and Assistants (NJVTA) association shares an update with us on their efforts and highlights from the 20th Annual NJVTA Conference which was held on Sunday, April 17th at the Sheraton in Eatontown, NJ.

Many of us look for companionship by adding a new addition to the family---like a bundle of joy such as new puppy or kitten. Your lifestyle, budget, and ability to care for an animal are all important factors to keep in mind before acquiring a pet.