Fall 2016 by Michigan Veterinary Medical Association

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MVMA Launches New Website

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Winning Front Desk Strategies

New Law Protects Animals of Domestic Abuse

MSU-CVM’s Contribution to the Well-Being of Flint’s Companion Animals

SAMY Has Another Successful Summer

New Ways to Put “One Health” into Action

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Call for Award Nominations

Participate in the Memorial Card Program!

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Run with the PAC!

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Upcoming CE Opportunities

s MVMA moves forward with its strategic plan, the staff has been working hard to upgrade all systems and create a new, more userand mobile-friendly website. In August, we launched our new systems and are excited to have our members take advantage of the newly redesigned website which puts essential information right at your fingertips. Visit MichVMA.org and choose your area of practice— Practice Owner, New Doc, Associates, Practice Staff, and Students—right on the home page to find what you need the most. Or use the easy-tonavigate, newly reorganized drop-down menus across the top to find what you need. Here are a few things you can do on the website: n

MAHF Funds Four Research Grants

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veterinarian and veterinary technician positions—or submit an ad of your own. Improve client education. Print off informational handouts on issues like pet obesity, pet health insurance, spaying or neutering, or save and personalize to make your own. Learn about or join a committee, view an MVMA position statement, donate to or become active in the Michigan Animal Health Foundation, or view past and current issues of The Michigan Veterinarian.

There’s so much to see on the new MVMA website that you should login and experience it for yourself! Help us verify/ update your information by visiting us at michvma.org. Please log in using your email address and your recently created password for the new website. Please let us know what you think of our new website, or contact us if you have trouble logging in at mvma@michvma.org or (517) 347-4710.

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2016 mvma officers & directors officers Dr. Kevin Stachowiak, President Dr. Bruce Cozzens, President-Elect Dr. Lori Penman, 1st Vice President Dr. Mike Thome, 2nd Vice President Dr. Julie Cappel, Immediate Past President Dr. Kathleen Smiler, AVMA Delegate Dr. Stephen Steep, AVMA Alternate Delegate Karlene Belyea, MBA, Chief Executive Ofﬁcer directors representing districts Dr. Joyce Balnaves, (1) Southern Dr. Kristin Knirk, (2 & 3) Michiana & Southwestern Dr. Melissa Owings, (4) Jackson Dr. Lauren Gnagey, (5 & 9) Washtenaw & Livingston Dr. Christian Ast, (6 & 8) Wayne & Oakland Dr. Julie Sherman (7) Macomb Dr. Jamie Snow, (10) Mid-State Dr. Chad Ackerman, (11) Western Dr. Kurt Dunckel, (12) Saginaw Dr. Tom Michalek, (13) Thumb Dr. Anne Shuff, (14) Northeastern Dr. Marcia Izo, (15) Northern directors representing associations Dr. Jeff Bunn, MI Equine Practitioners Dr. Steven Bailey, Southeastern Michigan VMA at-large directors Dr. Erin Howard, Food Animal Dean John Baker, MSU CVM Dr. Claire Hankenson, Lab Animal Medicine layout / design Charlie Sharp/Sharp Des!gns, Lansing, MI printing & mailing BRD Printing, Lansing, MI

n The Michigan Veterinary Medical Association represents the veterinary profession in Michigan, advances the knowledge and standards of its membership, and promotes the science, practice, and value of veterinary medicine for the beneﬁt of animal and human health.

New AVMA Animal Health Studies Database

he AVMA has developed the AVMA Animal Health Studies Database (AAHSD), encompassing prospective veterinary clinical studies in a variety of species and disciplines. The veterinary clinical research community has embraced the database—it currently has 145 published studies and is continuing to add new ones daily. You can access the database at www. avma.org/ﬁndvetstudies.

Winning Front Desk Strategies

e have to give credit to some of the most underrated staff members. All too often, people misjudge front desk staff. From the beginning, many practices hire these managers only thinking about organization. They think that the bulk of their job will end at the file cabinet or computer. Of course traits like organization are great and essential for front desk staff. But in order for your practice to grow, your front desk staff needs to be qualified salespeople, too! That’s right—they will have more interaction with prospective new clients than anyone else. When pet owners see your number on their Google search, the first person they will talk to is the front desk staff. Knowing that these individuals are a key part of your practice’s growth, let’s go over some training strategies that will make your front desk team your all-stars!

1. Give them call examples to study for possible conversations to try. Phone conversations never go as planned, but that doesn’t mean that you can’t give examples of how to answer common questions. This will also help to ensure that they are being cheerful and respectful. On the phone, attitude is everything. You can hear from someone’s basic tone how engaged they are in a conversation, so make sure that your staff sets the positive tone from the beginning.

2. Like an athlete, drill and practice for muscle memory. Simply giving instructions isn’t usually enough. In most cases, it is practice that makes perfect. So have your front desk staff practice with one another or even yourself through role playing real life situations. Have them practice over and over again. Even for busy schedules, this is so critical. Without practice, blunders are almost guaranteed to happen. Have them ﬁll periods of silence with questions about the pet in question. There should be no awkward silence during a

call. When looking up the client’s medical records or when starting a ﬁle, ask what the pet’s name is and its breed. These are questions you will want to know anyway and they help to make a fundamental connection with the caller.

3. Master “feeling the room.” Because these are your practice’s best salespeople, make sure it’s understood from the beginning that they act positive and presentable at all times while in the ofﬁce. This is because they make the entire difference between someone leaving or staying. Make sure that your employees are taking an active interest in your clients— especially the new ones. Make them feel happy and at home. Compliment them on how great their pets are and be sympathetic when there’s a problem. The smallest kind word in a negative time can be the difference between the client coming back or not. “Feeling the room” is one of the most important skills in sales. Giving basic standards will help them to know what is expected.

4. Keep an eye out for negativity… Negativity can destroy any team. People with positive attitudes are going to bring

in more business to your place and that will have a ripple effect on others. Positive phone calls are far more likely to result in a booked appointment than someone who is neutral or even negative. It can be a tough chore to keep problems out of the ofﬁce— but it’s an essential one. In summary, your front desk team must: n n

Model what works Train on the most critical elements that drive client value and experience Become skilled at the emotional drivers of every call and waiting room situation

Remember, a great front desk team can make up for a poor veterinarian, but a great veterinarian will never be successful with a poor front desk staff. It is up to you as the leader to have a day-to-day pulse of your front desk performance, and ensure they have the tools and skills not only to wow your existing clients, but to encourage all potential clients to take the next step and book that critical appointment. If you would like to be put on the waiting list for upcoming webinars focused on maximizing your front desk performance, just send an email to FDwebinar@dvmelite.com. —DVMelite Practice Growth Consultants

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a SAMY Has Another Successful Summer!

s the Michigan county fair season comes to a close, the SAMY team has been privileged to share their knowledge and love of veterinary medicine with fair-goers. The SAMY team participated in the 4-H Animal Science and Veterinary Camp, MSU Exploration Days, Hamburg Family Fun Fest, Eaton County Fair, Ionia County Fair, St. Clair County Fair, and Fowlerville Fair. The SAMY exhibit provides an interactive educational experience for hundreds of children and adults, piquing their interest in animal topics and getting them excited about science. The exhibit also helps attendees understand how to better protect animal and human health.

Meet the 2016 SAMY Student Coordinators

potential of patient care, promoting a trend of excellence in veterinary medicine across the globe.

SARAH DIVEN (MSU·CVM CLASS OF 2019)

Sarah is hoping to become a small animal and exotic pet veterinarian when she graduates. She attended Michigan State for her undergraduate degree and is a big MSU fan. In her free time Sarah enjoys reading and hiking. PATTERSON GELOK (MSU·CVM CLASS OF 2018)

Patterson has a passion for mixed animal medicine with a focus in theriogenology. She moved to Michigan from the Carolinas in pursuit of her veterinary education. Her passion for science and love of nature have contributed to her goal of giving back to society by ensuring pet and livestock are well cared for.

LEAH REID (MSU·CVM CLASS OF 2018)

Leah is a Northern Michigan University graduate. She completed a BS with an emphasis in physiology in 2008. In her spare time she enjoys crafting, crocheting, photography, trail riding, and spending time with her husband. She has three cats and a horse which are her “fur children.” HANNAH TURNER (MSU·CVM CLASS OF 2019)

Hannah is interested in companion animal medicine, and plans to work with cats and dogs either as a private practitioner or as a specialist. She looks forward to a career where she can apply her passion for small animal medicine and client communication.

TAMARA MOIN (MSU·CVM CLASS OF 2018)

Tamara graduated from Wayne State University with a degree in journalism, and has over 19 years of experience working in the veterinary industry. She is a certiﬁed Equine Guided Learning instructor with four years of experience in Equine Experiential Learning. Her responsibilities have ranged from patient care to recruiting, hiring, and training veterinary staff and veterinarians. It is her mission to merge this experience with Equine Guided Learning and expand the 4

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What is SAMY? SAMY stands for Science, Animals, Medicine and You. It is a veterinary “road show” that educates the community on the importance of veterinary medicine and its growing impact on human health. The program seeks to promote awareness of important topics such as multicultural competence, vaccinations, and spay/neutering. Education is done through hands-on activities, workshops, and fun demonstrations.

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THE VETERINARIAN’S ROLE

New Law Protects Animals of Domestic Abuse Shirlee M. Bobryk

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s a veterinarian, you may have encountered the innocent and voiceless victims of domestic violence pets. Numerous resources report that many times a pet is the ﬁrst victim of domestic abuse. Pets can be used as a pawn by abusers to punish an individual for leaving the home, or in attempts to coerce an individual to return home. Child molesters threaten to harm or kill a child’s pet to coerce them into sexual abuse or to force a child to remain silent about the abuse. Domestic relations attorneys know all too well that many victims of domestic abuse stay in the relationship due to threats and fears that their pets will be taken away or abused. Not all domestic abuse shelters accept pets, so a victim of abuse who has a pet often feels trapped. Abusers tell the victim that the dog or cat will be harmed if she leaves the home. Effective August 1, 2016, a victim of domestic abuse who also has a pet no longer needs to face the choice of leaving their abuser and

abandoning their pets or other animals. After nearly a year since a House Bill was first introduced, the Michigan law concerning personal protection orders in cases of domestic abuse was finally amended to include protections for animals. The law allows a person to petition a court to enter a personal protection order (PPO) to restrain or enjoin a person in a domestic violence situation from engaging in certain actions. A PPO is issued upon a court finding that there is reasonable cause to believe that an individual assaulted or threatened to kill or injure someone. Now, a PPO can also be issued if a court finds that the abuser is threatening to or is actually injuring, torturing, neglecting, or killing an animal with the intent to cause mental distress or to exert control over an individual. If the petitioner owns, possesses, leases, or simply cares for the animal at the petitioner’s home, the abuser can be restrained by a court order protecting both the individual and the animal. The maximum penalty for violating a PPO is imprisonment for up to ninety-three days and a fine of up to $500. These added protections to the Michigan PPO laws are significant. According to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, 71 percent of pet-owning women who go to abuse shelters reported that their abuser had injured, maimed, threatened, or killed their pets. Approximately 40 percent of abused women stayed in an abusive home because they refused to leave their pets behind. The Legislature has taken a step towards protecting animals from violence in the home. Veterinarians can also help in the war against domestic violence where animals are involved by enhancing awareness and knowledge in their workplaces about the many resources aimed at animal protection and domestic violence. Some of the ways you can help are as follows:

pet shelter options and domestic abuse shelters that accept pets. Publish the contact information for the local animal care and control officers or law enforcement who can help the victim retrieve an animal from the abuser. Offer to provide a temporary “safe haven” for the animal victims of domestic violence. Build a database of the names of individuals in your community who will take the animals when a victim leaves the home. Make sure that the pet’s vaccination records are in the individual victim’s name. This will help provide proof that the victim owns the pet if the abuser legally challenges the PPO. Develop a protocol in your clinic for responding to suspected cases of animal abuse. Report animal abuse. The Michigan Public Health Code provides immunity from legal liability: A veterinarian or veterinary technician who in good faith reports to a peace officer, an animal control officer, or an officer of a private organization devoted to the humane treatment of animals an animal that the veterinarian or veterinary technician knows or reasonably believes to be abandoned, neglected, or

Post notices at your clinic or have available the names and locations of local

tional forms of animal abuse cannot be tolerated. Since veterinarians have a responsibility to both animals and the public, and may be the ﬁrst contact with an abused animal, they should take an active role in detecting, recognizing, preventing, and reporting animal abuse. The veterinary profession should educate its members to recognize, document and report animal abuse, develop forensic models, discuss legislation concerning reporting by veterinarians, and collaborate with other animal and human welfare groups and professionals within communities to eliminate animal abuse.

There are victims of domestic abuse in every social and economic bracket. Pet abuse is far too often part of the family violence. Including animals in domestic violence protective orders is a step in the right direction. More needs to be done to protect all innocent family members, including the animals. You can help empower your community to ensure the humane care of animals impacted by domestic violence. Research your local resources to assist in reducing domestic violence-related animal abuse, and communicate the list of resources to your clients.

abused is immune from civil or criminal liability for making the report. (MCL 333.18827)

The MVMA Position Statement on Animal Abuse, approved by the MVMA Board of Directors on September 27, 2012, states as follows: Animal abuse ranges from minor neglect to willful and malicious intent to harm. Animal abuse is often an indicator of other forms of violence and studies have shown that there is a correlation between

to ignorance or lack of education, inten-

animal and human abuse. While neglectful acts may be unintentional and related

Shirlee M. Bobryk is a partner at White Schneider, PC in Okemos. She represents a variety of health professionals, including veterinarians, in licensing cases, general business matters, and employment law. White Schneider, PC 2300 Jolly Oak Road Okemos, MI 48864 www.whiteschneider.com (517) 347-7209 MVMA partners with White Schneider, PC, to assist our members. If a member has a legal question, first contact MVMA at mvma@michvma.org or (517) 3474710. If MVMA is unable to assist with the question, the member is referred to the law firm. Members receive free 15-minute telephone consultations as often as necessary. In addition, if a member decides to pursue legal action using the firm, they receive a 10 percent reduction on the attorneys’ customary billing rates.

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DO WE CHANGE LIVES? YES, WE DO!

MSU·CVM’s Contribution to the Well-Being of Flint’s Companion Animals

he MSU College of Veterinary Medicine’s (CVM) recent efforts in Flint focused on the lead contamination in water and potential toxicity to companion animals have helped provide guidance to impacted families. Our clinical, research, and laboratory faculty and staff members, along with development, student services, communications, and dozens of CVM volunteers were essential to our work. The collaborative efforts of our Veterinary Medical Center, Diagnostic Center for Population and Animal Health (DCPAH), and the Michigan Department of Agriculture and

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Rural Development (MDARD) made the initiative possible. Early on in the crisis, the College formed a Flint Core Team, which met regularly to coordinate and guide our involvement in partnership with the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development and the State of Michigan’s emergency response efforts. Drs. Daniel Langlois, John Buchweitz, Hilda Mejia-Abreu, Vilma Yuzbasiyan-Gurkan, Mike Chaddock, and Ms. Kristen Flory were the key CVM members of the team along with MDARD’s Assistant State Veterinarian Dr. Nancy Frank, and the

department’s Animal Industry Division’s response team and representatives from MSU Extension. The primary goals were to identify the extent of the problem, follow up on any needed animal care, educate the public and veterinarians, provide community assistance, and conduct research and discovery.

Education CVM Outreach education efforts included creating informational materials for pet owners and veterinary clinics. The team distributed information for pet owners

through emergency management channels, churches, animal control, MDARD, MSU Extension, and through the CVM website. Informational materials for veterinarians were distributed through MDARD and the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association.

February and May 2016, these volunteers tested more than 300 dogs for lead toxicity.

Research and Discovery

CVM community assistance efforts included six free screenings for lead exposure. In areas affected by the water crisis, we selected locations trusted by community members, which supported the success of the screening events. They were held in

CVM research initiatives included an epidemiologic investigation of lead exposure and clinical characterization of toxicity and treatment. Four dogs tested by DCPAH were found to have blood lead levels of 50 ppb or greater. For this study, blood lead levels of 50 ppb–399 ppb were considered to be “probable” cases of lead toxicosis by MDARD, whereas blood levels of 400 ppb

churches, community centers, the Genesee County Animal Control and the Humane Society of Genesee County. The volunteer screening clinic teams including up to three licensed veterinary technicians, up to three Research and Teaching Technical Support technicians, up to ﬁve veterinarians, faculty from DCPAH, and up to ﬁve veterinary students. This was truly a team effort. Between

or greater were considered “positive” cases of lead toxicosis. One of the lead-positive dogs showed clinical signs that are consistent with lead poisoning, which included weight loss, gastrointestinal distress, and behavioral changes and did require treatment. The team also found a number of dogs that had elevated blood lead levels suggestive of an exposure, but not considered

Community Assistance

toxic. Long-term exposure to high levels of lead can cause neurologic changes in animals. Detailed data analysis is ongoing and will include evaluating blood levels of lead and other metals by location and clinical parameters. In addition, comparisons with ﬁndings in the human population will be undertaken. A peer reviewed publication is anticipated sometime in 2016.

Press Media coverage was not a primary goal for the CVM Flint Core Team, but our work has

drawn signiﬁcant attention. In addition to a presence within the MSU Community’s Flint initiative, The Journal of the Veterinary Medical Association (JAVMA) has written on our work, and it also was reported by the Associated Press and covered by CNN, People Magazine, DVM360, and more. A special thanks to Drs. Daniel Langlois and John Buchweitz for their leadership in all aspects of our efforts in Flint and for the many interviews they did with the media. Everyone in our community can be proud of the way that we came together to serve the animals and people in Flint. the michigan veterinarian · fall 2016

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STATE VETERINARIAN’S BULLETIN

New Ways to Put “One Health” into Action

lthough “One Health” is not a new concept, there are some relatively new ways of describing it and putting it into action. As veterinarians, we tend to only think of One Health when we are coordinating responses to diseases impacting both animals and humans. Those working with wildlife specifically broaden this to include human, wild animal and domestic animal populations. For example, the wildlife-domestic animal interface was identified as a new mode of spread when free-ranging, white-tailed deer were identified as a new source of bovine TB infection in Michigan. Or, the classic example of rabies where vaccination of dogs protects people from the virus spreading from wildlife to dogs to people. It’s also important to remember “wildlife” comes in many forms, as recently ticks have been in the news. This June, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services confirmed a case of Rocky Mountain spotted fever (RMSF) in a child in Cass County [1]. The most commonly encountered tick in Michigan, the American dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis) is a tick that can carry Rickettsia rickettsii, the causative agent of RMSF. Besides animal health and human health, the broad scope of One Health also includes the environment. USDA APHIS Veterinary Services in their 2016 One Health Bulletin says in part:

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The health of animals, people, and the environment are inextricably linked. Environmental health can affect human and animal health through contamination, pollution, and even natural conditions

that can lead to new infectious agents. The “One Health” approach is the collaborative effort of multiple health science professions . . . to attain optimal health for people, domestic farm and food animals, wildlife, plants, and our environment [2].

This broad way of thinking about One Health ﬁts perfectly with a new focus at Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development: Harmful Algal Blooms, also known as HABs. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention considers HABs to be an emerging public health issue [3]. HABs result from environmental conditions in bodies of water that foster the growth of toxin-producing algae leading to illness in both people and animals. Let’s cover the basic epidemiologic triad (agent, host, and environment) for harmful algal blooms. Algae in algal bloom refers to cyanobacteria (blue-green algae) and microalgae. Cyanobacteria are not actually algae, but they are single-celled photosynthetic aquatic bacteria. Microalgae include diatoms and dinoﬂagellates, organisms that are true aquatic single-celled photosynthetic algae. In fresh water, the most common cause of a HAB is cyanobacteria. Some species of cyanobacteria produce cyanotoxins. The range of cyanotoxns includes neurotoxins, hepatotoxins, dermatoxins, and toxins affecting the stomach or intestines [4]. The most common toxin in Michigan is microcystin, a hepatotoxin [5]. AGENT.

HOST. People, pets, livestock, and wildlife including ﬁsh and birds, can all be harmed by toxins in HABs. Exposure occurs through direct contact, ingestion or inhalation. Signs of HAB toxin exposure in animals includes excessive salivation, vomiting, fatigue, staggered walking, difﬁculty breathing, convulsions, liver failure, and death. Death can occur within hours to days of exposure [4].

ENVIRONMENT. Currently, in our area, the best known site for HABs is the Western Lake

Erie Basin (WLEB), though microcystin has also been found in our inland lakes. Factors that promote good growing conditions for cyanobacteria in fresh water include increases in nutrient levels (such as phosphorus and nitrates from run-off); low water ﬂows such as those associated with drought; changes in water temperature, especially increases; and changes in chemical factors such as pH or turbidity [5, 6]. WHAT ARE THE SIGNS OF A HAB? n n

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bad odor; foam, scum, or algal mat on water surface; or may not be visible of the water surface; may look like paint ﬂoating on the water and can make the water look blue, green, brown, yellow, orange, or red [5, 7].

Not all algal blooms are harmful, but if you see signs of a HAB, stay away until you know the water is safe. WHY SHOULD YOU CARE ABOUT HABs?

Veterinarians are in a perfect position to talk to clients about keeping animals away from bodies of water with signs of a HAB. The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has numerous reference and handout materials, including material directly related to animals [8]. Toxicities in animals are reportable to MDARD (1-800-292-3939). While not common, we have had suspect cases reported in dogs and horses. There may also be cases going unreported since this is an emerging issue. Animals can be sentinels for HAB toxicities and MDARD encourages you to report suspect and conﬁrmed cases. Michigan is part of a regional effort to address the health of the Great Lakes, and more recently, inland lakes in Michigan. MDARD’s Environmental Stewardship Division is interested in learning of Michigan inland lakes which may appear to be affected by a HABs. ESD is also attempting to track HABs to help protect animals, which may drink the water, and food crops, that may

be irrigated from surface water. To help us track HABs better, if you learn of HAB situations, even if no animals are ill, contact Joe Kelpinski, MDARD’s Environmental Stewardship Division, at kelpinskij@michigan.gov or (517) 284-5608 or the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Environmental Assistance Center at (800) 662-9278 or DEQ-assist@michigan.gov. Concerns about human illness should be directed to a physician or the appropriate local health department. It’s nearly impossible for a veterinarian to keep up with all the relevant information on animal diseases and toxicities, let alone components speciﬁcally relating to people and the environment. However, One Health is ultimately a collaborative endeavor; and, when you are faced with an animal issue which also impacts people and places, consider consulting with colleagues in associated ﬁelds. Collaboration is sometimes the best way to get to the bottom of a challenging situation—that is what One Health is all about. MORE INFORMATION

Want to know more about One Health and HABs? Here are some references: [1] http://www.michigan.gov/som/0,4669,7192-29942_34762-386960--,00.html [2] http://www.usda.gov/documents/factsheet-one-health-06-16-2016.pdf [3] http://www.cdc.gov/habs/ohhabs.html [4] http://www.cdc.gov/habs/illnesssymptoms-freshwater.html [5] http://www.michigan.gov//deq/0,4561,7135-3313_3675_3691-336800--,00.html [6] http://www.cdc.gov/habs/environment. html [7] http://www.cdc.gov/habs/general.html [8] http://www.cdc.gov/habs/materials/ index.html FOR ANIMAL INFORMATION n

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great lakes veterinary conference MVMA’s Great Lakes Veterinary Conference at Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island was a huge success this year! The weather was great, the food was fabulous, the CE was top-notch and the evening events were lots of fun. MVMA thanks all who participated in the conference. Be sure to join us July 23–25, 2017 at Crystal Mountain for next year’s conference!

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Call for Award Nominations

he MVMA Awards Committee is requesting nominations for 2016 MVMA awards. This is the association’s opportunity to recognize someone who has contributed signiﬁcantly to the veterinary profession or the animals and clients it serves. Nominations should be accompanied by supporting information. MVMA awards include: n

T H E M I C H I G A N A N I M A L H E A LT H F O U N D AT I O N was created to provide assistance for educational and scientiﬁc studies designed to beneﬁt the health and welfare of companion animals, livestock, and wildlife. For over 30 years, MAHF has made a difference in the lives of animals.

MVMA Distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award. Established in 1970 as the Distinguished Life Membership Award, it was retitled in 1992. The award is conferred upon only a few individuals of the highest professional caliber who have completed 35 consecutive years of active membership and have partaken actively in association obligations and otherwise served the veterinary profession in an exemplary fashion at the state and/ or national levels. This is the highest award conferred by the MVMA. W. Kenneth McKersie Service Award. Established in 1956 as the MVMA Service Award, the award was renamed in memory of the late Dr. McKersie in 1989. It is conferred upon a member of the MVMA for cumulative service and accomplishments benefiting the profession of veterinary medicine, the community, and the Association. Only the Distinguished Life Achievement Award ranks above it in significance of recognition by one’s peers as members of the MVMA. MVMA Public Media Award. This award is to recognize a person or organization within the broadcasting or publishing professions for activities that benefit the veterinary profession or the ideals associated with it. MVMA Business Service Award. This award is conferred upon a company that, by its efforts and activities, has promoted the profession of veterinary medicine in any of its many facets in a way that qualifies for an award. MVMA Public Service Award. To qualify for this award, the nominee must be a political official or organization whose efforts have significantly benefited the veterinary profession. MVMA Community Service Award. This award is to honor an animal-related organization or individual, who is not a veterinarian, for contributions that have significantly benefited society, MVMA, or animal welfare. MVMA Merit Award. This award may be presented to any person who has devoted an extraordinary amount of time and effort to a particular project or activity of benefit to the MVMA and/or the veterinary profession.

For more information, please contact the MAHF at (517) 347-4710

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Nominations should be sent to the MVMA ofﬁce by November 1, 2016. Additional information and a nomination form can be found at http://www.michvma.org/?page =MVMAAwards. the michigan veterinarian · fall 2016

MAHF Funds Four Research Grants

VMA’s nonproﬁt arm, the Michigan Animal Health Foundation (MAHF), is a charitable trust founded in 1969 to give veterinarians and their clients an opportunity to fund critical research that beneﬁts the health and welfare of animals. Over the years, the foundation has been involved in a wide variety of research projects for both small and large animals. The MAHF Board of Trustees met in June and evaluated several excellent proposals. Trustees agreed to provide grants for four of the research projects: GROUP SOW HOUSING: A “REAL FARM”

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VIDEO CASE STUDY

QUANTIFICATION OF PLEURAL FLUID VOLUME

Legislation and consumer pressure are leading to a global shift in the way breeding pigs are housed. Gestation crates (GC), in which sows are individually-housed in a confined space, are being replaced by group sow housing (GSH). The GC enables the sow to stand, lie down, and shift a few steps forwards and backwards. The alternative, GSH, provides the sow with space to turn around, perform more normal sow behaviors, and socially interact with other sows. As of April 1, 2020, Public Act 117 in Michigan prohibits the use of crates from when sows are confirmed pregnant to seven days before they are due to give birth. Prior to the transition, Michigan pork producers identified a number of educational requirements, including information on different designs, the costs involved, and employee training to manage group housed sows. Based on this, the MSU pork extension team created several factsheets providing information on the GSH options, and the Sow Housing Options Tool (SHOT), to financially compare the options for converting their operation. Combining the educational requirements, along with the issues identified in a survey of farm personnel, the aim of this project is to create a video case study involving Michigan pork producers with GSH already in place, focusing on the management of group-housed sows. This will assist other Michigan pork producers in transitioning to GSH as they use the video as an educational tool, in addition to the information already available. Providing practical perspectives on the day-to-day management of such systems will help other producers understand what to expect from their new system, and to solve any problems they may have during the transition.

IN DOGS

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Pleural effusion is a common finding in veterinary patients seen with a variety of diseases including right heart failure, pyothorax, and chylothorax. Pleural effusions are suspected based on physical exams, with radiographs as the most commonly used modality to confirm them in veterinary practice. Clinicians subjectively grade pleural effusions as mild, moderate, or severe based on the radiographic appearance, but no method exists to exactly quantify the volume of fluid present using radiography nor can a clinician know the expected volume of fluid return when thoracocentesis is subsequently performed. In humans, computed tomography (CT) has been validated as the gold standard for pleural volume estimation but this modality is relatively expensive and not widely available in veterinary practice. Our objective is to improve the management of dogs with pleural effusions by improving the usefulness of thoracic radiography in fluid volume estimation. A method for veterinarians to use radiography to predict the amount of pleural fluid present and predict how much fluid return should be expected during thoracocentesis would greatly improve management of dogs with pleural effusions, preventing complications such as incomplete thoracic drainage and making repeat imaging after thoracocentesis unnecessary. This study aims to (1) develop an equation that allows accurate prediction of pleural fluid volume in dogs using measurements made on thoracic radiographs, and (2) quantify expected fluid return from routine thoracocentesis procedures in naturally occurring effusions. This will be the largest cohort of pleural effusion imaging studied

and the only prospective study on live patients with naturally occurring disease in veterinary medicine. VITAMIN D PLAYS AN ESSENTIAL ROLE IN OPTIMIZING TRANSITION COW HEALTH

Dairy cattle develop transition period diseases that limit milk production, fertility and increase antimicrobial drug use. Disease risk is associated with increased metabolic pressures and dysfunctional immunity that occur late in pregnancy through early lactation. Dietary micronutrients are crucial for enhanced immune cell functions and improving production efficiency of transition dairy cows. Vitamin D, for example, is not only essential for optimizing calcium homeostasis and lipid metabolism, but more recently is implicated in reducing the pathogenesis of chronic inflammatory-based diseases and reproductive disorders. There are no epidemiological studies examining vitamin D concentrations in dairy cattle and the correlations between vitamin D and health and production. Our preliminary data show that serum vitamin D concentrations were significantly lower in dairy cattle at the time of calving compared to the end of the lactation cycle and late pregnancy. Dairy cattle obtain vitamin D following UV light exposure from sunlight or by ingestion. Diminished appetite during the two weeks surrounding calving may limit dietary intake of vitamin D, leading to vitamin D insufficiency. We hypothesize that vitamin D insufficiency is associated with increased risk of transition cow disease and decreased milk production and fertility. To test this hypothesis vitamin D concentrations in serum samples previously collected and stored as part of a USDA funded study from dairy cattle from five herds obtained before and after calving and at dry-off will be determined by Heartland Assays. Using these data we will (1) determine how serum vitamin D concentrations change with season, parity, and during the physiologic transitions of dairy cattle from dry-off to close up and early lactation, and (2) determine if serum

vitamin D concentrations are associated with disease incidence, antimicrobial use, milk production and fertility. The results from these proposed studies will have an immediate impact on dairy herd health management programs by providing the ﬁrst evidence-based recommendations for serum vitamin D concentrations required to reduce the risk of transition cow disorders. PRESCRIBING HABITS FOR BEHAVIORMODIFYING DRUGS

As the human-animal bond continues to strengthen in the United States, canine and feline behavior disorders have become a growing concern. Use of pharmaceuticals for behavior modification is a common practice in small animal medicine. Yet, most of these drugs are prescribed extralabelly, as only three drugs are currently FDA approved for the purpose of behavior modification in dogs. None are approved for cats. The purpose of this study is to examine psychopharmacologic prescribing habits among veterinary behaviorists and general practitioners in small animal medicine. This study will examine prescribing habits for many commonly used medications including: fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline, buspirone, trazodone, gabapentin, amitriptyline, clomipramine, selegiline, acepromazine, diazepam, alprazolam, and lorazepam. Veterinary behaviorists, behavior residents, and small animal general practice veterinarians will be contacted by social media and via e-mail and asked to

cards with envelopes 10 for $225 / 20 for $425 / 30 for $625

complete a survey. The survey will detail the respondents experience with each medication, frequency with which the drugs are prescribed to dogs, indications, dosing schedule, observed side effects, and perceived success of treatment. Discussion will compare variation in prescribing habits between general practitioners versus board certiﬁed behaviorists and behavior residents, as well as perceived success and observed side effects among drugs. Veterinarians commonly prescribe

generic medications for canine and feline behavioral disorders which, at best, have only small case series to support clinical use. Numerous medications are available which are approved for use in humans but systematic evaluation for canines and felines is lacking.

YOU CAN HELP FUND FUTURE MAHF EDUCATION & RESEARCH GRANTS

Participate in the Memorial Card Program! The Michigan Animal Health Foundation (MAHF) has a new look to help promote its mission to provide financial assistance to individuals and institutions for educational and scientific purposes in order to advance science to benefit the health and welfare of animals. Memorial/Sympathy cards are being offered in two ways—as sympathy cards with envelopes (above), and as a smaller insert to include in your own card (right) which indicates that you have made a thoughtful memorial contribution to the

MAHF in the deceased pet’s name. What better way to show your clients how much you care! Practices can contact the MVMA to order both at mvma@michvma.org or (517) 347-4710. You can also visit the MAHF website at www.michanimalhealthfoundation. com to place your order. All funds received for cards and inserts are tax-deductible and go to help the foundation fulﬁll its mission. inserts: 10 for $135 / 20 for $255 / 30 for $375

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The 5 Critical Mistakes Vets Make with Online Reviews September 8, 2016, noon–1:00 pm

The 5 Crippling Hiring Mistakes December 8, 2016, noon–1:00 pm

Taught by business coaching professionals with over 20 years of experience, these free webinars will dramatically help your team come together and make measurable improvements to your business. Watch your email for invitations to sign up for these great sessions!

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Run with ﬂ PAC ! ensure your voice is heard!

Will You Make a Difference by Donating to VET·PAC?

ET-PAC is MVMA’s bipartisan political action committee whose purpose is to educate state legislators and candidates on issues of importance to the veterinary profession. A strong VET-PAC allows the MVMA the opportunity to share our message with legislators, build relationships, and preserve high-quality veterinary medicine.

POWER OF

10 LEADERSHIP ACADEMY

As a veterinary leader, you know how important it is for our profession to impact public policy and awareness on animal health and welfare, zoonotic diseases, and small business issues. As veterinarians we speak more effectively when we speak collectively. VET-PAC has been working on a list of candidates for ﬁnancial campaign support. Recommendations from VET-PAC contributors and MVMA members have proven valuable in the past and are needed even more for

ave you graduated in the last eight years? If so, consider participating in MVMA’s Power of Ten Leadership Academy! Designed to cultivate leadership skills and provide important real-world learning experiences, the Power of Ten Leadership Academy will provide ten recent graduates (graduated from a college of veterinary medicine with a DVM degree in the years 2009–2016) with 4–5 leadership development sessions over a year-long period. MVMA will provide topic experts, food and overnight expenses (if necessary) at no charge for participants to attend sessions that not only convey the key learning points about leadership, but also deepen the understanding of class members on a number of related topics. Likely topics/sessions will include: n n

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state elections this fall. We look forward to building on VET-PAC’s successful history of investing in candidates with strong support for the practice of veterinary medicine. Will you “run with the PAC” and ensure that your voice is heard? Email us at Belyea@michvma.org with the names of the candidates you’d like us to support and visit MIVETPAC.org to make a donation—or send a personal check to VET-PAC, 2144 Commons Parkway, Okemos, MI 48864. Thank you for your support!

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first: Get your practice owner to commit to supporting your involvement in this initiative since it means you will likely miss four days of work for these important sessions. second: Contact MVMA at mvma@michvma.org or (517) 347-4710 for an application form or visit our website at http://michvma. org/information-for-new-doctors. MVMA thanks Elanco Animal Health and MSU College of Veterinary Medicine for their partnership on this important initiative!

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s you know by now, continuing medical education (CME) for veterinarians and veterinary technicians is now the law in Michigan. Veterinarians will be required to have 45 hours of CME every three years, and veterinary technicians will need 15 hours every three years. MVMA is here to help you obtain those credits through our in-person CE, webinars, and our online CE portal. We’ve expanded our in-person offerings and hope you can join us at some of the following sessions.

SMALL ANIMAL SEMINAR SERIES 10:00 AM–5:30 PM •

EAST LANSING MARRIOTT

september 21, 2016 Practice Management, Amy Breuer and Lacy Seeger october 5, 2016 Genetics, Danika Bannasch, DVM, PhD november 2, 2016 Dental, Brook Niemiec, DVM, DAVDC

december 7, 2016 Feline Medicine, William Folger, DVM, MS, DABVP Feline march 8, 2017 Renal, Mark J. Acierno, DVM, MBA, DACVIM april 5, 2017 OSHA, Philip Seibert, Jr., CVT

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october 12, 2016 Everything I Know I’ve Learned from an Attorney, Dr. Mark Baus (begins with dinner at 6:00 pm) november 9, 2016 Business Model from Patterson University (in conjunction with PBAP), Dr. Amy Grice and others (starts at 1:00 pm; dinner ~5:00 pm)

february 8, 2017 Pathology and the DCPAH, various doctors at DCPAH (starts 6:00 pm; possible wet lab on necropsy) march 8, 2017 Case presentations by You! (Bring your best, worst funniest, etc., case to share; please RSVP so we can reserve time for your case. Begins with dinner at 6:00 pm)

MVMA ANIMAL WELFARE CONFERENCE NOVEMBER 21, 2016 @ 9:00 AM–4:30 PM

Studying Animal Welfare at the Calgary Stampede, Ed Pajor, PhD, Professor of Animal Welfare, University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Production Animal Health The Value of Good Stockmanship, Temple Grandin, PhD, Professor of Animal Science, Colorado State University Who Has the Better Welfare: The Bulldog or the Great Pyrenees?, Lana Kaiser, MD, DVM and Cathy Anderson, DVM Ask Temple: Animal Welfare Q & A Session, Temple Grandin, PhD, Professor

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of Animal Science, Colorado State University Future Drivers of Animal Welfare, Ed Pajor, PhD, Professor of Animal Welfare, University of Calgary Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Production Animal Health Veterinary Forensics for Large and Small Animals, Rachel Touroo, DVM, ASPCA, Director of Veterinary Forensics Therapeutic Riding Demo, Bonnie LePue, ORT

MVMA/MSU·CVM CANINE DENTISTRY LECTURE & WET LAB FORUM DECEMBER 3, 2016 @ 8:30 AM–4:30 PM, MSU VETERINARY MEDICAL CENTER

MICHIGAN VETERINARY CONFERENCE JANUARY 27–29, 2017 •

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Internal Medicine, Dr. Deborah Greco Behavior, Dr. Amy Pike Ophthalmology, Dr. Shelby Reinstein Tick-Borne Diseases, Dr. Rich Alleman Neurology, Dr. Joshua Gehrke Ozone and Ultraviolet Light Therapy, Dr. Margo Roman MSU Resident Presentations

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Michigan’s Right to Farm and Backyard Agriculture, Wayne Whitman Nontraditional Dairy Species in Michigan, Barb Koeltzow Honeybee Pests, Pathogens, and Treatments, Dr. Megan Milbrath Food Animal Medicine for Small Animal Practitioners, Dr. Judy Marteniuk Aquaculture, Dr. Myron Kebus Limiting Inﬂuenza: A Virus Spread in Pigs at Agricultural Fairs, Dr. Andrew Bowman Accreditation Modules

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Immune Boosting, Vaccination Strategies, Dr. Vic Cortese New Tech On-Farm, Dr. Ron Erskine Genomics, Jonathan Beever Backyard Pain Management and Chemical Restraint, Dr. Ricardo Videla Backyard Reproduction, Dr. Jennifer Roberts Modern Ketosis Management, Dr. Todd Dufﬁeld Topic TBD, Dr. Kent Ames

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Topic TBD, Dr. Tara Shearer Topic TBD, Dr. Jarrod Troy Topic TBD, Dr. Lisanne Gallant Topic TBD, Dr. Jamie Kopper Topic TBD, Dr. Stephanie Valberg Topic TBD, Dr. John Peroni

Wildlife Medicine and Surgery, Dr. Florina Tseng Lab Animal (Topic TBD)

Veterinary Technology—Dentistry Equine, Dr. John Peroni

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Feline Heart Disease, Julie Azzopardi, LVT Cardiac Diseases in Dogs, Katie Wenner, LVT Feline Friendly Practices and Anesthesia, Dr. Sheilah Robertson Pediatric Critical Care, Respiratory Emergencies, Toxins, Catheters, and Transfusion Medicine, Dr. Ashley Davis

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Why Hire an MSU CVM Grad?, Dr. Donna Harris Digital Marketing Opportunities, Local Search Opportunities, Using Video Marketing, Storytelling to Connect with Clients, Mobile Marketing, Bill Schroeder

Understanding Clients, First Class Phone Reception, Creating Stellar Service, High Performance Productivity, Unexposed Stressors in Practice, Amy Breuer

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New, Exciting, and Expanded Exhibit Hall Large Animal and Equine Reception MSU CVM Alumni Reception SCAVMA Auction

Contact MVMA mvma@michvma.org (517) 347-4710

Mark Your Calendar!

www.michvma.org FOR INFO & REGISTRATION

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classifieds & relief vets classified ads veterinarians wanted Come join our team! VetSelect Animal Hospitals has an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, caring associate veterinarian to join our well-regarded teams in Novi and Commerce, MI. We are a busy 4-location practice located in an area rich with amenities such as Walled Lake, shopping, restaurants, great schools, and more. Our hospital is fully equipped with ultrasound, full-in house lab, tonopen, digital dental x-ray and more. We have local access to top-notch referral institutions. While experience is preferred, we would happily accept the right new graduate. We reward our veterinarians with superior salary and benefits including health, 401(k), CE, vacation, dues, liability coverage, and more. Interested candidates should contact Dan Monforton at dmonforton@vetcor.com. Meyer Veterinary Clinic in Cadillac, MI, is seeking a FT veterinarian in a busy, 3-doctor small animal practice. Cadillac is located in NW lower Michigan and is known for its beautiful four-season vacation attractions, in the heart of the best of what northern Michigan has to offer. You would be working in a friendly environment with long-term employees. We are a full-service facility, including ultrasound, laser therapy, laser surgery, digital radiography, and paperless records. Please contact Allen Meyer, DVM at 231/775-4104, or at ameyervet@gmail.com. Lakeville Veterinary Clinic in Oxford, MI is seeking an experienced PT or FT (34–38 hours/wk) veterinarian to join our small animal practice located in northeast Oakland County. Applicant must be certified in or have an interest in training in veterinary chiropractic. The position would require some soft tissue surgical experience. Additional interests or passions are encouraged. Our clinic is well-established in the community. Clients are well educated, compliant, and financially stable. In addition to providing traditional veterinary care, we have a well-established chiropractic clientele. We are committed to providing our clients with the highest quality medicine, surgery, and preventative care. The hospital is well-equipped with in-house IDEXX laboratory equipment, ultrasound, therapeutic and surgical laser, Avimark practice software, digital dental radiography, and a highly educated, friendly support staff; paid personal VIN account. Half-day day Saturday, and no Sunday or emergency hours. Please send résumé/cover letter to Andrea at 3500 Lakeville Rd, Oxford, MI 48370, or lakevilleanimalclinic@ gmail.com. Excellent opportunity, FT/PT, for experienced veterinarian in Burton, MI. We have an outstanding

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staff, competitive salary and compensation, excellent diagnostics and laboratory equipment, no emergencies or after-hours required. Potential for acquisition of practice. Please send email to ssrvc1985@gmail.com. We are seeking a FT veterinarian to join our team. We are a very busy full-service hospital for small animals and some exotics. We have a full in-house lab, digital x-ray, and laser therapy. Applicant should be a team player and a multi-tasker. Please send applications attention Eva George to Strong Veterinary Hospital, 29212 Five Mile Rd, Livonia, MI 48154, or to eva. george@me.com. You may visit our website to see our beautiful practice at StrongVeterinaryHospital.com. P/T possible F/T associate needed for busy, wellestablished 4-doctor practice in Riverview, MI. Excellent client and staff communication and low-stress pet handling techniques a must. Surgical experience preferred. We are well equipped with digital dental and whole body radiography, U/S and in-house lab. Experienced and knowledge support staff. We offer competitive salary and benefits including 401(k) and a flexible schedule with no after-hours emergencies. If you have a friendly, positive outlook and want to join a great team, please email your résumé to riv18761@aol.com. Midland Animal Clinic in Midland, MI seeks a PT urgent care associate veterinarian to join our team! Midland Animal Clinic is a full service small animal clinic, located in the Michigan Great Lakes Bay Region, AAHA accredited for nearly 50 years. The facility includes a well-stocked small animal pharmacy and an on-line store, separate in-hospital surgical and dental suites, digital x-ray capabilities, full body and dental, ultrasound, isofluorane/sevofluorane anesthesia, acupuncture, Avimark paper-lite, a closely supervised hospitalization area, and weekend urgent care. This is a great opportunity for a new grad or experienced DVM looking to earn some extra cash. This position is only one weekend per month. More information at MidlandAnimalcl.com. Submit résumés to smoss@ nvanet.com. We are a multi-doctor small animal hospital located in Grand Rapids, MI, looking for a FT or PT experienced associate veterinarian. We practice in a 12,000SF, AAHA-accredited facility with 7 exam rooms, spacious treatment area, and surgery ICU areas. We are equipped with a full in-house lab and imaging abilities utilizing digital radiography, digital dental radiography, and ultrasound. Other diagnostic equipment includes endoscopy, rhinoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, and doppler blood pressure. Our surgery prep and suite feature multiple anesthesia machines, Surgivet monitors, water blankets, CO2 laser, cold therapy laser, fluid pumps, and oxygen cages. We routinely work up and treat many challenging medicine, surgery, and dental cases. We have a well-trained client care assistants, licensed and non-licensed technical staff as well as FT practice managers. We strive to provide caring, competent, and cutting-edge care and maintain a robust well-care program. We enjoy frequent referrals from nearby clinics. Check out our website at CHFA. net. Note: US residents only pay commensurate with skills and experience, excellent benefit package. Mail or email résumé to Cascade Hospital for Animals, 6730 Cascade Rd. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546; email thertel@chfa.net. Love surgery? Want to help end the euthanasia of healthy shelter animals? The PAWS Clinic, a busy nonprofit spay/neuter clinic in Taylor, MI, is expanding. We are seeking a PT surgeon to help us grow in our newly renovated clinic. Training is available to teach you how to safely perform 30+ canine/feline sterilizations per day. Our environment is fast-paced and friendly with a talented, mission-driven staff. Limited direct contact with clients and no weekends. Please send résumé/

cover letter to employment@thepawsclinic.com. Charlotte Veterinary Hospital seeks FT small animal veterinarian to expand our weekend offerings. We are proposing Friday–Monday (four 10-hour shifts) from approximately 8 am–6 pm. No after-hour emergencies. Please contact Robert Nelson, DVM, at dvmpractice@ gmail.com. Veterinarian needed for a busy, well-established small animal clinic in Oakland County. Good benefits package and salary provided. Some evenings and Saturdays are required. Please email résumé and salary requirements to mvcgreader@aol.com. PT or FT small animal veterinarian position available in beautiful Cheboygan, MI! We are a Great Lake community with easy access to incredible recreational opportunities! General business hours are Monday– Friday; we are closed on Saturdays and Sundays. Limited emergency on-call duties on weeknights, weekends, and holidays are shared with four other local clinics. Our team is focused on providing excellent personalized care, compassionate attention to our clients and patients, and seeks quality over quantity in our encounters with them. If you are interested in finding a perfect life/work balance, please contact Robert Nelson, DVM, dvmpractice@gmail.com, or 231/290-0208 for more information. Small animal clinic looking for PT associate. Located in an affluent area in SE Michigan close to water. Very knowledgeable, dependable staff who anticipate your needs. Ultrasound and in-house blood machines available. Interest in exotics a plus. Please email résumé to vetjob67@gmail.com. FT emergency and critical care DVM: Do you have a passion for working up critical cases? Live for the satisfaction of stabilizing a shocky or dyspneic patient? Bay Area Pet Hospital is a progressive companion animal hospital located in beautiful Traverse City, MI. Our hospital offers daytime general practice hours as well as 24/7 emergency and critical care. We are currently hiring for the evening shift with overnight on-call. Position is scheduled 3 nights per week; holidays and weekends are rotated among the doctors. Minimum one year working ECCM or completion of a rotating internship. Our experienced and supportive staff looks forward to meeting you! Send résumé to dr.karen@bayareapethospitals.com. Plymouth Road Animal Clinic is a dog/cat exclusive veterinary clinic located in Grand Rapids since 1969. We are very busy, have an excellent support staff and updated equipment including in-house Heska CBC/ Chem, ultrasound, digital radiography, digital dental radiography, therapy laser, etc. We are seeking a PT veterinarian to join our team, with the potential to become FT. Hours are negotiable, but every other Saturday from 8–noon are necessary. No after-hours emergency. Ideally our candidates would have >3 years’ experience, enjoy client education, and have a good team mentality. Email résumés to plymouthanimalclinic@gmail.com, or fax to 616/456-1071. Garden City Veterinary Hospital seeks to welcome associate DVM to our companion animal practice. Essential qualifications: passionate about veterinary medicine, able to deliver best quality diagnostics and treatment to pets with an attitude of compassion to the pet owner, and sensitivity to their needs. Respond to respondvetad@@gmail.com. Royal Oak Animal Hospital seeks chief of staff DVM to join our dedicated support staff. We are in a desirable location; our clients are dedicated pet-owners. We offer an exceptional compensation package. Reply to respondvetad@gmail.com. Nickerson Animal Health Center, located in Benton

Harbor, MI is looking for an associate veterinarian to join our caring and compassionate team! Nickerson Animal Health Center is located within 10 miles of the most beautiful clean beaches of Lake Michigan. Nickerson Animal Health Center is an AAHA-accredited practice and provides high-quality veterinary primary care, dental care, referral services, and limited emergency services during office hours for a population of approximately 156,000 in Berrien County. Established in 1878, we offer modern equipment, state-of-the-art procedures, and a personal touch with 3 exam rooms, laser surgery, advanced dentistry, digital radiography, microchip insertion, and so much more. Excellent compensation and benefits package. More information at http://www.nahc-vet.com. Please submit résumés to smoss@nvanet.com. Seeking a FT skilled and compassionate associate veterinarian to join our team at Michigan Avenue Animal Hospital in Ypsilanti, MI. Leadership, interpersonal communication skills, excellent customer service, general practice capabilities are required. Looking for a self-starter who is dependable, energetic, and willing to learn, teach, and excel. Competitive salary and benefits. Send résumés to Dr. Ajaib Dhaliwal at mianimalhospital@gmail.com. Rochester Veterinary Hospital in Rochester Hills, MI is seeking an experienced PT associate veterinarian to join our team. Our team takes great pride in knowing that we provide the highest level of progressive pet care while creating lasting bonds with our clients and improving pets’ health. We are looking for an experienced associate to join our 3 veterinarians and highly skilled team. The ideal candidate for this position is a doctor who is passionate about their work, values teamwork, and effectively communicates and collaborates with our existing team to provide the highest standards of care to our patients and clients. An interest in exotics is desired, and a passion for dentistry, surgery, and a strong desire to work in a hospital practicing progressive medicine is a must. We are AAHA accredited and offer digital x-ray, digital dental radiographs, complete in-house lab, therapeutic laser, dedicated surgery suite, surgical laser, electronic medical records, and so much more. Excellent compensation and benefits package. More information at Rochestervet.com. Please submit résumés to smoss@nvanet.com. Well-established 3-doctor practice seeking FT veterinarian for our busy, small animal practice in Belleville, MI. We have an in-house IDEXX lab, digital x-ray, and fully utilized LVTs. Benefits include health insurance, vacation, and paid dues and licenses. Please send résumé to docgag@att.net or call Dr. Graf at 734/740-3114. Two positions available for privately owned, busy, 7-hospital group with a 12,000SF central hospital and 24-hour emergency services. These AAHA-certified hospitals are located in the northern Macomb area. Facilities are award winning, receiving two Veterinary Economics awards, and are fully equipped. The technical and veterinary staff is experienced and dedicated with a board certified owner (ABVP), two residency-trained veterinarians (ACVIM, Theriogenology), and several internship-trained veterinarians. The first opening is a day or night emergency/critical care veterinarian at the main hospital. Duties include emergency out-patient, triage of animal transferred from other hospitals, monitoring of in-house critical care patients, and emergency surgery. We provide flexible scheduling and competitive salaries. The second opening is a general practitioner. Duties include general out-patient care, in-hospital patient evaluation and surgery. Case load is large and varied which provides a unique opportunity to practice high-quality veterinary medicine with support from other experienced veterinarians. Special interests are supported

and would be ideal. Schedules are flexible and salary competitive. Contact Dr. John Wilson or Heidi Dortenzio at 586/752-6217 or email h.dortenzio@sbcglobal.net. Limited time offer $10K signing bonus! Westland Veterinary Hospital in Westland, MI and Lake Huron Veterinary in Port Huron, MI are hiring. We have excellent facilities and equipment. CE, licensing, vacation, heath insurance and 401(k) provided. Base salary and production bonuses based on experience. We offer owner partnership opportunities to hardworking veterinarians who exhibit quality veterinary and business skills with no money out of pocket. Generous signing bonus available. Contact Dr. Dhillon at dhillondvm@gmail.com. FT associate needed for 3-doctor companion animal practice in Fremont, MI. Great support staff and friendly small town atmosphere. Interest in surgery and dentistry preferred. Contact Dr. Dick Russell at 231/924-4940 or fremontanimalhospitalmi@gmail.com. FT or PT associate veterinarian needed for a wellestablished small animal practice in Southfield, MI. Dworkis Dog & Cat Hospital is fully equipped with surgical, ultrasound, digital x-ray, and in-house laboratory. New graduates will be considered. We offer competitive salary and benefits. Please send résumé to Dr. Sahota at drsahota@hotmail.com. Milwood Animal Clinic in Portage is seeking a FT associate possessing experience with and a passion for avian, reptile, and exotic small mammal medicine. Exotic species patients comprise 20% of our caseload. In addition to exceptional medical and surgical abilities, candidate must have excellent client communication and low-stress pet handling skills. We are known for our compassionate care for clients and their beloved companions. Our clinic is well equipped with Abaxis chemistry machine, digital radiography including dental, iM3 dental unit, ultrasound, tonopen, blood pressure, pulse ox, Bair Hugger, IV fluid pump, and more. Our staff is highly trained to allow you to focus on practicing high-quality veterinary medicine. No after-hours on call. Send résumé to karenupdike@ gmail.com. Well-established, 4-doctor AAHA practice seeking a FT veterinarian for our busy, small animal practice in Lansing. We have an in-house IDEXX laboratory, digital radiography (w/digital dental), fully utilized LVTs, etc. Responsibilities include surgery, dentistry, out-patient/wellness visits, with rotating weekends; after-hour emergencies are referred. Benefits include health and liability insurance, CE allowance, vacation, simple IRA, and paid dues. Experience preferred, but new graduates will be considered. Please email résumé to waverlyanimalhospital@gmail.com. FT associate veterinarian needed for a well-established small animal practice in SE Michigan. AAHA certified over 50 years. Hospital is fully equipped with surgical laser, ultrasound, IDEXX digital x-ray, in-house laboratory, and Cornerstone software. No after-hour

emergencies. Benefits include health insurance and retirement accounts. Send résumés to Dr. Rick Nurse, 22300 Greater Mack Ave, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080, or m.vethospital@sbcglobal.net. Established practice currently seeking a FT veterinarian for an AAHA-accredited practice in Birmingham, MI. We are a well-equipped, busy practice. Experience is preferred; see our website GasowVet.com. Please send résumé to f.blaski@hotmail.com or fax to 248/644-6123. Busy, well-established small animal practice in Marquette, MI seeking FT veterinarian who is hardworking, dedicated, and experienced, and wants to embrace everything the beautiful Upper Peninsula offers. Live where you want to vacation. Integrated hospital with in-house lab, digital radiography, orthopedic surgery, and ultrasound. Competitive salary/benefits. Marquette has been recognized as one of the most desirable places to live in the USA. Come be part of what Lake Superior, the culture, and the wonderful people have to offer. A regional human hospital and an university are also located in Marquette which brings a great deal of diversity and learning to the population. Lots of outdoor activities, bike trails, boating, fishing, skiing, and northern lights can be yours here in the Marquette area. This is a beautiful, low key place to live and practice medicine. Get away from the busy city scene. Graduate veterinarian with active DEA license. Contact Dr. Tim Hunt at 906/249-5667. Seeking FT veterinarian for busy, well-equipped small animal practice in the Kalamazoo area. Must be a friendly, compassionate, multi-tasker wanting to practice high quality medicine. Good communication skills a must. Please send résumé to drsauer2@yahoo.com. Veterinarian wanted, preferably FT, for general practice in Three Rivers, MI. Crossroads Veterinary Clinic is a long-established and well- modern practice. We have a great, well-trained, and friendly staff, reasonable hours of operation and a family friendly attitude toward our employees. In-house lab, digital radiograph, dental radiograph, ECG, surgical laser, cold laser, two surgical suites and a beautiful building help in making this a great place to practice. Contact William Sands at 269/278-1345, wcsands3@gmail.com or CrossroadsVeterinaryClinic.com. PT or FT veterinarian needed for a busy, multi-doctor, AAHA practice in Livonia, MI. Excellent long-term support staff. Well-equipped hospital with in-house bloodwork, surgical and therapy lasers, digital and dental x-rays. Well established clientele. Please send résumé to levanvet@levanvet.com, fax 734/464-7203, or call Nancy at 734/464-6281. Looking for a third veterinarian for our progressive dog and cat practice in Oakland County. We take pride in practicing high-quality medicine with help of excellent trained staff, advanced technology, diagnostics, and laboratory. We have excellent client base. Veterinarians with 2–3 years’ experience and willing to improved surgical and medical skills are encouraged to apply.

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Fresh graduates with excellent people skills will also be considered. We like to teach fresh graduates. Please send your résumé to Staffsearch85@yahoo.com. Small animal general practice looking for a FT/PT veterinarian, located in Rochester, MI. barkhamc@ hotmail.com. Career Opportunity: small animal or mixed veterinarian. Household pets are our practice’s primary focus. This emphasis will continue as the practice moves into servicing the needs of new species. The new associate may elect to help in developing this opportunity or focus exclusively on household pets. Opportunity to refine and augment one’s skills as a veterinarian, understand the dynamics of identifying and meeting the veterinary needs in areas that are currently underserved, and learn the art of starting and developing a veterinary practice. Must be open to learning and expanding one’s knowledge of veterinary medicine. Open minded and teachable. Client and patient care superseding one’s self interest. Willing to take the time and effort to effectively communicate to the client. Willing to offer clients access to the best care. Genuinely curious and willing to reach out to the best in the field for advice and guidance. We have identified several areas in need for veterinary services including exotics, pocket pets, small ruminants, and farm animals. Applicant may elect to focus on household pets exclusively. Review our ad on line at the AVMA career center and visit our website. Contact Dr. Tom Parell at tparell@yahoo.com. FT small animal veterinarian needed to join a progressive, AAHA-accredited companion animal hospital in Saginaw, MI. Candidate must have a positive attitude with clients and co-workers, and possess a strong regard for animal welfare. Our practice is moving towards paperless, and we are well-equipped with an in-house lab, digital radiography, ultrasound, ECG, and Class IV therapeutic laser. We offer an excellent benefits package, including Simple IRA, medical insurance, ample CE opportunities, and vacation time. Salary will be based on experience. No emergency or weekend hours required. New graduates or recent graduates are encouraged to apply. An interest in surgery and dentistry desired. Please contact Joni Smith, Practice Manager, at dustyladd48612@sbcglobal.net. FT veterinarian needed for well-established small animal clinic located in Addison, MI. We are a pastfaced, walk-in and appointment-based facility. We offer out-patient care, in-hospital patient treatment, and in-house diagnostics. Applicants must practice a high standard of medicine, surgery, and customer service. Send résumés to Dr. Andrew Kelley via email: avcpc1@gmail.com, fax: 517/547-5185, or mail: 6690 N. Rollin Hwy, Addison, MI 49220. Associate FT or PT is needed as a third veterinarian in full-service, well-established, well-equipped SA hospital in Waterford, MI. We are looking for an outgoing person who enjoys making friends with both clientele and their pets, and keeping up on good medical and surgical principals. We work closely with the local specialty practice. We offer a comfortable working schedule with great long-term support staff, paid dues, license, CE, competitive salary and benefits, and no AHC. We welcome new graduates (and are willing to mentor if needed) as well as experienced veterinarians. Please email résumé to wvhvet@aol.com. Great opportunity to continue to grow as a veterinarian and be part of our family atmosphere. We are looking for a kind and compassionate veterinarian to join our practice in our new, beautiful 12,600SF facility in Westland. In-house laboratory, x-ray, and ultrasound. We are looking for an experienced veterinarian; strong soft tissue surgery skills are a plus but not required. We will also consider a new graduate. We are true animal lovers and are heavily involved in all aspects

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of rescue. Wonderful support staff and great clientele. We are interested in a dedicated, caring veterinarian who wants to promote our clinic values of great communication, strong client relationships, and exceptional veterinary care. If you would like to be part of a true family atmosphere and join our team, please contact Dr. Steve via email at healthypawsvet@gmail.com. PT (30–35 hours/wk) associate veterinarian position available for growing, busy 3-doctor practice in the West Michigan area. Good communication skills and the ability to be a team player are a must. Excellent compensation package, incentives, and benefits. We have Avimark software for electronic medical records, digital radiography—both dental and full body, and surgical and therapy lasers. New or experienced veterinarians are welcome to apply. Check us out at ClydeParkVet.com! Please send résumés to Michele Jourdan, AVA, CVPM, 4245 Clyde Park Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49509 or email them to manager@ clydeparkvet.com. veterinary technicians wanted Animal ER Center & Animal Rehab & Fitness Center in Commerce, MI is looking for emergency and rehabilitation technicians to join our team. This AAHAaccredited hospital offers many opportunities for a self-motivated, energetic, and compassionate person to utilize their technical talents and learn new skills. To be eligible, applicants must be an LVT or have several years of experience in a veterinary practice. Are you a team player looking to utilize your skills? Our technicians play a vital role in the treatment and care of our patients. This position is FT and includes some weekend hours. Benefits include health/dental/ life insurance, 401(k), competitive wages, pet care discounts, flexible spending, CE, and vacation. For more information on our center, we invite you to visit our Facebook page Animal Neurology, Rehab & ER Center or contact Angie Heighton at angie@ animalneurology.com, 248/960-7200. Highland Veterinary Hospital seeks a FT and PT veterinary technician for our busy, small animal/exotic practice. We fully utilize and value our technicians. We are proud of our compassionate, fun, and dedicated team. The Highland area is a great place to live and work! Competitive benefits and wages. Please send résumé to myhighlandvet@yahoo.com, or fax to 248/889-4255. We look forward to meeting you! LVT needed for a busy, well-established, small animal clinic in Oakland County. Good benefits package. Salary commensurate with experience. Some evenings and Saturdays are required. Please email résumé and salary requirements to mvcgreader@aol.com. Plymouth Road Animal Clinic is a dog/cat exclusive veterinary clinic located in Grand Rapids. We are very busy, have an excellent support staffm and updated equipment including in-house Heska CBC/Chem, ultrasound, digital radiography, digital dental radiography, therapy laser, etc. We are seeking a PT LVT or very experienced assistant to join our team, with the potential to become FT. Hours are negotiable, but every other Saturday from 8–noon are necessary. No after-hours emergency. Ideally our candidates would have >3 years’ experience, enjoy client education, and have a good team mentality. Email résumés to plymouthanimalclinic@gmail.com, or fax to 616/456-1071. Eastwood Veterinary Hospital is a progressive, small animal hospital located in Eaton Rapids, MI. The hospital was fully remodeled in 2016 and is equipped with a full lab, digital x-ray, dental radiography, ultrasound, and many other diagnostic tools. We currently have two positions open. We are seeking an LVT or experienced veterinary assistant to work 20–30 hours a week. There is also an opening for an experienced receptionist to

work 20–30 hours. All candidates must have previously worked in a veterinary hospital, have flexibility with their schedule, and be able to split Saturday duties. Must be a team player who is relaxed and can respond well to the various challenges of veterinary medicine. Please call us 517/663-1601 for more information or send your cover letter and résumé to eastwoodvh@ gmail.com. Visit our website to learn more about us at EastVet.com. FT or PT position available for a veterinary technician or student in veterinary technician program at a wellestablished, small animal practice in Dearborn Heights. Opportunities include in-house lab, radiology, dentistry, surgical prep and assistance, anesthesia monitoring, nursing care, and client education. Competitive compensation package including paid holidays and continuing education. Wage commensurate with experience. Please contact Dr. Gerry Lapshan, 23520 Ford Rd, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127; call 313/562-3422 or email Lapshan6@aol.com. VCA Allen Park Animal Hospital, a small, 2-doctor, AAHA-accredited practice in Allen Park, MI is looking for a friendly and hard-working veterinary technician. We are team devoted to providing our patients, their families, and their veterinarians, with high-quality patient care and excellent client service. We are seeking an LVT or experienced veterinary technician with solid technical skills looking for a FT position. Benefits, IRA, pet benefit, and vacation after 90 days. Contact sandra. vaillancourt@vca.com, 313/928-9100. Hard-working, compassionate, and motivated LVT or experienced assistant needed at Michigan Avenue Animal Hospital. We are a small animal practice located in Ypsilanti/Ann Arbor area. Competitive salary, benefits, and flexible hours. Please email résumé to mianimalhospital@gmail.com. Animal Medical Center of Saline is seeking a FT LVT for our growing 2-doctor animal hospital. Must possess good interpersonal skills and good client communication. We offer competitive wages and benefits. This position is for our day shift with limited Saturday responsibilities. Please apply at amcofsaline@ yahoo.com. FT or PT LVT or assistant for busy small animal practice. Great hours, no weekends. At least one year of veterinary clinic experience required. The right candidate will be confident, able to work at a fast pace, and multitask. Also must be flexible to help out in all areas of the clinic. If interested in a career with us, contact Webberville Animal Clinic at 517/521-4207; email résumé to webbervilleanimalclinic@yahoo.com. We need a leader for our patients. Richland Animal Hospital in Richland, MI (8 miles NE of Kalamazoo) is seeking an LVT for an immediate FT position. We are a growing 3-doctor practice. We desire an individual who enjoys all aspects of patient care and is proficient in medical and surgical procedures. We offer a generous benefit package and a loyal, caring team. Send a résumé to amie.kolstad@richlandah.com or call 269/629-9010. PT or FT LVT needed at an AAHA clinic in Jackson, MI. Columbia Animal Clinic is seeking a dedicated, enthusiastic professional to join our team as a LVT. Position offers competitive wages and generous benefits package! Email résumé to manager@columbiaanimalclinic.com. M-20 Animal Hospital in Midland, MI is seeking a FT certified (LVT) or experienced veterinary technician for our growing 2-doctor, small animal practice. We are looking for a compassionate individual to join our team. Must possess good client communication/telephone skills as we promote client education and customer service. Services provided include in-house bloodwork

(IDEXX Procyte/Catalyst), digital x-ray, ultrasound, and dental. No weekends or emergency hours. Send résumé to buschdvm@gmail.com. Mackenzie’s Animal Sanctuary is seeking a FT LVT with at least 3 years’ clinical experience. Must be enthusiastic, self-motivated, possess strong communication, both written and verbal, excellent organizational, and problem-solving skills. Duties will include, but are not limited to, triage emergencies, monitoring anesthesia, surgical assistance, radiology, patients for referrals and emergencies, and assist with managing the veterinary building. Please visit Mackenzies.info for a detailed job description and to fill out our application. Seeking FT LVT for a well-established small animal clinic in Southfield, MI. New LVT graduates will be considered. Position requires weekend and evening hours. Send résumé to Dr. Sahota at drsahota@hotmail. com, or call 734/306-7781. Seeking FT LVT for a fast-paced, 2-doctor, small animal clinic in the Dexter area. Services provided include in-house labs, digital x-ray, digital dental x-rays, and ultrasound. Looking for a team leader with good communication skills. Position requires Saturday hours. Competitive wages and benefit package, Send résumé to Laurie at ter9607lau@chartermi.net. Gasow Veterinary Hospital in Birmingham, MI is currently seeking one FT or two PT LVTs to join our practice. We are a well-equipped, busy hospital. Our ideal candidate would be experienced with good communication skills. We offer competitive pay with a nice benefit package. Please send résumé to f.blaski@ hotmail.com or fax to 248/644-6123. Town Center Veterinary Associates is looking for a PT LVT at our growing companion animal practice in Howell, MI. Rotating Saturday hours required. Certified (LVT) or experienced veterinary technician with good client communication and telephone skills. Looking for someone who is compassionate and caring, works well with our team, and is able to handle multiple unrelated tasks simultaneously while working in a busy environment. We are a full-service facility providing the best in patient care, with digital radiography, in-house lab, surgical, and dental services. Please email résumé to corbettveterinaryservices@gmail.com. Gaide Veterinary Hospital is looking for a veterinary technician/assistant. We are a progressive, fast-paced, 6-doctor practice specializing in small animals including exotics. Our veterinary assistants/technicians perform laboratory procedures, surgery preparations, anesthesia monitoring, intravenous catheter placement, and some client contact/telephone communications. Hourly salary will be based on experience. We also offer paid vacations, 401(k) retirement plan, discounted veterinary services, and we provide uniforms. If you are interested in a career working in a friendly environment with great coworkers and clientele, please submit your résumé to Gaide Veterinary Hospital, 539 N. Blackstone St, Jackson, MI 49201; email gaidevet@aol.com. PT/FT experienced LVT wanted for small animal general 2½ doctor practice. Rochester area. barkhamc@ hotmail.com. FT veterinary technician wanted for small animal clinic located in Howell. Competitive wage with benefits including health care. Please send résumé to jlfreiddvm@aol.com. practices & equipment for sale Grand Rapids, MI veterinary real estate for sale or lease. Building offers 4 exam rooms, 3 Dr. offices, trtmt, recovery, surgery, x-ray and 4,500SF of indoor/ outdoor kennels. Contact Joe Rizquallah for details: 616/822-6310. jrizqallah@signatureassociates.com.

South central Michigan SA practice grossing $3.2M with real estate. Well managed and very proﬁtable. Contact Total Practice Solutions Group, Dr. Kurt Liljeberg, 800/380-6872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com.

in Grand Rapids and surrounding areas. Will travel. Friendly, excellent client communication. References. Completed rotating and surgical internships. kbegin4@ gmail.com.

Northwest Detroit suburbs small animal practice for sale grossing $585K. Beautiful facility, nicely equipped, and great curb appeal. Contact Total Practice Solutions Group, Dr. Kurt Liljeberg, 800/380-6872, or kurt@ tpsgsales.com.

Sharisse Berk, DVM, 248/851-0739. MSU 95. Available for SA relief or part-time work in southeast MI.

Copper Country in the Upper Peninsula. Small animal practice grossing $980K for sale. Hospital is well equipped. Practice price $500K and real estate $425K. Contact Total Practice Solutions Group, Dr. Kurt Liljeberg, 800/380-6872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com. When buying or selling a veterinary practice, rely on the expertise of the Total Practice Solutions Group. See our display ad this issue. Even if you plan to sell your practice yourself, contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg for a free consultation. We would be happy to help. 800/380-6872 or kurt@tpsgsales.com. Bay County, MI. A great investment—reduced price! Profitable small animal in a 2,500SF facility on nearly 1/3 acre with highway frontage. Two exam rooms. Indian River County, FL. Feline! Beautiful 1,765SF freestanding leasehold. PS Broker, Inc. 800/636-4740, PSBroker.com; info@psbroker.com. 19-foot mobile veterinary clinic for sale. Well-maintained LaBoit 1998 Ford mobile veterinary clinic in Boyne City area. Includes all hand tools and supplies. Electric double-doors; anesthesia with vaporizer includes regulator, dual E tank bracket, oxygen line, evacuation system; x-ray arm. 104,000 miles, all systems are operable at time of listing: $49,900. Contact 949/305-3493, bbarrett@barrcomm.net. Genesee County, MI, solo small animal practice for sale, including real estate. Well-established practice with nice 1,800SF clinic located in busy commercial part of town with easy access to major interstate highways. Two exam rooms, spacious treatment area, and comfortable reception/waiting area, with separate surgery room and ample kennel space. This practice has lots of opportunity for growth through excellent marketing, expanded services and office hours. Please call 810/962-0600. Are you ready to buy or sell a veterinary practice? I can help. Valuations, consultations, sales. Former owner of Westborn Animal Hospital in Dearborn, MI. 15 years of selling only veterinary practices—I can sell yours. Contact Dr. Fred Zydeck, Broker, at fzydeck@ aol.com or 248/891-3934. Member, Veterinary Practice Sales Group. Well-established practice in Webberville, within a 15 minute ride of the College of Veterinary Medicine in East Lansing, MI. This well-established, well-equipped, profitable small animal practice grossing almost $400K can be yours for only $375K including a beautiful 2,500SF clinic in excellent condition. Contact Dr. Fred Zydeck, Broker, at 248/891-3934 or email at fzydeck@aol.com.

relief veterinarians Norman Bayne, DVM, MS, 248/506-1104. MSU 81. SA relief work in southeast MI. Will travel. Friendly, excellent client communications skills. norman@ baynevet.com. Cari Bedore, DVM, 810/965-8350. MSU 99. SA relief and/or PT 1 hour from Flint. Enjoy working in a positive team atmosphere doing medicine and surgery. Kirsten Begin, DVM, 616/446-3154. MSU 09. SA relief

Rhonda Bierl, DVM, 248/467-1987. MSU 00. SA/ emergency relief within 1 hour of Pontiac. General medicine, soft-tissue surgery, ultrasound experience. houserrh@yahoo.com. Tama Cathers, DVM, 269/203-6800. NCSU 96. SA relief and PT. SW Michigan, w/in approximately 1 hour of Kalamazoo. Calm, friendly, thorough, team player. Amanda Charney, DVM, 313/212-9305. MSU 12. Southeast MI: SA medicine, routine surgery. Great communication skills, friendly, travel within approximately 1 hour of Dearborn. References and résumé available. charney2dvm@yahoo.com. Aimee Cochell, DVM, 616/558-4905. Ross 01. Available for SA relief in Grand Rapids area. Willing to travel. Good client communication skills. References. abctochell@ comcast.net. Daniel Cole, DVM, 551/486-0923. MSU 12. Small animal general medicine/emergency. Relief and PT. Internship trained. Competent and comfortable with soft tissue surgery and general medicine. Excellent records and client communication. Within 1½ hours of Brighton, but willing to travel further for certain situations. danthecole@gmail.com. Jenna Corbett, DVM, 616/635-6286. MSU 10. SA/ exotic relief in SE Michigan/Lansing area. General medicine, 3 years emergency, soft tissue surgery, and ultrasound experience. References/résumé available. jennacorbettdvm@gmail.com. Kenneth Corino, DVM, 248/217-5235. MSU 94. SA relief work. SE MI, medicine and surgery. corinodvm@ aol.com. Nichole Corner, DVM, 616/634-9777. MSU 99. SA relief work in Grand Rapids/Kalamazoo area. Excellent client communication skills. References available. haweslake@charter.net. Jennifer M. Dec, DVM, 248/224-1990. MSU 04. Small-animal general practice and emergency relief. Surgery, ultrasound, and excellent communication skills, drrockstarbc@gmail.com. Susan Drapek, DVM, CVA, 517/663-0428. MSU 90. Available within two hours of Lansing. Relief experience since 1997. Small-animal medicine, surgery, and acupuncture. smdrapekdvm@sbcglobal.net. Emery Engers, DVM, 734/717-2608. SA relief or PT in Oakland County/SE Michigan, including Saturday and Sunday. Strong medical and surgical skills, dentistry. Friendly and compassionate, high quality care. engersem@gmail.com. Marj Field, DVM, 734/658-4774. MSU 90. SA/exotic/ emergency relief work in southeastern MI. Excellent client service, comfortable surgeon, high ACT, and able to multitask. Extended travel can be negotiated. marj.ﬁeld@me.com. Edward Greene, DVM, 517/812-1540. MSU 59. SA relief. Competent medical/surgical skills. Cheerful interactions with your clients and staff. Your practice procedures adhered to. LuckyPetVet@comcast.net. Lisa Harris, DVM, 616/261-4743. MSU 89. Available for relief in Grand Rapids/Lakeshore area. Experienced SA medicine and surgery, avian, exotics. Friendly, good communicator. drllharris@gmail.com. Sharon Rose Henn, DVM, 616/723-4314. MSU 01. SA, Grand Rapids and western MI; may travel. 10+

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years’ experience. Friendly, helpful, excellent client education, adaptable. Soft tissue surgery, dentistry. hennshar@hotmail.com. Sean D. Hughes, DVM, 517/552-0993; 734/6747061. MSU 76. SE Michigan SA relief since 1999. Part-time. Prefer SE; will travel for right circumstances. HughesDVM@aol.com. Cindy Kalicki, DVM, 313/291-2466. MSU 94. Eight years full-time, two years relief in SA general medicine/ soft tissue surgery. SE MI, part-time or relief.

Lansing area. References upon request. kparnelldvm@ comcast.net. Amy Peck, DVM, 231/557-4423. MSU 97. Available for relief in west MI/Grand Rapids/Lakeshore area. SA general medicine. Excellent communication skills, experienced and reliable. apeckdvm@gmail.com Bob Schleiffarth, DVM, 269/921-0570. SA relief. Over 30 years’ ownership experience. Coverage for western MI, based in Onekama. Kawnipi2@att.net.

Charlotte Kim, DVM, 517/643-4069. MSU 08. SA relief work in SE Michigan. Soft tissue surgery and medicine. Friendly and dependable. kimcharl0824@ gmail.com

Teri Sexton, DVM, 517/231-1256 cell, 517/371-2930 home. MSU 92. Weekends only. SA work w/in 1 hr. of Lansing. Can make your clients and staff feel at ease. Strengths: dermatology, soft tissue surgery. TeriLSexton@earthlink.net.

Selena Lucas, DVM, 734/330-5048. KSU 90. Flexible and friendly, excellent client communication skills. Proﬁcient in surgery, medicine, and dentistry. Available in SE Michigan. slucasdvm@gmail.com.

Jim Sharp, DVM, 810/533-3598. MSU 71. SA relief, SE Michigan. Former practice owner. Proﬁcient in sophisticated dentistry and medicine. Excellent communicator. vetseanarian@comcast.net.

Denise Jorgensen Montagna, DVM, 231/557-1536. CSU 90. SA relief or P/T in western MI. Excellent client relations. References available. djmontagnadvm@ charter.net.

Alan Sibinic, DVM, 734/922-3713, 231/547-6212. MSU 75. Relief or part-time anywhere in MI. Flexible, wide-variety practice experience. 5+ years relief work. References. SA/EQ/FA.

Katherine O’Connor, DVM, 248/207-3528. MSU 14. Exceptional medicine when you need it most. SA/exotics/emergency relief. Based in East Lansing, willing to travel. References available. MyReliefVet. com.

Margaret Sudekum, DVM, 616/676-2720 MSU 89. Available for part-time SA relief work in Grand Rapids and the surrounding areas. Good client communication skills. msdvm@sdkm.us.

Kris Parnell, DVM, 517/881-2845. MSU 91. Available for SA relief or part-time. Will travel 1 hour of

Alan Supp, DVM, 616/771-6030. MSU 90. Companion animal practitioner available Saturdays only, as-needed basis in the greater Grand Rapids area.

Connie R. Sveller, DVM, 517/388-3434. MSU 85. SA relief, works within 1 hour of Swartz Creek. Experienced/reliable/former practice owner (16 years). docconnie1@aol.com. Andrea Switch, DVM, 248/302-2255. MSU 84. Available for part-time or relief work. SA general medicine/soft tissue surgery in SE MI. andreaswitch@ yahoo.com. Kirsten Ura-Barton, DVM, 774/230-6878. MSU 97. Available for SA relief in SE Michigan within 1 hour of Pontiac. Experienced in both general and emergency practice with excellent communication skills. Résumé available upon request. kurabartondvm@gmail.com. Linda Vanassche, DVM, 517/896-9086. MSU 90. SA medicine, surgery and emergency; excelling in dermatology and internal med. Travel negotiable more than 1 ½ hours from Lansing. Excellent written/verbal communication and record keeping. drmomma789@ aol.com. Jacqueline Walsh, DVM, 248/680-2461. MSU 89. Available for SA relief work in the greater Detroit area. Amy Wildrose, DVM, 517/420-5891. MSU 00. Experienced, proﬁcient, dependable, and convivial. Available for SA relief or part-time. Based in Lansing. Willing to travel. a_wildrose@hotmail.com. Jennifer Zablotny, DVM, 517/896-9146. MSU 97. Experienced SA relief for southeast and mid-MI. References available. drzablotny@gmail.com.

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January 27–29, 2017 Lansing Center & Radisson Hotel, Lansing, MI

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Practice Management (Amy Breuer & Lacy Seeger) September 21, 2016

Genetics (Dr. Danika Bannasch) October 5, 2016

Dental (Dr. Brook Niemiec) November 2, 2016

Feline Medicine (Dr. William Folger) December 7, 2016

Renal (Dr. Mark J. Acierno) March 8, 2017 OSHA (Philip Seibert Jr., CVT) April 5, 2017

December 14, 2016 University Club, Lansing

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December 3, 2016 @ 8:30 am–4:30 pm MSU Veterinary Medical Center

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Animal Welfare (Dr. Marcie Barber, Chair) September 29, 2016 @ 10:00 am

Executive Committee (Dr. Kevin Stachowiak, Chair) November 30, 2016 @ noon Legislative Advisory (Dr. Cathy Anderson, Chair) September 28, 2016 @ 1:30 pm November 9, 2016 @ 1:30 pm

Business Model from Patterson University November 9, 2016

Public Health (Dr. Joe Kline, Chair) September 7, 2016 @ 1:30 pm December 21, 2016 @ 1:30 pm

Meetings held in the MVMA ofﬁce unless noted.

Veterinarian CE Seminars 3rd Thursday of each month, January–May and September–November @ 7:00 pm / Grand Rapids

Contact Jeff Johnson, DVM, (616) 837-8151, or jdandcj2008@ wildblue.net.

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Respiratory (Dr. Stephan Carey) October 19, 2016

Abdominal Ultrasound (Dr. Anthony Pease) October 22, 2016 Wayne State University Campus, Detroit

Surgical Emergencies (Dr. Steve Mehler) November 16, 2016

Internal Medicine (Dr. Michael Willard) December 14, 2016

Cardiology (Dr. Matt Miller) February 15, 2017

Urinalysis (Dr. Joe Bartges) March 15, 2017

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November 21, 2016 @ 8 am–5 pm MSU Pavilion, East Lansing, MI

Contact MVMA at (517) 347-4710 or register online at www.

Saturday, November 5, 2016 @ 11 am–3 pm Macomb Community College

Sponsored by MVMA and MSU College of Veterinary Medicine.

Everything I Know I’ve Learned from an Attorney October 12, 2016

September 14, 2016 University Club, Lansing

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Pathology and the DCPAH February 8, 2017

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Seminars 9:30 am–5:30 pm at the East Lansing Marriott. Contact MVMA at (517) 347-4710 or register online at www.michvma.org.

Case Presentations by You! March 8, 2017

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