AABP has received a USDA grant to fund practice management training modules for early career veterinarians (10 years or less since graduation at the time of application). The grants allows three groups of 15 veterinarians per group to participate. AASV members are welcome to apply! Approximately 35 hours of continuing education will be provided. The […]
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AVMA: Santa’s reindeer pass annual veterinary exam, cleared for flight
Children around the world received some good news today, with officials from the North Pole confirming that Dasher, Dancer, Prancer and the rest of Santa’s reindeer have been approved for their Christmas Eve flight following a health checkup from Santa’s veterinarian. Dr. Sandra Faeh, president of the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), and veterinary technician […]
Apply by Dec 31 – Neil Dierks Scholarship
The $5,000 scholarship is awarded annually to a graduate student enrolled in a land-grant university pursuing a field of study that directly supports the pork industry. The National Pork Industry Foundation (NPIF), a nonprofit dedicated to advancing research and education within the pork industry, is now accepting applications for the Neil Dierks Scholarship. This scholarship […]
USDA Approves Emergency Funding to Protect U.S. Livestock and Animals from New World Screwworm
The United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is announcing $165 million in emergency funding from the Commodity Credit Corporation to protect U.S. livestock and other animals from New World screwworm (NWS) and to increase USDA’s ongoing efforts to control the spread of NWS in Mexico and Central America. NWS […]
Abstract: Operational lessons learned from simulating an elimination response to a transboundary animal disease in wild animals
Abstract: Operational lessons learned from simulating an elimination response to a transboundary animal disease in wild animals Transboundary animal disease (TAD) introductions can have myriad economic, ecological, and societal impacts. When TADs are introduced into wild species, rapid and intense control efforts to reduce wild animal host populations are sometimes needed to eliminate the disease […]
New Tests Detect African Swine Fever on Surfaces
Kansas State University researchers have published the findings of a study that looks at a seemingly simple way to add another layer of protection for the U.S. swine industry against a crippling, viral disease. K-State Swine Production Specialist and Veterinarian Jordan Gebhardt said scientists have used some common household items to test their ability to […]
Position Announcement: Swine Veterinarian – Pipestone
Pipestone Veterinary Services is seeking a swine veterinarian to develop and promote health programs and display PIPESTONE’s core values of Integrity, Commitment, Caring, Growth and Teamwork by providing outstanding veterinary care and service to clients. Essential functions Position specifications To apply Click here to apply.
Wellness Wednesday
Wellness Wednesday – Environmental Wellbeing Tip: Learn about nature preserves in your area and make an effort to go exploring. Walking in a natural outdoor setting has been shown to be effective at reducing depression, stress, and anxiety. Believe it or not, there are many natural areas close to San Francisco you can explore during […]
SHIC/FFAR Fund Six Japanese Encephalitis Virus Research Projects
The Swine Health Information Center and the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research have recently funded six new projects to enhance US prevention, preparedness, mitigation and response capabilities for Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV). As a transboundary disease risk for US introduction, JEV is transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitos and can cause reproductive failure, […]
Veterinary Students: Apply for Podcasting Opportunity by January 17
The American Association of Swine Veterinarians is once again providing an opportunity for 30 students to earn $200 each at the 2025 AASV Annual Meeting in San Francisco, California, by conducting a recorded interview of an AASV speaker for podcasting. This is a fantastic opportunity for you to expand your knowledge and get to know […]