Summer 2017

CO M SU PEN RV SA EY TIO RE N SU & B LTS EN PA EFI GE TS 10 m i c h i g a n v e t e r i n a r y m e d i c a l a s s o c i at i o n

COMPANION ANIMAL FUND

Help struggling clients pay for their animal’s care! in this issue . . .

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New Certificate of Veterinary Inspection

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Great Lakes Veterinary Conference

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Genetic Testing Now Available

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2017 Compensation & Benefits Survey

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Companion Animal Fund Success Stories

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Time to Get the Lead Out

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Top Eleven Reasons to Be an MVMA Member

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Food Animal Practice Committee Update

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Veterinary Medicine: A SelfRegulating Profession

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he Michigan Animal Health Foundation (MAHF) has a new website at www.michanimalhealthfoundation.org — and a new Companion Animal Fund which is now accepting applications.

The Companion Animal Fund subsidizes nonelective treatment to a select group of pet owners.

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Be otherwise unable to pay for treatment Be a current client of a veterinary hospital with an animal being treated by a member of the Michigan Veterinary Medical Association Be under the federal poverty level, on Medicaid, or on WIC (Women Infants & Children)

MVMA veterinary hospitals are eligible to receive up to $500 per client and a total of up to $500 per

clinic/hospital. Funds will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis until the year’s supply has run out and will begin again at the start of the next year. We hope to expand both funding and eligibility in the future and increase the total funds allotted per clinic/hospital.

As this is an MVMA member service, funding applications must be completed and submitted by veterinary staff and signed by an MVMA member.

Applications will not be accepted from pet owners.

Go to https://www.michvma.org/CompanionAnimal-Fund for more information. Note that you will need to log into the MVMA website to access this information. If you need assistance logging in, please email us at mvma@michvma. org.

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IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS volume xi i · number 2 · sum m e r 2 0 1 7

New Certificates of Veterinary Inspection

Professional excellence.

Compassionate care.

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2017 mvma officers & directors officers Dr. Bruce Cozzens, President Dr. Lori Penmans, President-Elect Dr. Mike Thome, 1st Vice President Dr. Melissa Owings, 2nd Vice President Dr. Kevin Stachowiak, 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. Erin Whalin, (4) Jackson Dr. Lauren Gnagey, (5 & 9) Washtenaw & Livingston Dr. Christian Ast, (6 & 8) Wayne & Oakland Dr. Julie Sherman (7) Macomb Dr. Dana Tatman-Lilly, (10) Mid-State Dr. Chad Ackerman, (11) Western Dr. Joe Kline, (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.

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he Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development’s Animal Industry Division values its relationship with Michigan’s veterinarians and is always looking for ways to improve processes, forms, and the partnership we have to protect Michigan’s animal population.

Recently, AID has worked to create a new paper all-species interstate Certificate of Veterinary Inspection, also known as a health certificate. This new CVI was developed to be more user-friendly and versatile, as it can be used for any species. Starting January 1, 2018, the new all-species CVI will be the only paper form accepted. Previous versions of paper CVIs may be used until that date or can be destroyed and replaced with the new version.

To ensure veterinarians are prepared for the form switch-over, AID encourages veterinary staff to order the new all-species paper CVIs prior to January 1, 2018.

Veterinary staff ordering forms and supplies will now have the option to order electronically. To submit order requests electronically, visit www.michigan.gov/dvmresources, click on the “Ordering Forms and Supplies” button, and download the supply order form PDF. Once the form is completed with the requested supplies, email the form to MDARD-aidforms@michigan.gov.

Veterinary staff can also order by phone by calling the MDARD AID Supply Line at (517) 373-9794. Veterinary staff will need to listen to a recording of required information and then leave a voicemail. Whether veterinary staff are ordering by phone or online, please allow 1–3 business days for the supply request to be processed and 3–5 business days for shipping.

As a reminder, AID also accepts and encourages the use of electronic CVIs. Electronic and paper interstate CVIs are only approved for state-to-state travel.

Before issuing a CVI, contact the state of destination for their animal import requirements. Veterinarians can find contact information for each state on the USDA’s pet travel website at www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/ pet-travel.

Veterinarians must be USDA accredited to issue CVIs and can only issue CVIs for the species covered under their category

of accreditation (category I vs. category II). Accreditation must be renewed every three years by completing training modules and submitting a new application. If their accreditation expires, they should not issue CVIs or complete other accredited duties until their accreditation is reinstated.

It is the responsibility of the USDAaccredited veterinarian to confirm that their clients are moving animals in accordance with state and federal laws. For instance, if veterinarians issue CVIs for cattle and bison leaving Michigan, they must verify that each animal has an official radio frequency identification (RFID) ear tag.

Additionally, beware of these common CVI errors: n entry permits: these are required by many states and the permit number must be written on the CVI. n P.O. boxes: do not use them; only physical addresses are allowed. n illegible writing: please print legibly or use an electronic CVI. n CVI forms: not all forms are accepted by all states, so confirm that the state accepts the CVI form being used. For example, a few states will not accept the fillable PDF version of APHIS Form 7001 because it does not have a unique certificate number.

For any questions regarding: n supply ordering: contact Torri Nighbert at (800) 292-3939 or MARD-aidforms@ michigan.gov. n electronic CVIs: contact Colleen Phillipich at (800) 292-3939. n international travel: contact the USDA Veterinary Services Michigan office at (517) 337-4700 or visit the USDA pet travel website at www.aphis.usda.gov/aphis/pettravel for the proper form and additional requirements. n USDA accreditation: contact the local USDA Accreditation Coordinator, Valencia Watts, at (517) 337-4701 or Valencia.T.Watts@aphis.usda.gov.

For more information, see our Veterinarian Resources webpage at www.michigan.gov/ dvmresources.

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July 23–25, 2017

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Crystal Mountain, Thompsonville, MI

Great Lakes Veterinary Conference . . . don’t miss it!

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ocated in the heart of Benzie County, Crystal Mountain is the Midwest’s premier four-season family resort featuring some of the finest accommodations northern Michigan has to offer, including 36 holes of championship golf and the awardwinning Crystal Spa. Enjoy Crystal’s Michigan Legacy Art Park, Edge Adventure Course, Alpine Slide, water park/pool, mountain biking, scenic chairlift rides, paintball, disc golf, climbing wall, hiking trails, tennis—and more.

You can get up to 14 hours of continuing education credits and have lots of fun—all in one location!

Be sure to join us! You won’t want to miss the great speakers and fun events!

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Adam Birkenheuer, DVM, PhD, DACVIM

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Professor, Internal Medicine, North Carolina State University CVM

Tracy Dowdy, CVPM Founder & Managing Director, MRG Consulting

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Practical approach to IMHA

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Overview of the relationship -entered practice

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Screening for tick-borne diseases in the healthy pet:

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Identify your compelling vision and strategic plan

What does it mean and what should I do?

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Build a self-reliant team

Testing for tick-borne diseases in sick dogs: Which

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Set standards

pets? Which diseases? Which tests?

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Develop systems A to Z

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Fever of unknown origin: What should I do next?

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What you measure you can improve

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Canine Babesiosis: What have I been missing?

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Lyme, lymes, limes . . . Just make me a margarita!

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William D. Saxon, DVM, DACVIM, DACVECC

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Internal Medicine Consultant, IDEXX Reference Laboratories

Simplifying the approach to Borrelia burgdorferi n n

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Leptospirosis: Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention

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Practitioners case challenge 2017

Cytauxzoon felis: A treatable disease that is knocking

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Cases & strategies for early kidney disease intervention

your door!

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Panning for gold: The importance of the urinalysis

Infectious disease potpourri: Case-based examples of

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The skinny old cat

canine and feline infectious diseases

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Practical approach to heart disease in dogs and cats

Dr. Birkenheuer is fully sponsored by Merial, a part of Boehringer Ingelheim.

Dr. Saxon is fully sponsored by IDEXX.

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MSU VETERINARY DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY*

Genetic Testing Now Available y

our clients’ pets are unique, and their genetic signature may hold the key to hidden healthcare indicators. Information gained from genetic testing can have a big impact on their life. It’s unfortunate that many canine and feline breeds are prone to certain diseases due to their genetic makeup. With an underlying genetic disease, an animal’s health span can begin deteriorating long before it would otherwise. For many pets, this can mean having to cease doing the things that they love to do.

Veterinarians can extend the health span of the animals entrusted to their care by testing for genetic disorders that occur later in life. By knowing what to look for, you and your client can begin treatment immediately. By participating in genetic testing, owners and their pets can benefit from the newest and most advanced technologies while also contributing to the advancement of new scientific discoveries every day.

As certain breeds are prone to genetic diseases and numerous other inherited health ailments, knowing these potential risks from the beginning and working with your clients to keep a watchful eye out for them, can not only save an animal’s life, but ensure their quality of life as well.

Moreover, knowing the genetic status of an inherited condition will help breeders make prudent decisions in gradually reducing the incidence of this condition in a breed.

Tuddow Thaiwong, DVM, PhD, DACVP Specialist, Anatomic Pathology, MSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory

*FORMERLY THE DIAGNOSTIC CENTER FOR POPULATION AND ANIMAL HEALTH

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WHEN TO CONSIDER GENETIC TESTING CARRIER TESTING

Many of these inherited disorders are recessive, meaning that a dog can be a carrier of a potentially devastating disease and not show any signs. DNA testing helps breeders improve the health of a litter by screening for genetic disorders.

spinal and hind limb problems later in life.

Two mutations associated with this condition have been identified in the SOD-1 gene.

Mutation in exon 2 (test code 80321) has been reported in multiple dog breeds; whereas the mutation located in exon 1 (test code 80320) has been reported mainly in Bernese Mountain Dogs.

MULTIDRUG SENSITIVITY

DRUG TOXICITY TESTING

This genetic testing will help determine whether the animal is susceptible to particular drug toxicity (multidrug sensitivity testing).

DIAGNOSTIC TESTING

If the animal has symptoms of a disease that may be caused by genetic alterations, genetic testing can reveal if he or she has the suspected disorder. An example of a disorder for which genetic testing may be used to confirm a diagnosis includes polycystic kidney disease.

PRE-SYMPTOMATIC & PREDICTIVE TESTING

If the animal has a history of a familial genetic condition, undergoing genetic testing before having symptoms may show if the animal is at risk of developing that condition (such as degenerative myelopathy and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy).

WHAT WE OFFER The MSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (MSU VDL) now offers a series of diagnostic genetic tests for the purpose of identifying an animal’s risk of developing inherited conditions. We provide fast, affordable, high quality genetic testing and interpretive services.

More information about our available genetic testing can be found in our online test catalog at animalhealth.msu.edu. Additional tests, including tests for felines, will be added in the coming months. Currently available tests are listed below.

DEGENERATIVE MYELOPATHY

Degenerative myelopathy (DM) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease. It is inherited as a recessive disease. Affected dogs that have inherited two defective copies will develop

The mutation in MDR-1 gene (test code 80318) causes a defect in removal of certain drugs from the brain, leading to accumulation and toxicity. Dogs with one copy of the MDR-1 mutation can have some drug sensitivity at higher doses. Dogs with two copies of this mutation can experience more serious neurologic symptoms like excess salivation, tremors, anorexia, blindness, and possibly death.

There are many different types of drugs that have been reported to cause problems.

Some of these drugs include: Ivermectin (found in heartworm medications); Loperamide (Imodium over-the-counter antidiarrheal agent); Doxorubicin, Vincristine, Vinblastine (anticancer agents); Cyclosporin (immunosuppressive agent); Digoxin (heart drug); Acepromazine (tranquilizer); and Butorphanol (pain control).

The following drugs may also cause problems: Ondansetron, Domperidone, Paclitaxel, Mitoxantrone, Etoposide, Rifampicin, Quinidine, and morphine.

This mutation has been reported in many dog breeds including the Australian Shepherd, Border Collie, Collie, English Shepherd, German Shepherd, Herding Breed Cross, Long-haired Whippet, McNab, Mixed Breed, Old English Sheepdog, Shetland Sheepdog, and Silken Windhound.

VON WILLEBRAND DISEASE TYPE 1

The mutation reduces the normal production of von Willebrand’s factor (vWf) in affected dogs, resulting in excessive bleeding.

One mutation associated with this condition has been identified in the VWF-1 gene.

The mutation is located in exon 43 (test code 80315) and has been detected in the following breeds: Australian Labradoodle, Bernese Mountain Dog, Cardigan Welsh

Corgi, Coton de Tulear, Doberman Pinscher, Drentsche Patrijshond, Dutch Partridge Dog, German Pinscher, Goldendoodle, Irish Red and White Setter, Irish Setter, Kerry Blue Terrier, Labradoodle, Manchester Terrier, Miniature Poodle, Papillon, Pembroke Welsh Corgi, Poodle, Stabyhoun, Standard Poodle, Toy Poodle, West Highland White Terrier, and Shelties.

Another mutation is located in exon 42 (test code 80314) and has been detected in the multiple dog breeds. While still commonly tested for, this mutation has not been found to be consistently associated with the clinical disease.

VON WILLEBRAND DISEASE TYPE 2

This mutation (test code 80319) causes structurally abnormal vWF, which impedes function and results in severe bleeding in affected animals.

The most commonly affected breeds include Chinese Crested, Collie, Deutsch Drahthaar, German Longhaired Pointer, German Shorthaired Point, German Wirehaired Pointer, and Pointer.

VON WILLEBRAND DISEASE TYPE 3

Type 3 von Willebrand disease is the most severe form of VWD, characterized by a bleeding disorder associated with a total or near-total absence of von Willebrand factor.

Affected dogs are more likely to bleed abnormally and severely which can result in life-threatening situations when the affected dog encounters injuries, spaying, or neutering. Two mutations associated with this condition have been identified in the VWF-1 gene. One mutation (test code 80317) has been reported in Dutch Kooiker dogs, whereas another mutation (test code 80316) has been reported in Shetland Sheepdogs and Scottish Terriers.

RESULTS The test result can predict with a high level of confidence that an animal will fall into one of these three categories: n clear: The animal does not have the mutation (having two normal copies of the gene) and is extremely unlikely to develop the genetic condition. continued . the michigan veterinarian · summer 2017

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carrier: The animal has both a normal and mutated copy of the gene and is therefore a carrier, but will not likely have an active disease. This mutation can, however, be passed to its offspring. As such, a thorough examination of the animal’s pedigree should be performed prior to breeding an animal with this result. affected: The animal has two mutated copies of the gene and is at risk for developing the disorder.

We are happy to provide this valuable diagnostic tool that can be used for all dogs and cats, both pure and mixed breeds, to provide important information and assist veterinarians in accommodating an animal’s specific needs. While the genetic testing does not cure the disease, this information can be used to create a custom health and wellness plan based on a pet’s genetic code.

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breeders, armed with this new information, may create disease-controlled breeding plans that will ultimately lead to the reduction and possible elimination of these ailing traits from their respective populations.

The main beneficiaries of this strategy are healthier animals for generations to come.

SUBMITTING SAMPLES Only blood samples are acceptable for testing in order to avoid potential contamination and to ensure that sufficient quantities of cells are obtained for successful testing.

For more information regarding our list of available genetic testing, prices, collection protocol, sample requirements, shipping, and other information, please see our catalog of available tests on our website at animalhealth. msu.edu or call us at (517) 353-1683.

REFERENCES Awano T, Johnson GS, Wade CM, Katz ML, Johnson GC, Taylor JF, Perloski M, Biagi T, Baranowska I, Long

S, March PA, Olby NJ, Shelton GD, Khan S, O’Brien DP, Lindblad-Toh K, Coates JR. Genome-wide association analysis reveals a SOD1 mutation in canine degenerative myelopathy that resembles amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A. 2009 Feb 24; 106(8):2794–9.

Gentilini F, Turba ME. Two novel real-time PCR methods for genotyping the von Willebrand disease type I mutation in Doberman Pinscher dogs. Vet J. 2013 Aug; 197(2):457–60.

Kramer JW, Venta PJ, Klein SR, Cao Y, Schall WD, Yuzbasiyan-Gurkan V. A von Willebrand’s factor genomic nucleotide variant and polymerase chain reaction diagnostic test associated with inheritable type-2 von Willebrand’s disease in a line of german shorthaired pointer dogs. Vet Pathol. 2004 May; 41(3):221–8.

Mealey KL, Bentjen SA, Gay JM, Cantor GH. Ivermectin sensitivity in collies is associated with a deletion mutation of the mdr1 gene. Pharmacogenetics. 2001 Nov; 11(8):727–33. van Oost BA, Versteeg SA, Slappendel RJ. DNA testing for type III von Willebrand disease in Dutch Kooiker dogs. J Vet Intern Med. 2004 May–Jun;18(3):282–8.

Venta PJ, Li J, Yuzbasiyan-Gurkan V, Brewer GJ, Schall WD. Mutation causing von Willebrand’s disease in Scottish Terriers. J Vet Intern Med. 2000 Jan–Feb; 14(1):10–9.

Wininger FA, Zeng R, Johnson GS, Katz ML, Johnson GC, Bush WW, Jarboe JM, Coates JR. Degenerative myelopathy in a Bernese Mountain Dog with a novel SOD1 missense mutation. J Vet Intern Med. 2011 Sep–Oct; 25(5):1166–70.

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2017 COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS SURVEY RESULTS STATEWIDE DATA

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arlier this year, a survey was conducted by the MVMA to allow its members to evaluate their compensation and benefit policies compared to those of other MVMA members. In the spring of 2017, we asked 439 practice owners who were MVMA members to respond to this survey. We received 154 responses—a 35% response rate.

Practice owners were asked to answer questions regarding the compensation and benefits offered to their associates and the practice team (office/practice managers, LVTs, unlicensed staff/assistants, and front office staff). Owners were asked to exclude their own compensation. Survey responses were gathered through the survey website.

The survey examined several areas (type of practice, years in practice, location, etc.) and evaluated their effects on the level of compensation for associate veterinarians and the practice team.

In the compensation categories, we’ve reported median figures. The median is the midpoint of all responses (50th percentile). A generally accepted way of analyzing compensation data, the advantage of using the median is that the results are not influenced by extreme (high or low) responses, whereas the average (mean) would be.

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Annual compensation for associates includes production-based compensation, where applicable.

Full-time is considered 30 hours per week or more.

Part-time is considered less than 30 hours per week.

Where there were fewer than two responses, data is Wh not reported due to confidentiality (mostly equine and food animal).

Compensation data reported by practice owners may be influenced by factors unknown to us.

Compensation data for health care team members was collected as annual salary and/or hourly rates.

For consistency, we have shown all compensation as an hourly rate for health care team members.

The following information is just a portion of the data collected for the state of Michigan. Additional demographics and benefits information for the state as well as full reports for seven geographic regions around Michigan are available on the MVMA website at www. michvma.org.

MVMA thanks the Oregon VMA for their assistance in structuring and compiling survey results!

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FULL-TIME ASSOCIATE (30 hours/week or more)

TABLE 2: EXPERIENCE (All practice managers, regardless of certification status.)

COMPENSATION

RANGE

HRS./WK.

EXPERIENCE

<1 to 5

$18.50

$12.00–30.16

40

2

RANGE

6 to 10

$19.40

$15.00–35.94

40

9

$18.98

$15.00–39.00

40

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YEARS

TABLE 1: TYPE OF MEDICINE MEDICINE

COMPENSATION

HRS./WK.

RANGE

RANGE

EXPERIENCE

All

$83,200

$23,423–152,000

40

30–50

7

0–44

11 to 15

Companion

$84,000

$23,423–152,000

38

30–45

7

0–44

16 to 20

$19.25

$13.00–27.40

40

17

Mixed

$77,500

$50,226–100,000

40

30–50

5

0–30

21 to 25

$22.25

$18.00–30.00

28

24

26 to 30

$20.61

$16.75–45.00

30

28

31+

$24.60

$18.05–24.60

40

35

Insufficient data was received on equine and food animal associates.

TABLE 2: EXPERIENCE HRS./WK.

EXPERIENCE

<1 to 5

$70,000

$23,423–136,000

40

2

6 to 10

$90,000

$70,071–144,000

36

8

11 to 15

$89,262

$60,000–152,000

37

13

16 to 20

$99,000

$65,598–115,218

36

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TABLE 1: TYPE OF MEDICINE (LVT) (Data for licensed technicians only.)

21 to 25

$92,000

$80,769–128,342

40

24

MEDICINE

26 to 30

$75,000

$59,702–130,000

38

29

31+

$89,500

$66,000–109,000

35

35

YEARS

COMPENSATION

RANGE

VETERINARY TECHNICIANS

COMPENSATION

RANGE

HRS./WK.

All

$16.50

$10.00–27.00

38

1.96–75

6

0.25–41

Companion

$16.50

$10.00–27.00

37

1.96–75

6

0.25–41

Mixed

$16.00

$11.35–22.75

40

9–42

7

1–30

RANGE

EXPERIENCE

RANGE

Insufficient data was received on equine and food animal veterinary technicians.

PART-TIME ASSOCIATE (Less than 30 hours/week)

TABLE 2: EXPERIENCE (LVT) (Data for licensed technicians only.)

HRS./WK.

EXPERIENCE

<1 to 5

$15.35

$10.00–21.00

40

3

$17.00

$13.50–22.50

36

8

YEARS

TABLE 1: TYPE OF MEDICINE

COMPENSATION

RANGE

COMPENSATION

RANGE

HRS./WK.

RANGE

EXPERIENCE

RANGE

6 to 10

All

$50,000

$7,000–106,400

21

6–28

20

5–45

11 to 15

$18.00

$14.25–27.00

37

13

Companion

$50,000

$7,000–100,000

21

6–28

20

5–45

16 to 20

$18.00

$14.25–25.00

35

20

Mixed

$70,313

$33,139–106,400

20

15–25

29

22–45

21 to 25

$18.25

$16.00–24.00

35

24

26 to 30

$21.00

$15.00–24.00

37

30

31+

$19.50

$18.00–23.75

17

40

MEDICINE

Insufficient data was received on equine and food animal associates.

TABLE 2: EXPERIENCE YEARS

COMPENSATION

RANGE

HRS./WK.

EXPERIENCE

TABLE 1: TYPE OF MEDICINE (NON-CERTIFIED STAFF/ASSISTANT) (Data for technicians and others who are not licensed.)

<1 to 5

No data

No data

No data

No data

6 to 10

$50,000

$7,000–65,000

23

8

11 to 15

$50,000

$35,000–79,311

21

14

All

16 to 20

$52,500

$20,883–66,781

22

20

Companion

$12.36

$8.90–20.70

35

2–65

3

0–30

21 to 25

$58,000

$41,600–72,000

24

25

Mixed

$12.00

$9.00–17.00

35

6–42

3

0.25–25

26 to 30

$41,075

$21,000–106,440

19

30

Insufficient data was received on equine and food animal non-certified staff/assistants.

31+

$58,156

$10,000–100,000

23

40

MEDICINE

COMPENSATION

RANGE

HRS./WK.

RANGE

EXPERIENCE

RANGE

$12.31

$8.90–20.70

35

2–65

3

0–30

TABLE 2: EXPERIENCE (NON-CERTIFIED STAFF/ASSISTANT) (Data for technicians and others who are not licensed.)

YEARS

OFFICE / PRACTICE MANAGER TABLE 1: TYPE OF MEDICINE (All practice managers, regardless of certification status.)

COMPENSATION

RANGE

HRS./WK.

EXPERIENCE

<1 to 5

$11.00

$8.90–19.10

32

2

6 to 10

$14.00

$10.00–20.50

35

10

11 to 15

$15.00

$10.00–20.70

38

14

COMPENSATION

RANGE

HRS./WK.

RANGE

EXPERIENCE

RANGE

16 to 20

$14.85

$12.65–19.00

35

19

All

$19.02

$12.00–45.00

40

5–55

8

0–35

21 to 25

$17.80

$14.00–20.10

33

25

Companion

$19.13

$12.00–45.00

40

10–55

7

0–35

26 to 30

$16.50

$11.50–17.00

32

30

Mixed

$19.02

$13.00–33.30

32

5–40

9

0.5–30

No data

No data

No data

No data

MEDICINE

Insufficient data was received on equine and food animal practice managers.

31+

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TABLE 2: EXPERIENCE

(Compensation is shown as an hourly rate.)

YEARS

TABLE 1: TYPE OF MEDICINE MEDICINE

All

COMPENSATION

RANGE

HRS./WK.

EXPERIENCE

<1 to 5

$11.50

$8.90–17.50

32

2

6 to 10

$13.91

$10.50–17.84

35

8

COMPENSATION

RANGE

HRS./WK.

RANGE

EXPERIENCE

RANGE

11 to 15

$14.38

$12.00–17.00

35

14

$12.50

$8.90–20.00

32

4–55

4

0–30

16 to 20

$15.00

$10.75–20.00

34

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Companion Animal Fund Success Stories

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eet Kitty Kat, a beloved, 11-year-old feline! She was a patient of Dr. Michael Merrithew at Veterinary House Call Services & Clinic. Kitty Kat had a ruptured anal gland abscess and was very uncomfortable. Her owner was on WIC and unable to pay for her surgery. Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a federally-funded program that serves low- and moderate-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who have a nutrition-related health problem. When Kitty Kat’s owner could not afford the surgery, Dr. Merrithew thought of the Michigan Animal Health Foundation’s Companion Animal Fund and had a team member apply for funding. Within a few hours, the Foundation approved the application and covered the cost. Kitty Kat is now on the mend and her owner is very happy!

After the treatment, the MAHF received the following note from Kitty Kat’s owner: Dear Michigan Animal Health Foundation, Thank you very much for starting a program to help people like me pay for veterinary bills. I was unaware of this program until my cat needed surgery and I had a baby due in two weeks and limited funds. I questioned how I was going to pay for surgery that she needed as soon as possible. Veterinary House Calls told me that because I was limited on funds they would find a way to help and sure enough, they did! I am very thankful for MAHF helping to pay part of my kitty’s vet bill. She is recovering from surgery very well!

Emily

MAHF Is Helping More Animals! n Toby is a happy, 1-year-old pit bull who loves his family! Toby was adopted from a shelter in the fall of 2016 and was just recently found to be heartworm-positive. Dr. Kaitlin Young of Banfield Pet Hospital in Chesterfield contacted the MAHF about her client who was on WIC. The Foundation agreed to cover up to $500 of the treatment needed to help Toby.

n Frankie, a beautiful 6-year-old Seal Point Siamese cat, was brought to Bangor Veterinary Clinic in early May. Frankie had a non-thyroid related throat mass initially discovered mid-April. There was no metastasis evident but the mass was enlarging rapidly and the Frankie

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was having difficulty eating. Frankie’s owner’s income was under the federal poverty level so she qualified for the MAHF Companion Animal Fund. Dr. Mary Isaac submitted an application and the Foundation agreed to cover up to $500 for surgical removal of the mass. n Bear, a fluffy 5-year-old Pomeranian, was brought to Dr. Lindsey Ramus at Kimball Animal Hospital in late April. Bear’s right eye was proptosed and he was in need of an enucleation that his owner could not afford. His owner was on Medicaid and had a very limited income. The Foundation received an application from Dr. Ramus and agreed to cover up to $500 for the procedure.

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ead poisoning has been getting a lot of attention in the news lately. The contamination of Flint’s water supply from its antiquated delivery system of lead pipes is a welldocumented risk to people and their animals. There is another more widespread source of lead poisoning putting people and their pets at risk: Lead fragments in the meat from game shot with lead ammunition.

Lead ammunition used for hunting and lead sinkers and lures used for fishing also pose a huge threat to wildlife consuming contaminated meat from carcasses not recovered by hunters or fish lost by anglers

Time to Get the Lead Out! with lead baits attached to them. Federal legislation banned the use of lead shot for waterfowl hunting in 1991 because the lead pellets accumulating in the marshes were being ingested by waterfowl thinking they were seeds or grit, causing them to become sick or die with lead poisoning. These ducks and geese were preyed on or scavenged by raptors such as hawks and eagles, which in turn suffered from lead toxicity.

Crippled or lost ducks with lead pellets shot into them also contributed to lead poisoning in the wildlife just as the lead fragments in the waterfowl consumed by hunters posed risks to people and their pets.

The transition to steel shot or non-toxic alternatives to lead required an adjustment by hunters, but was successfully accomplished with prices becoming reasonable along with competition for the new choices.

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poisoning. An even bigger concern is when gut piles or carcasses of deer shot with lead ammunition become lost in the woods or field becoming a source of lead exposure.

Lead buckshot or the more commonly used single-projectile slugs used in the southern half of the lower peninsula (Zone 3) of Michigan for deer hunting do not fragment throughout tissues nearly as much as the high-velocity jacketed bullets commonly used for big game hunting in the northern half of the lower peninsula (Zone 2) or the Upper Peninsula (Zone 1).

It has been shown by radiographing packages of frozen venison that lead fragments are spread throughout a large area of meat, especially when the bullet hits bone and shatters. Even though this risk is widely recognized and supported by scientific research, there seems to be widespread resistance to switch to non-toxic alternatives despite the fact that they perform as well or better ballistically and cost just slightly more than the commonly used lead ammunition.

Some hunters feel that further restrictions are political efforts by anti-hunting or gun control groups to eventually stop recreational hunting, which is an important tool for wildlife management. Legislation banning all lead hunting ammunition has been passed in some states including California which did so to protect the endangered California Condor that seemed destined for extinction from scavenging gut piles and carcasses of game shot with lead ammunition.

Lead poisoning is a major source of mortality for Michigan birds of prey. In a recent analysis of necropsy data from over 1,000 bald eagles over nearly 30 years, almost 15% of the mortality was due to lead poisoning.

Nearly 40% of the eagles died from

vehicular trauma as they were hit scavenging roadside carcasses of animals also hit by cars. Nearly every eagle hit by cars and seriously injured or killed in the state was included in the data, but eagles found sick or dead from lead poisoning are likely just a small percentage of those poisoned by eating at carcasses lost in the woods and offering a source of lead contaminated meals long after the end of hunting seasons.

It is possible that with the recovery of the eagle population in Michigan to historic high numbers, they are having a more difficult time finding enough fish which is their usual prey in their nesting territories and are consuming whatever is available.

There are many species at risk of trauma when eating roadkill. Simply moving carcasses away from the road would decrease that source of injury and mortality.

Transitioning to non-toxic alternative

Radiographs of a bald eagle with lead poisoning brought to Dr. Scott Smith of West Branch Veterinary Services. The eagle was sent to the MSU Veterinary Medical Center for treatment as it was seizing with acute lead toxicity. They immediately started chelation with EDTA and removed most of the lead with an endoscope under anesthesia. They successfully reduced lead levels in the blood from over 40 ppm to 0.2 ppm. Fortunately, the eagle recovered and was released into the wild on January 20, 2017.

ammunition for hunting, whether legislated or done voluntarily, would decrease the risks of lead poisoning to wild animals scavenging lost game, as well as risks to people and their pets consuming meat from game shot with lead ammunition. Trying to remove lead exposure in our food, water, and environment seems logical as any amount of lead is considered a toxin.

Even low levels have been shown to cause adverse health effects such as suppressed immune function, lower IQs in exposed fetuses and children, and various learning disabilities. Lead in the environment is a one health risk to all species. The AVMA recently approved the following new

policy statement on lead: The AVMA recognizes that lead in the environment is a health risk to people, pets, livestock, and wildlife. The AVMA encourages research, education, and actions to mitigate the risk by elimination of lead exposure and continued development and use of alternative products.

Please help us get the word out to our clients and friends about the widespread risks of lead in our environment. “Let’s Get the Lead Out!” —Jim Sikarskie, DVM, MS, DACZM, Associate Professor, MSU CVM Small Animal Clinical Sciences; MVMA Public Health Committee Member

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THE TOP ELEVEN REASONS

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TO BE AN MVMA MEMBER Dear MVMA Member, Don’t forget to renew your MVMA membership! If you pay by July 1, you will be entered into a drawing to receive a free year of dues.

MVMA is one of the most progressive, passionate, and dedicated veterinary organizations with more than 2,300 members. By continuing as a member of MVMA, you are connected with great ideas and great people. There are many reasons to be a member, but we thought we’d list the top benefits for you. Check out the Member Benefits guide on our website at www.michvma.org.

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MVMA’s CE Portal. Now that continuing education has become mandatory in Michigan, you’ll want to be on our CE portal. There are over 1,100 courses you can choose from, approximately half of which are completely free. Our CE portal can be an easy and inexpensive way to obtain CE credits. It will also track your CE, even from external sources.

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Savings on things you need. In these challenging times, you must check out our negotiated discounts for members. MVMA saves members money on insurance, office supplies and equipment, x-ray badges, credit card processing, account collection services, web services, on-hold messages, car rental, and more.

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Free legal and loan advice. Members can access professional and personal legal advice and student loan advice over the telephone, absolutely free.

Local access to first-rate continuing education. The Michigan Veterinary Conference, MVMA’s Small Animal Seminar Series, Great Lakes Veterinary Conference, Animal Welfare Conference, MVMA/MSU CVM’s Joint Wet Labs—and more—offer you outstanding CE at discounted rates for members.

Veterinary Career Network and employment assistance.

Members looking for employment can conduct a free nationwide job search by position, species, or location, and receive

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valuable advice. Employers can post ads and search for veterinary professionals.

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Complaint Resolution. All veterinarians occasionally have unhappy clients and these clients often call MVMA before contacting the Board of Veterinary Medicine. MVMA’s Ethics and Grievance Committee oversees client complaints, usually resolving them before legal or licensure action is initiated.

MVMA’s Answer Team. MVMA’s “A” Team expands the traditional mentoring concept to include mentoring at all stages of a career. Talk to expert team members about issues dealing with practice management, career assistance, litigation, personal development, human resources, or veterinary ethics.

Model Animal Hospital Personnel Policies Manual.

MVMA created a personnel policies manual for members that can be customized to fit your practice. It reflects current Michigan laws and is free to members.

Michigan Law for Veterinary Professionals. This publication includes information on the Board of Veterinary Medicine, Public Health Code, discipline, civil liability, licensing questions, controlled substances questions, and the Michigan Penal Code—and it’s all in one place!

We look out for you. MVMA constantly monitors the activities of the Board of Veterinary Medicine, legislative bodies, and trends in the veterinary profession. We have a Legislative Network and the tools needed to protect you against legislative initiatives or policy changes negatively affecting your profession.

And the number one benefit of MVMA membership:

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Access to information. Whether through The Michigan Veterinarian, E-newsletter, Urgent Issue Broadcasts, website, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, and YouTube, or by responding to member telephone and email inquiries, MVMA keeps members informed about what they need to know to manage veterinary practices, keep clients happy, and minimize stress levels. We also have web resources specifically targeted to your needs whether you are a practice owner, recent graduate, associate veterinarian, or practice staff.

Not bad for a top eleven list! And we’ll keep working to make sure that we can top this list a year from now. MVMA is one of the best investments you’ll ever make. Our members are defining veterinary practice in Michigan. If you have any questions contact us at (517) 347-4710 or mvma@michvma.org. Thank you for your support!

Sincerely,

Karlene B. Belyea, MBA Chief Executive Officer

UPDATE

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he MVMA FAPC is a committee that prepares for and reacts to issues that involve the production animal medicine industry in Michigan. The latest FAPC meeting covered quite a bit of ground with regard to several food animal related topics. Earlier this year, the group sent a survey to MVMA members to help discover areas in production animal medicine that Michigan veterinarians felt might be most beneficial to MVMA members. We also wanted to get an overall pulse on the health of production animal medicine in the state.

We received valuable responses, and the highlights are as follows: Backyard poultry, honeybee medicine, and small ruminant medicine/surgery (goats/sheep in particular) were top items of interest. Understanding and expanding regulatory medicine within the food animal sector was also a high interest item. Based on survey results, continuing education was overwhelmingly found to be an area of focus for MVMA. Therefore, taking the species highlights from the survey, we will be working to help enhance opportunities in these species-specific topics. This coming year, we are happy to report that backyard poultry will be discussed in a presentation at the Animal Welfare Conference on November 20. The Great Lakes Bee Supply of Kalamazoo has been identified as a resource of apiary training for veterinarians, and they offer several classes throughout the year for those with an interest in the honeybee sector. The Small Ruminant Symposium is an excellent CE opportunity that takes place in the fall on the Michigan State University campus, providing informative sessions on a variety of topics regarding sheep and goats.

Our committee also discussed the importance of being a gatekeeper of information regarding production animal medicine for MVMA members. As a committee, we feel that a vitally important role we play is to assist you in keeping abreast of new educational opportunities, as well as issues that may affect the production animal sector. As such, we will use email, articles in The Michigan Veterinarian, and MVMA social media outlets to help direct veterinarians to the most relevant resources available. We will continue to work with groups and CE events that already exist in the hope of expanding the amount and variety of information requested by our members, as well as to develop new outlets of information.

Please continue to follow us in The Michigan Veterinarian, electronic newsletters, and social media. We welcome any comments and suggestion and are excited to work on new opportunities for our members!

MAHF provides 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.

For more information, please contact the MAHF at (517) 347-4710 | www.MichAnimalHealthFoundation.com

—Erin Howard DVM, Chair, MVMA Food Animal Practice Committee

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MEMBERS IN THE NEWS

2017 Power of Ten Leadership Academy The 2017 Power of Ten Leadership Academy met on April 22–23 and enjoyed presentations on “DiSC Behavioral Differences,” “The Importance of Emotional Intelligence,” “Having Influence in the Veterinary Profession,” “Cracking the Code of Perfectionism,” “Creating a Culture of Growth and Learning,” and “Strategies for Getting Back to Why.” The weekend also included a Power of Ten Reunion for the classes of 2012–16 with Dr. Betsy Charles, Executive Director of the Veterinary Leadership Institute.

Betsy Charles (facilitator), Kirsten Begin, Jennifer Roberts, Andrew Huff, Lindsey Scudder, Roseanne Palmieri, Angie Lusty, Nicholas Vito, Laura Schurr, Jayme Cicchelli, Ashley Backos, Melissa Doolin, Lindsey Ramus and Frank Carmona (not pictured: Jennifer Sidge)

. . . in Memoriam Harold S. Bryan, DVM, died on November 6, 2016 at the age of 96. He graduated from Michigan State University and was a life member of MVMA. Dr. Bryan held a number of positions including being head of veterinary research at the Upjohn Company, serving as Assistant Dean of Admissions at the University of Illinois and serving as Dean of the Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. He was retired living in Sun City, Arizona.

Frederick W. Besancon, DVM, died on January 11, 2017 at the age of 97. He graduated from Michigan State University and was a life member of MVMA. Dr. Besancon practiced small animal medicine in Detroit and Tawas City for 30 years. He later worked for the U.S. and Michigan Departments of Agriculture and served in the Army and Navy during World War II. Russ L. Stickle, DVM, died on March 29, 2017 at the age of 69. He graduated from Purdue University and had been a member of MVMA since 1984. Dr. Stickle, a former radiologist with MSU CVM, was a valued member of the CVM community and fellow colleagues remember him as an extraordinary clinician, teacher and person. Dr. Stickle lived in Williamston with his wife Dr. Julie Stickle.

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The MVMA extends its sympathy to the friends and families of departed members. In memory of deceased members, the MVMA contributes $50 to the Michigan Animal Health Foundation.

Friends of deceased members may send memorial contributions to the Foundation. When contributions reach $500, the member’s name is entered on a memorial plaque displayed in the MVMA office. The MVMA staff thanks those thoughtful members who take time to notify the office and send obituaries of our recently deceased members.

Susan Myers Elected New AASRP President

Are You the Next 2nd Vice President of the MVMA?

Dr. Susan Myers of West Michigan Veterinary Services is taking the lead as the new president of the American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners (AASRP).

The AASRP has more than 1,000 members and exists to improve the health and welfare of sheep, goats, camelids, and cervids. Dr. Myers graduated in 1998 from MSU CVM and has worked with all species, with increasing emphasis on small ruminants and companion animals.

She is also certified in acupuncture for large and small domesticated animals.

As president, she will lead board meetings once a month to discuss issues in small ruminant medicine and its impact on veterinary practice and human health. She will also preside over the small ruminant education tracts at the AVMA, NAVA, and AABP annual meetings, work with veterinary colleges to promote our next generation of leaders, and lead the association’s many committees.

You have the opportunity to help guide the MVMA into the next decade! Step up and share your experience, leadership and vision with over 2,300 veterinary professionals across the state. The MVMA Leadership Development Committee, chaired by Dr. Mike Thome, is seeking nominations for the office of second vice-president of the MVMA. Nominations may also be made for the offices of first vice president and presidentelect; however, traditionally once elected, the vice presidents ascend through the chairs without opposition to the office of president. Nominations may be made by constituent associations, petition of 5% of the voting members (approximately 75 members), or by the Leadership Development Committee. Interested individuals should contact MVMA for more information. A letter of intent with a CV should then be submitted by July 1. Contact MVMA at mvma@michvma.org or (517) 347-4710 for more information.

Notice of Annual Business Meeting The Annual Business Meeting of the MVMA will be held on Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 2:30 pm at the University Club in Lansing, Michigan. The agenda is as follows: 1. call to order 2. introductions & welcomes 3. michigan animal health foundation report 4. mvma president’s report If you plan to attend, please RSVP to Karlene Belyea at Belyea@michvma.org.

PHOTO BY JEFF SCHULTZ

Tim Hunt, DVM, Fuels Winning Sled Dogs Fueling sled dogs as they race through 1,000 miles of frigid tundra taught MVMA member Tim Hunt key lessons in pet food formulation that he uses when making his eponymous brand, Dr. Tim’s Premium All-Natural Pet Food.

The winner of this year’s Iditarod Trail dog sled race, Mitch Seavey, finished the track in record time at 8 days, 3 hours, 40 minutes, and 13 seconds. Seavey fed his working canines Dr. Tim’s Fusion Ultra Athletic Formula, which was under testing at the time, supplemented with raw meat and fish. Other sled dog teams ate Dr. Tim’s Momentum dog food formulation.

“We are constantly looking at how to improve upon our diets and this year showed we could,” said Hunt. “The Iditarod has been won by teams feeding our food four of the last six years now.” During a competition, sled dogs devour 12–14,000 calories each day. That’s approximately six times what a house dog might consume.

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magine this scenario: A friend calls upon you to review the medical records of his dearly beloved dog, Lucy, who was euthanized by another veterinarian. The records show that Lucy had a history of Caesarians, and presented to the veterinary clinic because her water broke but she never gave birth.

During a C-section to remove a dead fetus and a diseased uterus, veterinarian “X” ligated the dog’s bladder rather than the uterine stump. The records also reveal that veterinarian “X” failed to break down adhesions to separate the dog’s organs before attempting the ligation.

Two days later, Lucy’s owner brought the dog back to veterinarian “X” because of her deteriorating condition. Lucy was not eating, her teeth were chattering, and she wasn’t urinating or defecating.

Eight days later, a different veterinarian (we’ll call her veterinarian “Y”) performed exploratory surgery on Lucy. Her medical records reflect that Lucy’s “bladder had a ligature around it, eliminating 90% of its storage capacity, and was necrotic. The uterine stump was represented by a large ball of necrotic tissue.”

The notes of veterinarian “Y” further state that Lucy’s ureters were “unattached to the bladder and ending in the abdomen and

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were depositing urine into the abdomen and not into the bladder, consequently urine was leaking from the incision. The abdomen was full of urine coming from the two detached ureters.” Lucy was euthanized by veterinarian “Y.” You conclude from the records that veterinarian “X” was negligent in treating Lucy.

(The Michigan Board of Veterinary Medicine Disciplinary Subcommittee reached the same conclusion in Dep’t of Community Health v Anderson, 299 Mich App 591 [2013].)

You suggest to Lucy’s owner that he file a complaint with the Board of Veterinary Medicine, but the dog’s owner says he won’t pursue the matter. Is that the end of the

story? Do you shake your head disapprovingly and wash your hands of the matter?

As children, most of us were taught that “tattling” is wrong. As we grew older, that sentiment changed very little. Teenagers who snitch fear ostracism or retaliation. But certain licensed professionals, including veterinarians, are legally obligated to tattle and snitch on their colleagues. Veterinarians cannot sit silent in the face of a wrong committed by another veterinarian. As a matter of law, they are called upon to self-regulate their profession and report the misconduct of their licensed contemporaries.

Every veterinarian licensed to practice in Michigan must report other veterinarians who violate certain sections of the Public Health Code. While some may not be inclined to want to report their friends and colleagues in the business, the consequences for failing to do so, regardless of the reason, are severe. By not reporting known violations, veterinarians risk their own veterinary license. Yet, this requirement to report is likely either widely ignored or unknown.

There are a multitude of activities that veterinarians have a duty to report to the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Although this is not an inclusive list of activities, veterinarians must report other veterinarians if they have knowledge of the any of the following: n

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Disciplinary action against the veterinarian by a licensing board of another state Practicing outside the scope of a license Attempting to obtain a controlled substance without lawful authority False or misleading advertising Dividing fees for referral of a patient Accepting kickbacks on medical or surgical services or products Betrayal of a professional confidence Promoting for personal gain an unnecessary drug, treatment, or service A change of name or mailing address A veterinarian is “impaired,” which means the inability or immediately impending inability to practice veterinary medicine in a manner that conforms to the minimum standards of acceptable and prevailing practice due to the veterinarian’s substance abuse, chemical dependency, mental illness, or use of drugs or alcohol.*

The seemingly straightforward language of the Public Health Code raises more questions than answers. There is little guidance provided regarding these reporting requirements. What constitutes sufficient knowledge for purposes of reporting? Are veterinarians obligated to investigate before reporting?

When the evidence is such that a reasonable veterinarian would likely believe such conduct in question had more likely than not occurred, I would suggest that the conduct should be reported. As uncomfortable as it may seem, it is better to report than not. The matter will be investigated by the department. If the conduct does not warrant discipline, then there is no harm to you or the other veterinarian.

Does the veterinarian report every little thing? How serious is the misconduct and who decides what is serious? Complying with the law requires some measure of *Public Health Code, Section 16222; MCL 333.16222

judgment in knowing when and what to report.

When must the veterinarian report the misconduct? Again, the law is silent in that regard. Nevertheless, it is reasonable to assume that reporting should be made promptly. Failing to promptly report may not only place others at risk of harm, it also places the veterinarian who has knowledge of the misconduct at risk of being disciplined by electing to wait to report the misconduct. Someone else may report it before you. If the department discovers during the course of its investigation that you were aware but neglected to come forward, there may be two licensing complaints one against the veterinarian who engaged in the original wrongdoing, and one against you for not reporting it.

If the duty to report is so obscure under the law, perhaps it is not worth giving the issue any thought. But before you become too caught up in the quagmire of uncertainties, think about honoring the special skills, knowledge, and experience that veterinarians possess.

While most sources of complaints against veterinarians are disgruntled pet owners, it is important to embrace the notion that it is an obligation of the profession of veterinary medicine to report misconduct. The harm that can come from not reporting cannot only hurt other animals, but the profession as a whole in the eyes of the public. Veterinarians should demand greater compliance with the law.

Shirlee M. Bobryk is a partner at White Schneider PC in Lansing. She represents a variety of health professionals, including veterinarians, in licensing cases, general business matters, and employment law.

MVMA partners with White Schneider PC to assist our members. If a member has a legal question, they first contact MVMA at mvma@ michvma.org or (517) 347-4710. 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% reduction on the attorneys’ customary billing rates.

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classified ads veterinarians wanted

classifieds & relief vets

Busy small animal practice seeking PT veterinarian. Our practice prides itself on excellent client/patient care, progressive medicine, and professionalism while fostering a happy work environment. Flexible scheduling and in-clinic daycare a possibility. Located in Genesee County. Please send résumé to dgsncats@yahoo.com.

Whitehall Pet Practice PC in Whitehall, MI is seeking a PT or FT veterinarian. We are a busy 1-doctor practice with 5 well-trained LVTs, a complete in-house laboratory, CO2 laser, ultrasound, high-speed dental unit, and digital radiology. We are seeking an experienced DVM (2 years or more clinical experience) who is interested in providing high-quality diagnostics and medicine to our patients. Work schedule and hours are extremely flexible, as we are a family-oriented practice. Surgery duties are not required and/or can be tailored to your skills. There are no after-hour emergency duties. Earn a better income working 3 days/week than a lot of doctors make working FT. Our practice also offers health insurance, IRA, and CE. Contact Dr. Amy Hayes Kidder at amyhayeskidder@gmail.com.

Associate veterinarians needed for a growing clinic in Newport, MI (south of Detroit). We are a high-quality, patient/client-focused practice with excellent licensed support staff. Contact Dennis at Ark Animal Clinic, 734/770-1120, and/or email your résumé to dgpogarch@ aol.com. Website: ArkAnimalVet.com.

Excellent opportunity for new grad or experienced veterinarian in central mid-Michigan. We have an outstanding staff, competitive salary and compensation, excellent diagnostics and laboratory equipment—no emergencies or after-hours required. Please email résumé with references to ssrvc1985@gmail.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 12,600 SF facility in Westland. In-house laboratory, digital x-ray, and ultrasound. We are looking for an experienced veterinarian, strong soft tissue surgical 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 of rescue. Wonderful support staff and great clientele. We are interested in a dedicated, caring veterinarian who wants to help promote our clinic values of great communication, strong client relationships, and exceptional veterinary care. If you would like to be a part of a true family atmosphere and join our team, please contact Dr. Steve via email at healthypawsvet@gmail.com.

Fenton Veterinary Clinic is searching for a PT associate veterinarian to start immediately. We are an established small animal clinic that has been in business since 1948. Our facility is equipped with the latest software, digital radiography, laser therapy, and in-house blood and urinalysis machines. We excel in general medicine and pride ourselves with providing excellent customer service to our clients while treating each patient like they are our own. Schedule would be Mondays and

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Tuesdays 8:00 am–5:00 pm, and one Saturday per month until noon; no evening or after-hour emergencies. Send your résumé to v.bales@aol.com.

Type and experience level: FT or PT, any experience level considered as we are more concerned with finding the best person (right fit) for our practice.

Veterinarian species: canine, feline. Private practice, DVM or equivalent. Howell Veterinary Care Center is located in SE Michigan. HVCC is a progressive SA practice located in the charming town of Richmond, MI with a small town friendly feel. Our care center is well established in the community. Dedicated, friendly, loyal, and helpful staff and clients, relaxed atmosphere practicing excellent up-to-date medicine. No after-hour emergencies. Low-volume, high-quality medicine.

Large potential for pursuing special interests. We offer competitive salary and generous benefits package. Any level of experience acceptable—we are willing to work with a new graduate and offer a long-term opportunity for the right person. Please send résumé/cover letter to Howell Veterinary Care Center, 37284 31 Mile Rd, Richmond, MI 48062, or email hvccdeann@gmail. com. Visit our website at HowellVetCareCenter.com.

Kalamazoo Animal Hospital, located in Kalamazoo, MI, is seeking a FT associate veterinarian to join our team. We have been serving our community for over 40 years. We practice high-quality, small animal medicine, surgery, and dentistry and are well equipped with in-hospital lab, digital x-ray, and digital dental x-ray. New graduates and experienced veterinarians are welcomed to apply. We are offering competitive wages based on experience and production plus a full range of benefits. We will provide a challenging and supportive work environment to further develop your skills and expand your experience as we expand our practice. Please forward résumé to ronaldmoilesdvm@ gmail.com.

Seeking enthusiastic FT small animal veterinarian for busy companion animal practice in Livingston County. Well-equipped hospital with in-house IDEXX laboratory, digital radiography, and therapeutic laser.

Prefer interest in surgery and ultrasound. Competitive benefits. Please send résumé to howellanimalhosp@ gmail.com.

Small animal DVM needed for busy 2-doctor small animal veterinary clinic. Great people skills are a must, new or recent grads welcome. In-house blood chemistry, digital dental x-ray, therapy laser, 3 veterinary technicians, and additional support staff. No after-hour emergencies, great work/life balance. New grads are welcome. We love people by caring for their pets. If you would like to do the same we would love to hear from you. Email or call Dr. Tammy Brodie at orchardviewvet@gmail.com or 616/754-9633.

Small animal hospital looking for a FT, PT, or relief veterinarian. Our facility is equipped with full diagnostic capabilities. New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Compensation is very competitive and negotiable.

Please email interest to vetabola12345@yahoo.com, or call 517/775-6750.

You are going to love us! Check out northcountryvetclinic.com or our Facebook to see how you will fit in with our upbeat superstar team, incredible newly built

practices, ultrasounds, laser therapy, full lab, water treadmill, orthopedics, acupuncture, with doctors with experience 17 and 30 years. We want the sun to shine into the hearts of our patients and clients. We love vet medicine and looking for another vet with excellent surgical and medical skills and is a great communicator. Grooming and Pet Resorts. Let’s talk . . . flexible schedule . . . located north central WI with lakes and in quaint towns of Phillips and Park Falls.

715/661-0178, lynludwig@hotmail.com, Dr. Lyn Ludwig.

Associate Veterinarian: FT or PT associate veterinarian wanted in Grand Haven, MI. Organized, efficient, paperless practice. Digital dental, therapy laser, full in-house lab, ultrasound, 4 exam rooms, large treatment area, and in-house pharmacy. We are looking for a friendly, confident, committed individual to join our skilled and fun team. The ideal candidate should exhibit strong communication skills, a desire to form bonds with clients and staff and practice progressive, quality veterinary care. Contact Dr. Barbara Bytwerk at bbytwerk@havenanimalhospital.com, or submit a résumé to Haven Animal Hospital, 1045 Fulton, Grand Haven, MI 49456.

Associate veterinarian needed for busy small animal and exotic practice in Clio, MI. We are looking to add the right doctor to our well-managed practice. We hire positive, energetic people who love to learn. Mentoring will be made available to you. We work hard to provide excellent service for our clients and excellent care for our patients. This FT position includes a generous salary and benefit package that can be customized to fit your needs. Experienced and new grads welcome to apply. Partnership potential for the right individual.

Contact Aubrey Pettey by fax: 810/687-2324, or email: animalhospital3474@yahoo.com.

Do you like fun, challenge, and easy schedule of 5 days a week? Do you like surgeries or want to learn surgeries? Royal Oak is a vibrant city full of life. FT or PT position available to add 3rd doctor. Fully equipped 2-doctor practice that takes pride in practicing highquality medicine. Contact tsharma_au@yahoo.com.

The Michigan Gaming Board is seeking applicants for PT veterinarian positions to work at horse racing tracks located in the Detroit area. Contact Al Ernst, Horse Racing Section Manager, at 313/456-4130 or horseracing@michigan.gov.

Small animal practice located in Davison, MI is looking for a FT veterinarian. Successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in our new facility with exceptional support staff. Salary and benefits will be based on experience. Send résumé to Childs Veterinary Clinic, 3205 N. State Rd, Davison, MI 48423, or email to petsarehappy@childsvetclinic.org.

Animal Medical Hospital of State College is looking for an energetic and team-oriented veterinarian to join our team! Interest in exotics/avian a plus. We provide primary veterinary care, including wellness care, general surgery, orthopedic surgery, ultrasound, dentistry and oral surgery to small animals and also a variety of exotics. Our facility includes 4 exam rooms, treatment area, surgery suite, in-house lab equipment, digital dental and a complete pharmacy. Other benefits include a competitive salary, full health benefits, 401(k),

CE allowance, paid time off, and licensing/professional dues. To learn more about the hospital visit AMHvets. com. Send your résumé to Kelli Dowhaniuk, Veterinary Recruiter, at kelli.dowhaniuk@nvanet.com!

Looking for a FT or PT associate to join our two practices: Groessbeck Animal Hospital and Dix Animal Hospital. Excellent compensation with benefits. Signing bonus for right candidate; new graduates are welcome to apply. Please email résumé to dixah2016@gmail.com, or fax to 313/383-7387; contact us at 313/888-4006.

Grand Traverse Veterinary Hospital seeks FT or PT experienced veterinarian for a friendly and well-established small animal practice with a reputation for excellent patient care. Family-friendly hours, Cornerstone software, full IDEXX lab suite, IDEXX DR 50 digital rads, ultrasound, personable staff. Generous compensation and full benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), paid vacation, and CE. Contact Dr. Jeff Krysinski, 3805 Veterans Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684, or jtkrysinski@ gmail.com.

Community Animal Hospital located in Stevens Point, WI is seeking an associate veterinarian! Stevens Point is a small college town located in central Wisconsin.

We have all of the conveniences of a big city but not all the hassle. Community Animal Hospital is a full-service veterinary medical facility that has been in the community since 1967. We offer radiology, ultrasound, microchipping, hospice and euthanasia, and a full stocked pharmacy. More information at http:// mycommunityanimal.vetstreet.com. Please submit résumés to Kelli.Dowhaniuk@nvanet.com.

Churchville Veterinary Clinic located in Churchville, MD is looking for an associate veterinarian! We operate as a small animal practice, providing comprehensive medical, surgical, and dental care as well as boarding, grooming, and hospitalization to cats, dogs, and pocket pets. We have a well-stocked pharmacy and a large array of prescription diets. Churchville Veterinary Clinic has been serving Churchville and surrounding areas for over four decades now. More info at ChurchvilleVet. com! Send résumé to kelli.dowhaniuk@nvanet.com.

New grads welcome to apply!

The Waterville Veterinary Clinic in New York is seeking to hire an associate DVM! We are a small animal hospital looking for someone who is interested in emergency care. Emergency hours are Monday–Sunday, 24 hours/ day. FT, PT, and flexible schedule available. We offer a surgery and dental center, 9 exam rooms, ultrasound, digital x-ray, in-house laboratory, ECG, acupuncture, and much more. Send résumé to Kelli.Dowhaniuk@ nvanet.com. New grads are welcome to apply. For more info, visit WaterVet.com!

PT to FT veterinarian needed for a small animal practice in downtown Traverse City. Our rapidly growing 2-doctor practice is looking to add a 3rd veterinarian to our team. We are fortunate to have exceptional and experienced support staff, including 2 LVTs. Our motto is “Compassionate care for pets and their people,” and we truly stand by this. The veterinarian that joins our team will possess a cheerful and positive attitude, and will treat support staff and clients in a courteous and respectful manner. Our new colleague will be passionate about their job and will strive to practice

the highest quality of medicine and surgery. We have digital radiology, in-house blood machines (Abaxis), high-speed dental unit, tonopen, and additional new equipment. Great location with beautiful views of West Grand Traverse Bay. Experience is preferred.

Competitive pay and benefits package. If you are interested in joining our team, please email résumés to rebekahfaheydvm@gmail.com.

All City Pet Care South and Veterinary Emergency Hospital in Sioux Falls, SD is looking for an emergency associate DVM to join our practice. Excellent opportunity for new grad mentorship! We provide primary care, referral services, and a fully-staffed ER hospital.

We are looking for an enthusiastic team player to join our night ER. We offer 6 exam rooms, treatment area, procedure room, surgery suite, isolation room, in-house lab capabilities, Pentax endoscope, digital x-ray, GE ultrasound, digital dental x-ray, laparoscope, isoflourane, in-house blood bank, complete pharmacy, and Avimark computer software. More information at AllCityPetCareSouth.com. Please submit résumés to CDonley@nvanet.com.

FT associate veterinarian needed for well-established small animal practice in SE Michigan. AAHA certified over 50 years. Hospital is fully equipped with digital x-ray, in-house laboratory, ultrasound, therapy laser, and surgical laser. No after-hour emergencies. Great benefits! Send résumés to Dr. Rick Nurse, 22300 Greater Mack Ave, St. Clair Shores, MI 48080, or to ricknurse00@gmail.com.

Small animal practice in Sterling Heights, MI is seeking a PT veterinarian with an interest in dentistry to perform dental procedures and routine surgeries. Digital dental radiography and appropriate equipment available.

Please contact Dr. John F. Wilson or Heidi Dortenzio at 586/752-6217 ext. 101.

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will provide opportunities for growth. Please contact Dr. John F. Wilson or Heidi Dortenzio at 586/752-6217 ext. 101.

2-week vacation, health/dental/disability/professional liability insurance, CE, dues, and more. Please email your résumé to peggyrowland60@gmail.com.

Come and work where people play. Join a team that is exceling at caring for small animals in the sanctuary of the Great Lakes. You can enjoy swimming, boating of any kind, various types of fishing on Lake Huron and the inland lakes, miles of public trails, and even some shopping. The Alpena Veterinary Clinic has 2 doctors, an LVT, and a team full of enthusiasm for animals and our community. We are looking for a doctor to join our small animal team; if you are interested in treating large animals you can do both. We have built our practice on honesty and friendly customer service.

For the last 10 years, we have provided them with general surgery, preventative care, and chiropractic care for all their pets. We have brand new Abaxis lab equipment, ultrasound, digital radiography, many other diagnostic tools, and a well-trained team of support staff. We are looking for a confident doctor to provide preventative care, wellness exams, diagnostic interpretation, and surgery. We offer a good work-life balance, and the excitement of emergency services.

Compensation will be based on experience levels (we will consider any level of experience) and includes a competitive salary, liability coverage, paid vacation, paid CE, health insurance, retirement, and discount pet care. Please contact us at contact@alpenavet.com or 989/354-2925.

FT or PT veterinarian for a progressive, rapidly growing small animal/exotic practice in Livonia, MI. No after-hours emergency. Surgery not required or can be tailored to skills. Interest in exotics not required.

Outstanding long-term support staff with fun team dynamic. In-house lab, digital radiography/digital dental radiography, surgical and class IV therapy lasers, digital ultrasound. AAHA accredited since 1995.

Competitive salary with bonuses and excellent benefits for FT. New/recent grads welcome. If you share our goal of providing the highest quality, compassionate care and excellent client service, please contact Tracy at 248/615-7670 or email sheehyhospital@aol.com.

Brand new small animal/equine hospital looking for FT and/or PT associates to join our rapidly growing team.

We are looking for individuals who are interested in practicing high-quality, compassionate, and progressive medicine with a strong emphasis on patient comfort and excellent customer service. Our hospital is fully equipped with digital radiography, small animal and equine ultrasound machines, full in-house lab, 2-table surgery suite, isolation ward, separate dental treatment area, endoscopy, Versatron shock wave machine, large dog run and kennel rooms, separate cat condo room, equine treatment and surgery area with 6-stall attached barn, etc. Our practice consists of preventive care, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, dentistry, minor equine surgeries, lameness, advanced reproduction including embryo transfer, internal medicine, acupuncture, etc.

Candidates must be self-motivated with a high level of integrity, compassionate, and dedicated to practicing high-quality medicine while excelling at customer service. Generous salary and benefit package awaits the right individual. We are a small group of people who value family and our team. The area is rich in lakes and outdoor activities as well as excellent school systems. We are close to large cities with the value of lower cost housing and country living. Check us out on Facebook and our website to learn more, Bronsonvetservices.vetstreet.com/.

Grand Rapids, AAHA, multi-doctor, small animal clinic seeks FT associate. Looking for client-oriented individual, committed to high-quality medicine, excellent client service, team player, and open to rapid growth.

We have experienced doctors, great support staff, and well equipped facility, including digital x-ray, ultrasound, in-house lab, and paperless medical records. Offering flexible schedule with base and production bonus,

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FT veterinarian wanted in a busy, 90% companion animal clinic, located in southeast MI. Cornerstone software, in-house IDEXX laboratory; equipped with pulse oximetry, blood pressure monitor, IV pumps, ultrasound, surgical laser, rigid and flexible endoscopy, and digital radiography. Interest in orthopedic surgery a plus. Practice believes in promoting continuing education and supplying excellent patient care with client satisfaction. Seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to become a long-term member of our team.

New or recent grads welcome, as well as experienced veterinarians. Competitive salary and benefits package available. Tecumseh Veterinary Hospital, Inc. 5990 S. Occidental Hwy, Tecumseh, MI 49286; tel 517/423-2911; email edwardtritt@yahoo.com.

Midland Animal Clinic in Midland, MI seeks an 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. All experience levels welcome. PT or FT hours available. More information at MidlandAnimalCl.com.

Submit résumés to smoss@nvanet.com.

Clarke Animal Hospital in Spring Lake, MI seeks a PT associate veterinarian to join our caring and enthusiastic team! We strive to make our work environment fun, flexible, and family-oriented by offering great hours, excellent compensation, and benefits. We are committed to providing quality care in a compassionate manner. The ideal candidate for this position is a doctor who has excellent client communication skills, the ability to work effectively with fellow team members, and is committed to providing the highest standards of care. We offer digital dental x-ray, ultrasound, in-house lab, tonopen, 2-table surgery suite, and a large boarding facility. More information at ClarkeAnimalHospital.net.

Submit résumés to smoss@nvanet.com.

Parkview Animal Hospital in Warren, MI seeks an associate veterinarian to join our team! Parkview Animal Hospital is a well-established clinic that focuses on showing compassion for our patients and their owners, while providing high standards of care. We

are looking for an associate to join our 8 veterinarians and dedicated staff. Experience is a plus but not a requirement. The ideal candidate for this position is a doctor who is confident and caring, and has excellent client communication skills, the ability to work effectively with fellow team members, and is committed to providing the highest standards of care.

No after-hours or on-call responsibilities! All experience levels welcome to apply. PT or FT hours available. Some of our amenities include digital x-ray, digital dental x-ray, 4-table surgery suite, ultrasound, and surgical CO2 laser. More information at ParkviewAnimalHospital. com/. Excellent compensation and benefits package.

Submit résumés to smoss@nvanet.com.

Gull Lake Animal Hospital in Richland, MI (15 minutes from Kalamazoo and Battle Creek) seeks an experienced PT associate veterinarian to join our team! We have been serving Richland and the Gull Lake Area for over 20 years. We are a patient-oriented practice and we have a team-based approach. We have skilled technicians, assistants, and a highly skilled client service team. Our team excels in providing excellent client care, creating client trust and loving their pets as if they were our own. We strive to make our practice a place that our doctors and team can be proud of and hold their heads high and know we provided the best care and service today to the pets entrusted in our care. We often say that life is short and work should be fun. The ideal candidate would be a doctor who is passionate about their work and values and has a desire to grow and expand their knowledge and skills. Our desire is to find the right candidate who will be as passionate and excited about practicing as we are! We offer a progressive paperless practice with state-of-the-art medical care, fully equipped dental suite, and digital dental radiographs, large treatment area with 3 dry and 1 wet table, large dedicated surgical suite with 2 surgical tables, 5 large exam rooms, digital radiographs, ultrasound, telemedicine ECG, complete in-house lab, and full boarding kennel. We encourage and support the cultivation of doctors’ special veterinary interests.

More information at GullLakeAnimalHospital.com.

Excellent compensation and benefits package. Submit résumés to jobs@vetrecruiting.com.

We are currently seeking a FT or PT associate veterinarian for an emergency hospital that services northwest OH and southeast MI. The position consists of days, nights, weekends, and holiday shifts. We are a newer facility that is equipped with digital x-ray, ultrasound, EKG, endoscopy (flexible and rigid), and IDEXX laboratory equipment. Candidates must have excellent communication skills with both clients and staff, be able to perform a variety of surgical procedures, and have experience with diagnostics. The shifts currently consist of working independently with support staff, so the ability to adapt and work well within a team setting or individually is important. An experienced veterinarian is preferred, but new graduates will be considered and mentored by a board-certified veterinarian (ABVP), as well. We offer a competitive compensation package, including 401(k), paid time off, allowance for CE and professional dues, packages for health insurance, dental and vision. Please email résumés and inquiries to candiss.schneider@gmail.com.

Associate wanted PT or FT. Excellent work conditions, well-trained support staff. Looking for an associate who respects and supports staff, is willing to learn and implement medical policies, and learn and support our business practices. Must be able to do medical and surgical procedures. Experience preferred, but we will help new graduates learn to apply your newly acquired knowledge. Visit our website for practice pictures and information: FlushingAnimalHospital. com. Call 810/659-1151 weekdays, or 810/407-0093 evenings/weekends.

Small animal: Join our small animal practice in south central MI, near the state line. New grads or experienced practitioners are encouraged to apply. Our full-service practice incorporates surgery, dentistry, in-house IDEXX lab, and great support staff, with a local emergency clinic available and utilized. Our clients appreciate our compassionate care in a friendly atmosphere. Association dues, liability, vacation, simple IRA, CE stipend, plus competitive compensation are offered, with future buy-in considered. Contact vet1kjh@comcast.net.

Garden City Veterinary Hospital seeks associate DVM, a people person who is excited about veterinary medicine. Patient care, client education, and communication are strengths of our practice. Desirable compensation package offered; will consider PT. Reply to pets9998@ gmail.com.

Have you always wanted to practice in an exclusively feline clinic? We are looking for a PT associate veterinarian. However, may consider FT for the perfect candidate. We are located in Grosse Pointe Woods, have a great support team, practice high-quality medicine, great clientele, and no after-hour emergencies.

If you are enthusiastic about working exclusively with cats, send résumé to kittysdoctor@comcast.net.

Mixed animal job opportunity for 1 or 2 associates; PT or FT options. Fedore Veterinary Services is located in beautiful southwest MI, is a long-established large animal practice that has recently opened a new small animal addition. I constructed a new large animal facility that opened July 2012. The large animal practice is predominately equine, but does include a variety of species. There is room for developing many areas if associate desires to pursue specific areas of interest.

The equine practice includes ambulatory and referral medical and surgical care. Includes new surgery area and 7 box stalls with an indoor arena for lameness work up and indoor phantom for Al collection, and new equipment to practice quality veterinary medicine.

Small animal practice has great potential for future growth. New facility with new equipment including a Vetpro 1000 dental machine. Our large number of large animal clients, plus many other owners are looking for quality compassionate care for their dogs and cats.

Looking for individuals with some old fashioned work ethic, but also flexible enough to allow a personal life. Equal emergency service coverage is necessary in this practice. Practice is progressive and believes in continuing education. Benefits available. Salary commensurate with experience. Also pay a percentage of emergency services. Ownership potential if mutually agreeable. Great opportunity. Check out our website and Facebook page. A quiet community with

growing surrounding areas. South Bend/Mishawaka, IN and Kalamazoo, MI nearby. Chicago only 100 miles away. Many beautiful lakes and streams in area. Lake Michigan only 30 miles west. Two hours away from Michigan State University. Twenty miles from Notre Dame University. Southwestern Michigan College 7 miles away. Nice area to live and raise a family. Contact Garry J. Fedore, DVM, email info@fedorevetservices. com, office 269/445-0002, cell 269/228-0156.

Looking for veterinarian wanting to work with equines, small ruminants, and companion animal for my 2-doctor practice. I will happily mentor small animal duties if you don’t have that experience. Large animal internshiplike opportunity available if needed. Weekends and emergency service on rotation basis. Base pay with ability to make more on production. Vacation time and CE time/budget included. Friendly country atmosphere.

Digital radiography, in-house blood diagnostics, IDEXX Cornerstone practice software. Southwest MI between Kalamazoo and Grand Rapids. Please send résumés to vdbanimalclinic@gmail.com or mail to 790 32nd St, Allegan, MI 49010; allegananimalclinic.com.

The Bourbon Veterinary Hospital is seeking a FT vet for our mixed animal practice located in north central IN. Our practice boasts a newly renovated small animal clinic as well as a large animal ambulatory service. The clinic includes CO2 laser, high-speed dental equipment, laboratory, digital radiography, ultrasound, and therapeutic laser. Strong mentoring from our established veterinarians is provided to new graduates. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. Email résumés to bourbonvet@ bourbonvet.com.

Westcott Veterinary Care Center seeks associate DVM for 9:00 am–5:00 pm Monday–Friday. Would consider PT DVM less than 5 days/week. Digital radiography, inhouse lab, therapeutic laser. respondvetad@gmail.com.

PT (possibly FT) associate veterinarian needed for a fast-paced, AAHA-accredited, small animal hospital in Lansing. Join our growing team of 5 veterinarians and many LVTs and veterinary assistants. We have digital x-ray, digital dental x-ray, VetPro 1000 dental system, ultrasound, K-Laser, a full in-house IDEXX equipped laboratory (Catalyst Dx, Catalyst One, ProCyte, SediVue, SnapShot Dx). Experience preferred, but new grads are welcome to apply. Please email your cover letter and résumé or CV to wahpracticemanager@gmail.com.

Lakeville Animal Clinic in Oxford, MI is seeking a FT veterinarian to join our small animal practice located in northeast Oakland County. 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, preventative, and complimentary care. The hospital is well equipped with in-house IDEXX laboratory equipment, ultrasound, therapeutic and surgical laser, Avimark practice software, digital dental radiography, and an educated, friendly support staff. Paid Personal VIN account, medical and dental insurance. Half-day on Saturday and no Sunday or emergency hours.

Please send résumé/cover letter to Andrea Bates

at 3500 Lakeville Rd, Oxford, MI 48370, or email lakevilleanimal@gmail.com.

Oshtemo Veterinary Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI is seeking a PT or FT veterinarian to join our 3-doctor small animal practice. Kalamazoo is located in beautiful southwest MI, surrounded by many lakes and outdoor activities. You will be working in a friendly environment in a new state-of-the-art facility. We are a full-service hospital, including laser therapy, laser surgery, digital radiography, and more. Please contact Dr. Del Heckaman by fax at 269/375-4707 or oshtemovet@sbcglobal.net.

Associate veterinarian, Midland, MI: M-20 Animal Hospital is looking for a FT or PT associate to join our team. We are a progressive small animal practice, primarily dogs and cats with a small number of small mammal/exotic patients. We stress client communication and preventative medicine. Good skills in canine and feline medicine and surgery, as well as client communications and teamwork are required. Our practice is well equipped (ultrasound, digital radiography, blood pressure, tonometry, full IDEXX in-house lab, etc.) and we have a highly skilled support staff to assist you in practicing the best medicine. No emergency work required. We currently have a Monday–Friday schedule for appointments. Midland is the international headquarters for the Dow Chemical Company, and is a beautiful, progressive community with many amenities and a great quality of life. Ownership is a possibility for the right individual. If interested please forward résumé and/or contact us: Bruce Francke, DVM, dockerduk@ aol.com, 989/529-3654, or Jack Hertel, jahertel@gmail. com, 989/492-0114 (leave voicemail if no answer).

Growing Grand Rapids feline specialty practice needs to add an additional cat-loving veterinarian to our team!

We are expanding our practice and are looking for the right veterinarian to join our team of 4 veterinarians, 6 LVTs, and 12 support staff. We focus on feline internal medicine, dentistry, surgery, and behavioral medicine.

We are looking for the veterinarian who enjoys feline diagnostic work ups (ultrasound skills are a plus) as well as feline dentistry (using our new digital dental x-ray unit). Great communication skills are essential, along with loving to work as a team with our excellent staff and clients. Please contact Tammy Sadek, DVM at drsadek@catclinics.com.

Blue Cross Animal Hospital in Royal Oak is looking for our 3rd FT or PT veterinarian. We have wonderful clients, absolutely wonderful pets, and modern equipment to practice a high-quality medicine. We are looking for an experienced veterinarian who has interest in surgeries as well. We like to teach so new graduates can be considered. Apply with 3 references: tsharma_au@yahoo.com.

Donaldson Animal Hospital, located just NE of Detroit in Lake Orion, MI, is seeking a PT or FT veterinarian.

We are a modern, progressive animal hospital with a long history of compassionate care. We are looking for a new grad or an experienced associate to start immediately. Competitive wage and CE package. Call 586/489-7821 for more info.

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manner, possess excellent communication skills, and be able to promote healthcare services in the best interest of our patients and clients at all times.

We offer flexible schedules and generous benefits in a family-friendly atmosphere. If you are looking for a rewarding career that focuses on small animal, avian, and exotic medicine, we may have the right fit for you!

We are an AAHA-accredited hospital. Please apply by sending your résumé and cover letter to Kathy@ wwvhcares.com, or by fax to 586/979-3442. Visit us on the web at WWVHCares.com.

Associate veterinarian: Practice, live, and play where others can only escape on vacations. Our rapidly growing mixed animal practice in beautiful lakes and forests of northern MI is seeking a caring, compassionate, and competent associate veterinarian. FT, primarily small animal position available to join our 4½-doctor practice. Our ideal applicant should have 2 or more years’ experience but a new graduate will be considered. Applicants should have excellent people skills and work well with a team. Possible opportunity to buy into partnership in future. For more information, contact Marcie, Office Manager, at Jensen’s Animal Hospital, 4041 Charlevoix Ave, Petoskey, MI 49770; tel: 231/347-8775; email jensensanimalhospital@gmail.com, or visit our website at JensensAnimalHospital.com.

State Road Animal Hospital, located in Alma, MI, is a companion animal AAHA-accredited practice that is rapidly growing and excited to expand the veterinary team. We are looking for an experienced FT doctor who wants to practice the highest quality of medicine and has a passion for providing compassionate care, building strong client relationships, and working in a collaborative team environment. Our multiple-doctor practice is a premier hospital within Gratiot and surrounding counties. We are a full-service, well-equipped hospital with electronic records, digital x-ray, in-house diagnostic labs, ultrasound, therapeutic lasers, and endoscopy. A minimum of 2 years of experience is required; competitive benefits and pay commensurate with experience. Contact Dr. Sharon Waugh, waugh@ stateroadah.com.

Westland Veterinary Hospital, Westland, MI is hiring for FT/PT DVMs. We support exceptional medicine with excellent facilities and equipment. CE, licensing, paid vacation, heath insurance and 401(k) provided.

Base salary and production bonuses BOE. Contact at dhillondvm@gmail.com.

Charlevoix Veterinary Hospital is seeking to add a FT/ PT veterinarian to help grow our busy 2-doctor, small animal practice. We have a great staff, and updated equipment, including digital radiography and highspeed dental unit. We take great pride in providing personalized client service and excellent patient care.

We would prefer a candidate with some experience, but would consider the right new graduate. Salary based on experience. Benefits may include health insurance and simple IRA. Michigan veterinary license is a must. Charlevoix is located in beautiful northern MI, with many opportunities for outdoor recreation in all seasons. Please contact Dr. Lorie DeGrazia or Dr. Rob Pletcher at 231/547-9841, or email charlevoixvet@ yahoo.com.

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PT veterinary position: Eastwood Veterinary Hospital is a 2-doctor small animal practice located in Eaton Rapids, MI, near Lansing. We are seeking a PT veterinarian to work either 1 full day/week and every 3rd Saturday, or 2 afternoons/week and every 3rd Saturday. Our hospital and kennel were renovated in the last 12 months and equipment includes digital radiography, ultrasound, tonometer, Abaxis laboratory, and use of external labs as well. We have a Dentalaire and dental radiography, our surgery suite is wellequipped with new monitors and instruments. We have a welcoming, supportive work environment, and enjoy collaborating on cases. The position will include regular surgery and appointments. There is no on-call or after-hours emergency duty. Our clientele is friendly and our workplace is relaxed and pleasant. Interested candidates can review the hospital at EastVet.com.

Please submit résumés to rebecca.smyka@gmail.com.

Oakwood Animal Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI (home of the Kalamazoo promise) is seeking a FT or PT associate veterinarian to join our team! At Oakwood Animal Hospital we emphasize compassionate care, attention to detail, and client satisfaction in order to provide the best care possible for our patients and their people. We are fully equipped including an in-house laboratory, radiology with a floating x-ray table, digital dental radiology, a state-of-the-art ultrasound unit, tonopen, gas anesthesia, IV fluid pumps, a well-stocked in-house and online pharmacy, and so much more. Our Avimark computer system allows us to be paper-lite, and we recycle to care for our environment. Our hospital culture is supportive and collaborative. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. To apply, please send your résumé to oakwood@nvanet.com.

Any questions, please contact us at 269/349-1831.

Progressive 4-doctor small animal practice looking to hire a FT veterinarian. We are located just south of the town of Genesee and east of Flint (No, we do not have Flint water). If interested, please call 810/736-8600 or email us at heritagevet@comcast.net.

Veterinary Emergency Service in Plymouth, MI searching for FT or PT emergency and critical care veterinarian. VES has been serving the veterinary community in SE Michigan for over 40 years. Contact Dr. Martin Mlynarek: ERVet@wowway.com or Dr. Anna Arthmire: VESWest@wowway.com.

Swartz Creek Veterinary Hospital in Swartz Creek, MI is looking for a FT associate veterinarian. Will consider PT. We are a very busy, fast-paced, walk-in hospital.

We are equipped with digital radiographs, dental radiographs, ultrasound, cold laser, and in-house blood and urine machines, and much more. Applicant must be able to see many patients throughout the day while providing excellent patient care and client service in medicine and surgery. Applicant must be available to work most Saturdays. Please send résumés to Aubri Pinkston at apinkston@swartzcreekvet.com or fax to 810/635-4017.

FT veterinarian needed for a well-established small animal clinic located in Addison, MI. We are a fastpaced, walk-in and appointment 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.

Established, personal touch SAP seeking FT and PT DVM, LVTs, and experienced assistants. Salaries and benefits individualized. Send résumé to Mt. Hope Veterinary Hospital, c/o Dr. Margaret Berry, 2855 E. Mt. Hope Ave, Lansing, MI 48910; mmberry1958@ gmail.com. Snail mail preferred.

Pinecrest Animal Hospital, a well-established 2-doctor clinic in Owosso, MI is seeking both a FT and PT veterinarian who is compassionate and energetic. Enjoy living in a friendly environment and small community while practicing high-quality small animal medicine.

Our clinic includes full in-house diagnostics, including digital x-ray and a fully equipped surgical and dental suite. We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including simple IRA, medical insurance, vacation time, and sick leave. Candidates must reflect our passion for quality patient care and be able to effectively communicate and collaborate with our long-term employees. Please send your résumé via email to Dr. Rangi at pprangi@gmail.com, or by mail to Pinecrest Animal Hospital, 1346 E. Main St, Owosso, MI 48867.

PT veterinarian needed for busy, well-established small animal practice located in beautiful mid-Michigan. We are a growing practice needing to expand our services.

We currently are a small animal-only practice, but are considering expansion into large animal ambulatory and emergency care. We are going to start the position as PT with a potential for more hours and responsibility as our clinic grows. We are looking for a compassionate veterinarian with wonderful interpersonal communication skills, able to perform soft tissue and some orthopedic surgeries, current on up-to-date medicine, and has a desire to be a part of a growing practice. Prospective veterinarians should have at least 1 year of practicing veterinary medicine.

Contract terms and benefits negotiable. Please contact us at North M-18 Veterinary Clinic, 1110 N. M-18, Gladwin, MI 48624, 989/426-8118.

veterinary technicians wanted Growing single-doctor small animal veterinary practice in Livingston County, NW of Ann Arbor, MI, is seeking to hire a FT veterinary technician who wants to give great client and patient care in a more relaxed, personable environment. We are a home-based practice which offers medicine, surgery, diagnostics, and house-call for dogs, cats, and exotics. Benefits include medical insurance, CE, paid holidays, uniforms, production bonuses, sick pay, and paid vacation. Send résumé to pethomehealthcare.altrogge@gmail.com.

FT or PT associate and LVTs for established, growing small animal hospital in northern Macomb County, MI. High standards for patient/client relationships and quality medicine, LVTs/experienced support staff.

Competitive salary/benefit packages. Please email résumé to northmacombvet@gmail.com.

Eastside Animal Hospital is seeking a qualified FT or PT LVT. We are a single-doctor small animal practice in East Lansing, MI. Our services include general wellness, dental care, soft tissue and orthopedic surgery, and small mammal exotic care. Preferred experience with IDEXX equipment, Cornerstone, and dental radiology. Send any questions/résumés to Joshua@eastsideanimalanimalhospital.net.

Traverse City veterinary hospital seeks LVT or experienced assistant for PT or FT position. Three-doctor small animal practice with full IDEXX lab suite, Cornerstone paperless medical records, and DR digital radiography.

Friendly atmosphere with great teamwork. Excellent compensation, hours, and benefits. Send application to Dr. Jane Alexander, Grand Traverse Veterinary Hospital, 3805 Veterans Dr, Traverse City, MI 49684.

Plymouth Road Animal Clinic is currently seeking qualified persons for both a receptionist position, as well as a veterinary assistant (at least 3 years’ experience) or LVT. Candidates must have excellent client communication skills, be positive in their attitude, enjoy working in a team-oriented environment, and of course love animals! Hours are flexible but currently seeking 25–35 hours/week. Pay and benefits are competitive and generous. Please contact Dr. Jennifer Wehler at 616/456-9212, or email plymouthanimalclinic@ gmail.com.

VetSelect Animal Hospitals, with 4 well-established, high-quality hospitals in metro Detroit area, are looking for 2 veterinary technicians for hospitals in the Novi and Dearborn area. We have a great working environment and excellent support staff. Our technicians play an integral role in our medical team. Both positions are FT hours with flexible schedules, including rotating weekend kennel and Saturday shifts. Experience preferred. Duties include surgical/dental assistance, exam room and pharmacy, lab work, radiology, monitoring of patients, maintain anesthetized patients and handling medical records. Benefits include a great hourly rate, health insurance, 401(k), vacation, training and more. Email résumé to Marianne Hay, Hospital Manager at VetSelect of Novi at mhay@vetcor.com, or Kay Ray, Hospital Manager at VetSelect of Dearborn at kray@vetcor.com.

LVT needed: Eastwood Veterinary Hospital in Eaton Rapids searching for a PT or FT LVT. We are a busy small animal practice located 20 minutes from Lansing.

The hospital was remodeled in 2016. We have a full in-house laboratory, ultrasound, digital x-ray, dental radiography and many other diagnostic tools. We offer competitive salary, uniform allowance, generous discount, and some benefits. Please send cover letter and résumé to eastwoodvh@gmail.com. Website: EastVet.com.

Oakwood Animal Hospital of Kalamazoo, MI has an immediate opening for a FT LVT. We have a friendly, goal-oriented staff that is willing to train the right individual to join our team. We offer intensive internal medicine, surgical, and preventative health care for dogs and cats. We offer competitive compensation, along with a comprehensive medical and paid vacation (for FT employees only) and generous personal pet care discounts. Schedule a clinic visit/interview and learn

how we can utilize all of your well-earned skills. Email: oakwood@nvanet.com, tel: 269/349-1831.

Two-veterinarian small animal practice seeking an outgoing LVT for a FT position. New graduates encouraged to apply. Send cover letter, references to careteam@ ludingtonanimalhospital.com or Animal Hospital of Ludington, 310 S. Washington Ave, Ludington, MI 49431.

Lake Lansing Road Animal Clinic in Lansing, MI is hiring a FT LVT and PT assistant. New grads are welcome to apply. Responsibilities include assisting with appointments, anesthesia monitoring, laboratory diagnostics, dental prophylaxis, and client education.

We have an in-house laboratory, ultrasound, digital x-ray, dental radiography, paperless records, and many other diagnostic tools. We offer competitive wage, accrued personal time, generous discount, simple plan retirement match, and health plan. Tech schedule is typically 4 days/week and every 3rd Saturday. Please email résumé and cover letter to Anna at info@lansingvetclinic.com. Clinic website: LansingVetClinic.com.

We are looking for a PT LVT for our fast-paced 3-doctor practice. We are proud to focus on client service and providing the absolute best in preventative care, diagnostic treatment, and surgery. Please email résumé to atrist@beverlyhillsvets.com.

PT LVT needed for veterinary practice for both general medicine and pain medicine/acupuncture/ rehab. Located in Canton, MI. Email résumé to beth@ arborpointe.com or call 734/844-8844 with questions.

Suttons Bay and Elk Rapids Animal Hospitals are looking for an experienced LVT to grow with our expanding hospitals. We operate 2 hospitals with 7 veterinarians. We provide orthopedic surgery, digital x-ray (including dental), small animal surgery, nutritional response testing, laser therapy, rehabilitation, boarding, and grooming. Our ideal candidate will possess a positive attitude, the ability to work well with a team, a solid skill set, critical thinking skills, provide leadership, and have excellent client communication skills. We provide great pay, uniforms, IRA contributions, paid vacation, pet discounts, and continuing education. Availability must be flexible and hours will include some weekends. Contact us at 231/271-4260 or mmcampbell00@yahoo.com.

Would you like to be part of an amazing staff? We are looking for an LVT to join our small animal practice and to complete our outstanding team. We have been a part of the west MI area for 36 years. We are passionate about what we do, who we are, and the relationship with our clients and their pets. Please contact Deb at 231/652-1681, deb@newaygoveterinaryservices.com, or go to our website NewaygoVeterinaryServices.com.

Busy veterinary hospital in Warren, MI has an opening for an LVT. Our ideal candidate would be highly motivated, energetic, and a team player. Must be proficient in all technical skills. We are looking for someone available 20–30 hours, including some evenings and Saturdays. We offer generous benefits in a family-friendly atmosphere. If you are looking for a rewarding career that focuses on small animal, avian, and exotic medicine, we may have the right fit

for you! We are an AAHA-accredited hospital. Please apply by sending your résumé and cover letter to Kathy@wwvhcares.com, or by fax to 586/979-3442.

Visit us on the web at WWVHCares.com.

FT and PT LVTs needed for progressive, friendly, and positive 3-doctor practice in Ann Arbor. We are a patient care, client education-driven hospital that puts emphasis on employee happiness and empowerment.

Position requires 1 year experience and great client communication skills. We offer many benefits to our FT employees not limited to profit sharing, health insurance, and continuing education. If you are a team player and interested in joining ours, please send us your résumé. Come do what you love with us! Send résumé to Trish Post at practicemanager@wvhcares. com; please visit our website at washtenawveterinaryhospital.com.

Oakland Animal Hospital in Rochester, MI is currently seeking a FT or PT LVT to join our practice. We are a well-equipped, progressive hospital. We practice with a high technician-to-doctor ratio. All levels of experience accepted. We offer competitive pay and a benefit package. Please send résumé to garian@ oaklandanimal.com.

office staff wanted Noble Bookkeeping Services: Full charge bookkeeping services including payroll, account reconciliation, financial statement preparation, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and much more! Let my passion for animals and experience with the veterinary profession ease your accounting burdens! Carrie Praeger, cfinanceri@gmail.com, 616/405-9672.

practices & equipment for sale NEW: Small animal practice in upscale northwest Detroit suburbs grossing $596K. Well-equipped with IDEXX lab and CR digital x-ray. Practice price $425K. Contact Total Practice Solutions Group, Dr. Kurt Liljeberg, 800/380-6872, or kurt@tpsgsales.com.

NEW: Small animal practice south of Traverse City grossing $720K. Practice is offered at $435K, real estate offered at $175K. Area has abundant recreation activities. 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 Total Practice Solutions Group. See display ad this issue. Even if you plan to sell your practice yourself, contact Dr. Kurt Liljeberg for a free consultation. We are happy to help. 800/380-6872 or kurt@tpsgsales.com.

Unique opportunity to live and practice in rural northern MI. Small animal practice established in 1967. Purchase can include historic home and 65+ acres of farm/ recreational property. Facility equipped with HD digital x-ray, ultrasound, dental station, full lab, and more.

Currently a solo practice but could easily accommodate 2 DVMs. Amazing gross. Contact tmbdvm@charter. net for details and photos.

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For sale: IDEXX equipment, including Catalyst DX, Vet Lab Station (touch screen and computer), Vetstat, and SnapPro mobile device. All equipment regularly cleaned and maintained, and covered under IDEXX Care Plus while in use. Email Joshua@eastsideanimalanimalhospital.net for pricing questions.

Well-established (37 year) veterinary practice located in a prime, highly visible location now available for sale or lease as founder prepares for retirement. Fully equipped office and surgical suite is turn-key and positioned for significant growth as current owner has scaled back to 2½ days/week. Includes option for living quarters with kitchen, bath, and walk-out lower level. The owner is willing to establish a working transition to facilitate transfer of current client base and brand equity. Willing to negotiate reasonable and creative terms for this affordable practice. Near the lake, this southwest MI location in a desirable community offers exceptional work/life balance. Contact doggydoc19@yahoo.com.

Are you ready to buy or sell a veterinary practice?

Valuations, consultations. Buying or selling. I can help. Call Dr. Fred Zydeck at 248/891-3934 or email fzydeck@aol.com.

Professional workstations with stainless steel tops.

Manufactured by Waterloo Industries. Made in USA, 10 year warranty! Available from Tech World, LLC. Free delivery! Visit TechWorldLLC.net/wi-professionalcategory, or call Garth Felton at 616/901-2611.

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 in Grand Rapids and surrounding areas. Will travel.

Friendly, excellent client communication. References.

Completed rotating and surgical internships. kbegin4@ gmail.com.

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

Allison Birndorf, DVM, 248/459-8974. MSU 12. SA relief in SE Michigan. Will travel. Friendly and reliable. abirndorf@gmail.com.

Tama Cathers, DVM, MS, 269/203-6800. NCSU 96.

SA relief in SE Michigan/Kalamazoo area. Friendly, experienced, reliable. tcathers@gmail.com.

Courtney Chapin, DVM, 616/901-5660. MSU 02.

Available for Grand Rapids area. 6 years’ experience in SA general practice, 3 years in emergency medicine;

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both routine and emergency surgery. Willing to travel. cortneychapin@hotmail.com.

client relations. References available. djmontagnadvm@ charter.net.

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.

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.

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.

Kris Parnell, DVM, 517/881-2845. MSU 91. Available for SA relief or part-time. Will travel 1 hour of Lansing area. References upon request. kparnelldvm@ comcast.net.

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.

Bryan Cornwall, DVM, MBA, 248/227-0562. MSU 89.SA medicine and general surgery in SE Michigan; practice owner for 24 years. Great with clients and staff. bcornwalldvm@gmail.com.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Denise Jorgensen Montagna, DVM, 231/557-1536.

CSU 90. SA relief or P/T in western MI. Excellent

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.

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.

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.

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. 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.

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.

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.

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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