VIN Tuesday Topic Rounds

Are you missing out on clinical rotations because of COVID-19? The VIN Student Team has you covered with Tuesday Topic Rounds.  During the month of October, join Dr. Jonathan Stockman for 30 minute, case-based sessions on Nutrition every Tuesday at 12ET. Everyone and all levels of experience are welcome. There will be time for Q&A and discussion following. The next session is Nutritional Management for the Overweight Patient on October 6, 2020 at 12 ET.

In this rounds:

• The importance of maintaining a healthy body weight in dogs and cats

• Nutritional strategies for weight loss
• How weight loss and other nutritional modifications can help patients with orthopedic disease

REGISTER HERE FOR THE SESSION

The Veterinary Information Network (VIN) is here to help you as a vet student – especially during this worldwide pandemic. Membership is always free as a student!

CSU SAVMA Presents Dash for Trash

Colorado State University is promoting both physical and environmental health through their Dash for Trash event!  Check out their infographic for details and information on how to win a giftcard!

NC State Hosts 2020 Diversity, Inclusion & Wellness Symposium

Interested in furthering your education in the areas of diversity, inclusion, and wellness? Look no further!  Take a peek at the information below regarding North Carolina State University's virtual symposium at the end of the month!  More information and registration information can be found here.

Cover Photo Inspiration

You've made it to the end of another week, vet med!  We hope some relaxing weekend plans are in your future, maybe to somewhere that looks like this!  These fun snapshots would make great Facebook cover photos, and that's why they are our Issue 3 winners!  Thank you to Ally Minoli, Aden Lessiak, and Martina Morris for their submissions!

By Ally Minoli, Cornell University

By Aden Lessiak, Cornell University

By Martina Morris, Cornell University

Vet Candy: Why You Need to Change Your Perception of Dogs at Risk for Leptospirosis

Take a look at this interesting article published by Vet Candy about the real risks of Leptospirosis!  Included in this piece is a great infographic with statistics you can share with clients to emphasize the risk of infection to dogs of all kinds!

Why you need to change your perception of dogs at risk for leptospirosis

By Dr. Gina Brandstetter

Leptospirosis used to be thought of as a disease that primarily infected large breed, active, outdoor dogs in the countryside. Leptospirosis has also been associated with wet climates or large, stagnant water sources. However, some of these perceptions are changing to include rising infections seen in diverse environments and breeds.

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