#MeToo in vet med: Shining a light on sexual harassment and assault
Veterinary professionals open up about their own experiences with unwelcome sexual advances, gender-related power plays—and downright creepiness.
Silent shouts: Confessions on sexual assault
Veterinary professionals share their experiences with sexual assault.
Four women pioneers in animal health receive a Feather In Her Cap
Veterinary industry leaders recognized at inaugural event during 2018 VMX.
General Mills to acquire Blue Buffalo for $8 billion
Deal expected to close by the end of General Mills’ fiscal year.
Merck study: Veterinarians have normal mental health but poor well-being
Just 41 percent would recommend the profession to a friend or family member; financial stress is a serious concern.
The Year of the Dog: Death to vacuums, and lidless trashcans for all
Every dog has its day, and now every dog is about to have its year, thanks to the Chinese zodiac.
Two new dog breeds recognized by American Kennel Club
The registry has added the Nederlandse Kooikerhondje and Grand Basset Griffon Vendéen to their list of AKC-recognized breeds.
UBM Animal Care and dvm360 enter strategic alliance with NAVC
UBM and NAVC are rolling out a new veterinary conference experience in San Diego to embrace different aspects of the animal care market.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program in jeopardy
New bill would eradicate program, which offsets student debt through service in a public health position; veterinary lobbyists battle to maintain it.
New year, new partnerships for AVMA groups
The AVMA announces single umbrella trust for AVMA LIFE and AVMA PLIT, as well as collaboration with Veterinary Medical Association Executives.
The chaos of compulsion
Canine compulsive disorder, much like OCD in humans, produces blood and leaves scars—physical and psychological wounds that affect pets and owners. After decades of research in this field, Dr. Nicholas Dodman says there is hope.
Like shoving a marshmallow into a piggybank
Dr. Bo Brock shares the harrowing tale of a veterinarian who battled a cow’s prolapsed uterus and won—but not without a little mud, sweat and swears. |