Equine Veterinarian Leann Kuebelbeck has a long, remarkable career saving lives. But not too long ago, she lost sight of how impactful her role is. This story is about how one special relationship, and a little divine intervention, served as her wake-up call.
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For decades, the Lesbian and Gay Veterinary Medical Association has advocated for more inclusiveness and acceptance within the veterinary community. Now the organization is changing its brand to reflect the inclusion of the entire LGBTQIA community. In this story, two of the leaders of the newly-named Pride VMC talk about the need for this type […]
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Between traditional veterinary care and organizations focused on the welfare of stray animals, there lies a gap—the welfare of animals who belong to low-income people, including the homeless. The Portland Animal Welfare clinic aims to fill this gap. Watch this story to learn more about the organization and what drives the veterinarians who volunteer.
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The human-animal bond is often discussed in abstract terms, but for Susan Nastasi—owner of the Soul Haven Ranch in Winter Garden, Florida—it’s as tangible as the silky manes of her mini horses. In this story, we visit Susan’s ranch and learn about how her horses spread the benefits of the human-animal bond throughout the community.
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The Phoenix Zoo is home to more than 3,000 animals, including 30 species that are endangered or threatened. This diverse population requires specialized care by a team of veterinarians led by Dr. Gary West. We spoke with Dr. West about the unique challenges that accompany the role of a zoo veterinarian.
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Compassion fatigue sits towards the top of the list of issues facing veterinary team members. Dr. Seth Vredenburg, DVM, shares his personal experiences with the condition, and describes his work with Banfield associates to shed light on the issue.
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In this spotlight story, meet a Canadian innovator who went from building sets and props for feature films an museums, to building animal simulators for veterinarians.
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From student loan burdens to the veterinarian’s role in global health—the American Veterinary Medical Association has a full plate when it comes to advocating for the profession. In this spotlight story, AVMA President Mike Topper discusses the biggest problems facing the veterinary community.
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The World Small Animal Veterinary Association now represents more than 200,000 multinational companion animal veterinarians. In this spotlight story, the association’s president explains how WSAVA is making a difference in animal health practices across the globe.
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Making sure pets have a loving home before their owners pass away: one organization is helping bridge the gap with help from veterinarians.
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