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The VHMA announces 2020 CVPM recipients
The association awarded 23 veterinary practice management professionals with their Certified Veterinary Practice Manager designation.
AAHA updates veterinary fee reference guide
The American Animal Hospital Association recently updated its Veterinary Fee Reference guide to help practices set up competitive fees and enhance their pricing strategies.
Up in the air: DOT defines rules about service animals on commercial flights
The new ruling allows air carriers, for the first time, to recognize emotional support animals as pets rather than service animals.
A brighter and more inclusive future for veterinary medicine
The VHMA seeks to promote excellence in the veterinary field by opening the pipeline towards a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive profession.
A Virginia boxer wins 2020 Hambone Award
This spunky pooch, who busted through a window to greet a neighbor, received the 12th annual Hambone Award for the “most unusual pet insurance claim,” presented by Nationwide.
The solution to pollution: Top veterinary toxicity tips
The prevalence of poison exposure in companion animals remains higher than ever. Make sure you know how typical toxins are treated.
PetSmart Charities commits $2.1 million to assist at-risk pet parents
The organization has distributed grants to animal welfare organizations and social services agencies throughout the US and Canada to help people fleeing domestic violence during COVID-19.
News wrap-up: This week's veterinary headlines, plus a closer look at bandage art
Check out this week's top headlines.
The future of virtual care in veterinary medicine
Interested in implementing a telehealth component to your practice, but not sure where to start? The Veterinary Virtual Care Association is here to help.
A veterinarian shortage could cost 75 million pets their access to care by 2030
Banfield Pet Hospital announces its plan to increase the pipeline of veterinary professionals and to tackle diversity, equity, and inclusion issues.
Merck Animal Health awards 18 bovine veterinary student scholarships
All recipients received an AABP Veterinary Student Recognition Award and shared $90,000 in scholarship funds.
An overdue awakening: Addressing systemic racism in veterinary medicine
The demand for equity, diversity, and inclusion is being heard throughout the nation. In the veterinary profession, affinity groups are demanding less talk and more action.
News wrap-up: This week's headlines, plus registration is open for our second virtual conference
Check out this week's top veterinary headlines.
Royal Canin supports WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee
The WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee and Royal Canin have joined forces to help promote the distribution of credible pet nutrition resources.
WVC moves to fall in 2021
Viticus Group has announced that the WVC Annual Conference will take place in September next year and will include a virtual component.
Florida becomes 44th US Jurisdiction to accept PAVE Certificate
Florida now accepts the Program for the Assessment of Veterinary Education Equivalence (PAVE) Certificate as part of the license process for international veterinary students.
Episode 4: Veterinary street medicine—a labor of love
Pets are good for everyone, including the homeless, but how do pets in homeless populations receive basic veterinary care? Enter Dr. John Geller and The Street Dog Coalition.
Introducing the Association of Asian Veterinary Medical Professionals
AAVMP co-founders Hira Basit and Stephanie Kuo hope the organization inspires future generations of underrepresented groups to join the veterinary field.
UC Davis names executive director of One Health Institute
Wildlife veterinarian, professor and scientist Michael Ziccardi, DVM, MPVM, PhD, will lead the One Health Institute for the next 5 years.
The Bridge Club appoints chief veterinary officer
Cheryl Good, DVM, oversees the virtual interactions between The Bridge Club and the group’s newest offering, The Bridge Club Pets.
Veterinary diversity organizations call on AVMA to act against racism
More than 1,600 people have signed a petition demanding that the AVMA address systemic racism throughout the veterinary profession.
AAFP, Winn Feline Foundation announce 2020 scholarship winners
The annual scholarships are awarded to two college students who are dedicated to advancing feline medicine.
Veterinary Virtual Care Association names first executive director
Alison McIntyre's overarching goal in leading this brand new organization is to educate veterinary professionals about best practices for delivering teleheath services to veterinary clients.
Zoetis, AAVMC award 315 veterinary student scholarships
Students will share $630,000 in scholarship funds, bringing the total awarded over the past 11 years to more than $7 million.
WSAVA, World Animal Protection partner to promote global canine welfare
The organizations are now working together to engage and mobilize veterinary professionals to better the treatment of dogs across the world.
WSAVA postpones World Congress amid ongoing pandemic concerns
The conference will now be held in March 2021, immediately preceding the BSAVA Congress, so talks of a combined registration fee are underway.
The veterinary school experience of a first-generation Haitian-American
Brand new veterinarian Dr. Stéphie-Anne Dulièpre shares some of the challenges she faced as one of very few people of color at her veterinary school.
Update: AAEP parasite control guidelines
This succinct review of equine internal parasite control measures reflects modern strategies now in place to reduce development of resistance.
Starting a global dialogue about mental health in veterinary medicine
Following its worldwide survey of mental health and wellbeing in the veterinary profession, WSAVA vows to take steps to advance the health and welfare of veterinary teams around the world.
AAVMC announces professional excellence award recipients
A three-time veterinary school dean, Dr. Glen Hoffsis has had a major impact on both veterinary education and public policy.
Medical management considerations for separation anxiety
The Koala crisis: habitat destruction and diseases threaten their future
Why exercise matters in the veterinary profession
3 must-see expert interviews on nutrition