| AVMA Tackles Timely Issues during Convention From marijuana therapies for pets, to telehealth, the opioid epidemic and the use of service and assistance animals, discussions held and actions taken at the meeting are representative of the changing – and perhaps challenging – times in which we live. Read more...
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| New District III Director Congratulations to Dr. Jan Strother on her election to serve as the District III representative on the AVMA Board of Directors. District III includes Alabama, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Dr. Strother will complete the unexpired term of Dr. Michael Newman ending in 2019, who stepped down from the position for health reasons. Dr. Strother began her term on July 25 at the AVMA Convention 2017 in Indianapolis. Read more...
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| Diversity Added to Accreditation Standards Many veterinary colleges have long been promoting diversity and inclusion, but now the AVMA Council on Education has codified these practices, approving revisions to six of its 11 Standards of Accreditation during its spring meeting, March 25-28. Read more...
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| New Recommendations For Feline Spay/Neuter Surgery The AVMA Board of Directors has endorsed a document recommending that cats not intended for breeding be gonadectomized prior to five months of age. The Veterinary Task Force on Feline Sterilization Recommendations for Age of Spay and Neuter Surgery is a consensus document put forth by the Veterinary Task Force on Feline Sterilization for Age of Spay and Neuter Surgery. In addition to the AVMA, it also has been endorsed by the American Association of Feline Practitioners, Association of Shelter Veterinarians, American Animal Hospital Association, Winn Foundation, Catalyst Council, Cat Fancier’s Association, and The International Cat Association. Read more...
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| Career Options View recorded webinars produced by the AVMA Veterinary Career Center that explores a wide range of career alternatives for veterinarians. One of the new ones delves into forensic veterinary medicine. Read more...
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Recalls JUNE 26,2017 ADM Animal Nutrition recalled 1 lot of cattle feed because it contains elevated levels of monensin, which could harm cattle. JUNE 19,2017 United Pet Group has expanded a recall of rawhide dog chews due to possible chemical contamination. The recall now includes numerous additional brands. JUNE 19,2017 Several brands of bird, rabbit and guinea pig foods are recalled by Vitakraft Sun Seed Inc. due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination. JUNE 23,2017 A variety of product recalls issued in mid-June affect drugs, solutions and equipment used in veterinary medicine.
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Practice For Sale - East TN
Older Established Veterinary Clinic For Sale
Disabled and retired in 2012. Located in Newport/Dandridge (Smoky Mountains/Douglas Lake) area. Clinic has a basement and a nice apartment upstairs. Contact Dr. Mack Hodgson 423-721-2220 (preferred) or mackhodgsonbooking@gmail.com.
Practice For Sale : Nashville, Tn
Well established small animal practice and real estate, with great potential to expand building. Fully equipped, Idexx laboratories, Cornerstone Software, boarding and grooming facility.
Contact Jud Scott @, Scott & Associates . 615-726-0514 fax 615-255-7238 email jud@scottcpa.us
Portable X-ray unit for Sale:
MinXray 903 asking $1500
Portable MinXray 903 with Carrying Case. MA 25. Works well.
Contact Dr. Locklar 931-388-4750
Equipment for Sale:
Vet box has been used for 10 years but still in great condition. Some
drawers have been re riveted and some latches changed out. If you want to carry
lots of items in an organized way, this box is it! Measures 45” wide, 35” tall with
the 3” rail, and 29.5” deep. The height is measured with base it sits on that you
anchor to the floor. Very easy to insert if you have the large vehicle it requires.
$3,000/OBO. Contact: Vikki Trupin, DVM Pulaski, TN 256 603-2785 cell
Equipment for Sale:
Heska HemaTrue® Veterinary Hematology Analyzer 5 years old - Limited Use
Contact Dr Jeannette R. Lippy at 901-490-3914 or email tpdreception@gmail.com
Small Animal Practice For Sale - East TN
Building and real estate appraisal - $240,000
Practice gross - $463,299 for 2014
Fully equipped
10921 computerized clients, most with multiple pets
Asking $575,000; reasonable offers considered
Contact Susan Scarlett at (865) 250-7514 (call or text) or email stonegatesrs@aol.com
Knoxville small animal practice for sale. $395K, includes real estate. Reply to tennvet1@gmail.com.
Veterinary Hospital Facility for Sale in mountains of East Tennessee. Exceptional 5,000 sf masonry clinic built in 1999 as an equine hospital, later renovated to include small animal facilities. Well positioned for equine, small or mixed animal practice. County has large dairy
and cow/calf industry. Turn-key opportunity as most equipment is included in sale. High quality facility located in an historic area of picturesque beauty with low cost of living. Close to Knoxville, Tri-Cities, Asheville and Smoky Mountains. Owner has recently accepted a position in academia. Specifics available upon request. Contact Heidi Valk, vwaldgraf@gmail.com or 423/552-5925
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