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|Articles|March 26, 2021
News wrap-up: This week’s veterinary headlines, plus a new podcast episode
Author(s)dvm360 Staff
Check out this week’s highlights.
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We hope you enjoyed the first week of Spring! To celebrate, kick off your weekend by checking out this weeks top headlines and industry news.
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- The American Heartworm Society (AHS) and the Association of Shelter Veterinarians (ASV)
release their joint transport recommendations to educate veterinarians, shelter personnel, and other animal rescue workers on how to safeguard the health of heartworm-positive dogs. - In
the latest episode of The Vet Blast Podcast , Dr. Matt Brunke explains how working at country practice sparked his passion for canine rehabilitation, plus the importance of patient advocacy. - The Association of American Veterinary Medical College has
appointed the first woman Latina Editor-in-Chief of its Journal of Veterinary Medical Education. - Pathway Vet Alliance announced they will now offer
the Veterinary Incentive Plan , which will provide general practice doctors the opportunity to earn up to $225,000 and those working in specialty and emergency care up to $450,000.
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