Abstract: Less experienced observers assess piglet castration-induced acute pain differently than experienced observers: A pilot study Behavioral pain scales have been helpful for standardized swine pain assessment. However, it is still unknown if observers’ experience influences the scale score. We conducted a pilot study to investigate how three different levels of swine experience influenced how […]
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Internship: Summer Veterinary Internship Programs; Apply by Dec 1
The Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine (ISU CVM) is seeking veterinary student applicants for summer 2025 swine, bovine and poultry internship positions! Applications are due December 1, 2024 (late applications accepted but higher priority given to those received by December 1st). To apply: https://iastate.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_80QAIGnQydgWAIu More information: https://vetmed.iastate.edu/vdpam/academics/summer-opportunities Note about summer availability – even if your university has classes […]
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.
Office Closed for Thanksgiving
The AASV office will be closed Thursday and Friday November 28 and 29 in celebration of the Thanksgiving holiday. We thank you for your continued support of the AASV and wish each of you a very happy holiday season.
Does Your Practice or Company Host Veterinary Students? Let Us Know!
AASV members, do you have opportunities for students to gain experience in your practice or production company? Attract interested students with your listing in the AASV directory of swine-oriented internships and externships!
2025 CDC Veterinary Student Day
We are excited to announce that the 2025 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Veterinary Student Day will take place in-person at CDC headquarters in Atlanta, GA! CDC Vet Student Day is an opportunity to introduce students to careers in public health. 2025 CDC Veterinary Student Day Presented by the CDC Foundation with lead support […]
Position Announcement: Swine Veterinarian – Indiana/Ohio
Tyson Foods Inc, the world’s largest protein producer and the second-largest food production company in the Fortune 500, is looking for a Veterinarian to join our Pork Group Technical Services team. The Pork Group Veterinarian I is primarily responsible for direct interaction with contract producers, and management company leadership in our Indiana/Ohio grow-finish operation. Daily […]
Position Announcement: Swine Veterinarian – Oklahoma
Tyson Foods Inc, the world’s largest protein producer and the second-largest food production company in the Fortune 500, is looking for a Veterinarian to join our Pork Group Technical Services team. The Pork Group Veterinarian I is primarily responsible for direct interaction with contract producers and management company leadership in our Holdenville/Central Oklahoma sow operation. […]
People on the Move: Dr. Carlo Maala
Effective January 1, 2025, Dr. Carlo Maala will no longer be connected with Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health Philippines Inc, where he has served in various regional positions in Asia and the Pacific since 2002. However, he will continue to work with Boehringer Ingelheim on selected projects in a private capacity. Dr. Maala’s updated contact information […]
Position Announcement: Postdoc Research Associate – Clinical Veterinary Toxicology
The Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory in the department of Veterinary Diagnostic and Production Animal Medicine at Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate. Emphasis of this position will be veterinary toxicology (primarily food animal) with exposure to other animal species. The position provides interested veterinarians with a solid, broad […]