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One Person CAN Make a Difference
If you permit, I’d like to share some news about a new employee of my Animal Policy Group, Samantha (“Sam”) Geiling, RVT, of Burnsville, Minnesota. Sam was just awarded Vet Tech of the Year by the national association, NAVTA. She became my Chief of Staff last June and...
You’re Finally a Credentialed Veterinary Technician . . . Now What?
(Editor’s note: The author uses the terms credentialed, licensed, etc. interchangeably within the contest of this article.) It’s exciting; you’ve spent countless hours in class, and even more time studying, and you’ve finally graduated and passed your national and...
How to Have Meaningful Conversations in a Divided World
In a world filled with polarization and conflicting viewpoints, it can feel impossible to have a meaningful conversation. Whether it's discussing virtual care, the role of mid-level practitioners, or the need for increased salaries, the challenges faced by Veterinary...
Proposed Florida Veterinary Bill Would Help More Owners Get the Care Their Pets Need
Source: The Ledger Florida lawmakers are considering two bills in the 2024 Legislative Session to improve access to Veterinary care in the state. The Veterinary Workforce Innovation Act (SB 1038/HB 1245) proposes the creation of a Veterinary professional associate...
More Than 100 Farm Animals Rescued From Poor Conditions
Source: World Animal News The ASPCA is aiding the Tioga County Sheriff’s Office in Owego, New York, in rescuing over 100 farm animals, including cows, goats, horses, and calves, due to signs of neglect and poor living conditions. These animals were found in...
1 in 3 Pets are Homeless According to New Global Report
Source: PR Newswire A global coalition of animal welfare experts, in partnership with Mars, has released the results of 'The State of Pet Homelessness Project,' the largest-ever international study on pet homelessness. Shockingly, it found that nearly 35% of cats and...
Even After Rising 4%, Elanco Animal Health Shareholders Still Down 48%
Source: Simply Wall St. Elanco Animal Health Incorporated has witnessed a significant 72% increase in its share price in the last quarter, providing a positive sign for shareholders. However, over the past five years, the stock has experienced a decline of 48%,...
Dog Size is Directly Linked to Different Types of Disease
Source: earth.com A study involving 25,000 dogs across 238 breeds in the United States, led by Yunbi Nam and colleagues from the University of Washington, has revealed significant connections between a dog's size and its susceptibility to various health issues. While...
Rocky Vista Announces Plans for College of Veterinary Medicine Amid Growing Vet Shortage
Source: KTVQ Rocky Vista University is set to establish a new College of Veterinary Medicine on its Billings campus in Montana, aiming to address the shortage of Veterinary professionals in the region. The three-year intensive program, slated to begin in 2026 if...
Read to a Dog: A Fun and Educational Experience
Source: TheSignal The Valencia Library in California hosts a monthly "Read to a Dog" event, offering children from kindergarten to sixth grade a judgment-free zone to practice reading skills with certified therapy dogs and Glory the Parrot, a certified therapy bird....
UMES Responds to National Vet Shortage with New School
Source: University of Maryland Eastern Shore The University System of Maryland Board of Regents has approved the establishment of a new School of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES). This will be the second Veterinary school among...
Pet Peace of Mind Wins Inaugural NAVC Gives Marquee Award
Source: dvm360 The North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) awarded Pet Peace of Mind the NAVC Gives Marquee Award during the Veterinary Meeting & Expo in Orlando, Florida. Pet Peace of Mind, a national nonprofit based in Salem, Oregon, helps hospice care...
VHMA Shares Findings from 2023 Associate Veterinarian Compensation & Benefits Survey Report
Source: VHMA The Veterinary Hospital Management Association (VHMA) has released its 2023 Compensation & Benefits Survey Report, focusing on associate veterinarians. The survey, distributed to 4,163 VHMA and Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care Society members,...
Is Your Pet a Furry Reflection of Yourself?
Source: StudyFinds A survey of 2,000 American dog and cat owners, commissioned by Basepaws and conducted by OnePoll, reveals that 65% believe their pets are the four-legged version of themselves due to shared personality traits or hobbies. Respondents and their pets,...
Mentorship Program Grants Students $5,500 Stipend for Research
Source: Veterinary Practice News The Morris Animal Foundation offers the Veterinary Student Scholar program, providing veterinary students at accredited programs with a stipend of up to $5,500 for mentor-guided research in animal health science. The program aims to...
The Most Popular Pet Names and Naming Trends of 2023 Are Revealed
Source: dvm360 Rover.com has released its 11th annual Top Pet Names Report, analyzing millions of user-submitted pet names. The 2023 trends reflect pop culture moments, with pet owners naming their pets after athletes, movies, food, and millennial nostalgia. Taylor...
Mat-Su College to Offer Alaska’s First Veterinary Technology Program
Source: Alaska's News Source Mat-Su College in Alaska is launching the state's first vet tech program in the fall of 2024, and they are seeking applicants. Dr. Judith Montalbano, a professor and long-time veterinarian, initiated the program due to Alaska being the...
Veterinary Association Shares 2023 Owner Attitude Survey Results
Source: dvm360 The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) conducted a survey of 1000 pet owners to understand their perspectives on Veterinary care in the U.S. Key findings include 88% believing that a physical examination by a veterinarian in person leads to...
Destination Pet “Goes First” and Eliminates Noncompetes from Contracts
Source: AAHA Destination Pet, a corporate owner of 46 Veterinary clinics, has decided to eliminate noncompete clauses from all current and future veterinarian contracts. Ashley Harris and Kathryn Smith, part of the executive leadership team, believe that noncompete...
Developing a Center for Rural Veterinary Medicine
Source: Bovine Veterinarian Oklahoma State University (OSU) is addressing challenges in rural communities by establishing a Center for Rural Veterinary Medicine (CRVM). With a focus on the decline in veterinarians serving rural areas, the CRVM aims to study and...
Humans Can Tell By Chickens’ Calls If They Are Happy or Frustrated, Research Finds
Source: The Guardian Researchers suggest that people can distinguish the emotional states of chickens based on their vocalizations, offering a potential tool for improving the welfare of poultry. In a study conducted by the University of Queensland, audio recordings...
Incoming NYS Law Bans Retail Pet Sales, Promoting Animal Shelter Adoptions Instead
Source: CNYCentral Starting in December of this year, a new law in New York State will prohibit the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in an effort to combat abusive breeders and the animal mill-to-pet store pipeline. The law aims to discourage breeding for profit...
Why Researchers Are Starting to Pay Closer Attention to Animals’ Interactions with Tech
Source: Fast Company Animals are increasingly interacting with human technology, prompting the emergence of a new field called animal-computer interaction. This field aims to understand and develop natural user interfaces for animals, addressing challenges in...
Students Learn What It Takes to Be a Veterinarian at National Western Stock Show
Source: Fox 31 VET101, a National Western Stock Show program in Denver, is offering 40 high school students hands-on experience in Veterinary medicine. The program, now in its 6th year, exposes students to various aspects of the Veterinary field, including small...
Eliminating In-Person Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationship Requirement Discussed at AVMA Forum
Source: AVMA The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) discussed controversial proposals at its Veterinary Information Forum, including the creation of a midlevel position (MLP) and eliminating in-person requirements for telemedicine. The MLP idea involves a...