Veterinarians donate artwork to raise funds for The Street Dog Coalition during the AVMA convention; Proceeds matched by Hill's Pet Nutrition
During the American Veterinary Medical Association's recent annual Convention, veterinarians donated personal artwork through the VETartNow initiative…
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From industry to charity, the lasting legacy of Dr. Mark Morris Sr. on small animal medicine
Hill's Pet Nutrition and the Morris Animal Foundation (MAF) are celebrating their 75th anniversary and the enduring legacy of their shared founder,…
AVMA, Street Dog Coalition partner to help pets of people experiencing homelessness in Denver
Pets give their humans love, companionship and protection, and in return their owners want to give them the medical care, nutrition and comfort they…
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Hill’s unveils therapeutic diet for pets with cancer
Prescription Diet ONC Care from Hill’s Pet Nutrition is designed to meet the nutritional needs of cats and dogs with cancer.
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JAVMArt Jubilee, VetartNow raise more than $25K to help dogs in need
The JAVMArt Jubilee event on July 15 brought together artists, veterinarians, and guests to celebrate the veterinary and art worlds' union during AVMA…
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Showing up authentically is a personal and professional imperative, keynote speaker says
It's not about being perfect, according to Mariana Atencio, it's about being perfectly you. Atencio gave the keynote presentation, “The Power of…
AVMA and ‘Critter Fixers’ team up to help high school students learn about careers in veterinary medicine
Denver-area high school students interested in careers in veterinary medicine will have a chance to learn first-hand from experts: Dr. Terrence…
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AAFCO adopts consumer-friendly pet food labeling guidelines
The updated label recommendations from Association of American Feed Control Official were developed in conjunction with consumers and industry and are…
Study: Kibble costs less than comparable canned or home-cooked diets to treat dogs with chronic GI issues
Dry commercially produced diets are the least expensive option for treating dogs with chronic gastrointestinal issues, followed by homemade diets and…
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Until more science is available, FDA will end public updates on potential link between certain diets and canine dilated cardiomyopathy
The Food and Drug Administration plans to end routine updates on the investigation of case reports of nonhereditary canine dilated cardiomyopathy and…
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Thanks for the memories, Denver
So many special moments came out of AVMA Convention 2023, held July 14-18 in Denver. Attendees had a chance to network at events such as the…
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World Small Animal Veterinary Association – Oct. 29-31, 2022
The World Small Animal Veterinary Association held its 47th Congress from Oct. 29-31 in Lima, Peru. The WSAVA presented awards and seated new…
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AAFCO reaffirms guideline on copper levels in dog food
The Association of American Feed Control Officers (AAFCO) upheld its guidelines on copper levels in dog foods after an expert panel found no link to…
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Alert: Retriever Mini Chunk chicken recipe dry dog food
TFP Nutrition recalls 50-pound bags of Retriever All Life Stages Mini Chunk Chicken Recipe dry dog food due to possible salmonella risk.
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FDA concludes first premarket consultation for meat cultured from animal cells
In a historic move, the Food and Drug Administration’s premarket consultation for meat cultured from animal cells brings Upside Foods’ chicken closer…
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AVMA celebrates National Pet Week 2023
The AVMA will be celebrating National Pet Week, held this year from May 7-13, with themes for each day of the week.
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What do your communications look like through a DEI lens?
How well do your communication processes and tools respect the needs of the diverse people you work with?
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Understanding and supporting religious diversity
A new learning module from Journey for Teams challenges us to examine how religious and spiritual beliefs impact our interactions with animals,…
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Improve accessibility with universal design—Here’s how
Discover what you and your team can do to increase accessibility in your workplace—and how this can benefit people with and without disabilities.
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How-to: Connecting underrepresented students to veterinary careers
Would you like to find ways to connect diverse youth in your community to veterinary medicine? The newest learning module from Journey for Teams can…
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How cultural sensitivity can improve client relations—and patient care
Being sensitive to clients' different cultural beliefs and practices helps us build trusting relationships that can improve patient care and make our…
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What is psychological safety?
Research shows that psychologically safe workplaces contribute to greater wellbeing, better team performance, and improved patient outcomes in…
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Finding and hiring the best job candidate
Interested in recruitment that will help your organization find the best possible job candidate, giving all applicants equal opportunity? A new…
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AVMA Steve Dale Excellence in Veterinary Media Award given to Shojai
Amy Shojai accepted the AVMA Steve Dale Excellence in Veterinary Media Award on July 15 during AVMA Convention 2023 in Denver. The award is meant to…
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Embracing gender diversity to make all feel welcome
Gender identity doesn't always correspond with the sex assigned at birth. A new learning module from Journey for Teams explores practical ways to…