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PVMA's weekly e-news: Week of December 1-7, 2023
Missed the last Vet Bytes? View it here.
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AVMA House of Delegates Summary
The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) met on July 13 and 14, 2023 in Denver, Colorado for its annual meeting. The HOD had a busy session that included discussion of 2 Veterinary Information Forum (VIF) topics, updates from the AVMA as well as 15 foreign dignitaries from international veterinary organizations, leadership elections, and deliberation over 1 house manual change and 9 resolutions.
Read more about the resolutions and results by clicking the button below.
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Compliance Tools From PMVA Partner Certified Safety Training
Certified Safety Training (CST) has two (free!) useful tools for PVMA Members. The first is an OSHA Checklist so you can see exactly how you are doing when it comes to OSHA compliance. The second is a free Workplace Violence course in response to the tragic death of TJ Taylor in Kentucky.
About CST
Backed by more than 30 years of industry experience and Certified Safety Professionals, CST matches industry expertise with customizable, award-winning programming to make sure that customers have the highest-quality safety programs, plans, training, and advice.
For more information on Certified Safety Training’s compliance and education solutions, and a free assessment call 609-375-8462 or email support@certifiedsafetytraining.org.
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Participate in the NAHMS Sheep 2024 Study and Get Free Fecal Testing
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is conducting a National Study on sheep and lamb health, encouraging participation from 4,940 sheep producers. Participants have the option to submit biological samples for testing, including fecal samples for parasites and microbes. Results are confidential and will be shared with respondents.
With over five million sheep and lambs in the U.S., the study aims to provide insights into current health and management practices, building on data from previous studies in 1996, 2001, and 2011. To participate, contact Natalie.J.Urie@usda.gov or visit the NAHMS program page. Surprising facts about sheep, such as the top three states in sheep inventory (Texas, California, and Colorado) and lambing practices, are revealed in the article. For more information, watch informational videos linked in the page below.
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PVMA Membership Dues Renewals for 2024
All individual memberships expiring 12/31/2023 may start their 2024 membership dues renewals.
All dues renewals take place ONLINE through the PVMA website. Log in and follow the steps to renew. PVMA no longer prints and mails invoices, as our system generates the invoice in real time upon the online renewal. You may pay via credit card or a Bill Me option to print out an invoice and mail in a check.
If you have any questions, requested changes to your membership, or are interested in receiving a quote for a Practice Membership, please contact the Member Services team at Membership@PaVMA.org.
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Sarver, Pennsylvania
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Practice Overview:
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Malvern, Pennsylvania
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Newark, Delaware
Part Time
Part Time Associate, Full Time Happy
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Mysterious Canine Respiratory Illness: What We Know
Many Members and patients have become aware of a concerning respiratory illness surpassing typical kennel cough severity. Originating in Oregon, the disease is spreading, with cases reported in states like Colorado, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. Symptoms include coughing, sneezing, potential pneumonia, and more. Vigilance is crucial as investigations continue to understand the illness's nature, spread, and treatment options.
PVMA Member and Chief Veterinary Officer of Heart + Paw, George Melillo, VMD adapted an AVMA press release (linked below) with helpful guidelines for veterinarians to share with pet owners. Click the "read more" button below for this fact sheet and a technical bulletin with general information, originally published by Zoetis in 2017.
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Updated Licensing Form Available from the Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement
The Dog Law Modernization Bill, formerly known as SB 746, has been passed by the legislature to enhance funding for the Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement and elevate public safety and animal welfare standards. Notable changes affecting your operations include updated Permanent Identification Verification (PIV) forms for microchipping and tattooing dogs. It is advised to start using these new forms promptly.
Remember to discard any old forms once you receive the new ones. After December 1, 2023, you can order updated lifetime applications with fees valid until at least December 1, 2025.
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Rabies Vacccination Certificate and Tab Requirements
A reminder that all dogs and cats vaccinated for rabies, including those vaccinated at rabies vaccine clinics, must be issued a vaccine certificate and a tag. These requirements are spelled out in the current version of the Rabies Prevention and Control in Domestic Animals and Wildlife Act. A copy of the vaccination section of the Act is attached. Refer to the following section: (c) Certificate and tag of vaccination. Every licensed veterinarian who vaccinates a dog or cat against rabies shall issue a certificate of vaccination and tag to the owner.
An example of a rabies certificate is available from The National Association of State Public Health Veterinarians as a fillable pdf by clicking the button below.
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Members are eligible for discounted classified advertising in our Keystone Veterinarian Magazine. In addition, relief veterinarians offering their services may run free ads on our website. There is a 100-word limit on ads. Members also have access to PVMA’s Career Center. Just create an account, select Job Seeker or Employer, and post or review ads.
You can submit an ad through our website.
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