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Wrap up: How veterinarians can safely evaluate feline H5N1 cases, and other veterinary news
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- After the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment reported on 6 feline cases of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI H5N1), it published a
guidance document for veterinary professionals assessing these cases of HPAI infections in feline patients. - During an
interview at the Veterinary Innovation Summit, John Honchariw, founder and chief executive officer, Companion, shared with dvm360 what computer vision is and how it can improve veterinary care in the future. - On this week’s
episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360, host Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, sat down with special guest Christopher G. Byers, DVM, DACVECC, DACVIM (SAIM), CVJ, to discuss the recent advancements in treating feline infectious peritonitis within the United States. - A Pacific walrus calf, now named
Little Miss Walrus , was found by the Alaska SeaLife Center (ASLC) abandoned in Utqiagvik, Alaska, and was extremely weak, dehydrated, and had small superficial wounds across her body. ASLC has only admitted 11 walruses to its Wildlife Response Program since its founding, making this rescue rare. - As we continue sharing conference coverage from Fetch Kansas City, check out this recent
article on how veterinary clinics can utilize artificial intelligence to market their services to their community in a way that is not time consuming or as stressful. - Earlier this week, dvm360 recognized
Rainbow Bridge Remembrance Day by partnering withCaring Pathways , one of dvm360’sstrategic alliance partners , to share tips for veterinary professionals to give to clients to help grieve the loss of their beloved pet. - And more!
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