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Bed Bug Infestations in Care Facilities

By Rebekah Price, DNP, MSN, APRN, FNP-C & Kenyon Conklin, VMD & Diane Trainor, Ph.D., CHCM
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This article discusses the standard of care for bed bug detection, bed bug bite treatment, and bed bug elimination, particularly for facilities that care for special populations. Bed Bug Infestations…

Food Safety Across Multiple Sectors

By Kenyon Conklin, VMD & Dawn Hill & Paul Romanos, Jr.
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This article provides an overview of food safety, from the ranch to the restaurant, for attorneys who may be involved in food contamination disputes. Topics covered include government regulations and…

Horse Fencing

By Kenyon Conklin, VMD
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The fencing and enclosures used to contain horses are essential not just for the well-being of the animals, but for the safety of the general public. In our forensic casework, we frequently see…

Pony Ride & Trail Ride Safety

By Kenyon Conklin, VMD
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This article describes industry-accepted best practices for conducting trail rides and pony rides. Riders involved in these activities often have limited knowledge and experience with horses. This…

Safety Hazards Involving Horses

By Kenyon Conklin, VMD
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This article addresses common safety issues related to horses and equestrian activities like horse shows, riding lessons, trail rides, and pony rides. We discuss horse safety issues that frequently…

Biosecurity in Animal & Veterinary Settings

By Kenyon Conklin, VMD
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Biosecurity can be defined as the measures taken to prevent the spread of diseases to humans, animals, and plants. A breach in biosecurity measures can affect numerous animal, agricultural, and…

Police Dog (K9) Bites

By Kenyon Conklin, VMD
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Dog bites remain a significant medico-legal issue in United States. The cost of treatment for dog bites in emergency departments averages 50% more than the cost of other injuries treated in the…

Dog Bites at Animal Care Facilities

By Kenyon Conklin, VMD
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Dog bites occasionally occur at kennels, shelters, veterinary clinics, and other venues that host canines outside of the home. This article discusses the standard of care for preventing dog bite…