Vet Turned Lawmaker's Bold Plan to Save Colorado Pets
In Colorado, a veterinarian-turned-legislator is making waves with groundbreaking proposals to combat a severe veterinarian shortage. The state, home to approximately 3,800 veterinarians, is struggling to meet the needs of its 2.5 million pets, including a diverse range from dogs and cats to horses and livestock. Findings from a Colorado State University study indicate a staggering 70% of veterinarians are unable to take new animals weekly, overwhelmed by their current caseloads. Representative Karen McCormick of Boulder County is at the forefront of this battle.
Pre-Specialty Purgatory: The Harsh Reality of Veterinary Residency Programs
The path to veterinary specialization should not be laden with financial hardship, mental strain, and restrictive contractual obligations. The veterinary community needs to come together to support future specialists, advocating for a system that is both equitable and supportive of their professional and personal well-being. Change is necessary to ensure that the pursuit of veterinary specialization is a journey of growth and learning, not one of financial and personal struggle.
Review: Covetrus® breakFREE™ Breakaway IV Connector: A Game-Changer in Veterinary IV Therapy
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From Horse Camp to Vet School: Paisley Tucker's Wild Ride!
Long Island University's Class of 2025 has a rising star in Paisley Tucker, a passionate veterinary student whose journey from a childhood horse camp to the halls of academia has been nothing short of inspiring. Graduating with a bachelor's degree in Biology from Southern Connecticut State University, Paisley's unwavering dedication to her dream of becoming a veterinarian has been fueled by a series of transformative experiences.
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What happens when cats get fat? Scientists weigh in
Cat owners want Kitty to be happy, but providing an abundance of food and snacks can have unintended consequences. Feline obesity is on the rise, impacting the health, longevity, and wellbeing of cats. A new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaignlooks at what happens in the digestive system and gut microbiota when cats eat too much.