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House passes updated ethics document, new transport policy

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The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) on Friday voted to approve revisions to the Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics (PVME) and a policy on the transport of animals during its regular annual session in Austin, Texas, held concurrently with AVMA Convention 2024.

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Delegates to vote on policies on humane transport, veterinary ethics

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The AVMA House of Delegates (HOD) will vote on accepting revised versions of a policy on the humane transport of livestock and the Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics (PVME) when the HOD holds it regular annual session June 20-21 in Austin, Texas.

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Artificial intelligence in veterinary medicine: What are the ethical and legal implications?

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AVMA Axon recently debuted the webinar "Do No Harm: Ethical and Legal Implications of A.I." He explains the differences between the regulation of artificial intelligence (AI) in veterinary medicine and human medicine, the concept of AI use risk classification, and how to foster the ethical deployment of AI in veterinary medicine.

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WSAVA guidelines address methods, risks, ethics of pet reproduction

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New guidelines developed by the World Small Animal Veterinary Association cover a wide range of issues relating to feline and canine sterilization, including surgical and hormonal options, as well the health risks and benefits of each.

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AAVMC publishes handbook for use of animals in veterinary education

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An updated resource from the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) is intended to further contribute to progress in the teaching of anatomy at veterinary colleges by promoting effective animal alternatives, supporting animal welfare and animal ethics, and the safety of veterinary students and the animals with which they learn. (..)

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Snowy Owl Ethics

10,000 Birds

When he reached out to ask if he could contribute a piece to 10,000 Birds about about the ethics around the current Snowy Owl irruption in the central and eastern United States we were all for it! “In This quote perfectly sums up the state of the Snowy Owl/birding ethics discussion. This is what most of the controversy is about.

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AVMA updates include new technology entity, PVME open for comment

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The AVMA rang in the new year with a record high 105,000 members, strong financials, and a slate of initiatives for the year ahead that address emerging technologies, antimicrobial stewardship, and the AVMA Principles of Veterinary Medical Ethics and Model Veterinary Practice Act.

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