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To enhance the ability of member veterinarians to improve animal well-being and public health, and to promote the quality of veterinary medicine.
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"Connecticut's Big Fix"
October 7, 2011
RE: “Connecticut’s Big Fix” brought to you by the CVMA, February 20th-24th, 2012
Dear Colleagues,
I am writing to invite you to be part of a wonderful state-wide community service volunteer project; “Connecticut’s Big Fix.” The Big Fix is a weeklong spay/neuter event. This event will be sponsored by the CVMA. Our mission is to spay/neuter pets where economics make such care unattainable
As we all know, many individuals own pets – whether they can properly afford care for them or not. Unfortunately, in our society, pet overpopulation is a reality. In the State of Connecticut over four thousand animals were euthanized last year. Our goal isn’t to compete with private practitioners, but to spay/neuter those pets that wouldn’t otherwise be helped.
The goal of our project is to create a win-win situation for pet owners and private practitioners alike. We plan to achieve this by providing sterilization for animals who would potentially continue to breed, by deworming to help control zoonotic concerns, and by educating pet owners. This event will benefit our neighborhoods by promoting the importance of veterinary care and promote follow up with veterinarians that have given of their time and expertise.
The group we’re targeting is low-income families, as designated by the State of Connecticut. Owners qualify through proof of state-assisted documentation. Once pets in need are identified they will be matched with a participating local veterinarian. The CVMA is asking you to consider committing to 10 surgeries over the course of one week. If 50 veterinarians (of our 650 CVMA members) commit to 10 surgeries we can accomplish our goal of 500 sterilized pets across the state of Connecticut! CVMA will take care of all of the legal paperwork, scheduling and provide you with all the necessary documentation prior to the scheduled surgery week. Given our anticipated sponsorship of veterinary supplies (suture, tissue glue, blades, gauze, drapes, rabies vaccines, Felv/ FIV snap tests, and snap heartworm tests) the commitment we are asking of you is your time. We will take care of the rest!
We hope you will recognize the multi-faceted impact this volunteer spay/neuter project will have and give the gift of your time and support the CVMA’s endeavor. If you or someone on your staff is interested in participating in this program, or if you have any questions or concerns, please contact us. We ask that you notify us of your willingness to participate by January 1st, 2012 so that we may match patients in need with your practice in a timely manner. Please email me at gabdvm@hotmail.com with any questions as well.
Our hope is to continue this project annually, as it has so much potential for our profession and community service on a large-scale. Thank you so much for your time.
Sincerely,
Gayle Block, President CVMA
Connecticut’s Big Fix committee
State Rabies Protocol Manual Revised
In December 1991 with assistance from state and private agencies, the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association published the “State of Connecticut Manual for Rabies Management and Protocols”. It served as an essential reference for veterinarians and other professionals who were expected to provide assistance and advice regarding rabies. The Connecticut Department of Agriculture, in cooperation with the Connecticut Department of Public Health and the Connecticut Veterinary Medical Association, has updated that information and published it on a new website. It provides links to further information about rabies and whom to contact in the event of a rabies incident.
Dr. John de Jong elected District 1 Representative
Dr. John H. de Jong of Weston, MA has been elected District I representative to the AVMA, representing the New England states and New York. This election was held in accordance to Article V Section 6(b) of the AVMA Bylaws. Dr. de Jong’s term (2010-2016) on the Executive Board will begin at the close of the 2010 Annual Session of the AVMA House of Delegates in Atlanta, Georgia in July. He will replace Dr. Douglas Aspros, whose term expires at that time.
Mandatory Continuing Education
Governor Jodi Rell has signed into law a requirement that Connecticut veterinarians obtain at least 24 hours of continuing professional education every two years. The CE requirement will affect license renewals beginning on July 1, 2011. For additional information, click here.
CVMA Veterinarian Served in Haiti Following the Earthquake
The Connecticut State Animal Response Team (CTSART) answered a call from the Animal Response Coalition of Haiti (ARCH), a coalition of several transnational, animal welfare, non-governmental organizations for a veterinarian to serve in that country following its major earthquake. Dr. Christopher Gargamelli of the Animal Emergency Hospital of Central Connecticut spent five days in Haiti in early February administering to both farm animals and domestic animals. Dr. Gargamelli is the CVMA Vice President and Region 2 Animal Response Team Leader.
USDA Extends Deadline for National Veterinary Accreditation Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has extended the deadline for accredited veterinarians to elect to participate in the National Veterinary Accreditation Program (NVAP) until further notice. See additional information . You can also learn more at http://www.aphis.usda.gov/animalhealth/vet_accreditation. For questions, contact the State Veterinarian's Office at 860-714-2505 or the USDA's New England area office at 508-363-2290.
CVMF
The Connecticut Veterinary Medical Foundation is the charitable and service arm of the veterinary community in Connecticut. Click here for more information.
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