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Winter at the World’s Largest Carnivore Sanctuary

February 1, 2024— Snow flies as tigers romp, a lion’s breath is seen while he roars, a jaguar surveys the land atop a powder-covered platform, and migratory Bald Eagles are...

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A Refuge Preserving the “Wild” of Colorado’s Wild Mustangs

For hundreds of years, the wild mustangs of Colorado have thundered across the western plains. A prominent presence of not only the state’s history, but of the country as a...

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New Year’s Resolution 2024: Sell My Practice

The beginning of a new year is always filled with goals, resolutions, and excitement. If selling your practice is at the top of your list for 2024, you may be...

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Drug expiration dates: Information your practice needs for less risk, higher margins

As published in DVM360’s November 2022 publication By Melissa King, PharmD, Director of Manufacturing Operations, Epicur Pharma Traditionally, veterinary hospitals and clinics utilized neighborhood or national 503A compounding pharmacies to...

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Colorado’s 10,000-acre refuge for rescued carnivores (and then some)

Driving along the southeastern side of Colorado will reveal postcard small towns and an ocean of farmland. Suddenly, the path gives way to rolling hills, rocky outcroppings, and forests of...

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Update: Canine respiratory disease outbreak

This page was last updated on 11/30/23. Over the past several months, CVMA has received many phone calls and emails from veterinarians seeking guidance on the canine respiratory disease outbreak...

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State agencies partner to prevent wildlife and livestock conflict

The following message was distributed by the Colorado Department of Agriculture on November 17, 2023. Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW) and the Colorado Department of Agriculture (CDA) have signed a...

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Colorado expands student loan relief grant for rural practitioners; applications close December 31

A state of Colorado program that helps pay off student loan debt for veterinarians who practice in under-served areas was expanded by the legislature this spring with additional funding and...

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Roadmap to a successful veterinary practice sale

Selling your veterinary practice through an asset sale can be a lucrative endeavor, but it demands a structured approach for a seamless transaction. This guide outlines the essential steps involved...

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Wild Animal Sanctuary offers sanctuary for more than 1,000 rescued lions, tigers, bears, and wolves

More than 1,000 lions, tigers, bears, wolves, and other rescued exotic animals live on more than 33,000 acres of land within Colorado and Texas. They live in large acreage habitats...

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Colorado will no longer distribute paper booklets for Certificates of Veterinary Inspection (CVI); veterinarians can use FREE electronic CVI platform

As of January 1, 2024, Colorado will no longer be distributing paper CVI booklets (for large or small animals). Veterinarians will be allowed to finish out the paper booklets they...

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State Veterinarian’s Office solicits input on veterinary shortage areas for VMLRP

The State Veterinarian’s Office is soliciting input to assist in identifying rural areas in Colorado facing veterinarian shortages. Veterinary Medical Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP) awardees commit to providing at least...

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New backyard avian influenza case confirmed in Colorado

The following message was distributed by the Colorado State Veterinarian’s Office on October 18, 2023. The US Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Veterinary Services Laboratory (NVSL) confirmed a new case...

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CVMA student members advance to semi-finals in national contest at AABP/AASRP Convention

CVMA proudly recognizes its student members who recently advanced to the semi-finals in a national contest at the AABP/AASRP Convention. Nine CSU-CVMA students recently attended the 56th Annual National AABP/AASRP...

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Afraid of your practice numbers? The value of a veterinary business valuation: More than just a sales tool

When it comes to assessing the health and performance of your veterinary practice, a valuation is a valuable tool that extends far beyond its traditional role in preparing for a...

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State veterinarian releases final highly pathogenic avian influenza premises quarantine in Colorado

The following message was distributed by the Colorado State Veterinarian’s Office on September 26, 2023. Colorado State Veterinarian Dr. Maggie Baldwin released the last premises quarantine in Colorado enacted as...

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CVMA announces 2023 award winners

CVMA was pleased to recognize its 2023 award winners and Life Membership awardees during the virtual 2023 Annual Membership Meeting. Thank you to all of our exceptional members for your...

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CVMA welcomes new Board of Directors for 2023-2024 term

Congratulations to the 2023-2024 CVMA Board of Directors! The new board was formally installed in their new roles during the virtual Annual Membership Meeting on September 10. The 2023-2024 CVMA...

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