Summer 2009

Missouri Veterinary

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A Publication of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Association CONTENTS: 3 Message from the MVMA Board Chair 4 A Word from the Executive Director 6 Veterinarian Involvement in Unlawful Equine Dentistry 7 State Fair Volunteers Needed 8 2009 Missouri Legislative Session Ends 9 MVMA Program Certifies Your Veterinary Assistants 10 General Membership Meeting 11 Highlights of the MVMA Executive Board Meeting 12 MU College of Veterinary Medicine Graduates 70 / MVMA Summer and Fall Equine Programs 13 CVC in Kansas City: CE When & Where You Want It 14 Foundation News & Events 16 New Resources Available to Help Missourians Prepare On the Cover… Household Pets for Emergencies The MVMA introduces a new online Certified 17 In Memory / Candidates Chosen for Student Loan Veterinarian Assistant program with high- Forgiveness and Reimbursement Program quality training, flexible scheduling, and member discount pricing. See page 9 18 Checklist for Putting Your Practice Up for Sale 19 Handling Whitetail Deer / Heritage League Members Create Pathway for Others 20 Classified Ads 24 Upcoming Events

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SUMMER 2009 ⏐ MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY 2 www.mvma.us MISSOURI VETERINARY MEDICAL ASSOCIATION 2500 Country Club Drive MMESSAGEESSAGE FFROMROM TTHEHE Jefferson City, MO 65109 Phone 573-636-8612 Fax 573-659-7175 MMVMAVMA BBOARDOARD CHAIRCHAIR email: [email protected] website: www.mvma.us

Steve Strubberg BOARD OF GOVERNORS Dr. Scott Fray President Dr. Bruce Whittle he first half of 2009 has passed. residents about current issues. Horse President-Elect Our association has been keeping slaughter is a current topic of interest. Dr. Dana Gillig busy on many levels. The Missouri Humane slaughter of horses in many Vice President T Dr. Shelia Taylor legislative session has been completed. ways improves the welfare of the equine Secretary/Treasurer The MVMA staff and members are busy species, and the AWC supports the re- Dr. Steve Strubberg participating in committee and district sumption of horse slaughter in our coun- Board Chair events, and preparing for the State Fair. try. Governor Nixon has emphasized the EXECUTIVE BOARD Everyone should be submitting their as- enforcement of dog breeder regulations Dr. James Mrkvicka sociation dues this summer. If you don’t while in office. The AWC supports the Northwest District Delegate Dr. Ryan Montgomery realize that MVMA membership is a enforcement of these regulations to North Central District Delegate bargain, then learn what our association promote the welfare of the dogs, and to Dr. Duane Farmer does legislatively and what it offers as reward the breeders that are following Northeast District Delegate Dr. Allyson Cook member services. the law. The AWC is helping to develop Greater Kansas City District Delegate MVMA policy statements regarding ani- Dr. Paul E. Smith One of my duties as MVMA Board Chair mal agriculture production practices. The West Central District Delegate is to recruit and nominate individuals to Dr. Sarah Bonstead committee wants to assist our members in Greater St. Louis District Delegate help fill positions on the AVMA coun- promoting good production practices per- Dr. Cynthia Vedder-Penrod cils and committees. During the AVMA taining to several species. The University East Central District Delegate Dr. Ellen Ratcliff Southwest District Delegate Dr. Christopher Baughman Southeast District Delegate If you don’t realize that MVMA membership is a bargain, Dr. David Prigel AVMA Delegate then learn what our association does legislatively and what Dr. Linda Scorse AVMA Alternate Delegate Dr. Neil Olson it offers as member services. Dean - UMC College of Vet. Med. Dr. Clark Fobian AVMA District 7 Representative Mary Green Student Representative Convention in July, many of the vacant of Missouri will be hosting a meeting for positions will be filled. Please visit the cattle veterinarians this summer address- STAFF AVMA website to learn about available ing Beef Quality Assurance, which will Richard Antweiler positions. It is important that our state Executive Director include cattle welfare training. Julie Vaughn helps influence AVMA decisions. Operations Manager I hope everyone has an enjoyable summer. Rhonda Blythe Our MVMA Animal Welfare Committee Try to attend district meetings and remem- Bookkeeper (AWC) has been active this year. They Kim Ralston ber to invite a local recent graduate. Communications Specialist have been addressing issues pertaining to Bobbie Fluegel several species. The committee wants to Administrative Assistant educate MVMA members and Missouri Deidre Mueller Museum Relations www.mvma.us 3 MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY ⏐ SUMMER 2009 veterinary medicine in Missouri, which are too timely to be included in our A WORDWORD FROMFROM THETHE printed Quarterly. If you are not receiv- ing this valuable resource, make sure we have your correct email, and that we are EEXECUTIVEXECUTIVE “white listed” in your email program so that it knows the Executive Report DDIRECTORIRECTOR is not spam. Richard Antweiler You will see the highlights of the Execu- tive Board meeting in this issue. Don’t forget the resource of the member side Greetings from the MVMA program: a real win-win for our clinic of the website www.mvma.us where you owners, their practice staff, and the will find the full minutes of all board office in Jefferson City. MVMA. I encourage you to check out and committee meetings, the Find a this great opportunity for affordable and Colleague tool, including find a relief our association is growing in many morale-building staff training that can veterinarian, and much more. ways, one of which was the March raise your clinic’s level of expertise and debut of this re-designed Missouri Y professionalism, while improving your With your support, we will continue to Veterinary Quarterly. Through outsourc- customer service. search out ways to deliver more value ing and creative partnering, we are able for your dues dollar. As always please to provide this upscale full-color publica- Be watching for your Executive Reports, let us know if we can be of assistance. tion at less cost than the old version. our E-Newsletters which you receive Thank you for your membership in via the email address or fax number the MVMA. In addition, as you can see from the we have on file for you. They are filled cover story, we are unveiling our new with news and information related to MVMA Certified Veterinary Assistant

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Veterinarian Involvement in Unlawful Equine Dentistry

By Bruce P. Whittle, DVM Chair, MVMA Equine Committee, and Gregory M. Dennis, Legal Counsel for the MVMA

Equine dentistry has seen a revival in the last twenty-five years. It has also be- come increasingly and unlawfully engaged in by lay, non-licensed individuals.

nder Missouri law (ie., Missouri lay tooth floaters are representing to the Veterinary Practice Act), dentistry public they have veterinary medical spe- Uof animals is the practice of veteri- cialist status which is not even legal for nary medicine. Prescription and adminis- veterinarians to claim as the American tration of drugs and anesthetic agents is Veterinary Medical Association does also the practice of veterinary medicine. not recognize any specialty boards for equine dentistry at this time. So-called “lay dentists,” or more ap- propriately lay tooth floaters, providing Veterinarians who use the services of dental services for horses or any animals a lay dentist to perform dental care on are committing a criminal act because their client’s horse become the legal the unlawful practice of veterinary medi- supervisor of this person and can be cine is a crime in Missouri. held liable for anything that happens to that horse. Because the lay tooth floater An owner or the full-time (bona fide) would be considered an unregistered as- employee of an owner can legally work sistant as they have no legal standing to on the owner’s animals but this is the participate in the practice of veterinary only applicable exemption and rarely ap- medicine, which includes dentistry, it is plies to the equine dentistry issue. These SUMMER 2009 ⏐ MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY 6 www.mvma.us illegal for them to diagnose or perform any treatment, services or surgery such as, but not limited to dental extractions regard- less of the degree of supervision. State Fair Volunteers Needed The rules of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Board regarding required levels of supervision do allow unregistered assistants to perform routine dental prophylaxis but they must be under immediate supervision of the licensed veterinarian. Immediate supervision means the licensed veterinarian is in the immediate area and within audible and visual range of the animal patient and the person treating the patient. e’re once again recruiting volunteers to man Veterinarians who sedate horses for lay tooth floaters or a client the MVMA booth at the Missouri State requesting such, also legally become supervisors of that person Fair. This year’s fair dates are August 13th and will be held legally responsible for any adverse events that W through the 23rd. Volunteers receive free admis- may occur during or after the provision of dental services. sion and a lunch or dinner ticket to the beef, pork They must also remain in immediate supervision of the lay or poultry restaurants, plus a great time working tooth floater until the procedure is completed. Veterinarians with the public. who provide any prescription, legend (veterinary or human), controlled-substance or extra-label / off-label drugs can find This year we’re combining our booth with the MU- themselves also subject to a host of drug law violations for CVM booth as a cost-saving measure, so you’ll have which the loss of their veterinary license will be the least of students to back you up. If you haven’t been to the their problems. Veterinarians who also suggest or recommend fair lately, give our office a call at 573-636-8612 and a client contact or seek out an unlawful practitioner may also sign up for one of the four-hour shifts. find him or herself confronted with legal difficulties. Please be aware of your liability (disciplinary, civil and criminal) if you find yourself in these situations.

Finally, under the Missouri Code of State Regulations Rules of Professional Conduct, a veterinarian shall not aid or abet, either directly or indirectly, the unlawful practice of veterinary medicine and is obligated to report to the Missouri Veterinary Medical Board any information which he or she has regarding the actual or suspected unlawful or unlicensed practice of veterinary medicine. Besides discipline, by aiding or abetting an unlawful practitioner in the commission of a crime, you may also be vul- nerable to a criminal charge of aiding and abetting. By promoting or supporting the unlawful practice of equine dentistry you are potentially putting your own veterinary license at risk.

If you are not comfortable providing equine dental services yourself, then you might want to consider contacting the MVMA for a list of veterinarians who do provide equine den- tal services and have agreed to have their names on a referral list for equine dentistry. This list is also posted on the MVMA member’s side of the website. If you are interested in becom- ing more adept at equine dentistry yourself, watch for more information to come about the Second Annual MVMA Equine Dental Seminar and Wet Lab to be held September 4-6, 2009 near Union, Missouri. The Missouri Veterinary Medical As- sociation and the MVMA Equine Committee are committed to the health and welfare of the horse and are working on the unlawful practice of equine dentistry from both a legislative standpoint and a continuing education standpoint. www.mvma.us 7 MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY ⏐ SUMMER 2009 prehension or imminent harmful contact by the dog or was acting to prevent the imminent harmful contact against another person if the person has com- plained about the dog to appropriate authorities on at least two occasions (Section 273.033); 2009 Missouri (2) Specifies that the owner or possessor of a dog that bites, without provocation, any person on public property or law- fully on private property or any dog that Legislative Session Ends causes property or livestock damage will be strictly liable for any damages suffered by the person or property and must pay a Federal Funds Dominate fine of up to $1,000 (Section 273.036);

(3) Specifies that a person who steals or receives a stolen firearm, explosive weapon, livestock, or captive wildlife will be guilty of a class C felony. Any person who is convicted of stealing or re- ceiving stolen wildlife or captive wildlife when the value of the animal or animals stolen exceeds $3,000 will be guilty of a class B felony and must serve 80% of his or her sentence before being eligible for probation, parole, conditional release, n Friday, May 15, 2009 the first contains language supported by the or any other early release by the Depart- regular session of the 95th Gener- Missouri Veterinary Medical Associa- ment of Corrections (Sections 570.030 O al Assembly came to a close. The tion regarding legal ownership status of and 570.080); legislative session was overshadowed persons over animals. by the method of how to spend the ap- (4) Specifies that the owner of possessor proximately $4 billion in federal stimulus The amendment to SS HB 481 was as of a dog that has previously bitten a funds. The majority of the incoming follows: “No political subdivision of the person or domestic animal without federal stimulus dollars was appropri- state nor any local government, city or provocation and bites any person on a ated in House Bills 21 & 22 to projects county, or any agency, authority, board, subsequent occasion will be guilty of scattered across the state. It is still too commission, department or officer a class B misdemeanor. If the attack early to grasp exactly how much federal thereof, shall enact any ordinance or results in serious injury to any person, funding will be heading to Missouri, but promulgate or issue any regulation, rule, the owner or possessor will be guilty of the General Assembly reacted quickly to policy, guideline or proclamation describ- a class A misdemeanor. If the attack ensure that every dollar will be spent. ing the relationship between persons and results in serious injury to any person domestic animals as other than persons and a previous attack also resulted in a We expect the Governor to use his line may or can own domestic animals.” serious injury, the owner or possessor item veto power to trim down the state will be guilty of a class D felony (Section operating budget and portions of the Other Animal-Related Bills that passed: 578.024); and capital improvements bill. The General A judiciary crime bill, CCS SS SCS HCS Assembly will return for the annual (5) Allows law enforcement officers to HB 62, contained several provisions inspect any record open to inspection by veto session on Wednesday, September related to animals. The bill: 16, 2009. the State Veterinarian or the Department (1) Specifies that it will be an absolute of Agriculture of any livestock sales or Senate Substitute for House Bill 481 was defence to criminal prosecution or civil market licensee to determine the origin the last bill to reach final passage in the liability for the killing or injuring of a and destination of any livestock handled 2009 Missouri Legislative Session as dog if the person was in reasonable ap- by the licensee (Section 1). an omnibus judiciary bill. SS HB 481 SUMMER 2009 ⏐ MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY 8 www.mvma.us MVMA Program Certifies Your Veterinary Assistants

he Missouri Veterinary Medical Association’s Certi- cies required for animal care and assistance. The program fied Veterinary Assistant online program meets the will educate veterinarian assistants in the essential skills T important staff training needs of MVMA-member and knowledge needed to become effective contributors clinics. It delivers high quality training on a flexible sched- to the veterinary medical team. ule, special discount pricing, and credible certification that saves your clinic time and money. In order to receive certification, certain standard require- ments must be met. These include: Animal Care Technologies (ACT), partnering with the MVMA, has developed this dynamic training program h 90 days of work experience under the supervision of using its vast video training library. Online training can a DVM or RVT; occur at anytime of the day or night, and anywhere a high- h mastering all required Level 1 material; speed Internet connection is available. Technical manuals h gaining and demonstrating the hands-on skills; are replaced with multimedia presentations, and the owner or manager can easily track the progress of the student. h Skills Validation Checklist completed and approved by the DVM or RVT; and Great Training Value h successful completion of the certification exam. Training your staff has never been easier or more affordable. When starting the CVA online program, the clinic invests the RVTs and CVAs initial fee of $200 (includes two free exams/certifications) The Missouri Practice Act clearly outlines the supervision plus a discounted $54 clinic fee each month the program is requirements for Registered Veterinary Technicians. The needed. Subsequent individuals are certified at $125 each. Practice Act does not recognize a Certified Veterinary Annual certification re- Assistant. Registered newal is a flat $35 fee. Veterinary Technicians in the clinic can play an Another great advantage to important role in over- this innovative program is seeing the education and that up to 20 of your hos- skill validation of the as- pital personnel will have sistants as they take the access to over 400 training CVA training. Once the videos, including Kennel CVA is certified, the RVT Assistant, Receptionist serves as a role model and Training, and Manage- benefits from a more in- ment Training among oth- formed and skilled team ers. Not only are the non-li- member. The training censed staff receiving pro- process helps the CVA fessional training, but the better appreciate the ad- RVTs and DVMs will be vanced knowledge and able to receive 25-30 hours skill of the RVT. of R.A.C.E.-approved con- tinuing education with this Find Out More same program. All of this is included in the $54 monthly For program information & sign-up call (800) 357-3182 clinic fee that you can start or stop at anytime. (mention you are an MVMA member) or go to www.4act. com/mvma. Or for general information, go to www. Standards & Certification mvma.us or call MVMA at (573) 636-8612. The MVMA Certified Veterinary Assistant Program is standardized and documents the basic skills and competen- www.mvma.us 9 MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY ⏐ SUMMER 2009 General Membership Meeting Saturday, January 24, 2009

Tan-Tar-A Resort, Osage Beach, Mo. President-Elect, Dr. Scott Fray, reported on the MDA Large Animal Veterinary Student Loan Progam. The six recipients Meeting was called to order by President Dr. Steve Strubberg of the loans were recognized. They are: at 7:15 a.m. Bradley Metzner—Sedalia, Mo, 4th year student I. Minutes of Last Meeting Jason Wooderson—Bolivar, Mo, 4th year student Dr. Shelia Taylor, Secretary/Treasurer, presented minutes from Tyler Rolofson—Tarkio, Mo, 4th year student the January 26, 2008 MVMA General Membership Meeting Jeff Engelbrecht—Henley, MO, 3rd year student held in Branson, MO. It was moved and seconded to approve Adam Acklin—Graham, MO, 3rd year student the minutes as prepared and presented. Motion carried. Randall Miller—Graham, MO, 2nd year student

II. Financial Reports VIII. New Business Dr. Shelia Taylor, Secretary/Treasurer, presented the 2008 Dr. Steve Strubberg proposed a $38 increase to regular active dues, financial statement. As of December 31, 2008, the MVMA with a prorated increase to the dues of other member types. reported $192,157.11 in bank accounts and Certificates of Deposit, plus $280,930.87 in receivables, fixed and other assets It was moved and seconded to approve the dues increase as for total assets of $473,087.98. It was moved and seconded to presented. Motion carried. approve the financial statement as prepared and presented. Results of the 2009 Officers Election were presented by Dr. Motion carried. Steve Strubberg. They were as follows: III. Reports President—Dr. Scott Fray Dr. Clark Fobian, AVMA District VII Executive Board Member President-Elect—Dr. Bruce Whittle presented the AVMA report. Secretary/Treasurer—Dr. Shelia Taylor IV. Keynote Speaker Vice President—Dr. Dana Gillig Dr. Clark Fobian introduced AVMA President-Elect Dr. Larry Board Chair—Dr. Steve Strubberg Corry who delivered the keynote speaker address. New or re-elected MVMA Executive Board Members were V. Guest Speaker as follows: Dr. Steve Strubberg introduced Chair of the Missouri House of Dr. Jim MrKvicka, Northwest Delegate to the Executive Representatives Agriculture Policy Committee, Representative Board Tom Loehner to share his thoughts on the upcoming session. Dr. Stacy Martin-Beamer, Northwest Alternate Delegate to VI. Executive Board Report the Executive Board Executive Board Chairman, Dr. Michael Pfander presented the Dr. Ryan Montgomery, North Central Delegate to the Execu- Executive Board Report from the Thursday, January 22, 2009 tive Board board meeting. (see board minutes, opposite page) Dr. John Sheerman, North Central Alternate Delegate to the It was moved and seconded to approve the actions of the Ex- Executive Board ecutive Board. Motion carried. Dr. Paul Smith, West Central Delegate to the Executive VII. Old Business Board Dr. Steve Strubberg presented the Issues & Activities document. Dr. Craig Payne, West Central Alternate Delegate to the Ex- ecutive Board

SUMMER 2009 ⏐ MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY 10 www.mvma.us Dr. Stacey Beddoe, East Central Alternate Delegate to the In accordance with the MVMA Constitution & Bylaws, Im- Executive Board mediate Past-President Dr. Steve Strubberg became the MVMA Executive Board Chairman. Dr. Scott Fray presented him with AVMA President-Elect Dr. Larry Corry installed the new of- a Retiring President plaque for his service to the MVMA. ficers and board members. Receiving Plaques for Industry Representative of the year Receiving Retiring Board Member Plaques were the following: awards were the following:

Dr. Ronald Palmer, Northwest Delegate to the Executive Food Animal Representative: Tom Haines, Bayer Animal Board Health Dr. Melinda Coleman, Northwest Alternate Delegate to the Executive Board Companion Animal Representative: Bruce Addison, Addison Biological Labs, Inc Dr. Bruce Whittle, North Central Delegate to the Executive Board Meeting Adjourned at 8:30 a.m.

Dr. Wiley McVicker, West Central Delegate to the Executive Respectfully submitted, Board Dr. Shelia Taylor, DVM Secretary/Treasurer Highlights of the MVMA Executive Board Meeting April 19, 2009

The Executive Board took action on and/or approved the fol- Drug Monitoring legislation lowing: Next Annual Convention in St. Charles January 29-31, 2010 Equine Summer Meeting July 25-26 f Budget for 2009-10 Equine Dental Wet Lab September 4-6 f Tan-Tar-A as the location for 2011 Annual Meeting Equine Dental Referral Directory Membership Campaign f Launch of the MVMA Certified Veterinary Assistant Pro- BNDD Euthanasia Technician/Facility License gram (CVA) Debut of a Technician Academia Bowl at 2010 convention f Policy, Practices and Procedures Manual, Employee Man- Horses as Companion Animals ual, & District Officer Handbook 280 members of the Mo. Volunteer Veterinary Corps f AimCare Online Group & Individual Health Insurance Reorganizing of Beef Quality Assurance efforts Online Comparison Tool as a Member Service Team effort between PR Committee & Recent Graduate & Collegiate Task Force Highlights of other discussion topics included the following. Student Speakers Bureau The full minutes containing details on these items can be found Student MVMA Facebook page on the member side of the MVMA website under Resource UMC College of Vet. Med. Issues and activities update Center: MVMA Board & Committees. Faculty membership UMC-CVM Class size going to 110 Advocacy Day UMC-CVM Capital Improvements Growth Projects Students sponsored trip to Washington MVMF beneficiaries Heifer Int’l & student education programs Fall Legislative Policy Forum October 11, 2009 AVMA Convention in Seattle Student loan program funding Mo. Veterinary Medical PAC donation line on the membership Rabies legislation dues statements Cite & Fine legislation UMC-CVM Admissions Committee update Pharmacy Oversight legislation Mo. Academy of Veterinary Practice Update College of Vet. Med. Funding legislation MVMA, LLC Update Animal Ownership Language legislation www.mvma.us 11 MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY ⏐ SUMMER 2009 MU College of Veterinary Medicine Graduates 70 By Tracey Berry, MU College of Veterinary Medicine

MVMA Summer and Fall Equine Programs Dr. Scott Fray, MVMA president leads graduates in the recitation of the Veterinarian’s Oath during UMC-CVM commencement ceremonies. he MVMA Equine Committee will be holding it’s two-day summer equine lecture and wet lab, “Equine r. Debbye Turner Bell, MU College of Veterinary Medi- Sports and Internal Medicine,” at the UMC-CVM cine alumna, former Miss America and television network T Adams Conference Center, Columbia, Mo. on July 25-26. feature reporter, returned to Columbia May 15 for the D The two lectures offer 13 hours of MAVP-approved con- CVM’s 60th annual commencement. With a healthy dose of self-deprecating humor, Turner Bell presented the commence- tinuing education. The seminar includes pastry breakfast, ment address before 70 members of the Class of 2009, who refreshments, and lunch. recited the Veterinarian’s Oath and were welcomed as the On Saturday, the lecture/wet lab will concentrate on stifle newest members of the profession. lameness, ligament diagnosis, back problems and a related Turner Bell joked about her experiences as Miss America, but hands-on ultrasound demonstration. Presenters for these also discussed the more serious lessons she had learned from lectures are Richard Mitchell, DVM, Fairfield, Connecti- growing up owning animals. Urging the class to embrace their cut and Kent Allen, DVM, Middleburg, Virginia. Both responsibilities, she recounted one hard-learned lesson when, are in private practice. as a child, she failed to vaccinate a dog in a timely manner and that mistake ended up costing her pet its life. Sunday’s lecture will discuss equine herpesviruses, equine muscle disease, intracellularis, management of heaves. Members of the Class of 2009 selected Dr. Amanda Owens to The presenter is Beth Davis, DVM, PhD. Dr. Davis is give a response on their behalf. Owens shared with the audience associate professor of equine medicine at KSU-CVM. some of the future goals and accomplishments of her fellow students outside of the classroom, including those students who The fall equine program will be held September 4-6 at had married and become parents while in veterinary school and the Humane Society of Missouri’s Longmeadow Ranch one student who had simultaneously studied American history in Union, Mo. The seminar will feature equine dental and government in order to become a citizen while earning a procedures with a hands-on wet lab by Dr. Dennis Rach, Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree. PowerFloat Company, Alberta, Canada, using Long- Dr. Scott Fray, president of the Missouri Veterinary Medical Asso- meadow Ranch’s rescue horses. Watch your mailbox for ciation, led the graduates in reciting the Veterinarian’s Oath, after more information on this seminar. which Dr. Ron Cott, associate dean for Student and Alumni Af- If you are interested in attending the summer fairs and director of Development, presented the graduating class. Please note: program, make your hotel reservations early. Columbia is Dr. Charles Wiedmeyer, assistant professor, Dr. Deborah Fine, assistant professor, and Dr. Robert Youngquist, associate dean hosting the Missouri Show-Me Games and hotel rooms for academic affairs, conducted the investiture. Bo Fraser, vice are booking fast. Here are four hotel choices: Stoney chairman of the MU Board of Curators, conferred the Doctor of Creek Inn, 573-442-6400; Hilton Garden Center, 573-814- Veterinary Medicine degree to the class members. Veterinarians 5464; Marriott Courtyard, 573-443-8000; and Holiday completing internships, residencies and graduate programs at the Inn Select, 573-445-8531. CVM also received recognition during the ceremony. SUMMER 2009 ⏐ MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY 12 www.mvma.us CVC in Kansas City: CE When & Where You Want It

The difference between The CVC and other CE-oriented events is simple: Quality, Convenience, and Value.

Quality—insightful speakers, practical workshops, relevant pro- grams… and decades of animal health information from the award- winning editors and doctors behind DVM Newsmagazine, Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Economics, and dvm360.com.

Convenience—The CVC is hosted at three different hubs of the vet- erinary community (including Kansas City) throughout the year. Each convention offers excellent options for instruction and CE.

Value—doctors and their teams save time and money on travel. There is no need to journey across the country for the CE you need. The CVC is here in your own backyard.

As a member benefit, MVMA and MAVP members should watch the mail for a great deal on the registration fee for The CVC in Kansas City, August 29–September 1.

For more information: 800.255.6864, ext. 6 or www.TheCVC.com.

www.mvma.us 13 MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY ⏐ SUMMER 2009 Foundation News & Events Foundation Announces Winner of 2009 Animal Archives “Pet of the Year”

he Missouri Veterinary Medi- had recognized what a special dog cal Foundation (MVMF) has King was. Anyone who might read T announced the winner of the my testimonial on King should be 2009 Animal Archives Pet of the able to tell and understand the kind Year. The announcement was in of dog he was. He was so devoted to conjunction with National Pet Week my mom after my dad passed away. held May 3-9, 2009. The Archives The Animal Archives is a program offer an Internet-based memorial that cares about the beloved pets that program devoted to departed pets. people have lost. It doesn’t matter if This year’s winner is King, a 117 lb. the animals are purebreds or mixed. male German Shepherd owned by They all have special places in our Kathy Cavaner of Union, Mo. Her hearts. We need to keep this program veterinarians were Drs. Chris and going so that a lot more beloved pets Julie Landrum of Union, Mo. can be a part of this organization and recognized for their devotion King was one of six nominees in and loyalty to their families, or to an this year’s competition. Nominees elderly person that has no one except are chosen from the previous year’s their pet. I am so honored to accept submissions to the Archives. Dur- this award on behalf of my King be- ing 2008-09, the public was invited ing voted 2009 Pet of the Year. He to vote online for their favorite de- has found his place in the hearts of parted pet based on its life story others as well as he did in his family.” King, the 2009 Animal Archives and the bond between the pet and Thank you, Kathy Cavaner. its owners. Six new contestants are Pet of the Year winner. online now at www.mvma.us for the Our members are encouraged to par- 2010 Pet of the Year. ticipate in the Archives program. For a small fee, they can nominate a deceased patient. It’s a great way to show your Kathy Cavaner was honored that her pet won the competi- sympathy for the client’s loss. In this win-win situation, a tion. “When my beloved King was inducted into the Animal client receives an Animal Archives certificate in your name Archives by my veterinarians, Chris and Julie Landrum, and you are remembered by the client. Union, Mo., I was so happy and surprised that someone

SUMMER 2009 ⏐ MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY 14 www.mvma.us 2009 Pet Week Celebrates “Pets—The Spice of Life”

Communities throughout Missouri celebrated National Pet Week, May 3-9, in their own special way. This year’s theme for the national event was “Pets—The Spice of Life.”

“We all believe that pets are very special, and they do spice up our lives,” said Ginger Morton, the AVMA Auxiliary’s vice president for public relations.

The event was founded in 1981 by the AVMA and the Aux- Hundreds gather to join in the parade and contest festivities. iliary and is now widely celebrated throughout the United States and other parts of the world.

In conjunction with the national event, mid-Missouri veteri- narians and their staff held the annual “Pet Parade” event in downtown Jefferson City. On May 9, the capital city hosted hundreds of pet owners and their pets as they marched from the Cole County Courthouse to the State Capitol lawn. Sta- cey Bates, wife of Dr. Dean Bates, along with her crew of dedicated staff from area clinics managed the event.

After the parade, participants gathered for contests including MVMA staff, Rhonda Blythe and Yummiest Looking Costume, Shortest Legs Contest, and Deidre Mueller, doing a little public Longest Tail Contest. Prize baskets, donated by local veteri- The winners of the “Yummiest relations for the Foundation and nary clinics, were awarded to the big (and small) winners. Looking Costume.” Veterinary Museum.

Veterinarians Invited to Sponsor Museum Tours

St. Joseph Catholic School, Pilot Prairie Home R-V School students Grove, Mo. St. Francis Xavier School, Taos, Mo.

Since the Veterinary Museum relies on donations to cover of Jefferson City; Dr. Loyal Henderson, Vienna Veterinary general operating expenses, it is inviting veterinarians to help Clinic; and Dr. Gene Grellner, Countryside Veterinary. defray expenses by sponsoring group tours of the facility. Tour attendees receive a personalized tour, bookmark with The sponsorship is a great way to increase awareness of your the sponsor clinic’s information on the back, and a group clinic to school groups, scout troops, etc. when they visit the photo. Clinics receive a framed thank you card signed by Capital city while at the same time helping the Museum. the group, and photo to hang in their office… and hopefully a few new clients. Many thanks to these members for sponsoring museum tours this spring: Dr. Scott Fray, Cooper County Animal For more information on how your clinic can participate, Hospital; Dr. Dana Gillig, Sedalia Veterinary Center; and call the Foundation office at 573-636-8737. Drs. Greg Boyer and Jim Howard, Animal Medical Center www.mvma.us 15 MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY ⏐ SUMMER 2009 influenza community guide that details important information about steps to take New Resources Available to prepare for all kinds of emergencies. “We can’t predict what will happen, but to Help Missourians Prepare we can be prepared,” Donnelly said. Donnelly said disasters can happen at Household Pets for Emergencies any time or any place, and Ready in 3 provides three simple steps to prepare for an emergency situation:

n Create a family plan that includes household pets using the Ready in 3 Disaster Plan for Your Pet checklist. o Prepare an emergency kit for your fam- ily that includes household pets using the Ready in 3 Family Safety Guide. p Listen for information about what to do and where to go during an actual emergency.

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services is partnering with the Humane Society of Missouri, Mis- souri Veterinary Medical Association, Coping with power outages, ice storms, heat waves, fires, and floods becomes an Missouri Department of Agriculture, American Red Cross, State Emergency even greater challenge for people who own pets. Management Agency and the Veterinary Medical Board to increase awareness across the state on the importance of he Missouri Department of Health minding people that preparing now will taking steps now to prepare for emergen- and Senior Services today released help make those decisions easier and cies of all kinds. T new resources to help pet own- keep their family and pets safe. ers plan for and respond to emergency “Implementation of the Ready in 3 pet situations. The information is part of the If you have no alternative but to leave resources will be very important to all department’s Ready in 3 program, an on- your pet at home, never leave your pet Missouri animal owners to ensure that going effort to improve the state’s ability chained outside or confined to a crate. their families and animals can survive to respond to emergencies or disasters. Leave them loose inside your home and recover from a variety of disasters. It with food and plenty of water. If you is vitally important that pets are included “Pets are important members of thou- can, make allowances for heat and in any family’s disaster planning,” said sands of Missouri households and with ventilation. Place notices outside in a Kathy Warnick, president of the Hu- these new Ready in 3 resources, families visible area, advising what pets are in mane Society of Missouri. now have the tools they need to take the house, where they are located and action and prepare for the unexpected,” how you can be reached. “You can play a very important part in said Margaret Donnelly, director of the getting yourself, your family and your Missouri Department of Health and “To reach Missouri’s pet owners, veteri- community ready for emergency situ- Senior Services. narians, animal shelters, local govern- ations,” Donnelly said. “By taking the ments and emergency managers across three basic steps in the Ready in 3 pro- Without plans, families may be faced the state are receiving a package of Ready gram, you will help reduce stress during with difficult decisions that may put their in 3 resources. These individuals are be- emergencies and help response agencies entire family at risk during an emergency. ing asked to share these resources with do their jobs.” Missourians may be forced to move from members of their communities and en- their homes during certain emergencies courage them to take steps to prepare,” More information is available at www. and it is vital to include pets in the plan- Donnelly said. dhss.mo.gov/Ready_in_3/ or by calling ning process to ensure everyone remains the Missouri Department of Health and safe. The state health department is re- The resources include a checklist, family Senior Services at 573-526-4768. plan, family safety guide and pandemic SUMMER 2009 ⏐ MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY 16 www.mvma.us In Memory

Dr. Jeff W. Tyler Columbia, Mo. Passed Away: May 17, 2009 Survivors include his wife Carolyn and children Morgan, Wayne, Trevor, Reggie, Tarnue, Sydney, Praise, and Quinn. Dr. Charles Moore Buffalo, Mo. Passed Away: October 17, 2008 Dr. James L. Lybyer Mountain Grove, Mo. Passed Away: June 6, 2009 Survivors include his wife Nancy and daughters, Jennifer, Bethany, Tammy, Carrie and Amy.

Candidates Chosen for Student Loan Forgiveness and Reimbursement Programs

The Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services of- ith the diligent efforts of the MVMA, Missouri fers a tuition reimbursement program for students who serve Department of Agriculture and UMC-College of in the public health-related activities after graduation. W Veterinary Medicine a statutory fix to the Large Animal Veterinary Medicine Loan Program was success- Four UMC-CVM students were chosen for this program. fully amended last May. The fix allows a year-to-year loan They include: Jeff Davis, VM4, Columbia; Courtney forgiveness that makes it practical for participation by third Harral, VM4, Columbia; Christine Nagel, VM2, Colum- and fourth-year students. Under the current bill, large-animal bia; and Kelvin Urday, VM2, Columbia. veterinary students may receive up to $80,000 over four years in loans for veterinary school. Repayment must be made This program is administered under the Primary Care unless the Missouri Department of Agriculture forgives the Resource Initiative for Missouri (PRIMO), which allows loan in exchange for service in under-served areas of the for tuition reimbursement of up to $20,000 per academic state. The General Assembly fully funded the program last year for students in medical programs. To be accepted year at $120,000 (six $20,000 scholarships per year). into this program, students must meet initial and on-going qualifications that enable them to conduct or coordinate Among the highlights of the recent MVMA convention public health activities. Students must also demonstrate a was the announcement of the six UMC- CVM students strong interest in the field of public health, which is most who were approved for the new veterinary loan program. frequently manifested by their entry in the dual DVM-Mas- Students who received the department’s first loans are: ter of Public Health curriculum. Qualifying post-gradua- Bradley Metzner, VM4, Sedalia; Jason Wooderson, VM4, tion public health activities can be conducted at either the Bolivar; Tyler Rolofson, VM4, Tarkio; Jeffrey Engelbrecht, state or local level. Two students per year are accepted into VM3, Henley; Adam Acklin, VM3, Graham; and Randy this program. More information regarding PRMIO can be Miller, VM2, Graham. found on the Internet at www.dhss.mo.gov/PRIMO. www.mvma.us 17 MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY ⏐ SUMMER 2009 Checklist for Putting Your Practice Up For Sale

Here are a few basic steps one should consider before putting your practice up for through the sales process and to comple- tion in a timely manner. Remember it sale. These steps are very basic, but if you miss any one of them or plan poorly, could require working with 5-10 poten- tial buyers before a sale can be completed the outcome may not be what you had hoped for. and that assumes that no major mistakes have been made in structuring your sale. The five P’s apply here. Proper planning 1 Make sure you are ready to quit 4 Get an opinion on value or get as- prevents poor performance. practice. If you are not ready, don’t put sistance in pricing from a qualified indi-

your practice on the market. vidual for the practice. Don’t just pick a Get yourself and your buyer figure out of the wild blue and expect it 8 through the sale process in a timely to work. If over priced or under priced, manner. The longer the sales process 2 Determine what the market for you lose. your practice is likely to be and un- drags on, the less likely you are to close derstand who your likely buyer will be. or complete the sale. Selling to an associate is much different Have your accountant determine 5 than selling to another veterinarian from what the net proceeds (price obtained Complete the obligations set forth outside of the practice. There are huge minus costs of sale and taxes) from the 9 for transition. Know what your obliga- variations in the markets for various vet- sale are likely to be. If there is not enough tions are and fulfill them, so everyone erinary practices based on type, revenues to satisfy your future needs, you may is happy. and location. have to work a few more years or make alternative plans. The present economy

may influence this significantly. Comply with the terms of a Get a real estate appraisal before 10 3 non-compete and enjoy the next phase placing the practice on the market. in your business/personal life using the Real estate can have a huge impact on Keep the practice revenues and net 6 proceeds of the sale of your practice. what your practice sale structure will be. up. Any downward change in the finan- Sometimes, the price of the real estate is cial condition of the practice will likely such that it will be difficult or impossible impact price or what can be justified in to sell as a veterinary practice facility. terms of sale price. You should have a structured sale plan Written by Michael L. Terry DVM, AIBA, Plains States or sale completion may be nothing more Professional Practice Sales and Services. If there are than a hopeful wish. 7 Plan for all the steps necessary to any questions about the content of this article, please get the practice on the market, getting it direct them to 785-566-3307 or [email protected]. SUMMER 2009 ⏐ MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY 18 www.mvma.us Handling Whitetail Deer

s compulsory government disease testing becomes more stringent and purchasers become more demanding, the A need for Whitetail deer farmers to handle their animal is The MDA/MDC Deer Handler-Loader Trailer greater than ever. Many people believe that the Whitetail is far too finicky, flighty and elusive an animal to be handled. Despite o Does the cradle allow for good access of the deer’s body for this temperament, experienced Whitetail deer farmers know viewing or working? how safely and effectively they can be handled. In fact, there p To make TB testing, tagging, velveting, sexing, inseminating are four key factors to handling the Whitetail deer. and DNA testing easy, does the system provide good access Develop a well-planned farm layout. The farm layout should from the front, side and back? 1 take the Whitetail deer’s behavior into consideration. This q Can it handle deer of all sizes, with or without antlers? means fields and runways should be set up so that during round- r How about future expansion, and will it serve your needs up, the herd can escape from you and into the holding pen. for many years to come? Have an effective holding pen and a safe and efficient s Is resale value something you should consider? 2 handling system. A minimum of one holding pen (ap- proximately 40’ x 60’ constructed of solid walls) at the handling Have at least one experienced deer handler. Inexperienced facility will be necessary. 3 deer handlers may make the mistake of believing that deer can be herded like cattle. Safety and Efficiency Safety and efficiency can be achieved by answering the follow- Round up with patience. If you do not succeed in getting ing questions when purchasing or building a Whitetail deer 4 your animals down the alley and into the holding pen the handling system: first time, simply re-enter their habitat, but this time from a different direction. n Is the system fast, efficient and safe for both the animal and the operator? For more information on handling and the MDA/MDC deer handler loader trailer, go to www.mvma.us.

the Foundation with public and professional education programs, Heritage League Members animal welfare issues, and preserving veterinary medicine’s place Create Pathway for Others in history via the Veterinary Museum of Missouri. Many thanks to the following Heritage League members:

In a historic move last spring, the Missouri Veterinary Medi- George F. Fischer, DVM Robert E. Hertzog, DVM cal Foundation established an endowment fund to support its Richard R. Schmidtke, DVM Kenneth E. White, DVM charitable causes. Mrs. Ann White Mr. Richard D. Antweiler The Foundation Board, after careful study of cost, stability and Sarah S. Bonstead, DVM Philip R. Brown, DVM service, chose the Community Foundation of the Ozarks to Mrs. Jean Bryson Howard W. Dickman, DVM hold the fund, which is named “Missouri Veterinary Medical Clark K. Fobian, DVM James P. Howard, DVM Foundation Heritage League Fund.” Mr. Greg Jones Greg A. Popp, DVM The board, working with Greg Jones (formerly with the Universi- William H. Schabbing, DVM William J. Shore, DVM ty of Missouri), developed a list of donation vehicles that will help Vincil M. Wilt, DVM www.mvma.us 19 MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY ⏐ SUMMER 2009 Classified Ads Classified Ad Policy Ads should be submitted to Kim Ralston at [email protected] or faxed to 573-636-8612 and are due by the dates shown below. The MVMA is not responsible for omissions or errors. Member ads will be run for one issue, unless otherwise requested, up to a maximum of three issues. Non-member ads run one issue. Rates: Members’ Ads: free (up to 70 words) Non-Members: $38.00 per issue up to 3 lines (about 21 words) and $3.00 for each additional line. Contact Gavin Merritt at [email protected] for commercial display advertising. Closing Dates: February 19, May 21, August 21, November 20

If you are interested in this position, please Travel time paid in addition to per hour rate. Veterinarians Wanted contact Dr. James Kuhn at (314)921-0500 We are located in Sainte Genevieve MO or mail your resume to Florissant Animal and would love to hear from you. Contact: Wanted: Associate veterinarian for AAHA Hospital, Inc., 605 N. Highway 67, Floris- Jeri Meeker, Program Coordinator, Tiger small-animal hospital located in Kansas sant, MO 63031. If you prefer, you may Ridge Sanctuary, [email protected] City, Mo. Northland area. Position is for a send your resume via e-mail to jmjkuhnie@ (573)330-7334, (573)883-9909. amj09 full-time or part-time veterinarian. Please yahoo.com. amj09 contact: Ron Armstrong, DVM at Platte Go Nationwide In Finding a Veterinarian or Woods Animal Hospital, 816-741-8600, 1-2 Associate Veterinarians needed for Technician. Place an Ad On the Veterinary Career 816-741-7322 (fax), email rondvet@sbc- busy 100% small animal clinic 45 minutes Network Website. Go to http://careers.mvma.us/ global.net. amj09 west of St Louis in Missouri’s fastest grow- for more information. ing community. Excellent support staff in a Florissant Animal Hospital is seeking a great working environment. State of the art full- or part-time associate veterinarian. We Veterinary Technicians facility w/ Covidien Ligasure, laser, Idexx are a growing six doctor, AAHA-certified, Wanted lab, radiology & Cornerstone. Great salary & full service, small animal hospital located benefits including StL Cardinal season tickets in St. Louis County. We see 30-minute ap- Licensed and/or experienced animal health & other sporting events. No emergencies. pointments and enjoy the ability to discuss technician needed for six doctor AAHA Contact Dr Ryan McCann @636-295-5456 cases with the other doctors in the practice. animal hospital in St. Louis County. Position or [email protected]. amj09 Our emphasis is on quality care and personal will involve client contact/education, patient care and some leadership responsibility. attention to our clients. Our doctors enjoy Part time veterinarian wanted. Crown Above average pay, health insurance, com- reasonable hours, no after-hours emergency Ridge Tiger Sanctuary is a USDA approved pany retirement contribution, no overnight work, a 40 member support staff and above non profit rescue sanctuary housing 5 tigers or Sunday duty. Contact: Florissant Animal average pay and benefits. We wish to estab- and 1 lion. We are in search of a veterinar- Hospital, 605 N Hwy 67, Florissant, MO lish a long-term working relationship with a ian who would be willing to come by at least 63031. Phone: 314-921-0500. jas09 devoted, compassionate veterinarian. once a month for routine checks/exams.

Relief Veterinary Services

1992 Missouri graduate available for relief work. Contact me at (314) 771-7014 or Ku- [email protected]. Susan Kubinak, DVM. jfm08

Relief veterinary services, Jason Bradley, DVM, 417-399-6397. Small-animal medi- cine and surgery. Licenses in MO, KS, AZ, and CA. ond08

Small Animal Relief Veterinarian with over 12 years private practice experience, licensed in IL and MO. Please email Joanne Diaz at [email protected] or call Cell# (618) 363 8140 or Home (618) 372- 3108. ond08 SUMMER 2009 ⏐ MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY 20 www.mvma.us Seasoned, reliable, compassionate DVM Relief veterinary services available in Mis- Contact Marion Smith, 2411 McNair Av- available for relief work in Illinois. As a souri for small animal practices. Contact Jeff enue, St. Louis, MO 63104, 314-772-7700, former practice owner, with 27 years of Smith, DVM at 573-434-2752 or DrJeff@ [email protected]. ond08 clinical experience, I practice high qual- JeffSmithDVM.com. jfm08 ity medicine with emphasis on prevention, Veterinary acupuncture services offered in diagnosis/treatment, and client communica- Need a break or vacation? Relief vet- your client’s home or your small animal clinic. tion. I will provide excellent care for your erinarian services available for companion Serving Columbia, Jefferson City, Lake of clients/patients in your absence, or be the animals. Contact Dr. Rebecca Galmiche, the Ozarks, and Springfield areas. Suggest an “extra help” you need in your presence. Elsberry, Mo. at 573-489-2482 or email alternative to clients who are frustrated with Please email or call with inquiries. Thank [email protected]. jfm08 their animal’s recurrent or chronic medical You! Lorna Sifford DVM doctorlorna@aol. conditions. Certified by the International Veterinary Acupuncture Society. Contact com, 618-401-6699. ond08 Services Offered Jeff Smith, DVM, CVA at 573-434-2752 or Experienced small animal veterinarian, Planning & Design of Animal Clinics/ [email protected]. jfm08 good references, available for relief work. Hospitals: Engine House No. 1, inc., an Attention St. Louis veterinarians. Free spay/ Live in St. Louis, but, will travel. Call Mike architectural firm specializing in animal fa- neuter program for low income residents. Gallagher at 314-397-4455. jfm08 cilities, is referred to veterinarians by AAHA. Visitors to your office who cannot afford the Representative projects include: Experienced relief veterinarian available. cost of spay/neuter are encouraged to call Illinois and Missouri licensed. Contact Dr. ` Webster Groves Animal Hospital, Webster the Nooterville Free Spay/Neuter Program. Susan Jenner 618-541-9967 or scorzine@ Groves, Missouri Please help us spread the word. Users of this earthlink.net. jfm08 ` Billhartz Animal Shelter, City of Collins- program must be low income, on government ville, Illinois assistance, or fixed-income seniors who reside Relief veterinary services. Call Dr. John Bres- ` Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, Penitentiary in the city of St. Louis. We don’t want to take sett. Gainesville, Mo. 417-679-1244 jfm08 Glen Nature Center, Lake County, Ohio ` Flight Cage, St. Louis Zoo ■ classified ads — continued on page 22

www.mvma.us 21 MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY ⏐ SUMMER 2009 ■ classified ads — continued Near Norman/Oklahoma City, OK - 1+ eas, hydraulic chute, and rotary large animal doctor, small animal practice with 5 day work table. Well equipped and owner is anxious week. No Saturdays, no emergencies. Rev- to sell. Gross $296K. Growth could be very business away from you. We just want to help enues nearly $540K and sellers discretionary significant for this practice for the right per- those who cannot afford your services. For cash flow is estimated at nearly $160K after son. Call 785-566-3307 or ksmt53@hughes. more info, call 314-776-SPAY or visit www. accounting for RE debt, associate salary and net, Dr. Mike Terry. jas09 poundpals.org. jas08 $5000 on annualized basis for improvements Central Mo. Lake of the Ozarks area – 1 Newsletter & Brochure Design. I can pro- or equipment purchases. Priced to sell quick doctor, 90% small animal. Gross $500K plus vide your clinic with inexpensive newsletter, at $300K for practice and real estate. Owner with good reported net and owner working brochure, etc. design (and printing if desired). wants to pursue other interests. Easy financ- a reported 4 ½ days a week. Clinic facility is Over 20-years experience. Can also write and ing if buyer has good credit and one year of approx. 3600 sq. feet and there are separate edit from your scribbles. Keep your clients veterinary experience. There are lots of ways large animal facilities. Due to health, the doc- informed of vaccination dates, events, board- to expand practice. Buyers let us show you tor has cut back on large animal work. Huge ing facilities, etc. and keep your clients. Call how you can make this practice sale work for potential exists if you want it. Owner wants Kim Ralston at 573-636-8612. you - FREE CONSULT. Contact Dr. Mike Terry for details at 785-566-3307 or ksmt53@ to retire. Call 785-566-3307 or ksmt53@ hughes.net. jas09 hughes.net, Dr. Mike Terry. jas09 Businesses For Sale/Lease Kansas City, Mo. – 2 doctor, gross $650K Mostly small animal practice in SW Mis- Veterinary Practice for Lease. 90% animal, with a reported net that could be character- souri with 2 locations. One doctor, but could 10% bovine and equine. Platte City, Mo. 10 ized as being above average. Growth has be expanded to two doctors, if the huge large miles north of KCI. Call James C, McCrea, been steady since two doctors merged their animal and equine potential was taken ad- DVM at 816-858-2161. Alternate contact: practices. Facilities are older but, but very vantage of. Gross is currently in mid $500K Clark Gwin, DVM at 660-646-6700 or 660- functional and well kept up. Part of building range. Lots of equipment assets and owner 646-8212. jas09 is also rented out to long term tenant. This desires to sell the real estate. Seller retiring practice serves primarily a blue collar com- and willing to work with buyers in structur- Mixed Animal Practice for sale in Post, munity, but clients have been trained to ac- ing a deal. Referral to seller will occur once Texas (45 minutes from Lubbock, Texas cept workups and diverse treatment options. confidentiality agreement has been put into and 15 minutes from Lake Alan Henry). Owners wish to retire, but they could assist in place. Call 785-566-3307 or ksmt53@hughes. Approximately, 45-50% large animal and 50- transition and possibly work part-time after net, Dr. Mike Terry. jas09 55% small animal. Practice is being offered the sale. Price of practice and real estate is with building, acreage (4.8 acres), inventory, pending RE appraisal, but it is anticipated and equipment (including a truck and Bowie Items For Sale that an excellent salary after debt service will unit) for one price. For more information, be possible. Call 785-566-3307 or ksmt53@ For Sale: 2008 Chevy Colorado Z71 Extended please call Kim Mills at (806) 543-1055 or hughes.net, Dr. Mike Terry. jas09 Cab, 4WD, brush guard, with 2008 Bowie Ca- (806) 495-3104. jas09 pri 6 vet unit. Contact: Dr. Roger Borgmeyer, Central Kansas – (Near Russell) solo, FOR SALE OR LEASE. Excellent op- California, MO 573-796-3168. jas09 high tech, small animal grossing approx portunity for a veterinary office clinic. $443K in 2007 with excellent facilities with For Sale: X-Ray Film Viewers. Assorted 9,579 sf office building in Wentzville, MO. excellent floor plan and modern updated sizes, i.e. single bank, double bank, five bank, Radiation vault, exam rooms etc. Currently equipment (ie surgical laser & ultrasound) all for up to 14”x17” film. Wall hanging film an Oncology Center. Available Oct. 2008. catering to those who want the best in small storage box, red light, RE-o-stat hot light Contact Cissell Mueller Company LLC: animal care. Real estate includes 14 acres (foot controlled), film labeling machine. 636-970-0330. jas09 and excess commercial property, which can Equine walk in palpation\ Examination Well-established, two-doctor, mixed- be split off. It has been reported that there is portable horse stalks. All are in good con- animal practice for sale in Higginsville, Mo. approximately $115K in discretionary cash dition and are priced to sell. Contact Jack Wonderful small-town atmosphere. 40 miles flow after accounting for facility costs and a Germeroth 417-581-3647. jas09 east of Kansas City. Well-equipped hospital, bank wants to do the deal with a qualified 1998 29ft Ford Super Duty V10 Minnie 2 exam rooms, large surgery room, inside buyer. Call 785-566-3307 or ksmt53@hughes. Winnie, 146,000 mi, custom built for vet and outside kennels. In-house Idexx lab net, Dr. Mike Terry. jas09 clinic, not refurbished, bathroom, central vac, equipment. Cattle facilities and equine stocks South Central Mo. near Ark. Border – 1 hydraulic exam table/scale, 3 Snyder heated available for haul-in work. Owners selling due doctor, long established mostly small ani- cages, refrigerator/freezer and microwave, in to changing lifestyle. Practice with building mal practice with large equine/large animal current service, excellent condition. $37,500. and real estate. Serious inquiries only. Will- potential, if desired. Facilities approximate E-mail [email protected]. 816-806- ing to sell as small-animal practice only. Call 3000 sq. feet and include cattle working ar- 3767, dvd on request. amj09 816-263-1605 or 816-616-6775. jas09 SUMMER 2009 ⏐ MISSOURI VETERINARY QUARTERLY 22 www.mvma.us For sale: Porta-Vet 8 ft. bed. Will email IV drip sets, IV tubing, LRS, 0.9% saline, scalpel blades, suture material (any), scales photos on request. New owner will need microhematocrit tubes (heparinized and (large and small), pet food. to pick up in Chillicothe, Mo. Contact Dr. nonheparinized), hemacytometer, micro- Ross at 660-646-3670 or chillianimal@ hematocrit tube centrifuge, refractometer, Any and all donations are deeply appreciated cmuonline.net. jas09 Unopettes (avian and mammal), blood col- (and tax deductible!) lection tubes (red tops, purple tops, light Thank you, Used Shoreline stainless steel treatment blue tops), Diff Quik stain, Gram stain, table with hydraulic lift and base. List new immersion oil, microscope slides, cover slips, Dr. Priscilla Pettit, Staff Veterinarian, Wild- for $1906 plus shipping. Will sell for $500 or Azostix, ampicillin, piperacillin, pen G, life Rescue Center, 1128 New Ballwin Road, best offer. Contact Dr. James Kuhn at 314- enrofloxacin, gentocin, metronidazole, sul- Ballwin, MO 63021, 636-394-1880, fax: 636- 921-0500. amj09 fasalazine, tribrissen, nystatin, itraconazole, 394-8143 mj04 ketoconazole, anti-parasitics, (strongid, Donations Needed ivomec, Revolution, Heartgard, Panacur), atropine, dopram, dexamethasone, sodium Special Interest The Wildlife Rescue Center is in the process phosphate, aminophylline, furosemide, man- Ride to Live, Live to Ride! Do you have a of expanding its capabilities! As the new nitol, Reglan, cimetidine, carafate, calcium motorcycle and an interest in touring and (and first) staff veterinarian, I am asking for disodium EDTA (chelating agent), antitoxin live anywhere remotely near Northwest medical and surgical equipment and supplies (for botulism-type C toxoid for mink), char- Arkansas? If so, I am starting a veterinarians donations to enhance the type of care we of- coal, dextrose, formalin and containers, on bikes club. If you are interested please fer Missouri’s native wildlife. We would like fungal cultures (dermatophyte), Isoflurane contact Dennis Meenen at 479-925-2300 to provide not only quality rehabilitation, but vaporizer, anesthesia machine, E tanks, (2), or [email protected] or 14326 E Hwy 12, also quality medical and surgical services. radiograph developer, radiograph film, (all Rogers, AR-72756. mj03 Please consider making a tax-deductible sizes), small and medium cassettes, illumina- donation—small or large—to our expanding tor (view box), lead aprons/gloves/thyroid non-profit hospital. Thank you! shields, ambubag, endotracheal tubes, Fluo- rescein stain strips, surgical gowns, surgical Wish list: Syringes (all types), 27 and 25 drapes, masks, shoe covers, scalpel handles, gauge needles, small IV catheters, small

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JULY 2009 29 Central Veterinary Conference. Held at Bartle 11-14 2009 AVMA Convention, Seattle, WA. Held Hall, Kansas City, Mo. Go to www.cvccentral. at Washington State Convention and Trade com for more info. Center. Go to www.avmaconvention.org for more information. SEPTEMBER 2009 18-19 The Livestock Marketing Association and the 4-6 MVMA Equine Dentistry Lecture & Wet Lab. Missouri Department of Agriculture will meet Held at Humane Society of Missouri’s Long to discuss Missouri livestock market laws; stat- Meadow Ranch, Union, Mo. Eighteen hours utory authority for requesting ID inspections; of CE. Your chance to learn while helping first-point testing; carcass disposal; trichinosis rescued horses. More info to come. and BVD; more. Veterinarians and livestock market owners are invited to attend.

The location and time are still being developed. OCTOBER 2009 Watch for more information at the “Veterinar- 20-25 ISAZ Conference - Human-Animal Interac- ian” tab at www.mvma.us. tion: Impacting Multiple Species. Hosted by UMC-CVM. Held in Kansas City, Mo. Go to 25-26 MVMA Summer Equine Program. Topics to www.isaz.net. for information. be announced. Held at Adams Conference Center, Columbia, Mo. More information to come in May. JANUARY 2010 29-31 MVMA Convention - Embassy Suites Hotel, St. Charles, MO AUGUST 2009 13-23 Missouri State Fair, Sedalia, Mo. Volunteers needed to man the MVMA booth. Half-day shifts with free fair admission and lunch/din- ner. Call the office to sign up, 573-636-8612.