April, 2025

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Veterinarians among those cut in extensive layoffs at HHS

AVMA News

Mass firings at the Department of Health and Human Services on April 1 have included nearly 150 Food and Drug Administrations Center for Veterinary Medicine staff members, many of whom are veterinarians.

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Bird Guides of the World: Kim Seng, Singapore

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What is your favorite bird species? I have no favorite bird species. To me, every bird species is worth studying and conserving. Straw-headed Bulbul What is your name, and where do you live? My name is Lim Kim Seng but you can call me Kim. I live in Woodlands, in the north of Singapore. What are the main regions or locations you cover as a bird guide?

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No way out: The pregnant cow who was slaughtered anyway

Animal Equality

She walked in pregnant. But she never walked out. The cow moved slowly—belly full, lungs straining. Workers shouted. Shoved her toward the kill floor. They stunned her. Slit her throat. Hoisted her by her hind legs. Her body swung, limp. Then—a twitch. A tiny calf, still curled in her womb, kicked. A worker sliced her open. Pulled him out.

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How to Maintain Brand Authenticity While Using AI-Generated Visuals

Sales and Marketing Management

AI-generated content is here to stay, but authenticity remains non-negotiable. If AI-generated content doesnt align with a brands established aesthetic, tone and values, it risks looking generic, or worse, inauthentic. The post How to Maintain Brand Authenticity While Using AI-Generated Visuals appeared first on Sales & Marketing Management.

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What Are the Best Sales Tips for Meeting A Quota?

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Meeting a quota can be a struggle for every seller at times in their career. The sales landscape has evolved significantly, with buyers now seeking personalized solutions. Sales cycles are taking longer, and tech advancements have reshaped the sales process. Recent research from Xactly confirms that todays sellers are definitely struggling. 87% of sales teams say they are struggling to meet or exceed quotas.

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Veterinarians on social media share highlights, challenges

AVMA News

AVMA News spoke with several veterinarians and others in the profession on why and how theyre using social media, their unexpected stardoms, and its impact on their careers and lives.

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National Academies of Practice adds new veterinary fellows, professional members

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The National Academies of Practice, an interdisciplinary organization of health care practitioners and scholars, accepted eight new fellows of the Veterinary Medicine Academy and three individuals were added as professional members of the academy in the veterinary medicine category.

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AVMA advocacy evident in recently introduced legislation

AVMA News

The AVMA is actively lobbying Congress on key issues such as rural veterinary shortages and access to essential drugs while also supporting measures aiding pet owners in affording veterinary care and preventing horse soring.

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Utah State provisionally accredited by AVMA COE

AVMA News

Utahs first four-year veterinary college is one step closer to becoming accredited by the AVMA Council on Education.

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AVMA celebrates National Pet Week 2025

AVMA News

National Pet Week will be held from May 4-10 to celebrate the shared bond with pets and promote responsible pet ownership.

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APHIS further postpones Horse Protection Act changes

AVMA News

The U.S. Department of Agricultures Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is postponing the effective date of strengthened Horse Protection Act (HPA) regulations into early next year.

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USDA announces $100M funding opportunity in fight against avian influenza

AVMA News

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced in March a funding opportunity to explore prevention, therapeutics, research, and potential vaccine candidates in its fight against the spread of HPAI (more specifically avian influenza type A H5N1), investing up to $100 million in these projects.

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SAVMA president envisions students working for students

AVMA News

Kyle Jorel Frett, the 2025-26 national Student AVMA (SAVMA) president was installed at SAVMA Symposium in March. He is a fourth-year veterinary student at Tuskegee University.

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Hill’s releases inaugural global cat report amid push to focus on felines

AVMA News

Hills Pet Nutrition has published its inaugural 2025 World of the Cat Report, as the company moves to become more feline-focused.

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AAHA’s second retention study emphasizes surveying employees to understand workplace needs, desires

AVMA News

The American Animal Hospital Associations second workforce-retention study, Stay, Please: Phase 2, released in February highlights the importance of communication and surveys to align expectations among leadership and staff members.

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Minnesota VMA – January 29-February 1, 2025

AVMA News

The Minnesota VMA (MVMA) held its annual conference from January 29-February 1 in Minneapolis. The MVMA seated new officials and presented awards, including the Veterinarian of the Year Award to Dr. James Bennett.

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SAVMA Symposium draws 700 veterinary students to California

AVMA News

The 2025 Student AVMA Symposium in March drew over 700 veterinary students to the University of California-Davis.

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Industry resources keep practices nimble during shaky economy

AVMA News

Introduced in March, the free digital Veterinary Team Utilization Guide from VetPartners covers all aspects of practice efficiency, from workflow to financial planning to technology.

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Beyond museums and monuments

AVMA News

From rooftop cocktails with awesome views to kayaking the Potomac River like a local, heres your guide to Washington, D.C.s less-trodden paths while in town for the AVMA Convention 2025 and 40th World Veterinary Association Congress.

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Educational loan repayment plans in flux after court ruling

AVMA News

The U.S. Department of Education briefly paused enrolling and renewing participants in all income-driven repayment plans to comply with a federal courts injunction. While the online applications for these plans are now available, processing by educational loan servicers is pending system updates.

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Education council schedules site visits – April 2025

AVMA News

The AVMA Council on Education has scheduled site visits to 11 schools and colleges of veterinary medicine for the remainder of 2025, including a comprehensive site visit for Clemson University College of Veterinary Medicine in June.

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Species Spotlight: Scaly-sided Merganser

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The Scaly-sided Merganser is listed as Endangered, with a global estimated population of about 4660 individuals (HBW). Such a small number may also mean low genetic diversity – and indeed, this has been shown (source).

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Veterinary Sector Spotlight: Emergency and critical care veterinary medicine

AVMA News

Attracted by complex cases and helping patients immediately, Drs. Kelly Ross and Adesola Odunayo highlight the rewards of veterinary emergency and critical care medicine. They address misconceptions about demanding hours and stress, urging more to enter the field.

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Three Photos: Nuthatches in Georgia

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Eurasian Nuthatch (Sitta europaea), Lagodekhi Woodland, Georgia, February 28, 2025 Western Rock Nuthatch (Sitta neumayer), Davit Gareja Monastery, Georgia, March 02, 2025 Krüper’s Nuthatch (Sitta krueperi), Kojori Pine Forest, Georgia, March 06, 2025 Photos by Martin Garwood… Source

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Three Photos: Mythical Birds

10,000 Birds

Southern Cassowary, Mission Beach, Australia, 29 January 2024 Shoebill, Mabamba Swamps, Uganda, May 26, 2019 Grey-necked Rockfowl, Lopé Reserve, Gabon, February 13, 2022 Photos by Gabriel Normand. More of his photos on Flickr.

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In Memory – April 10, 2025

AVMA News

Veterinarian obituaries in the In Memory section of the Journal of the AVMA, April 10, 2025

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Birding Lodges of the World: Guango Lodge, Ecuador

10,000 Birds

Which bird species do you think is the biggest attraction to visitors to your lodge? Hummingbirds Sword-billed Hummingbird What is the name of your lodge, and since when has your lodge been operating? Guango Lodge. We have been operating since 2000 How best to travel to your lodge? Guests can arrive by car. We are located 30 km east of Quito.

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Ask a Birder: Do birds play?

10,000 Birds

The short answer is yes – and I will spare you a long explanation how playing needs to be defined first before addressing the issue. The longer answer addresses some additional questions, namely What kinds of play do birds do? Which bird species are particularly playful? Why do birds play? What does play indicate about the birds?

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Three Photos: Yellow-eyed Owls in Shanghai

10,000 Birds

Oriental Scops Owl, Nanhui, Shanghai, May 02, 2023 Northern Boobook, Nanhui, Shanghai, Oct 26, 2018 Short-eared Owl, Nanhui, Shanghai, September 17, 2017 Photos by Kaca This series features three bird photos with a common theme taken by the same photographer. Please contact us if you are interested in contributing your own photos.

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Bird Guides of the World: Melody Kehl, USA (AZ)

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What is your favorite bird species? Green-tailed Towhee What is your name, and where do you live? Melody Kehl, Tucson, AZ What are the main regions or locations you cover as a bird guide? Southeast Arizona How long have you been a bird guide? Since 1991 How did you get into bird guiding?

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