Don Lichterman

DC boasts activities, from arboretum to zoo, for big and little kids

[ad_1] Fortunately for AVMA Convention 2025 attendees, there’s so much to do and see in Washington, D.C., that it helps to nail down priorities. Do you want a historical focus that takes a deep dive into the monuments and museums, or do you want an overall tour that hits the highlights? Do you want to […]

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Comment on veterinary technician educational standards

[ad_1] The AVMA Committee on Veterinary Technician Education and Activities® (AVMA CVTEA®) is accepting public comments on proposed changes to some of its educational standards for accredited veterinary technology education programs. Comments are due no later than March 15, 2025, and must be submitted through this online survey.  The proposed changes involve these standards, related

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The Power of Passion and Problem-Solving with Dr. Sally Colgan

[ad_1] Dr. Sally Colgan, president of the Australian Veterinary Association, shares her journey on this week’s episode of My Veterinary Life podcast, highlighting her experiences in as an equine surgeon, her work on projects like a kangaroo sterilization program, and ultimately her career transition to organized veterinary medicine. Dr. Colgan emphasizes professional development, the significance

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#CutTheChase

[ad_1] #CutTheChase Is it ok to accept almost 600 dogs dying racing each year for entertainment?   No dog should suffer, become injured or lose their life for sport. But according to the Greyhound Board of Great Britain, over 26,000 injuries were suffered and 2,700 greyhounds died in England and Wales between 2018 and 2023. Even

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New article on use of weather and climate products in wildland fire decision-making in the US Southwest

[ad_1] In the Southwest, wildfires are a persistent threat. Credit: Southwest Wildfire Science Consortium The Climate Assessment for the Southwest (CLIMAS), a NOAA Climate Program Office Climate Adaptation Partnerships (CAP) team, recently published an article titled, “How Are Weather and Climate Products and Decision Support Systems Used in Wildland Fire Decision-Making in the U.S. Southwest?”

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James Ford

James Ford, a 64-year-old man sentenced to death for the 1997 murders of Greg and Kimberly Malnory, is set to be executed by the State of Florida on Thursday, February 13, at 6 pm. Having spent more than 25 years on death row, Ford’s case has become a focal point in the debate over the

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Border collies excel in scent detection study

[ad_1] Border collies excel in scent detection study 2025-02-07 A study in Scientific Reports found that border collies, a herding breed, outperformed some traditional hunting dogs in scent detection tasks. Surprisingly, breed-specific traits influenced performance more than training level, with border collies excelling over breeds such as golden retrievers and vizslas, though beagles were quicker

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Board position open following Weisman joining AVMA staff

[ad_1] Dr. Jim Weisman The AVMA will have a special election for the unexpired District 6 director term on the Board of Directors. Nominations are due February 14, with the term beginning in April. District 6 covers the states of Illinois, Indiana, and Wisconsin. Dr. Jim Weisman, who was elected to this position in 2023,

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