February, 2025

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New avian influenza genotype found in dairy cattle

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On January 31, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS) National Veterinary Services Laboratories (NVSL) confirmed by whole genome sequence the first detection of H5N1 clade 2.3.4.4b, genotype D1.1 in dairy cattle.

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On blue chaffinches and moreā€¦

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I was on Tenerife, Canary Islands, last week and I took the opportunity to stay a couple of days longer to revisit some old haunts. As with most volcanic islands, there are few species on Tenerife but they tend to be endemics (at species or subspecies levels) and they are generally quite abundant in their preferred habitats.

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More Than Price

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Thank You: How Credible is AI?

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Study: Three bovine veterinarians unknowingly infected with H5N1

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Serosurvey results published in the Centers for Disease Control and Preventions Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report on February 13 show three bovine veterinarians among 150 tested had been unknowingly infected with H5N1.

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CDC report: Avian influenza found in two cats linked to dairy workers

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Two of three indoor cats sharing homes with dairy farm employees succumbed to highly pathogenic avian influenza infection, indicating the virus may be transmitted via fomites from contaminated environments.

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$7M grant rescues dog study investigating rapamycin for canine aging

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Dog Aging Project researchers will investigate rapamycins ability to extend lifespan and improve health span in dogs.

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AVMA leaders discuss how to strengthen rural veterinary medicine

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The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) asked the AVMA Board of Directors (BOD) to consider prioritizing resources in support of veterinarians in rural practices during its regular annual winter session.

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Microchip companyā€™s closure means pet owners will need to reregister their petsā€™ microchips

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Recent reports of the abrupt closure of pet microchip company Save This Life has prompted calls for pet owners to reregister their chipped pets.

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Texas lawyer to head agriculture department

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The U.S. Senate confirmed Brooke Rollins, a Texas lawyer, as the 33rd secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture on February 13.

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DC boasts activities, from arboretum to zoo, for big and little kids

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Washington, D.C., offers diverse experiences for visitors. AVMA News has compiled a list of activities that AVMA Convention 2025 attendees can do this summer, including exploring the National Mall, visiting museums, enjoying river cruises, and seeing the pandas at the National Zoo.

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World Veterinary Day 2025 highlights importance of teamwork

AVMA News

World Veterinary Day on April 26 highlights the importance of teamwork in veterinary practice, celebrating all professionals working together to provide care.

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AVMA Trust merging LIFE, PLIT

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The AVMA Trust, the organization that provides AVMA members with access to insurance and employee benefit programs, will eventually be providing all of its services and products through one platform.

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US releases first national One Health framework

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The first national One Health framework establishes a unit that brings together representatives from 24 federal agencies to combat zoonotic diseases and bolster public health preparedness.

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Coetzee honored for pain management research in livestock

AVMA News

The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) is awarding Dr. Hans Coetzee the 2025 NAS Prize in Food and Agriculture Sciences.

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Indiana farm exhibitor who violated AWA plans to reopen without exotic animals

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An Indiana farm exhibitor and dog breeder accused of mistreating animals cannot apply for a U.S. Department of Agriculture license for two years. So instead, he plans to reopen to the public in May without exotic animals.

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Phi Zeta presents research awards for 2024

AVMA News

Phi Zeta, the international honor society of veterinary medicine, presented the 2024 Research Manuscript Awards to Dr. Rebecca M. Legere.

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Todd, Weber elected to AVMA Board

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Drs. Libby Coleman Todd and James M. Weber Jr. will be joining the AVMA Board of Directors this July as the District 3 and District 5 directors, respectively.

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American College of Veterinary Behaviorists ā€“ September 28-29, 2024

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The American College of Veterinary Behaviorists (ACVB)recognized by the American Board of Veterinary Specialties as an AVMA-recognized veterinary specialty organizationwelcomed eight new diplomates following the board certification examination it held virtually from September 28-29, 2024.

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Former AVMA President Kratt returning to Board

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Dr. Douglas Kratt, a small animal practitioner from Wisconsin who was the 2020-21 AVMA president, won a special election to serve out the remainder of Dr. Jim Weismans unexpired term on the AVMA Board of Directors.

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VHMA adds office manager certification program

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The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association is now offering the Certified Veterinary Office Manager (CVOM) certification program. The initial CVOM beta examination will be offered nationwide throughout the month of April.

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In Memory ā€“ February 27, 2025

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Veterinarian obituaries in the In Memory section of the Journal of the AVMA, February 27, 2025

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In Memory ā€“ February 13, 2025

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Veterinarian obituaries in the In Memory section of the Journal of the AVMA, February 13, 2025

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AVMA recaps 2024, celebrates record membership growth

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The AVMA House of Delegates received a comprehensive update on the Associations 2024 activities, including record membership numbers, and key legislative and research initiatives planned for 2025.

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Wheatears in the Uvda Valley, Negev desert, Israel

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By Itamar Procaccia, The Weizmann Institute of Science, Rehovot 7610001, Israel Itamar Procaccia is a professor at the Weizmann Institute in Rehovot, Israel, specializing in the Physics of Complex Systems.

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Three Photos: Red Eyes

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Greater Necklaced Laughingthrush, Shanghai Auto-Expo Park, Shanghai, China, April 21, 2024 Mountain Bulbul, Huangshan Mountain, Anhui, China, January 27, 2024 Black-crowned Night Heron, Suide Park, Shanghai, China, October 21, 2023 Photos taken by Falk Wirsam This series features three bird photos with a common theme taken by the same photographer.

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A Most Unusual Forest

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Morelia is a city surrounded on three sides by pine/oak forest. Go a little farther and you can also find different kinds of thorn forests, thorn-oak transitional forest, cloud forest, and high altitude coniferous (fir/pine) forest. But there is one kind of forest that can only be found at a very specific site, right in the heart of the city of Morelia.

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Three Photos: Suffolk Raptors in Flight

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Marsh Harrier, Suffolk Wildlife Trust – Lackford Lakes, March 2023 Red Kite, near Bury St.

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Dial A Cliche: 10 Annoying Birding Cliches

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Of course, we all know that cliches should be avoided like voice messages. Still, they keep cropping up – and some are specific to the world of birds and birding. Here are ten that I find particularly annoying. “Feathered Friends” Just because it is an alliteration does not make it a good phrase. When describing humans, I bet you do not talk about your “Clothed Companions” either.

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Birding Lodges of the World: Atherton Tablelands Birdwatchersā€™ Cabin

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Which bird species do you think is the biggest attraction to visitors of your lodge (please only name one species)? Victoria’s Riflebird (Ptiloris victoriae) What is the name of your lodge, and since when has your lodge been operating? Atherton Tablelands Birdwatchers’ Cabin, since 2016 How best to travel to your lodge?

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