[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 […]

[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

[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,

[ad_1] The American College of Veterinary Dermatology (ACVD)—recognized by the American Board of Veterinary Specialties as an AVMA-recognized veterinary specialty organization—welcomed 14 new diplomates following the board certification examination it held on November 8, 2024, in Irving, Texas. The new diplomates are as follows: Susan Baiz, Tucson, ArizonaLindsey Citron, Washington, D.C.Andrea Hernandez-Bures, Bradenton, FloridaJennifer Jaworski,

[ad_1] AVMA seeks more participants in technician utilization study 2025-02-07 An AVMA-funded study focusing on optimizing the work of veterinary technicians has reopened for additional participants. Practices can apply to participate until March 15 and will receive a report with recommendations on better utilizing technicians’ skills. Animal Health SmartBrief Designed specifically for veterinarians, Animal Health

[ad_1] A new AVMA tool connects trained veterinary first responders with state officials who need their help in response to disasters and emergencies. The veterinary first responder registry is the latest addition to the AVMA’s suite of programs and tools that support veterinarians and our patients during disasters. It builds on the AVMA Axon® Veterinary

[ad_1] Our guest on this week’s episode of My Veterinary Life Podcast is Dr. Connie De Haan. Dr. De Haan is a board-certified radiologist with IDEXX. She shares her unconventional journey into veterinary medicine, beginning with her initial interest in forestry and wildlife. She discusses her hands-on experiences that led her to veterinary medicine and

[ad_1] Wildfires like those tearing through the Los Angeles area put both animals and people at risk, and the hearts of AVMA members go out to all of those who are affected. The AVMA has many free resources to help animal owners protect pets and livestock, and to prepare veterinary practices and teams to respond

[ad_1] This month we are starting a series called “Leading from Where You Are.” Throughout these episodes, we are diving deep into leadership within the veterinary field, exploring it from various perspectives—whether you’re a seasoned practitioner, a student, or an expert in leadership. We’ll discuss why it’s crucial to embrace leadership no matter where you

[ad_1] Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, January 30, 2025 [ad_2] Source link

[ad_1] 131 adorable, adoptable pups to participate in Puppy Bowl 2025-02-07 Animal Health SmartBrief Designed specifically for veterinarians, Animal Health SmartBrief is a free daily email newsletter. It provides the latest news that matters to animal health professionals, including veterinary medicine updates, animal welfare and pet product news, best business practices and regulatory updates. SUBSCRIBE

[ad_1] For new veterinary school graduates, an important component of financial health and success is the ability to start repaying any student loans. New data from AVMA’s 2024 survey of graduating seniors offer some mixed news on this front. What the data show  The average debt-to-income ratio, which measures the relationship between veterinary student loan

[ad_1] This month we are starting a series called “Leading from Where You Are.” Throughout these episodes, we are diving deep into leadership within the veterinary field, exploring it from various perspectives—whether you’re a seasoned practitioner, a student, or an expert in leadership. We’ll discuss why it’s crucial to embrace leadership no matter where you

[ad_1] Who Said It? Truth-tellers are not always palatable. There is a preference for candy bars. 2025-02-07 Gwendolyn Brooks or Ernest Hemingway Check your answer here. Animal Health SmartBrief Designed specifically for veterinarians, Animal Health SmartBrief is a free daily email newsletter. It provides the latest news that matters to animal health professionals, including veterinary

[ad_1] The American College of Veterinary Behaviorists – recognized by the American Board of Veterinary Specialties as an AVMA-recognized veterinary specialty organization – welcomed eight new diplomates following the board certification examination it held virtually from September 28-29, 2024. The new diplomates are as follows: Alison Gerken, San FranciscoAnneliese Heinrich, Cochrane, AlbertaKatrin Jahn, Abu Dhabi,