We are conducting a study to better understand veterinary practitioners' prescribing practices and experiences using oclacitinib maleate (Apoquel) in equine patients. Although oclacitinib is sometimes prescribed off-label in large animal species, limited published information exists regarding... Continue Reading
Pharmacy Board Changes Emergency Compounds for Vet Use If you have questions or concerns about the following change, please email jfalzone@massvet.org. This is our chance to give input to the board! The pharmacy Board has a policy that was put into place before the licensing of non-resident... Continue Reading
Recruiting Small Animal DVMs to complete a survey on End of Life Communication Researchers at Lindenwood University and Purdue University are working together on a study that has been approved through Lindenwood University (IRB#: IRB-26-76) that involves engaging with small animal veterinarians... Continue Reading
Researcher Jamie McNally, Ph.D., LPC (Fortifyu) is studying the moral, emotional, and workplace experiences of people who work or volunteer with animals — across all sectors. If you are 18 or older and currently or formerly work or volunteer in an animal-related role (paid or unpaid) and can... Continue Reading
Survey of Treatment Approaches for Chronic Pain in DogsAmerican College of Veterinary Sports Medicine Residency Research Project We are conducting a survey to investigate current chronic pain management practices of veterinarians in the United States and Canada. We hope to use these data to... Continue Reading
You are invited to participate in a research study examining interpersonal skill preparedness during the transition from veterinary training to independent practice.The purpose of this study is to better understand which interpersonal skills matter most in veterinary clinical practice and how... Continue Reading
MDAR has issued new animal movement restrictions related to New World Screwworm (NWS). The order establishes additional requirements for dogs, cats, and other susceptible animals entering Massachusetts from areas impacted by NWS, including veterinary inspection and certification requirements.... Continue Reading
UPDATE: Trade Restrictions in Effect for Pet Dogs to Mexico Due to New World Screwworm APHIS has received updated guidance from SENASICA Mexico allowing for pet dogs to travel to Mexico according to previously established procedures while updated requirements are under... Continue Reading
The Essex North Shore Agricultural and Technical School District seeks proposals from qualified veterinary service providers to use the clinic space and operate their business in return for hands-on training experience for students. This partnership is designed to both deliver high-quality... Continue Reading
Researchers at Johns Hopkins School of Public Health in Baltimore, MD invite you to participate in a national study on veterinarians’ experiences with risk communication for high-consequence animal diseases (e.g., Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, Rabies, New World Screwworm). Your... Continue Reading
FDA issues emergency use authorization for antiparasitic to combat screwworm in cats In latest federal efforts to thwart the New World screwworm (NWS) threat, the Food and Drug Administration has issued an Emergency Use Authorization for Credelio Cat (lotilaner) for treatment of infestations of... Continue Reading
‼️Are you a large or mixed animal vet in the US? Do you perform blood or plasma transfusions at your practice? If so, please participate in our survey via this link: https://forms.gle/5vMG5bbyyz6trEgRA ‼️🐪🐑🐄🐖 We are conducting a nationwide study surveying the use of blood products in... Continue Reading
