AVMA District 7 Director Position
Nominations are sought to fill the District 7 Director position on the Board of Directors (2024-2030). Nominees must reside within the district, which includes: Iowa, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Nominations are due by February 1, 2024. Nomination materials (including the Nomination Form, Nomination Instructions, Petition Form, and Rules of the Election) are […]
“Atypical Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease”
The Department of Agriculture and other veterinary agencies are investigating an infectious respiratory disease affecting dogs across the U.S., after several states reported incidents of dogs suffering from pneumonia-like symptoms, though little is known about the illness and how it spreads. The Oregon Department of Agriculture first received reports of an “atypical canine infectious respiratory […]
MentorVet Connect
The AVMA has joined MentorVet to launch MentorVet Connect, a structured mentorship program that connects early-career veterinarians with trained mentors who can offer invaluable support and guidance, providing new veterinarians with free access to an established and proven mentoring platform. The opportunity to receive mentoring from an experienced and nurturing colleague can be transformational for veterinarians starting out […]
The Center for Food Security and Public Health at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine (CFSPH) Free CE Opportunities
Veterinarians Exempt from Opioid Related Training for DEA – Registered Practitioners
A new opioid-related training requirement for DEA-registered practitioners does not apply to veterinarians, despite appearing as a required checkbox on the DEA’s online registration application, according to U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) officials. Veterinarians who are registering or renewing their DEA registration should simply check the box on the DEA application, in order to continue […]
Honey Bee Medicine Survey
Michigan State University is working to improve training for veterinarians, veterinary students, and veterinary technicians in honey bee medicine. Please fill out this short survey so that we can improve honey bee medicine training for veterinary practitioners. This survey will help us understand what veterinary practitioners need to help them work better with bees and beekeepers. This survey is part of a program between Michigan State University, University of Florida, University […]
CATalyst Council Grants
The CATalyst Council is seeking grant applicants for innovations that will accelerate the quality of life for cats across North America. Grants of up to $20,000 will be awarded. Grant funds can be applied across a broad array of topics that fit within the umbrella of healthcare for companion cats. Anticipated focus areas include telemedicine, […]
Emerging Threat to the United States – Fentanyl Combined with Illicit Xylazine
The Administration has designated fentanyl combined with illicit xylazine as an “emerging threat” to the United States. For full details on the announcement, read the latest AVMA News story.
Poultry Biosecurity for Spring
It’s hatching season! Welcoming new chicks, ducklings, or poults into flocks is one of the most enjoyable parts of poultry keeping. Starting out with healthy poultry and then following good biosecurity practices is the best way to protect flocks from disease. USDA APHIS encourages all partner organizations to remind their stakeholders to do everything […]
New Mental Health Resources Available for Veterinarians and Veterinary Teams
The Veterinary Hope Foundation is a non-profit committed to helping veterinarians and veterinary teams who are struggling with their mental health. The foundation employs nine licensed mental health professionals who lead veterinary support groups at no charge. There are support groups for new moms, shelter veterinarians, livestock veterinarians, practice owners, practice managers, and veterinary technicians. […]