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MAKING SENSE OF THE CANINE ILLNESS REPORTED ACROSS THE U.S.

Cases of canine infectious respiratory disease complex have been seen in
multiple states, and officials are working to determine the underlying cause or
causes. Meanwhile, dog owners have questions.

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MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD: PRINCIPLES OF VETERINARY MEDICAL ETHICS

Proposed updates to the AVMA's Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics are
available for review and comment by all AVMA members. See the proposed changes,
and contribute your thoughts between now and March 4, 2024. Review and comment


TELL US WHO INSPIRES YOU!

Help identify our profession's talented, accomplished colleagues. AVMA
Excellence Awards honor those who excel in every discipline, and they're powered
by AVMA members. Nominations close January 31. See award categories


HOD ADDRESSES IN-PERSON VCPR, PROPOSED MIDLEVEL POSITION

The House of Delegates' January Veterinary Information Forum explored the risks
of proposals currently under discussion in the profession, along with future
workforce needs and staffing challenges in specific veterinary segments. Read
now

View backgrounders on key issues:

 * Future workforce needs
 * Midlevel position
 * Telemedicine and the VCPR


STRENGTHEN THE VETERINARY TEAM-CLIENT PARTNERSHIP

The Positive Pet Care Guide, developed through an industrywide collaboration,
helps companion animal practices foster healthy communication and strong
partnerships with pet owners. Use it to align client and team expectations, and
encourage a supportive, safe environment for all.

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BECOME A MENTOR—GET A MENTOR

MentorVet Connect, brought to you by the AVMA, connects new veterinary graduates
with trained mentors, free of charge. The connection can transform both
partners. Apply now to become a mentor or mentee.

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EXPLORE THE JOURNEY FOR TEAMS

Every veterinary team member now has a pathway to foster greater diversity,
equity, and inclusion in our workplaces. Discover the Journey for Teams—and see
why veterinary colleagues are excited about it.

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AVMA NEWS




PURINA DONATES $1M TO AVMF FOR CHARITABLE CARE GRANTS

As its first act, the new Pro Plan Veterinary Support Mission announced a $1
million gift to the American Veterinary Medical Foundation's REACH program,
which funds charitable healthcare for animals whose owners are experiencing
financial hardship.

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MORE NEWS

In Memory – February 1, 2024

American College of Veterinary Behaviorists – October 7-8, 2023

AVMF, VPRF pharmacology grant recipients undertake research projects

WSAVA publishes global guidelines for professional wellness

American Association of Feline Practitioners – October 12-15, 2023


AVMA@WORK BLOG




CHART OF THE MONTH: PET OWNERS PREFER VETERINARIAN-LED CARE

Recent AVMA research indicates that pet owners would not welcome creation of a
“midlevel” veterinary position functioning between the credentialed veterinary
technician and the veterinarian.

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MORE BLOGS

Learning from every generation

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AVMA’s free mentorship program expands

Now in Spanish: Disaster preparedness for pet owners

Find a veterinary job that fits you with AVMA’s new data tool


UPCOMING EVENTS

NOMINATIONS DUE: AVMA EXCELLENCE AWARDS

January 31

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APPLICATIONS DUE: AVMA HEADQUARTERS EXTERNSHIPS

January 31

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NATIONAL PET DENTAL HEALTH MONTH®

February 1-29

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NOMINATIONS DUE: BOARD OF DIRECTORS

February 1

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AVMA COUNCIL ON EDUCATION® SITE VISIT: KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY

February 4-8


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TALKING ABOUT COST OF CARE

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understand treatment options while relying on the veterinarian’s expertise.
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