News wrap-up: This week's headlines, plus top holiday pet hazards
Check out this week's top veterinary headlines.
With the holidays fast approaching, and a spike in COVID-19 cases across the nation, we're dedicated to keeping you informed with the latest pandemic news and coverage of the veterinary industry.
Here's a look at this week's news highlights:
- According to a new ruling by the US Department of Transportation (DOT), when it comes to animals traveling in airplane cabins, a service animal will now be defined as “a dog, regardless of breed or type, that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of a qualified individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other cognitive disability.”
- The KC Animal Corridor recently announced Kerri Marshall, DVM, MBA, as the winner of the 2020 Iron Paw Award.
- To help keep pets safe and their owners merry and bright this holiday season, Nationwide has reviewed their data claims and unveiled the top causes for veterinary visits during this time of year.
Coloradans vote yes to midlevel practitioner proposal
November 13th 2024Despite more than 200 veterinary industry organizations, professional associations, and veterinary professionals publicly opposing it, the veterinary professional associate position will be implemented in the next few years following a public vote
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Proposed midlevel role poses unacceptable risks
October 30th 2024Proposals that would create a new midlevel practitioner (MLP) role raise serious concerns about the future of quality care for veterinary patients. Sometimes referred to as a veterinary professional associate (VPA), their duties would overlap those of a veterinarian and veterinary technician.
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