December, 2024

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Mexico screwworm case triggers US emergency response

AVMA News

U.S. veterinarians along the U.S.-Mexico border are being encouraged to look for signs of possible New World screwworm infestation in their patients after the flesh-eating larvae was discovered in a cow in southern Mexico.

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Hoopoes and others in the winter

10,000 Birds

Living on Gibraltar, I am, at 36oN, just north of the Sahara Desert. I often wonder what the bird distribution would be like here if there wasn’t a desert. I would expect a gradient from these warm temperate latitudes down to the tropics. It must once have been like that. The desert creates a real barrier, one which splits bird distributions quite severely.

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New ‘Uncounted’ report explores chicken death rates on factory farms; 500 million die before slaughter

AnimalEquality.net

A new report by Animal Equality—titled Uncounted—examines the chicken mortality rate on U.S. factory farms. By analyzing data reported by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) in 2021, Animal Equality breaks down the death rates of chickens raised for meat at all stages of life—from hatchery to transportation trucks.

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The 3 Groups Desperate for Leadership Training

Sales and Marketing Management

Leadership training isnt just about soft skills. Its about developing leaders who deliver results. While organizational priorities vary, most needs fall into three categories. The post The 3 Groups Desperate for Leadership Training appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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Clients Need a Game-Changing Digital Marketing Program to Achieve Success

SalesFuel

A survey from Integral Ad Science (IAS) , produced with YouGov, tapped into 250 media buyers and sellers. These experts shared their ad market concerns for the coming year. As you help clients plan their digital marketing program, you should know the key areas of focus. Theyll include social media and digital video, which encompasses CTV. Marketer Concerns Marketer concerns will center on a several areas next year.

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Veterinary professional associate curriculum light on hands-on training

AVMA News

The proposed curriculum for Colorado State Universitys masters in veterinary clinical care degree program appears far less rigorous than the universitys veterinary degree program and, in some cases, some veterinary technology programs.

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Veterinary technician licensing about to get faster

AVMA News

Several Veterinary Technician National Exam policy changes by the American Association of Veterinary State Boards, which manages the application and testing process, should result in more efficient operations and faster reporting for all testing candidates, veterinary technician program directors, and member boards.

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Psychologists offer strategies for de-escalating violence in the veterinary clinic

AVMA News

Workplace violence is a pervasive problem affecting millions of Americans annually, especially those working in health care settings. A trio of psychologists recently led an AVMA workshop that offered strategies for de-escalating potentially violent situations at work.

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Officer election changes, dues increase among proposals going before HOD

AVMA News

The AVMA Board of Directors has referred newly proposed or revised policies, revised rules for office election campaigns, and a request for a dues increase to the AVMA House of Delegates for deliberation during its regular winter session.

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Revisions to AVMA policies on adopting research animals, end-of-life care receive approval

AVMA News

The AVMA Board of Directors (BOD) approved revising a number of policies at its November 13-15 meeting at AVMA headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois, including Adoption of Research and Teaching Animals.

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American Association of Food Safety and Public Health Veterinarians – October 17, 2024

AVMA News

The American Association of Food Safety and Public Health Veterinarians (AAFSPHV) held a virtual meeting on October 17. The AAFSPHV presented awards and seated new officials.

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Diversity is about becoming our best selves, speaker says

AVMA News

Among the speakers at the AVMA Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Wellbeing Summit, held November 8-9 in Atlanta, was sociologist, comedian, and best-selling author Bertice Berry, PhD. She says diversity, equity, and inclusion are essential for becoming our true selves.

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AAHA guidelines suggest ways to expand access to veterinary care for pets

AVMA News

The American Animal Hospital Associations new 2024 Community Care Guidelines for Small Animal Practice aim to redefine gold standard veterinary care and equip veterinary practices to find innovative ways of reaching the people and animals they serve.

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Massachusetts VMA – November 3, 2024

AVMA News

The Massachusetts VMA (MVMA) held a celebration to honor the recipients of its Distinguished Service and Merit awards on November 3 in Northampton.

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Navigated 360° tours, like YourVRTours, advance pipelines by engaging clients further along the sales funnel. These immersive experiences provide comprehensive property insights, increasing buyer intent and readiness. By embracing navigated tours, agents can optimize property exposure, better qualify leads, and streamline the sales process. Stay ahead in the ever-evolving real estate landscape with innovative technology that elevates buyer journeys and progresses pipelines more effectively.

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American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners – August 15, 2024

AVMA News

The American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners (AASRP) held its annual meeting virtually on August 15. The AASRP presented awards and seated new officials.

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Drugs for treating atopic dermatitis in dogs, prevention of coccidiosis in poultry receive FDA approval

AVMA News

Animal drug manufacturers saw multiple approvals from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) from August through November, including a new drug for atopic dermatitis in dogs

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AVMA adopts new policies on climate change, certificates of veterinary inspection

AVMA News

The new policy on Climate Change and Related Sustainability Issues was approved by the AVMA Board of Directors during its November 13-15 meeting at AVMA headquarters in Schaumburg, Illinois.

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More than a contest, AWJAC inspires future leaders

AVMA News

Now in its 24th year, the AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest and is one way undergraduates, graduate students, veterinary students, and AVMA members can learn more about the important topic of animal welfare. Former participants credit the contest as being a life-changing experience.

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American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists – October 23-26, 2024

AVMA News

The American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists (ACVO) held its annual meeting from October 23-26, 2024, in Savannah, Georgia.

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In Memory – December 5, 2024

AVMA News

Veterinarian obituaries in the “In Memory” section of the Journal of the AVMA, December 5, 2024

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Animal welfare competition tests critical thinking, ethical judgement skills

AVMA News

The Fall 2024 AVMA Animal Welfare Assessment Contest, also known as AWJAC, recently brought together hundreds of competitors from across North America and Europe to apply science-based methods and ethical standards to assess the welfare of animals in a variety of settings.

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In Memory – December 19, 2024

AVMA News

Veterinarian obituaries in the In Memory section of the Journal of the AVMA, December 19, 2024

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Bird Guides of the World: Rolf Nessing, Germany

10,000 Birds

What is your favorite bird species? I don’t have a favorite. What is your name, and where do you live? My name is Rolf Nessing, I was born in Berlin (Germany) and now live about 80 km north of Berlin. Eurasian Bullfinch What are the main regions or locations you cover as a bird guide?

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Who Reads 10,000 Birds?

10,000 Birds

This is a slightly self-centered post – less about birds and more about the 10,000 Birds website. You have been warned. The site counts about 1000 unique sessions per day – in the last 30 days, on average 1006, to be exact – some days a hundred more, sometimes a hundred fewer. Who reads 10,000 Birds? A slight majority of visits (56%) come from the USA, where 10,000 Birds was founded.

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Species Spotlight: The Javan Blue-banded Kingfisher

10,000 Birds

Maybe this kingfisher should have chosen another island to live on – according to one paper on the species, Java is the most densely populated island in the world and has suffered extreme anthropogenic pressure, resulting in the loss of over 90% of its natural forests.

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Birding Shanghai in November 2024

10,000 Birds

After a recent longer post focusing on Dunlins, the species just makes a shorter appearance in this post … … even though I managed (a rarity for me) a half-decent flight shot. Red-throated Pipits include individuals that seem entirely misnamed … … while others still cling to their name-giving feature, at least a bit.

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Covetrus settles for $1.1M over alleged opioid regulation failures

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But It Is Grey…

10,000 Birds

Still in California! And yet ANOTHER couple of days that I can dedicate for chasing birds around the Golden State. And if you recall my previous post, I couldn’t shut up about how much I loved the Sierras of California:) So, yeah. You can guess whereabouts I went.

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Birding Lodges of the World: Nkuringo Bwindi Gorilla Lodge, Uganda

10,000 Birds

Which bird species do you think is the biggest attraction to visitors of your lodge (please only name one species)? The most iconic and sought-after bird species around the lodge area in Nombe Forest is the African Green Broadbill (Pseudocalyptomena graueri). What is the name of your lodge, and since when has your lodge been operating?

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Sparrows and an Odd Duck

10,000 Birds

Lake Constance (of the Bodensee in German) is a huge lake on the border of Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. The place is very popular among tourists of these and many other countries, with extensive tourist infrastructure in place in most towns around the lake.

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