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      <title>PetMeds Expands, Fear Free Validiation, NVA adds to IPO Team</title>
      <itunes:episode>147</itunes:episode>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <title>AI Scribing Hits Majority Mark, Spot Pet Insurance Highlights Cost, March Madness</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Jon Ayers and Adam Wysocki drop more AI Scribing Data</li><li>CoVet Clients Happiest, ScribbleVet largest player</li><li>Spot Pet Insurance cost impact data</li><li>Otto Takes Home the Championship</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li><li><a href="https://rplfirst100.github.io/ai-bracket-challenge/">Veterinary AI Bracket Challenge</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>UK CMA Latest, Chewy’s Big Q4, Tractive Acquires, Title Protection</title>
      <itunes:episode>143</itunes:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>First week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>UK’s New Rules for Vet Practices</li><li>Chewy’s Big Q4 Numbers</li><li>Tractive Acquired by Bending Spoons</li><li>NAVTA Scope of Practice Report</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li><li><a href="https://rplfirst100.github.io/ai-bracket-challenge/">Veterinary AI Bracket Challenge</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>First week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>UK’s New Rules for Vet Practices</li><li>Chewy’s Big Q4 Numbers</li><li>Tractive Acquired by Bending Spoons</li><li>NAVTA Scope of Practice Report</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li><li><a href="https://rplfirst100.github.io/ai-bracket-challenge/">Veterinary AI Bracket Challenge</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>AVMA State of Profession, IVC Eyes IPO, Zoetis and Petsmart Charities</title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>OpenVet launches VetClaw</li><li>IVC Evidensia eyeing multibillion-pound London IPO</li><li>AVMA Economic Report: heavy debt, strong labor market</li><li>PetSmart Charities awards $3M in shelter grants</li><li>Zoetis Foundation gives out $2.25M in scholarships</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li><li><a href="https://rplfirst100.github.io/ai-bracket-challenge/">Veterinary AI Bracket Challenge</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>OpenVet launches VetClaw</li><li>IVC Evidensia eyeing multibillion-pound London IPO</li><li>AVMA Economic Report: heavy debt, strong labor market</li><li>PetSmart Charities awards $3M in shelter grants</li><li>Zoetis Foundation gives out $2.25M in scholarships</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li><li><a href="https://rplfirst100.github.io/ai-bracket-challenge/">Veterinary AI Bracket Challenge</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:07:56 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Workforce Updates, Dechra HQ, Hill’s Shelter Report, Cats worth $21B</title>
      <itunes:episode>141</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>141</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of March, what'd you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>VPAs, Arizona's OJT pathway, distance ed guardrails</li><li>Dechra moves global HQ to Boston</li><li>Hill's 2026 Shelter Report</li><li>$21B untapped feline patients</li><li>Pawsible Venture Incubator</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/shelter-report?lightboxfired=true">Hill's 2026 State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of March, what'd you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>VPAs, Arizona's OJT pathway, distance ed guardrails</li><li>Dechra moves global HQ to Boston</li><li>Hill's 2026 Shelter Report</li><li>$21B untapped feline patients</li><li>Pawsible Venture Incubator</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/shelter-report?lightboxfired=true">Hill's 2026 State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of March, what'd you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>VPAs, Arizona's OJT pathway, distance ed guardrails</li><li>Dechra moves global HQ to Boston</li><li>Hill's 2026 Shelter Report</li><li>$21B untapped feline patients</li><li>Pawsible Venture Incubator</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/shelter-report?lightboxfired=true">Hill's 2026 State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>New JAK City, PE Exit Struggles, CBD for Dogs Inches Forward, PetcoLove 4M</title>
      <itunes:episode>140</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>140</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>New JAK City, PE Exit Struggles, CBD for Dogs Inches Forward, PetcoLove 4M</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of March, what'd you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>FDA approves Merck's NUMELVI — first second-gen JAK inhibitor for dogs</li><li>PE firms struggling to exit pandemic-era vet deals (Encore, CareVet, and Blue River hit the market)</li><li>InnoCan gets third FDA fee waiver for CBD pain injection in dogs</li><li>PetSmart + Healthy Paws expand insurance partnership</li><li>Petco Love hits 4 million free vaccines</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li><li><a href="https://onekc.org/kc-animal-health-corridor/events/animal-health-summit/emerging-company-presentations/application/?_cldee=o3CpGUixR2s239iojCO34fVspT4E704O_6Jha49amLJ3OCDNM8AxexT3VNdiioovhliEmADVXAL2eHe-rKsGQg&amp;recipientid=contact-e5f948a030a8eb11b1ac000d3a988a72-07e1bed267ba4a0d8a7e4145a07938e5&amp;esid=340332cb-9811-f111-8406-000d3a11edd3">2026 Animal Health Summit Emerging Company Application</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@benlapidus/video/7612352449919290638">TikTok - Is it Pet Smart or Pets Marks?</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of March, what'd you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>FDA approves Merck's NUMELVI — first second-gen JAK inhibitor for dogs</li><li>PE firms struggling to exit pandemic-era vet deals (Encore, CareVet, and Blue River hit the market)</li><li>InnoCan gets third FDA fee waiver for CBD pain injection in dogs</li><li>PetSmart + Healthy Paws expand insurance partnership</li><li>Petco Love hits 4 million free vaccines</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li><li><a href="https://onekc.org/kc-animal-health-corridor/events/animal-health-summit/emerging-company-presentations/application/?_cldee=o3CpGUixR2s239iojCO34fVspT4E704O_6Jha49amLJ3OCDNM8AxexT3VNdiioovhliEmADVXAL2eHe-rKsGQg&amp;recipientid=contact-e5f948a030a8eb11b1ac000d3a988a72-07e1bed267ba4a0d8a7e4145a07938e5&amp;esid=340332cb-9811-f111-8406-000d3a11edd3">2026 Animal Health Summit Emerging Company Application</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@benlapidus/video/7612352449919290638">TikTok - Is it Pet Smart or Pets Marks?</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:02 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>751</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of March, what'd you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>FDA approves Merck's NUMELVI — first second-gen JAK inhibitor for dogs</li><li>PE firms struggling to exit pandemic-era vet deals (Encore, CareVet, and Blue River hit the market)</li><li>InnoCan gets third FDA fee waiver for CBD pain injection in dogs</li><li>PetSmart + Healthy Paws expand insurance partnership</li><li>Petco Love hits 4 million free vaccines</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li><li><a href="https://onekc.org/kc-animal-health-corridor/events/animal-health-summit/emerging-company-presentations/application/?_cldee=o3CpGUixR2s239iojCO34fVspT4E704O_6Jha49amLJ3OCDNM8AxexT3VNdiioovhliEmADVXAL2eHe-rKsGQg&amp;recipientid=contact-e5f948a030a8eb11b1ac000d3a988a72-07e1bed267ba4a0d8a7e4145a07938e5&amp;esid=340332cb-9811-f111-8406-000d3a11edd3">2026 Animal Health Summit Emerging Company Application</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@benlapidus/video/7612352449919290638">TikTok - Is it Pet Smart or Pets Marks?</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Zoetis Buys Neogen Genomics, Mars, Bissell, and AKC Bring Funds, Bond to the Rescue</title>
      <itunes:episode>139</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>139</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Zoetis Buys Neogen Genomics, Mars, Bissell, and AKC Bring Funds, Bond to the Rescue</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Zoetis to acquire Neogen’s Genomics Division</li><li>Gallant partners with MWI and data with AAHA</li><li>Mars Impact Fund</li><li>Duffield and Bissell Fix the Future</li><li>AKC Humane Fund</li><li>Cutting Horse launches $75M Fund</li><li>Bond Vet partners with ACC of NYC</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Zoetis to acquire Neogen’s Genomics Division</li><li>Gallant partners with MWI and data with AAHA</li><li>Mars Impact Fund</li><li>Duffield and Bissell Fix the Future</li><li>AKC Humane Fund</li><li>Cutting Horse launches $75M Fund</li><li>Bond Vet partners with ACC of NYC</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>742</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Zoetis to acquire Neogen’s Genomics Division</li><li>Gallant partners with MWI and data with AAHA</li><li>Mars Impact Fund</li><li>Duffield and Bissell Fix the Future</li><li>AKC Humane Fund</li><li>Cutting Horse launches $75M Fund</li><li>Bond Vet partners with ACC of NYC</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vrce.vet/">VRCE - The Veterinary Profession’s #1 CSR Development Program</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Covetrus x MWI, Cambridge Stays Open, Negotiating Relief, Spots hits 1M</title>
      <itunes:episode>138</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>138</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Covetrus x MWI, Cambridge Stays Open, Negotiating Relief, Spots hits 1M</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Quick hit on Covetrus and MWI Merger</li><li>University of Cambridge keeps Vet School open</li><li>Serenity Vet launches AI negotiation tool</li><li>Spot hits 1M insured pets</li><li>PetBux launches cashback marketplace</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.first100.io/recruiting">first100</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Quick hit on Covetrus and MWI Merger</li><li>University of Cambridge keeps Vet School open</li><li>Serenity Vet launches AI negotiation tool</li><li>Spot hits 1M insured pets</li><li>PetBux launches cashback marketplace</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.first100.io/recruiting">first100</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>872</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Quick hit on Covetrus and MWI Merger</li><li>University of Cambridge keeps Vet School open</li><li>Serenity Vet launches AI negotiation tool</li><li>Spot hits 1M insured pets</li><li>PetBux launches cashback marketplace</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.first100.io/recruiting">first100</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Loyal’s $100M, Open Door Says Yes to Care, Hollywood Feed ready to Grow</title>
      <itunes:episode>137</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>137</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Loyal’s $100M, Open Door Says Yes to Care, Hollywood Feed ready to Grow</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Loyal brings in $100M Series C</li><li>Open Door, myBalto, and Varidi launch Yes to Care</li><li>Hollywood Feed preps for expansion</li><li>Weather and Dog Bites</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.first100.io/recruiting">first100</a></li><li><a href="https://yestocare.org/">Yes to Care – Helping Veterinary Hospitals Save More Pet Lives</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Loyal brings in $100M Series C</li><li>Open Door, myBalto, and Varidi launch Yes to Care</li><li>Hollywood Feed preps for expansion</li><li>Weather and Dog Bites</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.first100.io/recruiting">first100</a></li><li><a href="https://yestocare.org/">Yes to Care – Helping Veterinary Hospitals Save More Pet Lives</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>606</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Loyal brings in $100M Series C</li><li>Open Door, myBalto, and Varidi launch Yes to Care</li><li>Hollywood Feed preps for expansion</li><li>Weather and Dog Bites</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.first100.io/recruiting">first100</a></li><li><a href="https://yestocare.org/">Yes to Care – Helping Veterinary Hospitals Save More Pet Lives</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Ollie for $600M, Shelter Data, Vet Salaries Revealed, and Biobanking</title>
      <itunes:episode>136</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>136</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Ollie for $600M, Shelter Data, Vet Salaries Revealed, and Biobanking</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Ollie acquired for $600M</li><li>Key Findings from the 2025 Shelter Animal Count</li><li>Ring expands Search Party</li><li>Early career vet salaries</li><li>Colossal Biosciences' new Biobank</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.first100.io/recruiting">first100</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Ollie acquired for $600M</li><li>Key Findings from the 2025 Shelter Animal Count</li><li>Ring expands Search Party</li><li>Early career vet salaries</li><li>Colossal Biosciences' new Biobank</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.first100.io/recruiting">first100</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>782</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Ollie acquired for $600M</li><li>Key Findings from the 2025 Shelter Animal Count</li><li>Ring expands Search Party</li><li>Early career vet salaries</li><li>Colossal Biosciences' new Biobank</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.first100.io/recruiting">first100</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>MWI+Covetrus?, Snout’s $110M, Rover’s Purrrchase, and DSM-Firmenich AHN potential</title>
      <itunes:episode>135</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>135</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>MWI+Covetrus?, Snout’s $110M, Rover’s Purrrchase, and DSM-Firmenich AHN potential</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Is Covetrus eyeing MWI?</li><li>Snout brings in $110M</li><li>Rover acquires Meowtel</li><li>CVC looking at dsm‑firmenich Animal Nutrition &amp; Health</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://inventoryally.com/bird-bath/">Inventory Ally</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Is Covetrus eyeing MWI?</li><li>Snout brings in $110M</li><li>Rover acquires Meowtel</li><li>CVC looking at dsm‑firmenich Animal Nutrition &amp; Health</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://inventoryally.com/bird-bath/">Inventory Ally</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Is Covetrus eyeing MWI?</li><li>Snout brings in $110M</li><li>Rover acquires Meowtel</li><li>CVC looking at dsm‑firmenich Animal Nutrition &amp; Health</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://inventoryally.com/bird-bath/">Inventory Ally</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>IndeVets x Fear Free, NOMV Grants, AAVMC Scholarships, and Barnwell Bio Round</title>
      <itunes:episode>134</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>134</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>IndeVets x Fear Free, NOMV Grants, AAVMC Scholarships, and Barnwell Bio Round</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>IndeVets launches all Fear Free Vets</li><li>AAVMC awards $160k in Scholarships</li><li>NOMV Offers Support and Grants</li><li>IVP finally delists</li><li>Barnwell Bio Raises $6M</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://ahnti-eu.com/events/ahnti-eu">AHNTI EU 2026 - Shaping the Future of Animal Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li><li><a href="https://nomv.org/apply-for-a-grant/">NOMV - Apply for a Grant</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>IndeVets launches all Fear Free Vets</li><li>AAVMC awards $160k in Scholarships</li><li>NOMV Offers Support and Grants</li><li>IVP finally delists</li><li>Barnwell Bio Raises $6M</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://ahnti-eu.com/events/ahnti-eu">AHNTI EU 2026 - Shaping the Future of Animal Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li><li><a href="https://nomv.org/apply-for-a-grant/">NOMV - Apply for a Grant</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>707</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>IndeVets launches all Fear Free Vets</li><li>AAVMC awards $160k in Scholarships</li><li>NOMV Offers Support and Grants</li><li>IVP finally delists</li><li>Barnwell Bio Raises $6M</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://ahnti-eu.com/events/ahnti-eu">AHNTI EU 2026 - Shaping the Future of Animal Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li><li><a href="https://nomv.org/apply-for-a-grant/">NOMV - Apply for a Grant</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>PetSmart Charities Data, IDEXX and Mars Leaders, Acquisitions, and AI</title>
      <itunes:episode>133</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>133</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>PetSmart Charities Data, IDEXX and Mars Leaders, Acquisitions, and AI</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>PetSmart Charities releases major Report</li><li>Brakke Session at VMX</li><li>IDEXX’s new CEO</li><li>Mars Petcare’s new President</li><li>Instinct Acquires ScribbleVet</li><li>VetGetRX unites uncommon partners</li><li>Mixlab, Otto, and HT Vet roll out more AI</li><li>VOTE for The Bird Bath on The Bridge Club</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://ahnti-eu.com/events/ahnti-eu">AHNTI EU 2026 - Shaping the Future of Animal Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li><li><a href="https://thebridgeclub.com/bright-minds-voting/">The Bridge Club - Vote For the USA's Brightest Mind Today</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>PetSmart Charities releases major Report</li><li>Brakke Session at VMX</li><li>IDEXX’s new CEO</li><li>Mars Petcare’s new President</li><li>Instinct Acquires ScribbleVet</li><li>VetGetRX unites uncommon partners</li><li>Mixlab, Otto, and HT Vet roll out more AI</li><li>VOTE for The Bird Bath on The Bridge Club</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://ahnti-eu.com/events/ahnti-eu">AHNTI EU 2026 - Shaping the Future of Animal Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li><li><a href="https://thebridgeclub.com/bright-minds-voting/">The Bridge Club - Vote For the USA's Brightest Mind Today</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1208</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>PetSmart Charities releases major Report</li><li>Brakke Session at VMX</li><li>IDEXX’s new CEO</li><li>Mars Petcare’s new President</li><li>Instinct Acquires ScribbleVet</li><li>VetGetRX unites uncommon partners</li><li>Mixlab, Otto, and HT Vet roll out more AI</li><li>VOTE for The Bird Bath on The Bridge Club</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://ahnti-eu.com/events/ahnti-eu">AHNTI EU 2026 - Shaping the Future of Animal Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li><li><a href="https://thebridgeclub.com/bright-minds-voting/">The Bridge Club - Vote For the USA's Brightest Mind Today</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Live at VMX! One Question Across Vet Med</title>
      <itunes:episode>132</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>132</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Live at VMX! One Question Across Vet Med</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>We asked thought leaders in vet med, “What’s one metric that everyone should be tracking?”</p><ul><li>Practice leaders</li><li>Tech innovators</li><li>Chief Medical Officers</li><li>Researchers</li><li>And more…</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://thebridgeclub.com/bright-minds-voting/">The Bridge Club - Vote For the USA's Brightest Mind Today</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>We asked thought leaders in vet med, “What’s one metric that everyone should be tracking?”</p><ul><li>Practice leaders</li><li>Tech innovators</li><li>Chief Medical Officers</li><li>Researchers</li><li>And more…</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://thebridgeclub.com/bright-minds-voting/">The Bridge Club - Vote For the USA's Brightest Mind Today</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>544</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>We asked thought leaders in vet med, “What’s one metric that everyone should be tracking?”</p><ul><li>Practice leaders</li><li>Tech innovators</li><li>Chief Medical Officers</li><li>Researchers</li><li>And more…</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://thebridgeclub.com/bright-minds-voting/">The Bridge Club - Vote For the USA's Brightest Mind Today</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>AVMA Responds, AAHA CEO, Cascadia Report, Vet AI Safety Charter</title>
      <itunes:episode>131</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>131</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>AVMA Responds, AAHA CEO, Cascadia Report, Vet AI Safety Charter</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Cascadia Capital releases Pet Industry Overview</li><li>AVMA Responds to DOJ</li><li>Purina Award Winners</li><li>AAHA New CEO</li><li>OpenVet launches The Veterinary AI Safety Charter</li><li>VOTE for The Bird Bath on The Bridge Club</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://ahnti-eu.com/events/ahnti-eu">AHNTI EU 2026 - Shaping the Future of Animal Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li><li><a href="https://thebridgeclub.com/bright-minds-voting/">The Bridge Club - Vote For the USA's Brightest Mind Today</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Cascadia Capital releases Pet Industry Overview</li><li>AVMA Responds to DOJ</li><li>Purina Award Winners</li><li>AAHA New CEO</li><li>OpenVet launches The Veterinary AI Safety Charter</li><li>VOTE for The Bird Bath on The Bridge Club</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://ahnti-eu.com/events/ahnti-eu">AHNTI EU 2026 - Shaping the Future of Animal Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li><li><a href="https://thebridgeclub.com/bright-minds-voting/">The Bridge Club - Vote For the USA's Brightest Mind Today</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>801</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Cascadia Capital releases Pet Industry Overview</li><li>AVMA Responds to DOJ</li><li>Purina Award Winners</li><li>AAHA New CEO</li><li>OpenVet launches The Veterinary AI Safety Charter</li><li>VOTE for The Bird Bath on The Bridge Club</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://ahnti-eu.com/events/ahnti-eu">AHNTI EU 2026 - Shaping the Future of Animal Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li><li><a href="https://thebridgeclub.com/bright-minds-voting/">The Bridge Club - Vote For the USA's Brightest Mind Today</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Fresh Food Fight, Paw Prospers, New Breeds, Pet Safety</title>
      <itunes:episode>130</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>130</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Fresh Food Fight, Paw Prospers, New Breeds, Pet Safety</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Researchers dig into fresh food data</li><li>Paw Prosper Acquires CRI</li><li>Center for Pet Safety approves Volvo</li><li>AKC reveals new Breeds</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://ahnti-eu.com/events/ahnti-eu">AHNTI EU 2026 - Shaping the Future of Animal Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li><li><a href="https://drandyroark.com/2025-post-mortem-and-predicting-2026/">2025 Post Mortem &amp; Predicting 2026</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Researchers dig into fresh food data</li><li>Paw Prosper Acquires CRI</li><li>Center for Pet Safety approves Volvo</li><li>AKC reveals new Breeds</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://ahnti-eu.com/events/ahnti-eu">AHNTI EU 2026 - Shaping the Future of Animal Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li><li><a href="https://drandyroark.com/2025-post-mortem-and-predicting-2026/">2025 Post Mortem &amp; Predicting 2026</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>808</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Researchers dig into fresh food data</li><li>Paw Prosper Acquires CRI</li><li>Center for Pet Safety approves Volvo</li><li>AKC reveals new Breeds</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://ahnti-eu.com/events/ahnti-eu">AHNTI EU 2026 - Shaping the Future of Animal Health</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li><li><a href="https://drandyroark.com/2025-post-mortem-and-predicting-2026/">2025 Post Mortem &amp; Predicting 2026</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>The Birdies: 2025’s Top Stories</title>
      <itunes:episode>129</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>129</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>The Birdies: 2025’s Top Stories</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The End of 2025, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Most Downloaded Story</li><li>Big Move of the Year</li><li>Corner Office Reset of the Year</li><li>In Memorium</li><li>New Heavyweight of the Year</li><li>Showdown of the Year</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>The End of 2025, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Most Downloaded Story</li><li>Big Move of the Year</li><li>Corner Office Reset of the Year</li><li>In Memorium</li><li>New Heavyweight of the Year</li><li>Showdown of the Year</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>790</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>The End of 2025, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Most Downloaded Story</li><li>Big Move of the Year</li><li>Corner Office Reset of the Year</li><li>In Memorium</li><li>New Heavyweight of the Year</li><li>Showdown of the Year</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>DOJ on AVMA v. LMU, Two Big Jobs, More on PETS, LifeLearn’s Acquistion</title>
      <itunes:episode>128</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>128</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>DOJ on AVMA v. LMU, Two Big Jobs, More on PETS, LifeLearn’s Acquistion</itunes:title>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/168b099d</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>DOJ Releases Statement on LMU v. AVMA suit</li><li>Another offer for PetMeds</li><li>Innovetive’s New COO</li><li>TVB’s New Editor-in-Chief</li><li>Pet Supply Plus and Wag N Wash break free</li><li>Prosites Acquires Genius Vets</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>DOJ Releases Statement on LMU v. AVMA suit</li><li>Another offer for PetMeds</li><li>Innovetive’s New COO</li><li>TVB’s New Editor-in-Chief</li><li>Pet Supply Plus and Wag N Wash break free</li><li>Prosites Acquires Genius Vets</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>843</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>DOJ Releases Statement on LMU v. AVMA suit</li><li>Another offer for PetMeds</li><li>Innovetive’s New COO</li><li>TVB’s New Editor-in-Chief</li><li>Pet Supply Plus and Wag N Wash break free</li><li>Prosites Acquires Genius Vets</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/thebirdbath">Pearl AI: Veterinary AI Platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>NAVLE Audit, PetMeds potential acquisition, Funding Abroad, Indiana Reciprocity</title>
      <itunes:episode>127</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>127</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>NAVLE Audit, PetMeds potential acquisition, Funding Abroad, Indiana Reciprocity</itunes:title>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/7f9aa1c9</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>NAVLE to undergo audit</li><li>Offer to acquire PetMeds</li><li>MI:RNA closes Series B</li><li>HelloVets closes Series B</li><li>Indiana bill to entice practitioners</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>NAVLE to undergo audit</li><li>Offer to acquire PetMeds</li><li>MI:RNA closes Series B</li><li>HelloVets closes Series B</li><li>Indiana bill to entice practitioners</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/7f9aa1c9/b4824797.mp3" length="15016024" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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      <itunes:duration>624</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>NAVLE to undergo audit</li><li>Offer to acquire PetMeds</li><li>MI:RNA closes Series B</li><li>HelloVets closes Series B</li><li>Indiana bill to entice practitioners</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Farmer’s Dog Disputed, Instinct goes GP, Sick pets impact, Mars buys Kellanova</title>
      <itunes:episode>126</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>126</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Farmer’s Dog Disputed, Instinct goes GP, Sick pets impact, Mars buys Kellanova</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/3e0ed029</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Farmer’s Dog Study under Fire</li><li>Instinct launches GP PIMS</li><li>Wagmo studies Employees and Pets</li><li>Mars to complete Kellanova Acquisition</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Farmer’s Dog Study under Fire</li><li>Instinct launches GP PIMS</li><li>Wagmo studies Employees and Pets</li><li>Mars to complete Kellanova Acquisition</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Dec 2025 09:01:55 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>844</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Farmer’s Dog Study under Fire</li><li>Instinct launches GP PIMS</li><li>Wagmo studies Employees and Pets</li><li>Mars to complete Kellanova Acquisition</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Ethos’ New Pres, Petco Results, and Canada VMA Distress</title>
      <itunes:episode>125</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>125</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Ethos’ New Pres, Petco Results, and Canada VMA Distress</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/1bbbc60e</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Ethos welcomes new President</li><li>Petco sees signs of Turnaround</li><li>Serenity Vet launches subscriptions</li><li>Canada VMA calls for Help</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Ethos welcomes new President</li><li>Petco sees signs of Turnaround</li><li>Serenity Vet launches subscriptions</li><li>Canada VMA calls for Help</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>819</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Ethos welcomes new President</li><li>Petco sees signs of Turnaround</li><li>Serenity Vet launches subscriptions</li><li>Canada VMA calls for Help</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>IVP Delisting, LatinxVMA Letter, AHI Buys Software, Happy Thanksgiving</title>
      <itunes:episode>124</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>124</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>IVP Delisting, LatinxVMA Letter, AHI Buys Software, Happy Thanksgiving</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Inspire Vet Partners Appeals Delisting</li><li>LatinxVMA Calls for NAVLE Audit</li><li>Animal Health International’s Software</li><li>Photos with Santa</li><li>Happy Thanksgiving!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Inspire Vet Partners Appeals Delisting</li><li>LatinxVMA Calls for NAVLE Audit</li><li>Animal Health International’s Software</li><li>Photos with Santa</li><li>Happy Thanksgiving!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>780</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Inspire Vet Partners Appeals Delisting</li><li>LatinxVMA Calls for NAVLE Audit</li><li>Animal Health International’s Software</li><li>Photos with Santa</li><li>Happy Thanksgiving!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Tuskegee Back and Forth, Zoetis Expansion, Dean Vacancies, and OneHealth Studio</title>
      <itunes:episode>123</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>123</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Tuskegee Back and Forth, Zoetis Expansion, Dean Vacancies, and OneHealth Studio</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Tuskegee’s wild week versus AVMA COE</li><li>OK State and Cornell search for new Deans</li><li>Launching a OneHealth Studio</li><li>Zoetis grows domestically and abroad</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Tuskegee’s wild week versus AVMA COE</li><li>OK State and Cornell search for new Deans</li><li>Launching a OneHealth Studio</li><li>Zoetis grows domestically and abroad</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Nov 2025 10:30:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>970</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Tuskegee’s wild week versus AVMA COE</li><li>OK State and Cornell search for new Deans</li><li>Launching a OneHealth Studio</li><li>Zoetis grows domestically and abroad</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Digitail $23M Series B, Cencora and MWI, Chewy Claus, and Access to Care Again</title>
      <itunes:episode>122</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>122</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Digitail $23M Series B, Cencora and MWI, Chewy Claus, and Access to Care Again</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Digitail closes $23M Series B</li><li>Cencora moves MWI to Other</li><li>Medivet embraces Partners</li><li>Chewy Claus is ready</li><li>A New Study of Perception of Access to Care</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li><li><a href="https://www.chewy.com/education/chewy-claus/form">Сhewy Сlaus</a></li><li><a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-science/articles/10.3389/fvets.2025.1655537/full">Frontiers - U.S. residents’ self-reported access to veterinary care and implications for care-seeking decisions</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Digitail closes $23M Series B</li><li>Cencora moves MWI to Other</li><li>Medivet embraces Partners</li><li>Chewy Claus is ready</li><li>A New Study of Perception of Access to Care</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li><li><a href="https://www.chewy.com/education/chewy-claus/form">Сhewy Сlaus</a></li><li><a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-science/articles/10.3389/fvets.2025.1655537/full">Frontiers - U.S. residents’ self-reported access to veterinary care and implications for care-seeking decisions</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>875</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Digitail closes $23M Series B</li><li>Cencora moves MWI to Other</li><li>Medivet embraces Partners</li><li>Chewy Claus is ready</li><li>A New Study of Perception of Access to Care</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li><li><a href="https://www.chewy.com/education/chewy-claus/form">Сhewy Сlaus</a></li><li><a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-science/articles/10.3389/fvets.2025.1655537/full">Frontiers - U.S. residents’ self-reported access to veterinary care and implications for care-seeking decisions</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Western’s New Partner, Chewy, Covetrus and SmartEquine, Study Shows Plenty Access to Care</title>
      <itunes:episode>121</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>121</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Western’s New Partner, Chewy, Covetrus and SmartEquine, Study Shows Plenty Access to Care</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>First week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Western Vet Partners sticks with TDP and adds new Partner</li><li>Secret Shoppers, “No trouble getting vet appointments”</li><li>Chewy Acquires SmartEquine from Covetrus</li><li>SKU’s CPG Accelerator</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/aop/javma.25.05.0311/javma.25.05.0311.xml?tab_body=abstract">AVMA Publications - Secret shopper survey</a></li><li><a href="https://airtable.com/appJPYKyRuzQ5CKii/shrgLGPcrUIsHTg3b">SKU Spring '26 Track Application</a></li><li><a href="https://airtable.com/app8XP8fQEXM3LcrV/paghnkGUH5brUHWCp/form">SKU Mentor Interest Form</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Western Vet Partners sticks with TDP and adds new Partner</li><li>Secret Shoppers, “No trouble getting vet appointments”</li><li>Chewy Acquires SmartEquine from Covetrus</li><li>SKU’s CPG Accelerator</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/aop/javma.25.05.0311/javma.25.05.0311.xml?tab_body=abstract">AVMA Publications - Secret shopper survey</a></li><li><a href="https://airtable.com/appJPYKyRuzQ5CKii/shrgLGPcrUIsHTg3b">SKU Spring '26 Track Application</a></li><li><a href="https://airtable.com/app8XP8fQEXM3LcrV/paghnkGUH5brUHWCp/form">SKU Mentor Interest Form</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>736</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Western Vet Partners sticks with TDP and adds new Partner</li><li>Secret Shoppers, “No trouble getting vet appointments”</li><li>Chewy Acquires SmartEquine from Covetrus</li><li>SKU’s CPG Accelerator</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.pearl.com/ai/veterinarians/veterinary-ai-platform">Pearl: Hybrid Intelligence - Veterinary AI platform</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/aop/javma.25.05.0311/javma.25.05.0311.xml?tab_body=abstract">AVMA Publications - Secret shopper survey</a></li><li><a href="https://airtable.com/appJPYKyRuzQ5CKii/shrgLGPcrUIsHTg3b">SKU Spring '26 Track Application</a></li><li><a href="https://airtable.com/app8XP8fQEXM3LcrV/paghnkGUH5brUHWCp/form">SKU Mentor Interest Form</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Mars Biobank, HT Vista Lumps Study, Royal Veterinary College OK’d</title>
      <itunes:episode>120</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>120</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Mars Biobank, HT Vista Lumps Study, Royal Veterinary College OK’d</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Mars Petcare Biobank pays off</li><li>HT Vista and Clinician’s Brief Lumps Study</li><li>Royal Veterinary College back in Good Graces</li><li>Live at VetTogether!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://calendly.com/danny-kqa/bird-bath?month=2025-10">Snout Demo</a></li><li><a href="https://info.ht-vet.com/lump-and-bump-survey-results">HT Vista - Clinician's Brief 2025 Survey Results: What's Your Approach to Lumps &amp; Bumps?</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Mars Petcare Biobank pays off</li><li>HT Vista and Clinician’s Brief Lumps Study</li><li>Royal Veterinary College back in Good Graces</li><li>Live at VetTogether!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://calendly.com/danny-kqa/bird-bath?month=2025-10">Snout Demo</a></li><li><a href="https://info.ht-vet.com/lump-and-bump-survey-results">HT Vista - Clinician's Brief 2025 Survey Results: What's Your Approach to Lumps &amp; Bumps?</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>711</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Mars Petcare Biobank pays off</li><li>HT Vista and Clinician’s Brief Lumps Study</li><li>Royal Veterinary College back in Good Graces</li><li>Live at VetTogether!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://calendly.com/danny-kqa/bird-bath?month=2025-10">Snout Demo</a></li><li><a href="https://info.ht-vet.com/lump-and-bump-survey-results">HT Vista - Clinician's Brief 2025 Survey Results: What's Your Approach to Lumps &amp; Bumps?</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>UK Regulator Goes Easy, Farmer’s Dog Study, Fresh Food Abound, and More</title>
      <itunes:episode>119</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>119</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>UK Regulator Goes Easy, Farmer’s Dog Study, Fresh Food Abound, and More</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>UK CMA’s Tame Report</li><li>The Farmer’s Dog and Cornell put data behind fresh food</li><li>Fresh Food Expansion</li><li>AWS Outage</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://calendly.com/danny-kqa/bird-bath?month=2025-10">Snout Demo</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>UK CMA’s Tame Report</li><li>The Farmer’s Dog and Cornell put data behind fresh food</li><li>Fresh Food Expansion</li><li>AWS Outage</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://calendly.com/danny-kqa/bird-bath?month=2025-10">Snout Demo</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/1fe08686/2d3b8ea1.mp3" length="18042711" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>750</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>UK CMA’s Tame Report</li><li>The Farmer’s Dog and Cornell put data behind fresh food</li><li>Fresh Food Expansion</li><li>AWS Outage</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://calendly.com/danny-kqa/bird-bath?month=2025-10">Snout Demo</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>CA Elevates Techs, AI Passes NAVLE, Skiptown Franchises, Mentee Success</title>
      <itunes:episode>118</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>118</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>CA Elevates Techs, AI Passes NAVLE, Skiptown Franchises, Mentee Success</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Happy Vet Tech Week!</li><li>California passes two bills to elevate RVTs</li><li>OpenVet AI Aces NAVLE</li><li>Skiptown introduces Franchise Model</li><li>Ready, Vet, Go hits 200th mentee</li><li>Akston files IPO</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="mailto:hello@thebirdbath.io">hello@thebirdbath.io</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Happy Vet Tech Week!</li><li>California passes two bills to elevate RVTs</li><li>OpenVet AI Aces NAVLE</li><li>Skiptown introduces Franchise Model</li><li>Ready, Vet, Go hits 200th mentee</li><li>Akston files IPO</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="mailto:hello@thebirdbath.io">hello@thebirdbath.io</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Oct 2025 09:00:04 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/5890673b/2b8ba38a.mp3" length="21363854" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Happy Vet Tech Week!</li><li>California passes two bills to elevate RVTs</li><li>OpenVet AI Aces NAVLE</li><li>Skiptown introduces Franchise Model</li><li>Ready, Vet, Go hits 200th mentee</li><li>Akston files IPO</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="mailto:hello@thebirdbath.io">hello@thebirdbath.io</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Chewy x HABRI, Lupa’s $20M, Noncompete Updates, Zoetis and Screwworms, and More</title>
      <itunes:episode>117</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>117</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Chewy x HABRI, Lupa’s $20M, Noncompete Updates, Zoetis and Screwworms, and More</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>First week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy Health and HABRI release study on The Bond</li><li>Lupa pulls in $20M Series A</li><li>Cornell selects Radimal</li><li>Zoetis tackles New World Screwworm</li><li>FTC Backtracks on Non-Competes</li><li>NAVTA gets a seat at the table</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nva.avature.net/jobs/JobDetail?jobId=11055">NVA - Associate Veterinarian Humber Veterinary Clinic: Job Description</a></li><li><a href="https://chewy.bynder.com/m/1ded13b9859a5d82/original/The-Bond-Factor-Chewy-Health-HABRI.pdf">Chewy Health &amp; HABRI - The Bond Factor: Elevating Veterinary Care Through the Human-Animal Bond</a></li><li><a href="https://www.regulations.gov/document/FTC-2025-0463-0001">Request for Information Regarding Employee Noncompete Agreements</a></li><li><a href="https://www.msdvetmanual.com/integumentary-system/flies/new-world-screwworm">MSD Veterinary Manual - New World Screwworm</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy Health and HABRI release study on The Bond</li><li>Lupa pulls in $20M Series A</li><li>Cornell selects Radimal</li><li>Zoetis tackles New World Screwworm</li><li>FTC Backtracks on Non-Competes</li><li>NAVTA gets a seat at the table</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nva.avature.net/jobs/JobDetail?jobId=11055">NVA - Associate Veterinarian Humber Veterinary Clinic: Job Description</a></li><li><a href="https://chewy.bynder.com/m/1ded13b9859a5d82/original/The-Bond-Factor-Chewy-Health-HABRI.pdf">Chewy Health &amp; HABRI - The Bond Factor: Elevating Veterinary Care Through the Human-Animal Bond</a></li><li><a href="https://www.regulations.gov/document/FTC-2025-0463-0001">Request for Information Regarding Employee Noncompete Agreements</a></li><li><a href="https://www.msdvetmanual.com/integumentary-system/flies/new-world-screwworm">MSD Veterinary Manual - New World Screwworm</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy Health and HABRI release study on The Bond</li><li>Lupa pulls in $20M Series A</li><li>Cornell selects Radimal</li><li>Zoetis tackles New World Screwworm</li><li>FTC Backtracks on Non-Competes</li><li>NAVTA gets a seat at the table</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nva.avature.net/jobs/JobDetail?jobId=11055">NVA - Associate Veterinarian Humber Veterinary Clinic: Job Description</a></li><li><a href="https://chewy.bynder.com/m/1ded13b9859a5d82/original/The-Bond-Factor-Chewy-Health-HABRI.pdf">Chewy Health &amp; HABRI - The Bond Factor: Elevating Veterinary Care Through the Human-Animal Bond</a></li><li><a href="https://www.regulations.gov/document/FTC-2025-0463-0001">Request for Information Regarding Employee Noncompete Agreements</a></li><li><a href="https://www.msdvetmanual.com/integumentary-system/flies/new-world-screwworm">MSD Veterinary Manual - New World Screwworm</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Fish and Reptile Report, Smalls Big Hire, MaRS Discovery District</title>
      <itunes:episode>116</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>116</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>APPA’s 2025 Fish and Reptile Report</li><li>Smalls’ new COO</li><li>MaRS (not that one) Agritech Push</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nva.avature.net/jobs/JobDetail?jobId=11055">NVA - Associate Veterinarian Humber Veterinary Clinic: Job Description</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marsdd.com/">MaRS Discovery District</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>APPA’s 2025 Fish and Reptile Report</li><li>Smalls’ new COO</li><li>MaRS (not that one) Agritech Push</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nva.avature.net/jobs/JobDetail?jobId=11055">NVA - Associate Veterinarian Humber Veterinary Clinic: Job Description</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marsdd.com/">MaRS Discovery District</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>691</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>APPA’s 2025 Fish and Reptile Report</li><li>Smalls’ new COO</li><li>MaRS (not that one) Agritech Push</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nva.avature.net/jobs/JobDetail?jobId=11055">NVA - Associate Veterinarian Humber Veterinary Clinic: Job Description</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marsdd.com/">MaRS Discovery District</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Modern Animal $47M Round, Medivet CEO, Gallant FDA Milestone, UC Davis and Tuskegee Growth</title>
      <itunes:episode>115</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>115</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Modern Animal $47M Round, Medivet CEO, Gallant FDA Milestone, UC Davis and Tuskegee Growth</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Modern Animal closes $47M Series D</li><li>Medivet appoints former CVS deputy CEO</li><li>Gallant passes FDA hurdle</li><li>UC Davis huge fundraising</li><li>Tuskegee breaks ground on $18M facility</li><li>Live at VetForum!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nva.avature.net/jobs/JobDetail?jobId=11055">NVA - Associate Veterinarian Humber Veterinary Clinic: Job Description</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Modern Animal closes $47M Series D</li><li>Medivet appoints former CVS deputy CEO</li><li>Gallant passes FDA hurdle</li><li>UC Davis huge fundraising</li><li>Tuskegee breaks ground on $18M facility</li><li>Live at VetForum!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nva.avature.net/jobs/JobDetail?jobId=11055">NVA - Associate Veterinarian Humber Veterinary Clinic: Job Description</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>705</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Modern Animal closes $47M Series D</li><li>Medivet appoints former CVS deputy CEO</li><li>Gallant passes FDA hurdle</li><li>UC Davis huge fundraising</li><li>Tuskegee breaks ground on $18M facility</li><li>Live at VetForum!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nva.avature.net/jobs/JobDetail?jobId=11055">NVA - Associate Veterinarian Humber Veterinary Clinic: Job Description</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>NY Bill Targets Vet Acquisitions, LMU2 Accreditation, GallantU, Tribute to Walter</title>
      <itunes:episode>114</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>114</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>NY Bill Targets Vet Acquisitions, LMU2 Accreditation, GallantU, Tribute to Walter</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>NY Lawmakers propose AG Oversight on Acquistions</li><li>LMU Orange Park receives COE Accreditation</li><li>Gallant brings education to Practioners</li><li>Embrace Pet Insurance Scholarship</li><li>Tribute to my dog Walter</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nva.avature.net/jobs/JobDetail?jobId=11055">NVA: Associate Veterinarian Humber Veterinary Clinic - Job Description</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>NY Lawmakers propose AG Oversight on Acquistions</li><li>LMU Orange Park receives COE Accreditation</li><li>Gallant brings education to Practioners</li><li>Embrace Pet Insurance Scholarship</li><li>Tribute to my dog Walter</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nva.avature.net/jobs/JobDetail?jobId=11055">NVA: Associate Veterinarian Humber Veterinary Clinic - Job Description</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>NY Lawmakers propose AG Oversight on Acquistions</li><li>LMU Orange Park receives COE Accreditation</li><li>Gallant brings education to Practioners</li><li>Embrace Pet Insurance Scholarship</li><li>Tribute to my dog Walter</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nva.avature.net/jobs/JobDetail?jobId=11055">NVA: Associate Veterinarian Humber Veterinary Clinic - Job Description</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>IDEXX acquires Ellie, CoVet Funding, NVA CEO, BC Vets</title>
      <itunes:episode>113</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>113</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>IDEXX acquires Ellie, CoVet Funding, NVA CEO, BC Vets</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>IDEXX snaps up Ellie Diagnostics</li><li>CoVet partners with Off Leash Capital</li><li>NVA’s new CEO</li><li>CVBC stays afloat</li><li>CRISPR on the polo field</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>IDEXX snaps up Ellie Diagnostics</li><li>CoVet partners with Off Leash Capital</li><li>NVA’s new CEO</li><li>CVBC stays afloat</li><li>CRISPR on the polo field</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>717</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>IDEXX snaps up Ellie Diagnostics</li><li>CoVet partners with Off Leash Capital</li><li>NVA’s new CEO</li><li>CVBC stays afloat</li><li>CRISPR on the polo field</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Nestlé CEUh-Oh, USDA Rural Vets, K9 Immune Study, AniVC Fellowship</title>
      <itunes:episode>112</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>112</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Nestlé CEUh-Oh, USDA Rural Vets, K9 Immune Study, AniVC Fellowship</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Nestlé CEO out for relationship with subordinate</li><li>USDA launches Rural Veterinary Action Plan</li><li>Researchers find breed specific immune markers</li><li>AniVC opens applications for 2025 Fellows</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://openroomevents.com/vetforum-usa-2025.php">VetForumUSA 2025</a></li><li><a href="https://airtable.com/apppHcHoG1OGHoAaL/pagGyhyQLPr3eA0mR/form?utm_source=www.woofnews.co&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=should-chewy-buy-petco">2025 AniVC Fellowship Program</a></li><li><a href="https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/usda-rural-veterinary-action-plan.pdf">USDA Rural Veterinary Action Plan</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Nestlé CEO out for relationship with subordinate</li><li>USDA launches Rural Veterinary Action Plan</li><li>Researchers find breed specific immune markers</li><li>AniVC opens applications for 2025 Fellows</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://openroomevents.com/vetforum-usa-2025.php">VetForumUSA 2025</a></li><li><a href="https://airtable.com/apppHcHoG1OGHoAaL/pagGyhyQLPr3eA0mR/form?utm_source=www.woofnews.co&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=should-chewy-buy-petco">2025 AniVC Fellowship Program</a></li><li><a href="https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/usda-rural-veterinary-action-plan.pdf">USDA Rural Veterinary Action Plan</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>585</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Nestlé CEO out for relationship with subordinate</li><li>USDA launches Rural Veterinary Action Plan</li><li>Researchers find breed specific immune markers</li><li>AniVC opens applications for 2025 Fellows</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://openroomevents.com/vetforum-usa-2025.php">VetForumUSA 2025</a></li><li><a href="https://airtable.com/apppHcHoG1OGHoAaL/pagGyhyQLPr3eA0mR/form?utm_source=www.woofnews.co&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=should-chewy-buy-petco">2025 AniVC Fellowship Program</a></li><li><a href="https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/usda-rural-veterinary-action-plan.pdf">USDA Rural Veterinary Action Plan</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Live from KC! CVT Title, Roo for Students, and Screwworms</title>
      <itunes:episode>111</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>111</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Live from KC! CVT Title, Roo for Students, and Screwworms</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Illinois approves Technician Title Protection</li><li>Roo launches Roo Uni for Externships</li><li>New World Screwworm hits the US</li><li>Live from the AH Summit</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://openroomevents.com/vetforum-usa-2025.php">VetForumUSA 2025</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Illinois approves Technician Title Protection</li><li>Roo launches Roo Uni for Externships</li><li>New World Screwworm hits the US</li><li>Live from the AH Summit</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://openroomevents.com/vetforum-usa-2025.php">VetForumUSA 2025</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Illinois approves Technician Title Protection</li><li>Roo launches Roo Uni for Externships</li><li>New World Screwworm hits the US</li><li>Live from the AH Summit</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://openroomevents.com/vetforum-usa-2025.php">VetForumUSA 2025</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Exclusive: Hill’s State of the Shelter, PetMed Resign, NVA, and Kansas Startups Highlights</title>
      <itunes:episode>110</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>110</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Exclusive: Hill’s State of the Shelter, PetMed Resign, NVA, and Kansas Startups Highlights</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/1fc7c780</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Exclusive with Hill’s CVO</li><li>PetMed Express Resignations</li><li>NVA’s new Board member</li><li>Plug and Play Topeka’s New Cohort</li><li>See you at the KC Animal Health Corridor Summit</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/shelter-report">2025 Hill's State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Exclusive with Hill’s CVO</li><li>PetMed Express Resignations</li><li>NVA’s new Board member</li><li>Plug and Play Topeka’s New Cohort</li><li>See you at the KC Animal Health Corridor Summit</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/shelter-report">2025 Hill's State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>954</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Exclusive with Hill’s CVO</li><li>PetMed Express Resignations</li><li>NVA’s new Board member</li><li>Plug and Play Topeka’s New Cohort</li><li>See you at the KC Animal Health Corridor Summit</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/shelter-report">2025 Hill's State of Shelter Pet Adoption Report</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Inventory Ally Pill Counter, IVC Evidensia, H20 to Go!, and more</title>
      <itunes:episode>109</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>109</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Inventory Ally Pill Counter, IVC Evidensia, H20 to Go!, and more</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>ICON Nominations are now live!</li><li>Inventory Ally goes Mobile and adds Pill Counter</li><li>Hydration Gels for Dogs</li><li>IVC Evidensia public or private</li><li>BSAVA President steps down</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vetvalue.pet/vetvalue-connect-pre-order/">VetValue Connect Pre-Registration</a></li><li><a href="https://thebridgeclub.com/elevating-vet-med/">The Bridge Club - Elevating Vet Med</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>ICON Nominations are now live!</li><li>Inventory Ally goes Mobile and adds Pill Counter</li><li>Hydration Gels for Dogs</li><li>IVC Evidensia public or private</li><li>BSAVA President steps down</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vetvalue.pet/vetvalue-connect-pre-order/">VetValue Connect Pre-Registration</a></li><li><a href="https://thebridgeclub.com/elevating-vet-med/">The Bridge Club - Elevating Vet Med</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 12 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>692</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>ICON Nominations are now live!</li><li>Inventory Ally goes Mobile and adds Pill Counter</li><li>Hydration Gels for Dogs</li><li>IVC Evidensia public or private</li><li>BSAVA President steps down</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vetvalue.pet/vetvalue-connect-pre-order/">VetValue Connect Pre-Registration</a></li><li><a href="https://thebridgeclub.com/elevating-vet-med/">The Bridge Club - Elevating Vet Med</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Small Door Big Bucks, IVPanic, Whistle Insights, New Protein</title>
      <itunes:episode>108</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>108</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Small Door Big Bucks, IVPanic, Whistle Insights, New Protein</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Small Door raises $55M</li><li>IVP on the ropes…again</li><li>Some angles on Whistle/Tractive</li><li>ABC brings on Strategic Advisor</li><li>Cell-cultured Chicken</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Small Door raises $55M</li><li>IVP on the ropes…again</li><li>Some angles on Whistle/Tractive</li><li>ABC brings on Strategic Advisor</li><li>Cell-cultured Chicken</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>823</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Small Door raises $55M</li><li>IVP on the ropes…again</li><li>Some angles on Whistle/Tractive</li><li>ABC brings on Strategic Advisor</li><li>Cell-cultured Chicken</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>The Vets Ghost, Rover Expands, Hill’s Steps Up, Scribe Updates</title>
      <itunes:episode>107</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>107</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>The Vets Ghost, Rover Expands, Hill’s Steps Up, Scribe Updates</itunes:title>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/2a2b0548</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Vets shut down operations</li><li>Rover set to acquire AU’s Mad Paws</li><li>Hill’s Launches 24/7 Vet Professional Chat</li><li>CoVet’s In-House Medical Department</li><li>Amerivet partners on scribing</li><li>Freemium version for Scribenote</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Vets shut down operations</li><li>Rover set to acquire AU’s Mad Paws</li><li>Hill’s Launches 24/7 Vet Professional Chat</li><li>CoVet’s In-House Medical Department</li><li>Amerivet partners on scribing</li><li>Freemium version for Scribenote</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>712</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Vets shut down operations</li><li>Rover set to acquire AU’s Mad Paws</li><li>Hill’s Launches 24/7 Vet Professional Chat</li><li>CoVet’s In-House Medical Department</li><li>Amerivet partners on scribing</li><li>Freemium version for Scribenote</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Live from AVMA! SVP+MVP Brand, Wag! Bankrupt, Cubex IoT</title>
      <itunes:episode>106</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>106</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Live from AVMA! SVP+MVP Brand, Wag! Bankrupt, Cubex IoT</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Live from AVMA in Washington DC</li><li>New AVMA Leaders Step into their Roles</li><li>SVP+MVP = Mission Pet Health</li><li>Cubex Launches IoT device</li><li>Wag! Goes Bankrupt and Sells Furscription</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vetvalue.pet/vetvalue-connect-pre-order/">VetValue Connect Pre-Registration</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Live from AVMA in Washington DC</li><li>New AVMA Leaders Step into their Roles</li><li>SVP+MVP = Mission Pet Health</li><li>Cubex Launches IoT device</li><li>Wag! Goes Bankrupt and Sells Furscription</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vetvalue.pet/vetvalue-connect-pre-order/">VetValue Connect Pre-Registration</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>764</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Live from AVMA in Washington DC</li><li>New AVMA Leaders Step into their Roles</li><li>SVP+MVP = Mission Pet Health</li><li>Cubex Launches IoT device</li><li>Wag! Goes Bankrupt and Sells Furscription</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vetvalue.pet/vetvalue-connect-pre-order/">VetValue Connect Pre-Registration</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>VetValue Connect, Merck Approval, Hill’s new Pres, OH eVCPR</title>
      <itunes:episode>105</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>105</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>VetValue Connect, Merck Approval, Hill’s new Pres, OH eVCPR</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>VetValue Connect Launch</li><li>Archway Pets’ Acquisition</li><li>Annual Bravecto Approval</li><li>Hill’s new President</li><li>Ohio approves eVCPR</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vetvalue.pet/vetvalue-connect-pre-order/">VetValue Connect Pre-Registration</a></li><li><a href="https://vvca.org/resources/telemedicine-map/">VVCA - Virtual Veterinary Care In The USA: Interactive Telemedicine Map</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>VetValue Connect Launch</li><li>Archway Pets’ Acquisition</li><li>Annual Bravecto Approval</li><li>Hill’s new President</li><li>Ohio approves eVCPR</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vetvalue.pet/vetvalue-connect-pre-order/">VetValue Connect Pre-Registration</a></li><li><a href="https://vvca.org/resources/telemedicine-map/">VVCA - Virtual Veterinary Care In The USA: Interactive Telemedicine Map</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>866</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>VetValue Connect Launch</li><li>Archway Pets’ Acquisition</li><li>Annual Bravecto Approval</li><li>Hill’s new President</li><li>Ohio approves eVCPR</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vetvalue.pet/vetvalue-connect-pre-order/">VetValue Connect Pre-Registration</a></li><li><a href="https://vvca.org/resources/telemedicine-map/">VVCA - Virtual Veterinary Care In The USA: Interactive Telemedicine Map</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Nibbles Automations, Immertech VR in Vet, New Morris CEO, AB519</title>
      <itunes:episode>104</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>104</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Nibbles Automations, Immertech VR in Vet, New Morris CEO, AB519</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Nibbles automatic payment pet insurance</li><li>Immertec launches animal health channel</li><li>Morris Animal Foundation announces new CEO</li><li>Ban on Pet Brokers in CA</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://airtable.com/appKSt8XFVpCf9WBX/pag0BQ2vTb6jmSUMM/form">ASPCA - CA AB 519 Veterinary Support Letter</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Nibbles automatic payment pet insurance</li><li>Immertec launches animal health channel</li><li>Morris Animal Foundation announces new CEO</li><li>Ban on Pet Brokers in CA</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://airtable.com/appKSt8XFVpCf9WBX/pag0BQ2vTb6jmSUMM/form">ASPCA - CA AB 519 Veterinary Support Letter</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Nibbles automatic payment pet insurance</li><li>Immertec launches animal health channel</li><li>Morris Animal Foundation announces new CEO</li><li>Ban on Pet Brokers in CA</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://airtable.com/appKSt8XFVpCf9WBX/pag0BQ2vTb6jmSUMM/form">ASPCA - CA AB 519 Veterinary Support Letter</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>EXCLUSIVE: Gallant $18M Series B, FDA statements, Teacher’s Pet, and Relief Burnout</title>
      <itunes:episode>103</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>103</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>EXCLUSIVE: Gallant $18M Series B, FDA statements, Teacher’s Pet, and Relief Burnout</itunes:title>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/a0cbd3d0</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Exclusive: Gallant’s $18M Series B</li><li>FDA on CBD and Medetomidine</li><li>Classroom Pets Good for All</li><li>Relief Burnout Survey</li><li>My what big teeth!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://serenity.vet/burnout-study-among-relief-locum-veterinarians/">Serenity Vet - Relief Burnout Survey</a></li><li><a href="https://petsintheclassroom.org/">Pets In The Classroom grant program</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Exclusive: Gallant’s $18M Series B</li><li>FDA on CBD and Medetomidine</li><li>Classroom Pets Good for All</li><li>Relief Burnout Survey</li><li>My what big teeth!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://serenity.vet/burnout-study-among-relief-locum-veterinarians/">Serenity Vet - Relief Burnout Survey</a></li><li><a href="https://petsintheclassroom.org/">Pets In The Classroom grant program</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>984</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Exclusive: Gallant’s $18M Series B</li><li>FDA on CBD and Medetomidine</li><li>Classroom Pets Good for All</li><li>Relief Burnout Survey</li><li>My what big teeth!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://serenity.vet/burnout-study-among-relief-locum-veterinarians/">Serenity Vet - Relief Burnout Survey</a></li><li><a href="https://petsintheclassroom.org/">Pets In The Classroom grant program</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>LMU vs. AVMA, New TAMU Dean and Chair, Nevada Vet School, and Nutrition</title>
      <itunes:episode>102</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>102</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>LMU vs. AVMA, New TAMU Dean and Chair, Nevada Vet School, and Nutrition</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Education Galore</li><li>Lincoln Memorial Sues the AVMA</li><li>New dean at Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Royal Canin funds new endowment</li><li>New vet school in Nevada</li><li>Partners Group expands animal health portfolio</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Education Galore</li><li>Lincoln Memorial Sues the AVMA</li><li>New dean at Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Royal Canin funds new endowment</li><li>New vet school in Nevada</li><li>Partners Group expands animal health portfolio</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>706</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Education Galore</li><li>Lincoln Memorial Sues the AVMA</li><li>New dean at Texas A&amp;M</li><li>Royal Canin funds new endowment</li><li>New vet school in Nevada</li><li>Partners Group expands animal health portfolio</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Bond Bails, Innovative Funding, $175M for Gx, The Farmer’s Dog Resident</title>
      <itunes:episode>101</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>101</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Bond Bails, Innovative Funding, $175M for Gx, The Farmer’s Dog Resident</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Bond Vet hits some snags</li><li>WSAVA released Wellness Principles</li><li>Open Door guides on Heartworm</li><li>Innovative Pet Labs lands Seed round</li><li>Felix Pharma gets $175M</li><li>The Farmer’s Dog invests in Education</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://wsava.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/Principles-of-Wellness-FINAL.pdf">WSAVA - Principles of Wellness</a></li><li><a href="https://opendoorschool.thinkific.com/courses/canine-heartworm">Open Door School - A Spectrum of Care Approach to Canine Heartworm Disease</a></li><li><a href="https://vetmed.tennessee.edu/academics/internships-and-residencies/">Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine - Internships and Residencies</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Zoetis, IDEXX launches, Group Growth, $35M in REIT, 100th Episode</title>
      <itunes:episode>100</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>100</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Zoetis, IDEXX launches, Group Growth, $35M in REIT, 100th Episode</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>100th Episode!</li><li>Zoetis and IDEXX’s new launches</li><li>Pieper now COVE</li><li>AcutePet turns One</li><li>$35M Investment in REIT</li><li>BSAVA Congress Retires</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>100th Episode!</li><li>Zoetis and IDEXX’s new launches</li><li>Pieper now COVE</li><li>AcutePet turns One</li><li>$35M Investment in REIT</li><li>BSAVA Congress Retires</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1060</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>100th Episode!</li><li>Zoetis and IDEXX’s new launches</li><li>Pieper now COVE</li><li>AcutePet turns One</li><li>$35M Investment in REIT</li><li>BSAVA Congress Retires</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Harvard, Hill’s, OkState, Chewy and LMU, Mars’ Patient Safety, Lifetime Cost of Care</title>
      <itunes:episode>99</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>99</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Harvard, Hill’s, OkState, Chewy and LMU, Mars’ Patient Safety, Lifetime Cost of Care</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Hill’s launches Microbiome Portal with Harvard</li><li>Oklahoma State OK’s $250M for new hospital</li><li>Chewy pledges $1M to LMU</li><li>Mars studies patient safety events</li><li>A call for more independence</li><li>Synchrony reports on Lifetime Costs of Pets</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-science/articles/10.3389/fvets.2025.1558745/full">Frontiers - Making the case for a resurgent U.S. independent veterinary practice segment: a SWOT analysis</a></li><li><a href="https://onehealthmicrobiome.org/">The One Health Microbiome Resource</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/aop/javma.24.08.0523/javma.24.08.0523.xml">AVMA Journals - Patient safety events cause harm across a variety of veterinary care settings: a global retrospective analysis</a></li><li><a href="https://petlifetimeofcare2025.com/#page=1">Synchrony - Pet Lifetime of Care 2025</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Hill’s launches Microbiome Portal with Harvard</li><li>Oklahoma State OK’s $250M for new hospital</li><li>Chewy pledges $1M to LMU</li><li>Mars studies patient safety events</li><li>A call for more independence</li><li>Synchrony reports on Lifetime Costs of Pets</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/veterinary-science/articles/10.3389/fvets.2025.1558745/full">Frontiers - Making the case for a resurgent U.S. independent veterinary practice segment: a SWOT analysis</a></li><li><a href="https://onehealthmicrobiome.org/">The One Health Microbiome Resource</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/aop/javma.24.08.0523/javma.24.08.0523.xml">AVMA Journals - Patient safety events cause harm across a variety of veterinary care settings: a global retrospective analysis</a></li><li><a href="https://petlifetimeofcare2025.com/#page=1">Synchrony - Pet Lifetime of Care 2025</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>886</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Puppy Mill Bans, Target Brands, and New Locations</title>
      <itunes:episode>98</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>98</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Puppy Mill Bans, Target Brands, and New Locations</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Multiple bills to ban puppy mills</li><li>Target Reintroduces pet brand</li><li>Petfolk’s 11th new location for 2025</li><li>CityVet’s 59th location</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Multiple bills to ban puppy mills</li><li>Target Reintroduces pet brand</li><li>Petfolk’s 11th new location for 2025</li><li>CityVet’s 59th location</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 27 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>581</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Multiple bills to ban puppy mills</li><li>Target Reintroduces pet brand</li><li>Petfolk’s 11th new location for 2025</li><li>CityVet’s 59th location</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Mars and Stress, New Specialities, Intern Class Action, and a Busy Week</title>
      <itunes:episode>97</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>97</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Mars and Stress, New Specialities, Intern Class Action, and a Busy Week</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Mars and Calm put numbers to our pet love</li><li>Researchers warn against stressing your dog</li><li>Acupuncture and Embryo Transfer seek Specialty Designation</li><li>Interns’ lawsuit surrounding Matching</li><li>A look back on a busy week</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/education/veterinary-specialties">AVMA - American Board of Veterinary Specialties</a></li><li><a href="https://nomv.org/race-around-the-world/">NOMV - Race Around the World</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Mars and Calm put numbers to our pet love</li><li>Researchers warn against stressing your dog</li><li>Acupuncture and Embryo Transfer seek Specialty Designation</li><li>Interns’ lawsuit surrounding Matching</li><li>A look back on a busy week</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/education/veterinary-specialties">AVMA - American Board of Veterinary Specialties</a></li><li><a href="https://nomv.org/race-around-the-world/">NOMV - Race Around the World</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 20 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>984</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Mars and Calm put numbers to our pet love</li><li>Researchers warn against stressing your dog</li><li>Acupuncture and Embryo Transfer seek Specialty Designation</li><li>Interns’ lawsuit surrounding Matching</li><li>A look back on a busy week</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/education/veterinary-specialties">AVMA - American Board of Veterinary Specialties</a></li><li><a href="https://nomv.org/race-around-the-world/">NOMV - Race Around the World</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Amazon PetRx, Koala’s $20M, Radimal x Petfolk, and Human Providers in Vet</title>
      <itunes:episode>96</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>96</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Amazon PetRx, Koala’s $20M, Radimal x Petfolk, and Human Providers in Vet</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Amazon launches Pet Pharmacy</li><li>Koala raises $20M</li><li>Radimal and Petfolk announce partnership</li><li>RevDoc starts RevPet</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nomv.org/race-around-the-world/">NOMV - Race Around the World</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Amazon launches Pet Pharmacy</li><li>Koala raises $20M</li><li>Radimal and Petfolk announce partnership</li><li>RevDoc starts RevPet</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nomv.org/race-around-the-world/">NOMV - Race Around the World</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 13 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>715</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Amazon launches Pet Pharmacy</li><li>Koala raises $20M</li><li>Radimal and Petfolk announce partnership</li><li>RevDoc starts RevPet</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nomv.org/race-around-the-world/">NOMV - Race Around the World</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>MOVES Moves, HCM, Rover Spree, Purina Grants, and NOMV</title>
      <itunes:episode>95</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>95</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>MOVES Moves, HCM, Rover Spree, Purina Grants, and NOMV</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>MOVES launches Franchise Model</li><li>Feline HCM ready to go down</li><li>Rover’s next acquisition</li><li>Purina 2026 Grants</li><li>NOMV Race Around the World</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nomv.org/race-around-the-world/">NOMV - Race Around the World</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hcmincats.com/halt">HCM - The HALT Study</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>MOVES launches Franchise Model</li><li>Feline HCM ready to go down</li><li>Rover’s next acquisition</li><li>Purina 2026 Grants</li><li>NOMV Race Around the World</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nomv.org/race-around-the-world/">NOMV - Race Around the World</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hcmincats.com/halt">HCM - The HALT Study</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 May 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>751</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>MOVES launches Franchise Model</li><li>Feline HCM ready to go down</li><li>Rover’s next acquisition</li><li>Purina 2026 Grants</li><li>NOMV Race Around the World</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://nomv.org/race-around-the-world/">NOMV - Race Around the World</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hcmincats.com/halt">HCM - The HALT Study</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Pumpkin, Patterson, VIC on AI, Events</title>
      <itunes:episode>94</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>94</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Pumpkin, Patterson, VIC on AI, Events</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Florida passes Pet Insurance Bill</li><li>Pumpkin launches instant payments</li><li>Veterinary Innovation Council on AI</li><li>Patterson complete sale</li><li>CVS Group divests crematorium business</li><li>Events Galore</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://navc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/What-Do-Vet-Profs-Need-to-Know-About-Artificial-Intelligence.pdf">VIC – What Do Veterinary Professionals Need to Know about Artificial Intelligence in 2025?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.flourish.vet/services/masterclasses">Flourish Academy Masterclasses</a></li><li><a href="https://animalhealtheventusa.com/events/animal-health-usa">Animal Health, Nutrition &amp; Technology Innovation – Shaping the Future of Animal Health in the USA</a></li><li><a href="https://web.cvent.com/event/a69cbb95-afcc-4db4-a2fc-9305fec84a88/summary?RefId=Home">College of Veterinary Medicine – Symposium on Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine (SAVY 2.0)</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Florida passes Pet Insurance Bill</li><li>Pumpkin launches instant payments</li><li>Veterinary Innovation Council on AI</li><li>Patterson complete sale</li><li>CVS Group divests crematorium business</li><li>Events Galore</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://navc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/What-Do-Vet-Profs-Need-to-Know-About-Artificial-Intelligence.pdf">VIC – What Do Veterinary Professionals Need to Know about Artificial Intelligence in 2025?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.flourish.vet/services/masterclasses">Flourish Academy Masterclasses</a></li><li><a href="https://animalhealtheventusa.com/events/animal-health-usa">Animal Health, Nutrition &amp; Technology Innovation – Shaping the Future of Animal Health in the USA</a></li><li><a href="https://web.cvent.com/event/a69cbb95-afcc-4db4-a2fc-9305fec84a88/summary?RefId=Home">College of Veterinary Medicine – Symposium on Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine (SAVY 2.0)</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1051</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Florida passes Pet Insurance Bill</li><li>Pumpkin launches instant payments</li><li>Veterinary Innovation Council on AI</li><li>Patterson complete sale</li><li>CVS Group divests crematorium business</li><li>Events Galore</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://navc.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/What-Do-Vet-Profs-Need-to-Know-About-Artificial-Intelligence.pdf">VIC – What Do Veterinary Professionals Need to Know about Artificial Intelligence in 2025?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.flourish.vet/services/masterclasses">Flourish Academy Masterclasses</a></li><li><a href="https://animalhealtheventusa.com/events/animal-health-usa">Animal Health, Nutrition &amp; Technology Innovation – Shaping the Future of Animal Health in the USA</a></li><li><a href="https://web.cvent.com/event/a69cbb95-afcc-4db4-a2fc-9305fec84a88/summary?RefId=Home">College of Veterinary Medicine – Symposium on Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine (SAVY 2.0)</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>My Pets Wellness, Home Delivery, Royal College Trouble, and THGeese</title>
      <itunes:episode>93</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>93</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>My Pets Wellness, Home Delivery, Royal College Trouble, and THGeese</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>My Pets Wellness Collapse</li><li>Home Delivery Updates</li><li>Royal Veterinary College CoE Troubles</li><li>Geese and Chong</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>My Pets Wellness Collapse</li><li>Home Delivery Updates</li><li>Royal Veterinary College CoE Troubles</li><li>Geese and Chong</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>900</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>My Pets Wellness Collapse</li><li>Home Delivery Updates</li><li>Royal Veterinary College CoE Troubles</li><li>Geese and Chong</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Pets = Happy, Loyal enrolls 1000th dog, NE looking for vets</title>
      <itunes:episode>92</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>92</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Pets = Happy, Loyal enrolls 1000th dog, NE looking for vets</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Research shows pets bring £70k of satisfaction</li><li>Loyal’s trials hit new milestone</li><li>Nebraska seeking rural DVMs</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11205-025-03574-1">The Value of Pets: The Quantifiable Impact of Pets on Life Satisfaction</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Research shows pets bring £70k of satisfaction</li><li>Loyal’s trials hit new milestone</li><li>Nebraska seeking rural DVMs</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11205-025-03574-1">The Value of Pets: The Quantifiable Impact of Pets on Life Satisfaction</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/dafc6185/927e1882.mp3" length="17527941" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>729</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Research shows pets bring £70k of satisfaction</li><li>Loyal’s trials hit new milestone</li><li>Nebraska seeking rural DVMs</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s11205-025-03574-1">The Value of Pets: The Quantifiable Impact of Pets on Life Satisfaction</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>APPA and Hill’s Reports, Litter Scents, and AgTech Startups</title>
      <itunes:episode>91</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>91</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>APPA and Hill’s Reports, Litter Scents, and AgTech Startups</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>APPA’s State of the Industry</li><li>Hill’s World of the Cat</li><li>Dr. Elsey’s stops Scented Litter</li><li>Animal AgTech Innovation Summit</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>APPA’s State of the Industry</li><li>Hill’s World of the Cat</li><li>Dr. Elsey’s stops Scented Litter</li><li>Animal AgTech Innovation Summit</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/45a25d1e/ae174fec.mp3" length="18552132" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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      <itunes:duration>772</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>APPA’s State of the Industry</li><li>Hill’s World of the Cat</li><li>Dr. Elsey’s stops Scented Litter</li><li>Animal AgTech Innovation Summit</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Thrive’s $350M, Evette’s first DVM, Banfield Covers Tuition</title>
      <itunes:episode>90</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>90</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Thrive’s $350M, Evette’s first DVM, Banfield Covers Tuition</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Thrive brings in $350M</li><li>Banfield covers final year Tuition</li><li>Evette brings on a DVM</li><li>IVP looks at $2M more</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://readyvetgo.thinkific.com/courses/mentorship2025">Ready, Vet, Go Mentorship Program</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Thrive brings in $350M</li><li>Banfield covers final year Tuition</li><li>Evette brings on a DVM</li><li>IVP looks at $2M more</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://readyvetgo.thinkific.com/courses/mentorship2025">Ready, Vet, Go Mentorship Program</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/9e10e652/4c4790ae.mp3" length="21126850" type="audio/mpeg"/>
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      <itunes:duration>879</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Thrive brings in $350M</li><li>Banfield covers final year Tuition</li><li>Evette brings on a DVM</li><li>IVP looks at $2M more</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://readyvetgo.thinkific.com/courses/mentorship2025">Ready, Vet, Go Mentorship Program</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>ACVR on AI, Hill’s Leadership, JustFoodForDogs, and Emerging Companies</title>
      <itunes:episode>89</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>89</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>ACVR on AI, Hill’s Leadership, JustFoodForDogs, and Emerging Companies</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>ACVR and ECVDI release their findings on AI</li><li>Hill’s New Veterinary Leadership</li><li>JustFoodForDogs on your shelf</li><li>Apply for KC Animal Health Corridor Pitch Contest</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="http://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/aop/javma.25.01.0027/javma.25.01.0027.xml?utm_source=weekend-rounds.beehiiv.com&amp;utm_medium=newsletter&amp;utm_campaign=radiologists-take-position-on-ai&amp;_bhlid=9ef8f27504aedbcea69f057d17c826c6515e4070&amp;tab_body=fulltext">AVMA - American College of Veterinary Radiology and European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging position statement on artificial intelligence</a></li><li><a href="https://kcanimalhealth.thinkkc.com/events/animal-health-summit/emerging-company-presentations/user-guide">KC Animal Health Corridor - 2025 Animal Health Summit Emerging Company Application</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>ACVR and ECVDI release their findings on AI</li><li>Hill’s New Veterinary Leadership</li><li>JustFoodForDogs on your shelf</li><li>Apply for KC Animal Health Corridor Pitch Contest</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="http://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/aop/javma.25.01.0027/javma.25.01.0027.xml?utm_source=weekend-rounds.beehiiv.com&amp;utm_medium=newsletter&amp;utm_campaign=radiologists-take-position-on-ai&amp;_bhlid=9ef8f27504aedbcea69f057d17c826c6515e4070&amp;tab_body=fulltext">AVMA - American College of Veterinary Radiology and European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging position statement on artificial intelligence</a></li><li><a href="https://kcanimalhealth.thinkkc.com/events/animal-health-summit/emerging-company-presentations/user-guide">KC Animal Health Corridor - 2025 Animal Health Summit Emerging Company Application</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>855</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>ACVR and ECVDI release their findings on AI</li><li>Hill’s New Veterinary Leadership</li><li>JustFoodForDogs on your shelf</li><li>Apply for KC Animal Health Corridor Pitch Contest</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="http://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/aop/javma.25.01.0027/javma.25.01.0027.xml?utm_source=weekend-rounds.beehiiv.com&amp;utm_medium=newsletter&amp;utm_campaign=radiologists-take-position-on-ai&amp;_bhlid=9ef8f27504aedbcea69f057d17c826c6515e4070&amp;tab_body=fulltext">AVMA - American College of Veterinary Radiology and European College of Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging position statement on artificial intelligence</a></li><li><a href="https://kcanimalhealth.thinkkc.com/events/animal-health-summit/emerging-company-presentations/user-guide">KC Animal Health Corridor - 2025 Animal Health Summit Emerging Company Application</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Vetsource Reports, Radimal Dentistry, JAB Updates, and GI Relief</title>
      <itunes:episode>88</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>88</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Vetsource Reports, Radimal Dentistry, JAB Updates, and GI Relief</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Vetsource brings facts via Whitepaper</li><li>Radimal launches Dental Teleconsultations</li><li>JAB Dives deeper into Insurance</li><li>Relief for K9 GI</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Vetsource brings facts via Whitepaper</li><li>Radimal launches Dental Teleconsultations</li><li>JAB Dives deeper into Insurance</li><li>Relief for K9 GI</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>816</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Vetsource brings facts via Whitepaper</li><li>Radimal launches Dental Teleconsultations</li><li>JAB Dives deeper into Insurance</li><li>Relief for K9 GI</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Instinct Standards, $200M Growth Capital, Small Door COO, and More</title>
      <itunes:episode>87</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>87</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Instinct Standards, $200M Growth Capital, Small Door COO, and More</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Instinct launches Standards of Care</li><li>LoneTree’s $200M</li><li>Small Door’s first COO</li><li>Roch Dog funding</li><li>Update on Pets at Home</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://rochdog.com/en">Roch Dog - Find The World's Best Dog Friendly Hotels</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Instinct launches Standards of Care</li><li>LoneTree’s $200M</li><li>Small Door’s first COO</li><li>Roch Dog funding</li><li>Update on Pets at Home</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://rochdog.com/en">Roch Dog - Find The World's Best Dog Friendly Hotels</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>631</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Instinct launches Standards of Care</li><li>LoneTree’s $200M</li><li>Small Door’s first COO</li><li>Roch Dog funding</li><li>Update on Pets at Home</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://rochdog.com/en">Roch Dog - Find The World's Best Dog Friendly Hotels</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Live at WVC! Loyal Up, Ellie’s new CEO, Pets at Home, and VPA Updates</title>
      <itunes:episode>86</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>86</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Live at WVC! Loyal Up, Ellie’s new CEO, Pets at Home, and VPA Updates</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Loyal’s Big Week</li><li>Ellie Diagnostics new CEO</li><li>Pets at Home murmers</li><li>VPA movement in Colorado</li><li>Viva Las Vegas</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qmkSigmYm1ZiHBkIibLZ8meLPkD6qgB0/view">TBD - Veterinary - Written Comments - CVR, LTR</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Loyal’s Big Week</li><li>Ellie Diagnostics new CEO</li><li>Pets at Home murmers</li><li>VPA movement in Colorado</li><li>Viva Las Vegas</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qmkSigmYm1ZiHBkIibLZ8meLPkD6qgB0/view">TBD - Veterinary - Written Comments - CVR, LTR</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>871</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Loyal’s Big Week</li><li>Ellie Diagnostics new CEO</li><li>Pets at Home murmers</li><li>VPA movement in Colorado</li><li>Viva Las Vegas</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1qmkSigmYm1ZiHBkIibLZ8meLPkD6qgB0/view">TBD - Veterinary - Written Comments - CVR, LTR</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>ER Ups and Downs, PetSmart Scholarship, Funding, and AI Verified</title>
      <itunes:episode>85</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>85</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>ER Ups and Downs, PetSmart Scholarship, Funding, and AI Verified</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Green Bay’s ER Desert</li><li>Veritas Veterinary Partners’ Expansion</li><li>VetVerifi Closes Seed Round</li><li>PetSmart Charities Veterinary Scholarship </li><li>AI Survey Peer Reviewed</li><li>See you in Vegas!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://petsmartcharities.org/pro/grants/veterinary-scholarship#:~:text=The%20scholarship%20will%20be%20given,pets%20together%20with%20their%20families">PetSmart Charities Veterinary Scholarship</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/ajvr/aop/ajvr.24.10.0293/ajvr.24.10.0293.xml?tab_body=fulltext">AVMA Publications - Familiarity with artificial intelligence drives optimism and adoption among veterinary professionals: 2024 survey</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Green Bay’s ER Desert</li><li>Veritas Veterinary Partners’ Expansion</li><li>VetVerifi Closes Seed Round</li><li>PetSmart Charities Veterinary Scholarship </li><li>AI Survey Peer Reviewed</li><li>See you in Vegas!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://petsmartcharities.org/pro/grants/veterinary-scholarship#:~:text=The%20scholarship%20will%20be%20given,pets%20together%20with%20their%20families">PetSmart Charities Veterinary Scholarship</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/ajvr/aop/ajvr.24.10.0293/ajvr.24.10.0293.xml?tab_body=fulltext">AVMA Publications - Familiarity with artificial intelligence drives optimism and adoption among veterinary professionals: 2024 survey</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>937</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Green Bay’s ER Desert</li><li>Veritas Veterinary Partners’ Expansion</li><li>VetVerifi Closes Seed Round</li><li>PetSmart Charities Veterinary Scholarship </li><li>AI Survey Peer Reviewed</li><li>See you in Vegas!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://petsmartcharities.org/pro/grants/veterinary-scholarship#:~:text=The%20scholarship%20will%20be%20given,pets%20together%20with%20their%20families">PetSmart Charities Veterinary Scholarship</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/ajvr/aop/ajvr.24.10.0293/ajvr.24.10.0293.xml?tab_body=fulltext">AVMA Publications - Familiarity with artificial intelligence drives optimism and adoption among veterinary professionals: 2024 survey</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Good News Edition! blendVET, ASPCA, Women Leaders, myBalto and More</title>
      <itunes:episode>84</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>84</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Good News Edition! blendVET, ASPCA, Women Leaders, myBalto and More</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>blendVET goes International</li><li>ASPCA’s outlet for veterinary voices</li><li>Feather in Her Cap Winners</li><li>myBalto Madness</li><li>Mars saves Earth</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.blend.vet/pathway-program">blendVET - Let's Build the Next Generation of Vet Med — Together.</a></li><li><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecy5i1YFYKYggpIwe8BAVR0btzbfu0-r_K1CvktugWGy3__A/viewform">blendVET x Jacksonville 2025 Pathway Event Volunteer Registration Form</a></li><li><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1XFSdnqBx6C876jxPBi1OPR7X1nHqtgR2Tdcu6u1s2-c/viewform?edit_requested=true">blendVET Pathway Event Volunteer Registration Form</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aspcapro.org/aspcaVET">Join the ASPCA Veterinary Engagement Team (VET) to Help Shape Animal Welfare Policy</a></li><li><a href="https://bracketchallenge.mybalto.com/">March Veterinary Madness</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marsveterinary.com/media/uploads/2025/01/Mars-Veterinary-Health-2024-Environmental-Sustainability-Report.pdf">Mars Veterinary Health 2024 Environmental Sustainability Report</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/96119895/admin/page-posts/published/#">Veterinary IT Services</a><a href="https://veterinaryit.services/episode-25-technology-generational-shifts-and-consolidation-in-veterinary-practice/"> Podcast - Technology Generational Shifts and Consolidation in Veterinary Practice</a></li><li><a href="https://rss.com/podcasts/allthingsveterinary/1894341/">RSS Podcast - Splashing into 2025: Catching up with The Bird Bath podcast’s Ryan Leech</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>blendVET goes International</li><li>ASPCA’s outlet for veterinary voices</li><li>Feather in Her Cap Winners</li><li>myBalto Madness</li><li>Mars saves Earth</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.blend.vet/pathway-program">blendVET - Let's Build the Next Generation of Vet Med — Together.</a></li><li><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecy5i1YFYKYggpIwe8BAVR0btzbfu0-r_K1CvktugWGy3__A/viewform">blendVET x Jacksonville 2025 Pathway Event Volunteer Registration Form</a></li><li><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1XFSdnqBx6C876jxPBi1OPR7X1nHqtgR2Tdcu6u1s2-c/viewform?edit_requested=true">blendVET Pathway Event Volunteer Registration Form</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aspcapro.org/aspcaVET">Join the ASPCA Veterinary Engagement Team (VET) to Help Shape Animal Welfare Policy</a></li><li><a href="https://bracketchallenge.mybalto.com/">March Veterinary Madness</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marsveterinary.com/media/uploads/2025/01/Mars-Veterinary-Health-2024-Environmental-Sustainability-Report.pdf">Mars Veterinary Health 2024 Environmental Sustainability Report</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/96119895/admin/page-posts/published/#">Veterinary IT Services</a><a href="https://veterinaryit.services/episode-25-technology-generational-shifts-and-consolidation-in-veterinary-practice/"> Podcast - Technology Generational Shifts and Consolidation in Veterinary Practice</a></li><li><a href="https://rss.com/podcasts/allthingsveterinary/1894341/">RSS Podcast - Splashing into 2025: Catching up with The Bird Bath podcast’s Ryan Leech</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>867</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>blendVET goes International</li><li>ASPCA’s outlet for veterinary voices</li><li>Feather in Her Cap Winners</li><li>myBalto Madness</li><li>Mars saves Earth</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.blend.vet/pathway-program">blendVET - Let's Build the Next Generation of Vet Med — Together.</a></li><li><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSecy5i1YFYKYggpIwe8BAVR0btzbfu0-r_K1CvktugWGy3__A/viewform">blendVET x Jacksonville 2025 Pathway Event Volunteer Registration Form</a></li><li><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1XFSdnqBx6C876jxPBi1OPR7X1nHqtgR2Tdcu6u1s2-c/viewform?edit_requested=true">blendVET Pathway Event Volunteer Registration Form</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aspcapro.org/aspcaVET">Join the ASPCA Veterinary Engagement Team (VET) to Help Shape Animal Welfare Policy</a></li><li><a href="https://bracketchallenge.mybalto.com/">March Veterinary Madness</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marsveterinary.com/media/uploads/2025/01/Mars-Veterinary-Health-2024-Environmental-Sustainability-Report.pdf">Mars Veterinary Health 2024 Environmental Sustainability Report</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/96119895/admin/page-posts/published/#">Veterinary IT Services</a><a href="https://veterinaryit.services/episode-25-technology-generational-shifts-and-consolidation-in-veterinary-practice/"> Podcast - Technology Generational Shifts and Consolidation in Veterinary Practice</a></li><li><a href="https://rss.com/podcasts/allthingsveterinary/1894341/">RSS Podcast - Splashing into 2025: Catching up with The Bird Bath podcast’s Ryan Leech</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Quarterly Report$, Bird Flu Update, Animal Supply Company Layoffs</title>
      <itunes:episode>83</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>83</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Quarterly Report$, Bird Flu Update, Animal Supply Company Layoffs</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Big Q4 and 2024 for Animal Health</li><li>Growth for Hills, IDEXX, Phibro, Merck and more</li><li>Global Bird Flu Updates</li><li>Animal Supply Company Woes</li><li>The Big Game!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Big Q4 and 2024 for Animal Health</li><li>Growth for Hills, IDEXX, Phibro, Merck and more</li><li>Global Bird Flu Updates</li><li>Animal Supply Company Woes</li><li>The Big Game!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>778</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Big Q4 and 2024 for Animal Health</li><li>Growth for Hills, IDEXX, Phibro, Merck and more</li><li>Global Bird Flu Updates</li><li>Animal Supply Company Woes</li><li>The Big Game!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>VCA Closures, Prices in Europe, PE CEO</title>
      <itunes:episode>82</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>82</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>VCA Closures, Prices in Europe, PE CEO</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>First week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>VCA shuttering Urgent Cares</li><li>VetnCare brings in new CEO</li><li>Italian consolidation</li><li>Update on UK prices</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>VCA shuttering Urgent Cares</li><li>VetnCare brings in new CEO</li><li>Italian consolidation</li><li>Update on UK prices</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/07d18bd7/42e61e32.mp3" length="16261133" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>676</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>VCA shuttering Urgent Cares</li><li>VetnCare brings in new CEO</li><li>Italian consolidation</li><li>Update on UK prices</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Live at VMX 2025!</title>
      <itunes:episode>81</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>81</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Live at VMX 2025!</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>End of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Live at VMX!</li><li>REVAMP Launch</li><li>The Bridge Club ICON</li><li>PetSmart Charities Leadership Forum</li><li>Consolidation news</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.revamp.vet/">REVAMP</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vetaccesshub.com/getting-started">VIC - Welcome to the Access to Care Resource Hub</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aaha.org/resources/2024-aaha-community-care-guidelines-for-small-animal-practice/resource-center/">AAHA - Resource Center</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>End of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Live at VMX!</li><li>REVAMP Launch</li><li>The Bridge Club ICON</li><li>PetSmart Charities Leadership Forum</li><li>Consolidation news</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.revamp.vet/">REVAMP</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vetaccesshub.com/getting-started">VIC - Welcome to the Access to Care Resource Hub</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aaha.org/resources/2024-aaha-community-care-guidelines-for-small-animal-practice/resource-center/">AAHA - Resource Center</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>965</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>End of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Live at VMX!</li><li>REVAMP Launch</li><li>The Bridge Club ICON</li><li>PetSmart Charities Leadership Forum</li><li>Consolidation news</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.revamp.vet/">REVAMP</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vetaccesshub.com/getting-started">VIC - Welcome to the Access to Care Resource Hub</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aaha.org/resources/2024-aaha-community-care-guidelines-for-small-animal-practice/resource-center/">AAHA - Resource Center</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>$300M with CUBEX, Serenity Now, Mixlab Acquistions, and VMX</title>
      <itunes:episode>80</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>80</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>$300M with CUBEX, Serenity Now, Mixlab Acquistions, and VMX</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Mashura, CUBEX parent co., bringing in $300M</li><li>Serenity Vet offers a new relief</li><li>Mixlab ramps their lab portfolio</li><li>FDA and CBD</li><li>Catch me at VMX!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/01/16/2025-00945/use-of-cannabis-derived-products-including-cannabidiol-in-veterinary-practice-request-for">Use of Cannabis-Derived Products, Including Cannabidiol, in Veterinary Practice; Request for Information</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Mashura, CUBEX parent co., bringing in $300M</li><li>Serenity Vet offers a new relief</li><li>Mixlab ramps their lab portfolio</li><li>FDA and CBD</li><li>Catch me at VMX!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/01/16/2025-00945/use-of-cannabis-derived-products-including-cannabidiol-in-veterinary-practice-request-for">Use of Cannabis-Derived Products, Including Cannabidiol, in Veterinary Practice; Request for Information</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>999</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Mashura, CUBEX parent co., bringing in $300M</li><li>Serenity Vet offers a new relief</li><li>Mixlab ramps their lab portfolio</li><li>FDA and CBD</li><li>Catch me at VMX!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/01/16/2025-00945/use-of-cannabis-derived-products-including-cannabidiol-in-veterinary-practice-request-for">Use of Cannabis-Derived Products, Including Cannabidiol, in Veterinary Practice; Request for Information</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Mars goes to India, AI Advancements, TAMU Fighting Aging, Tax Rules</title>
      <itunes:episode>79</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>79</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Mars goes to India, AI Advancements, TAMU Fighting Aging, Tax Rules</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>AI hits Animal Health Drug Creation</li><li>Texas A&amp;M pursues Rapamycin for aging</li><li>Mars invests in India</li><li>Tax Laws in Spain, and US counterparts</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://dogagingproject.org/project-details">Dog Aging Project</a></li><li><a href="https://kcanimalhealth.thinkkc.com/events/animal-health-summit/emerging-company-presentations/user-guide">2025 Animal Health Summit Emerging Company Application</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>AI hits Animal Health Drug Creation</li><li>Texas A&amp;M pursues Rapamycin for aging</li><li>Mars invests in India</li><li>Tax Laws in Spain, and US counterparts</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://dogagingproject.org/project-details">Dog Aging Project</a></li><li><a href="https://kcanimalhealth.thinkkc.com/events/animal-health-summit/emerging-company-presentations/user-guide">2025 Animal Health Summit Emerging Company Application</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>743</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>AI hits Animal Health Drug Creation</li><li>Texas A&amp;M pursues Rapamycin for aging</li><li>Mars invests in India</li><li>Tax Laws in Spain, and US counterparts</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://dogagingproject.org/project-details">Dog Aging Project</a></li><li><a href="https://kcanimalhealth.thinkkc.com/events/animal-health-summit/emerging-company-presentations/user-guide">2025 Animal Health Summit Emerging Company Application</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Special with Vet Life Reimagined</title>
      <itunes:episode>78</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>78</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Special with Vet Life Reimagined</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>First week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>A special episode with Vet Life Reimagined</li><li>Dive into what 2025 has in store</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwXsVmHJsok">What's Coming in Vet Med 2025? Industry Leaders Share Their Predictions | Part 1</a></li><li><a href="http://vetlifereimagined.com/">Vet Life Reimagined</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>A special episode with Vet Life Reimagined</li><li>Dive into what 2025 has in store</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwXsVmHJsok">What's Coming in Vet Med 2025? Industry Leaders Share Their Predictions | Part 1</a></li><li><a href="http://vetlifereimagined.com/">Vet Life Reimagined</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>777</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>First week of January, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>A special episode with Vet Life Reimagined</li><li>Dive into what 2025 has in store</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bwXsVmHJsok">What's Coming in Vet Med 2025? Industry Leaders Share Their Predictions | Part 1</a></li><li><a href="http://vetlifereimagined.com/">Vet Life Reimagined</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>What YOU listened to in 2024!</title>
      <itunes:episode>77</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>77</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>What YOU listened to in 2024!</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>End of 2024, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Bird Bath is Worldwide</li><li>Stories you couldn’t get enough of</li><li>Our top trends</li><li>Happy New Year!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>End of 2024, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Bird Bath is Worldwide</li><li>Stories you couldn’t get enough of</li><li>Our top trends</li><li>Happy New Year!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 31 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>734</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>End of 2024, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Bird Bath is Worldwide</li><li>Stories you couldn’t get enough of</li><li>Our top trends</li><li>Happy New Year!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Hill’s Brings Cheer to Shelters, Bird Flu Update, and Santa’s Herd</title>
      <itunes:episode>76</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>76</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Hill’s Brings Cheer to Shelters, Bird Flu Update, and Santa’s Herd</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Happy Holidays, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Hill’s rolls out “Welcome Home” Adoption Campaign</li><li>California and National Bird Flu Updates</li><li>Happy news for Santa’s Reindeer</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/content/dam/cp-sites/hills/hills-pet/en_us/shelter/2025-welcome-home-participating-shelters.pdf">2025 Welcome Home Participating Shelters</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Happy Holidays, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Hill’s rolls out “Welcome Home” Adoption Campaign</li><li>California and National Bird Flu Updates</li><li>Happy news for Santa’s Reindeer</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/content/dam/cp-sites/hills/hills-pet/en_us/shelter/2025-welcome-home-participating-shelters.pdf">2025 Welcome Home Participating Shelters</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>421</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Happy Holidays, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Hill’s rolls out “Welcome Home” Adoption Campaign</li><li>California and National Bird Flu Updates</li><li>Happy news for Santa’s Reindeer</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/content/dam/cp-sites/hills/hills-pet/en_us/shelter/2025-welcome-home-participating-shelters.pdf">2025 Welcome Home Participating Shelters</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Patterson for $4.1B, TVC Merck’d, VCA/Antech One Health</title>
      <itunes:episode>75</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>75</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Patterson for $4.1B, TVC Merck’d, VCA/Antech One Health</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Patterson Agrees to $4.1B Acquistion</li><li>Merck cuts off TVC</li><li>VCA/Antech Publish One Health Framework</li><li>Update on NY Puppymill Ban</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vcahospitals.com/vca-voice/six-step-framework-for-companion-animal-public-health-collaboration">VCA Voice - Six Step Framework for Companion Animal Public Health Collaboration</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Patterson Agrees to $4.1B Acquistion</li><li>Merck cuts off TVC</li><li>VCA/Antech Publish One Health Framework</li><li>Update on NY Puppymill Ban</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vcahospitals.com/vca-voice/six-step-framework-for-companion-animal-public-health-collaboration">VCA Voice - Six Step Framework for Companion Animal Public Health Collaboration</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>780</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Patterson Agrees to $4.1B Acquistion</li><li>Merck cuts off TVC</li><li>VCA/Antech Publish One Health Framework</li><li>Update on NY Puppymill Ban</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://vcahospitals.com/vca-voice/six-step-framework-for-companion-animal-public-health-collaboration">VCA Voice - Six Step Framework for Companion Animal Public Health Collaboration</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
      <podcast:transcript url="https://share.transistor.fm/s/f21cb23f/transcription.vtt" type="text/vtt" rel="captions"/>
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    <item>
      <title>Purina Donations, Owners’ Age Impact, Wearables in Telemed</title>
      <itunes:episode>74</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>74</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Purina Donations, Owners’ Age Impact, Wearables in Telemed</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Purina donates $4.5M</li><li>Study links Age of Owners to Food Preference</li><li>AI-Wearable Partnership for Telemedicine</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/262/12/javma.24.05.0358.xml">AVMA - Dog and owner demographics impact dietary choices in Dog Aging Project cohort</a></li><li><a href="https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/2024-veterinary-industry-1224/">Today's Veterinary Business - What a Year It Was</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Purina donates $4.5M</li><li>Study links Age of Owners to Food Preference</li><li>AI-Wearable Partnership for Telemedicine</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/262/12/javma.24.05.0358.xml">AVMA - Dog and owner demographics impact dietary choices in Dog Aging Project cohort</a></li><li><a href="https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/2024-veterinary-industry-1224/">Today's Veterinary Business - What a Year It Was</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/40c27dcf/a6e1054e.mp3" length="14577126" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>606</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Purina donates $4.5M</li><li>Study links Age of Owners to Food Preference</li><li>AI-Wearable Partnership for Telemedicine</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/262/12/javma.24.05.0358.xml">AVMA - Dog and owner demographics impact dietary choices in Dog Aging Project cohort</a></li><li><a href="https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/2024-veterinary-industry-1224/">Today's Veterinary Business - What a Year It Was</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Cambridge Troubles, Big Fat Dogs, and NY Fights Puppy Mills</title>
      <itunes:episode>73</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>73</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Cambridge Troubles, Big Fat Dogs, and NY Fights Puppy Mills</itunes:title>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/469f1d3f</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Kicking of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>IAMS puts Fat Dogs in Chicago</li><li>NY ban on Puppy Mills is Set</li><li>Cambridge Vet School fails Accreditation</li><li>Midlevel Pracitioner Webinar</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">The Bird Bath</a></li><li><a href="https://www.iams.com/healthy-weight-dog-hub">Healthy Weight Dog Hub</a></li><li><a href="https://www.rcvs.org.uk/document-library/university-of-cambridge-2024-report/">University of Cambridge 2024 Report</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Kicking of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>IAMS puts Fat Dogs in Chicago</li><li>NY ban on Puppy Mills is Set</li><li>Cambridge Vet School fails Accreditation</li><li>Midlevel Pracitioner Webinar</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">The Bird Bath</a></li><li><a href="https://www.iams.com/healthy-weight-dog-hub">Healthy Weight Dog Hub</a></li><li><a href="https://www.rcvs.org.uk/document-library/university-of-cambridge-2024-report/">University of Cambridge 2024 Report</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/469f1d3f/12b938c0.mp3" length="15218671" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>633</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Kicking of December, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>IAMS puts Fat Dogs in Chicago</li><li>NY ban on Puppy Mills is Set</li><li>Cambridge Vet School fails Accreditation</li><li>Midlevel Pracitioner Webinar</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">The Bird Bath</a></li><li><a href="https://www.iams.com/healthy-weight-dog-hub">Healthy Weight Dog Hub</a></li><li><a href="https://www.rcvs.org.uk/document-library/university-of-cambridge-2024-report/">University of Cambridge 2024 Report</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Catfishing CEO, Obrigado L Catterton, and Happy Thanksgiving!</title>
      <itunes:episode>72</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>72</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Catfishing CEO, Obrigado L Catterton, and Happy Thanksgiving!</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/731a69db</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Evette CEO caught faking DVM profile</li><li>L Catterton moves into Brazil</li><li>Midlevel Practitioner Webinar</li><li>Happy Thanksgiving!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">The Bird Bath</a></li><li><a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-future-innovators-in-memory-of-kelly-clay?attribution_id=sl:5ba40903-1a88-4238-a905-20f00cb95772&amp;utm_campaign=man_ss_icons&amp;utm_medium=customer&amp;utm_source=copy_link">Support Future Innovators in Memory of Kelly Clay</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Evette CEO caught faking DVM profile</li><li>L Catterton moves into Brazil</li><li>Midlevel Practitioner Webinar</li><li>Happy Thanksgiving!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">The Bird Bath</a></li><li><a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-future-innovators-in-memory-of-kelly-clay?attribution_id=sl:5ba40903-1a88-4238-a905-20f00cb95772&amp;utm_campaign=man_ss_icons&amp;utm_medium=customer&amp;utm_source=copy_link">Support Future Innovators in Memory of Kelly Clay</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/731a69db/24959e09.mp3" length="17734593" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>738</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Evette CEO caught faking DVM profile</li><li>L Catterton moves into Brazil</li><li>Midlevel Practitioner Webinar</li><li>Happy Thanksgiving!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">The Bird Bath</a></li><li><a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-future-innovators-in-memory-of-kelly-clay?attribution_id=sl:5ba40903-1a88-4238-a905-20f00cb95772&amp;utm_campaign=man_ss_icons&amp;utm_medium=customer&amp;utm_source=copy_link">Support Future Innovators in Memory of Kelly Clay</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Zoetis Shakeup, $1.45B with GenMills, $15M slap for Elanco</title>
      <itunes:episode>71</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>71</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Zoetis Shakeup, $1.45B with GenMills, $15M slap for Elanco</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
      <guid isPermaLink="false">97c82cce-272b-4774-a8bd-7b8137d92113</guid>
      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/4be0c659</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Zoetis Shakes up it’s Global Leadership</li><li>Elanco takes a $15M SEC Fine</li><li>General Mills ponies up $1.45M</li><li>MI:RNA joins the US</li><li>Howdy London!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Zoetis Shakes up it’s Global Leadership</li><li>Elanco takes a $15M SEC Fine</li><li>General Mills ponies up $1.45M</li><li>MI:RNA joins the US</li><li>Howdy London!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/4be0c659/cba6fc89.mp3" length="13502228" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>561</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Zoetis Shakes up it’s Global Leadership</li><li>Elanco takes a $15M SEC Fine</li><li>General Mills ponies up $1.45M</li><li>MI:RNA joins the US</li><li>Howdy London!</li></ul><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Gen Z Pet Debt, Boom in Boarding, LifeLearn AI, and London</title>
      <itunes:episode>70</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>70</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Gen Z Pet Debt, Boom in Boarding, LifeLearn AI, and London</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Rover acquires Cat in a Flat</li><li>More growth in Boarding</li><li>New Study shows Pets over People</li><li>LifeLearn brings AI to ClientEd</li><li>It’s all Bananas</li><li>Catch me in London!</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://theharrispoll.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/State-of-Pets-October-2024.pdf">The State of Pets - Unpacking America's Pet Preferences</a></li><li><a href="https://veterinaryinnovationpodcast.com/episodes/navigating-veterinary-industry-trends-and-innovations-in-2025/">Veterinary Innovation Podcast - Navigating Veterinary Industry Trends and Innovations in 2025</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Rover acquires Cat in a Flat</li><li>More growth in Boarding</li><li>New Study shows Pets over People</li><li>LifeLearn brings AI to ClientEd</li><li>It’s all Bananas</li><li>Catch me in London!</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://theharrispoll.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/State-of-Pets-October-2024.pdf">The State of Pets - Unpacking America's Pet Preferences</a></li><li><a href="https://veterinaryinnovationpodcast.com/episodes/navigating-veterinary-industry-trends-and-innovations-in-2025/">Veterinary Innovation Podcast - Navigating Veterinary Industry Trends and Innovations in 2025</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 12 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>725</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Rover acquires Cat in a Flat</li><li>More growth in Boarding</li><li>New Study shows Pets over People</li><li>LifeLearn brings AI to ClientEd</li><li>It’s all Bananas</li><li>Catch me in London!</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://theharrispoll.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/State-of-Pets-October-2024.pdf">The State of Pets - Unpacking America's Pet Preferences</a></li><li><a href="https://veterinaryinnovationpodcast.com/episodes/navigating-veterinary-industry-trends-and-innovations-in-2025/">Veterinary Innovation Podcast - Navigating Veterinary Industry Trends and Innovations in 2025</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Petfolk EXCLUSIVE, Stock Trends, LeBark James</title>
      <itunes:episode>69</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>69</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Petfolk EXCLUSIVE, Stock Trends, LeBark James</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Start of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Exclusive Interview with Petfolk</li><li>Quarterly Earnings and What they mean to You</li><li>Westminster Trading Cards</li><li>Join our Substack</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://drandyroark.com/consolidation-for-consolidators/">Dr. Audrey Wystrach: Major Heat Up in Consolidation – Consolidation for Consolidators</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Start of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Exclusive Interview with Petfolk</li><li>Quarterly Earnings and What they mean to You</li><li>Westminster Trading Cards</li><li>Join our Substack</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://drandyroark.com/consolidation-for-consolidators/">Dr. Audrey Wystrach: Major Heat Up in Consolidation – Consolidation for Consolidators</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>825</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Start of November, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Exclusive Interview with Petfolk</li><li>Quarterly Earnings and What they mean to You</li><li>Westminster Trading Cards</li><li>Join our Substack</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://drandyroark.com/consolidation-for-consolidators/">Dr. Audrey Wystrach: Major Heat Up in Consolidation – Consolidation for Consolidators</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Tractor Supply, VIP COO, Vetster + Mella, and Midlevel Practioners</title>
      <itunes:episode>68</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>68</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Tractor Supply, VIP COO, Vetster + Mella, and Midlevel Practioners</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Tractor Supply Company set to acquire Allivet</li><li>Veterinary Innovative Partners hires first COO</li><li>Vetster and Mella team up</li><li>Don’t forget to vote!</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/news/how-colorado-became-ground-zero-veterinary-midlevel-practitioner-debate?utm_source=www.woofnews.co&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=deals-deals-deals-plus">AVMA - How Colorado became ground zero for veterinary midlevel practitioner debate</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Tractor Supply Company set to acquire Allivet</li><li>Veterinary Innovative Partners hires first COO</li><li>Vetster and Mella team up</li><li>Don’t forget to vote!</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/news/how-colorado-became-ground-zero-veterinary-midlevel-practitioner-debate?utm_source=www.woofnews.co&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=deals-deals-deals-plus">AVMA - How Colorado became ground zero for veterinary midlevel practitioner debate</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>844</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Tractor Supply Company set to acquire Allivet</li><li>Veterinary Innovative Partners hires first COO</li><li>Vetster and Mella team up</li><li>Don’t forget to vote!</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath substack</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/news/how-colorado-became-ground-zero-veterinary-midlevel-practitioner-debate?utm_source=www.woofnews.co&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=deals-deals-deals-plus">AVMA - How Colorado became ground zero for veterinary midlevel practitioner debate</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Mobile Consolidation, IPH, Mars, and AAVMC Promotions, and Recycling</title>
      <itunes:episode>67</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>67</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Mobile Consolidation, IPH, Mars, and AAVMC Promotions, and Recycling</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Vets x Bettervet</li><li>Fear Free Top 5 in 15</li><li>Lots of Promotions</li><li>Petsmart Recycles</li><li>Join our Substack</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://fearfreepets.com/5in15/">“Top 5 in 15” Webinar Series by Fear Free</a></li><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath on Substack</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Vets x Bettervet</li><li>Fear Free Top 5 in 15</li><li>Lots of Promotions</li><li>Petsmart Recycles</li><li>Join our Substack</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://fearfreepets.com/5in15/">“Top 5 in 15” Webinar Series by Fear Free</a></li><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath on Substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>855</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Vets x Bettervet</li><li>Fear Free Top 5 in 15</li><li>Lots of Promotions</li><li>Petsmart Recycles</li><li>Join our Substack</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://fearfreepets.com/5in15/">“Top 5 in 15” Webinar Series by Fear Free</a></li><li><a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">The Bird Bath on Substack</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>AVMA Shortage Again, Vet Tech Week, Synchrony, and IVs</title>
      <itunes:episode>66</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>66</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>AVMA Shortage Again, Vet Tech Week, Synchrony, and IVs</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>National Veterinary Technician Week</li><li>AVMA says, No Shortage…Again</li><li>CareCredit+Insurance</li><li>IV Fluids</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://navta.net/national-veterinary-technician-week/">National Veterinary Technician Week</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>National Veterinary Technician Week</li><li>AVMA says, No Shortage…Again</li><li>CareCredit+Insurance</li><li>IV Fluids</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://navta.net/national-veterinary-technician-week/">National Veterinary Technician Week</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>953</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>National Veterinary Technician Week</li><li>AVMA says, No Shortage…Again</li><li>CareCredit+Insurance</li><li>IV Fluids</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://navta.net/national-veterinary-technician-week/">National Veterinary Technician Week</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Chewy for Grads, Instinct State of ER, AVMA, and OpenAI</title>
      <itunes:episode>65</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>65</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Chewy for Grads, Instinct State of ER, AVMA, and OpenAI</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/11e147d1</link>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy Veterinary Leaders Program is open</li><li>The State of ER &amp; Specialty Veterinary Care by Instinct</li><li>Ollie scoops up DIG Labs</li><li>AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum</li><li>$157B Valuation for OpenAI</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://awards.aavmc.org/">AAVMC - Awards, Grants, and Scholarships</a></li><li><a href="https://info.instinct.vet/state-of-er-specialty-veterinary-care-2024-download?utm_campaign=State%20of%20ER%2FSpec%202024&amp;utm_source=globenewswire&amp;utm_medium=pressrelease">The State of ER &amp; Specialty Veterinary Care in 2024</a></li><li><a href="https://s1.goeshow.com/avma/ECON24/">AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum 2024</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy Veterinary Leaders Program is open</li><li>The State of ER &amp; Specialty Veterinary Care by Instinct</li><li>Ollie scoops up DIG Labs</li><li>AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum</li><li>$157B Valuation for OpenAI</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://awards.aavmc.org/">AAVMC - Awards, Grants, and Scholarships</a></li><li><a href="https://info.instinct.vet/state-of-er-specialty-veterinary-care-2024-download?utm_campaign=State%20of%20ER%2FSpec%202024&amp;utm_source=globenewswire&amp;utm_medium=pressrelease">The State of ER &amp; Specialty Veterinary Care in 2024</a></li><li><a href="https://s1.goeshow.com/avma/ECON24/">AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum 2024</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Oct 2024 09:03:06 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>902</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of October, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy Veterinary Leaders Program is open</li><li>The State of ER &amp; Specialty Veterinary Care by Instinct</li><li>Ollie scoops up DIG Labs</li><li>AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum</li><li>$157B Valuation for OpenAI</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://awards.aavmc.org/">AAVMC - Awards, Grants, and Scholarships</a></li><li><a href="https://info.instinct.vet/state-of-er-specialty-veterinary-care-2024-download?utm_campaign=State%20of%20ER%2FSpec%202024&amp;utm_source=globenewswire&amp;utm_medium=pressrelease">The State of ER &amp; Specialty Veterinary Care in 2024</a></li><li><a href="https://s1.goeshow.com/avma/ECON24/">AVMA Veterinary Business and Economic Forum 2024</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Patterson, Zoetis, Scribes, and Mt. Kilimanjaro</title>
      <itunes:episode>64</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>64</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Patterson, Zoetis, Scribes, and Mt. Kilimanjaro</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Kicking off Spooky Season, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Patterson jumps on the acquisition train</li><li>Zoetis adds more AI</li><li>Scribes on the move</li><li>College news</li><li>Two vets and a big hill</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/08OLGd2EpT0">Veterinary Innovation Summit Pre-Show</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Kicking off Spooky Season, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Patterson jumps on the acquisition train</li><li>Zoetis adds more AI</li><li>Scribes on the move</li><li>College news</li><li>Two vets and a big hill</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/08OLGd2EpT0">Veterinary Innovation Summit Pre-Show</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>745</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Kicking off Spooky Season, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Patterson jumps on the acquisition train</li><li>Zoetis adds more AI</li><li>Scribes on the move</li><li>College news</li><li>Two vets and a big hill</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/08OLGd2EpT0">Veterinary Innovation Summit Pre-Show</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>VetForum Live, Practices Everywhere, Victor Acquired</title>
      <itunes:episode>63</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>63</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>VetForum Live, Practices Everywhere, Victor Acquired</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>End of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The gold standard of Practice Data</li><li>Midwest acquires Victor</li><li>Live Insights from VetForum</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://antelligence.com/enterprise-practice-database/#requestademo">Antelligence: Enterprise Practice Database</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>End of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The gold standard of Practice Data</li><li>Midwest acquires Victor</li><li>Live Insights from VetForum</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://antelligence.com/enterprise-practice-database/#requestademo">Antelligence: Enterprise Practice Database</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>478</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>End of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The gold standard of Practice Data</li><li>Midwest acquires Victor</li><li>Live Insights from VetForum</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://antelligence.com/enterprise-practice-database/#requestademo">Antelligence: Enterprise Practice Database</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Good News Edition! Mentors, Well Being, Saving Money and Lives</title>
      <itunes:episode>62</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>62</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Good News Edition! Mentors, Well Being, Saving Money and Lives</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>All good news this week!</li><li>Ready, Vet, Go welcomes 150th mentee</li><li>Bond Vet Embraces Well Being</li><li>HSA/FSA for Pets</li><li>CyberKnife</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.careers.bondvet.com/ev/path-to-wellness/">Paving the Path to Wellness</a></li><li><a href="https://cyberknife.com/cyberknife-how-it-works/">What is the CyberKnife® System?</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>All good news this week!</li><li>Ready, Vet, Go welcomes 150th mentee</li><li>Bond Vet Embraces Well Being</li><li>HSA/FSA for Pets</li><li>CyberKnife</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.careers.bondvet.com/ev/path-to-wellness/">Paving the Path to Wellness</a></li><li><a href="https://cyberknife.com/cyberknife-how-it-works/">What is the CyberKnife® System?</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>660</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>All good news this week!</li><li>Ready, Vet, Go welcomes 150th mentee</li><li>Bond Vet Embraces Well Being</li><li>HSA/FSA for Pets</li><li>CyberKnife</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.careers.bondvet.com/ev/path-to-wellness/">Paving the Path to Wellness</a></li><li><a href="https://cyberknife.com/cyberknife-how-it-works/">What is the CyberKnife® System?</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>FDA on VCPR, Reverse Acquisitions, and UGA Mobile Clinic</title>
      <itunes:episode>61</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>61</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>FDA on VCPR, Reverse Acquisitions, and UGA Mobile Clinic</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>FDA Q&amp;A on VCPR and more</li><li>Better Choice Company’s reverse acquisition with SRx Health</li><li>Mobile practice on the move</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/product-safety-information/veterinarian-client-patient-relationships-prescribingdispensing-animal-drugs-and-telemedicine?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery">Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationships, Prescribing/Dispensing Animal Drugs and Telemedicine</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/advocacy/state-legislative-updates">State legislative updates</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>FDA Q&amp;A on VCPR and more</li><li>Better Choice Company’s reverse acquisition with SRx Health</li><li>Mobile practice on the move</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/product-safety-information/veterinarian-client-patient-relationships-prescribingdispensing-animal-drugs-and-telemedicine?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery">Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationships, Prescribing/Dispensing Animal Drugs and Telemedicine</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/advocacy/state-legislative-updates">State legislative updates</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>1006</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>FDA Q&amp;A on VCPR and more</li><li>Better Choice Company’s reverse acquisition with SRx Health</li><li>Mobile practice on the move</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/product-safety-information/veterinarian-client-patient-relationships-prescribingdispensing-animal-drugs-and-telemedicine?utm_medium=email&amp;utm_source=govdelivery">Veterinarian-Client-Patient Relationships, Prescribing/Dispensing Animal Drugs and Telemedicine</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/advocacy/state-legislative-updates">State legislative updates</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Chewy Checks In, Midlevel Practitioners, Fun in KC</title>
      <itunes:episode>60</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>60</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Chewy Checks In, Midlevel Practitioners, Fun in KC</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Kicking off September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy on a roll</li><li>Veterinary Professional Associate on the Ballot</li><li>Inspire swings for Vetsie.ai</li><li>Wrapping up Kansas City</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links</em>:</p><ul><li><a href="https://keepourpetssafe.com/">Keep Our Pets Safe</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Kicking off September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy on a roll</li><li>Veterinary Professional Associate on the Ballot</li><li>Inspire swings for Vetsie.ai</li><li>Wrapping up Kansas City</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links</em>:</p><ul><li><a href="https://keepourpetssafe.com/">Keep Our Pets Safe</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>1005</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Kicking off September, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy on a roll</li><li>Veterinary Professional Associate on the Ballot</li><li>Inspire swings for Vetsie.ai</li><li>Wrapping up Kansas City</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links</em>:</p><ul><li><a href="https://keepourpetssafe.com/">Keep Our Pets Safe</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Live in KC! IVP Birthday, Leap Registration, More in Insurance</title>
      <itunes:episode>59</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>59</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Live in KC! IVP Birthday, Leap Registration, More in Insurance</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Wrapping up August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Live from Kansas City</li><li>Inspire’s birthday to forget</li><li>Leap ready for new Startups</li><li>Companion Protect pulls in more funding</li><li>Highlights from Veterinary Innovation Summit</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leap-venture-studio-2025-program-information-session-tickets-952768926507?aff=oddtdtcreator">Leap Venture Studio 2025 Program Information Session</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Wrapping up August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Live from Kansas City</li><li>Inspire’s birthday to forget</li><li>Leap ready for new Startups</li><li>Companion Protect pulls in more funding</li><li>Highlights from Veterinary Innovation Summit</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leap-venture-studio-2025-program-information-session-tickets-952768926507?aff=oddtdtcreator">Leap Venture Studio 2025 Program Information Session</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>732</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Wrapping up August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Live from Kansas City</li><li>Inspire’s birthday to forget</li><li>Leap ready for new Startups</li><li>Companion Protect pulls in more funding</li><li>Highlights from Veterinary Innovation Summit</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leap-venture-studio-2025-program-information-session-tickets-952768926507?aff=oddtdtcreator">Leap Venture Studio 2025 Program Information Session</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>PetIQ Deux, Mars, and Big KC</title>
      <itunes:episode>58</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>58</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>PetIQ Deux, Mars, and Big KC</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>August slipped away, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>PetIQ back with more news</li><li>Mars to Devour Kellogg’s snack business</li><li>QSM takes off</li><li>Big plans for KC</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>August slipped away, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>PetIQ back with more news</li><li>Mars to Devour Kellogg’s snack business</li><li>QSM takes off</li><li>Big plans for KC</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>564</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>August slipped away, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>PetIQ back with more news</li><li>Mars to Devour Kellogg’s snack business</li><li>QSM takes off</li><li>Big plans for KC</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>PetIQ to go Private, Hill’s State of Shelter, SAVMA Speaks Up</title>
      <itunes:episode>57</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>57</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>PetIQ to go Private, Hill’s State of Shelter, SAVMA Speaks Up</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>August is hot, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>PetIQ agrees to go private</li><li>Exclusive interview with Hill’s US CVO</li><li>SAVMA Issues Guidelines for Working Hours</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/shelter-program">Hill's Shelter Program For Pet Adoption</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/sites/default/files/2024-08/SAVMA-Duty-Hour-Guidelines-240624.pdf">SAVMA Duty Hours Guidelines</a></li><li><a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">Veterinary Innovation Summit Pre-Show: Get a Sneak Peek into AI Trends and Implementation Strategies</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>August is hot, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>PetIQ agrees to go private</li><li>Exclusive interview with Hill’s US CVO</li><li>SAVMA Issues Guidelines for Working Hours</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/shelter-program">Hill's Shelter Program For Pet Adoption</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/sites/default/files/2024-08/SAVMA-Duty-Hour-Guidelines-240624.pdf">SAVMA Duty Hours Guidelines</a></li><li><a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">Veterinary Innovation Summit Pre-Show: Get a Sneak Peek into AI Trends and Implementation Strategies</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>1308</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>August is hot, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>PetIQ agrees to go private</li><li>Exclusive interview with Hill’s US CVO</li><li>SAVMA Issues Guidelines for Working Hours</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/shelter-program">Hill's Shelter Program For Pet Adoption</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/sites/default/files/2024-08/SAVMA-Duty-Hour-Guidelines-240624.pdf">SAVMA Duty Hours Guidelines</a></li><li><a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">Veterinary Innovation Summit Pre-Show: Get a Sneak Peek into AI Trends and Implementation Strategies</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>€300M Deal, JustFoodForDogs, Nose Tracking, and Webinar News</title>
      <itunes:episode>56</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>56</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>€300M Deal, JustFoodForDogs, Nose Tracking, and Webinar News</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Start of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Inflexion partners with TPP</li><li>JustFoodForDogs new exec</li><li>Find your dog with their noseprint</li><li>A Special Pre-VIS Webinar</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">Webinar: Veterinary Innovation Summit Pre-Show</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Start of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Inflexion partners with TPP</li><li>JustFoodForDogs new exec</li><li>Find your dog with their noseprint</li><li>A Special Pre-VIS Webinar</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">Webinar: Veterinary Innovation Summit Pre-Show</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>604</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Start of August, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Inflexion partners with TPP</li><li>JustFoodForDogs new exec</li><li>Find your dog with their noseprint</li><li>A Special Pre-VIS Webinar</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">Webinar: Veterinary Innovation Summit Pre-Show</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>Camp Bow Wow, Radimal, Sylvester, and EuroCats</title>
      <itunes:episode>55</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>55</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Camp Bow Wow, Radimal, Sylvester, and EuroCats</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>End of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Cats rule Europe</li><li>Radimal expands services</li><li>Sylvester brings in Funding</li><li>Franchise Opportunities</li><li>Cornell tackles H5N1</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>End of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Cats rule Europe</li><li>Radimal expands services</li><li>Sylvester brings in Funding</li><li>Franchise Opportunities</li><li>Cornell tackles H5N1</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>749</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>End of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Cats rule Europe</li><li>Radimal expands services</li><li>Sylvester brings in Funding</li><li>Franchise Opportunities</li><li>Cornell tackles H5N1</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Petco, Surescripts, CVS PIMS, and KC Animal Health</title>
      <itunes:episode>54</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>54</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Petco, Surescripts, CVS PIMS, and KC Animal Health</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Celebrating our 1 year anniversary</li><li>Cambridge genome sequencing</li><li>Petco new CEO</li><li>E-Scripting</li><li>Provet Cloud and CVS Group</li><li>Don’t miss KC Animal Health Corridor Summit</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4425/15/7/952">Exonic Short Interspersed Nuclear Element Insertion in FAM161A Is Associated with Autosomal Recessive Progressive Retinal Atrophy in the English Shepherd</a></li><li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-animal-health-summit-tickets-880347221237?aff=oddtdtcreator">2024 Animal Health Summit</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Celebrating our 1 year anniversary</li><li>Cambridge genome sequencing</li><li>Petco new CEO</li><li>E-Scripting</li><li>Provet Cloud and CVS Group</li><li>Don’t miss KC Animal Health Corridor Summit</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4425/15/7/952">Exonic Short Interspersed Nuclear Element Insertion in FAM161A Is Associated with Autosomal Recessive Progressive Retinal Atrophy in the English Shepherd</a></li><li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-animal-health-summit-tickets-880347221237?aff=oddtdtcreator">2024 Animal Health Summit</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jul 2024 11:16:11 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>798</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fourth week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Celebrating our 1 year anniversary</li><li>Cambridge genome sequencing</li><li>Petco new CEO</li><li>E-Scripting</li><li>Provet Cloud and CVS Group</li><li>Don’t miss KC Animal Health Corridor Summit</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4425/15/7/952">Exonic Short Interspersed Nuclear Element Insertion in FAM161A Is Associated with Autosomal Recessive Progressive Retinal Atrophy in the English Shepherd</a></li><li><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-animal-health-summit-tickets-880347221237?aff=oddtdtcreator">2024 Animal Health Summit</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Lakefield, CareVet, VIP, Valley, and More</title>
      <itunes:episode>53</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>53</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Lakefield, CareVet, VIP, Valley, and More</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Capital is BACK!</li><li>Peloton Capital Invests in Lakefield</li><li>CareVet secures Credit</li><li>VIP acquires Valley Vet</li><li>Inspire growing?</li><li>US Vet REIT Strategic Partner</li><li>VetForum USA</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Capital is BACK!</li><li>Peloton Capital Invests in Lakefield</li><li>CareVet secures Credit</li><li>VIP acquires Valley Vet</li><li>Inspire growing?</li><li>US Vet REIT Strategic Partner</li><li>VetForum USA</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>933</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Capital is BACK!</li><li>Peloton Capital Invests in Lakefield</li><li>CareVet secures Credit</li><li>VIP acquires Valley Vet</li><li>Inspire growing?</li><li>US Vet REIT Strategic Partner</li><li>VetForum USA</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Noncompete Update, Pets as Partners, and FDA Session</title>
      <itunes:episode>52</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>52</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Noncompete Update, Pets as Partners, and FDA Session</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>FTC’s Noncompete Ban hits a Snag</li><li>Mintel’s report on Changing Pet Ownership</li><li>FDA Invite</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.mintel.com/insights/household/pet-industry-trends/">Mintel - How Changing Pet Ownership Trends Are Affecting The Pet Industry</a></li><li><a href="https://fda.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_cSFEyfDpQK6RuGrwPznG9A#/registration">Animal Drug User Fee Educational Conference</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>FTC’s Noncompete Ban hits a Snag</li><li>Mintel’s report on Changing Pet Ownership</li><li>FDA Invite</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.mintel.com/insights/household/pet-industry-trends/">Mintel - How Changing Pet Ownership Trends Are Affecting The Pet Industry</a></li><li><a href="https://fda.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_cSFEyfDpQK6RuGrwPznG9A#/registration">Animal Drug User Fee Educational Conference</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>703</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>FTC’s Noncompete Ban hits a Snag</li><li>Mintel’s report on Changing Pet Ownership</li><li>FDA Invite</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.mintel.com/insights/household/pet-industry-trends/">Mintel - How Changing Pet Ownership Trends Are Affecting The Pet Industry</a></li><li><a href="https://fda.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_cSFEyfDpQK6RuGrwPznG9A#/registration">Animal Drug User Fee Educational Conference</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Chewy the Meme, MedVet Investor, CPR Updates</title>
      <itunes:episode>51</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>51</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Chewy the Meme, MedVet Investor, CPR Updates</itunes:title>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/2b3c2c04</link>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Kicking off July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy enters the world of Meme Stocks</li><li>MedVet finds a new investor</li><li>Veterinary CPR updates</li><li>Saving puppies</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://recoverinitiative.org/2024-guidelines/">The RECOVER Initiative has published the updated 2024 guidelines</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Kicking off July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy enters the world of Meme Stocks</li><li>MedVet finds a new investor</li><li>Veterinary CPR updates</li><li>Saving puppies</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://recoverinitiative.org/2024-guidelines/">The RECOVER Initiative has published the updated 2024 guidelines</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>719</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Kicking off July, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy enters the world of Meme Stocks</li><li>MedVet finds a new investor</li><li>Veterinary CPR updates</li><li>Saving puppies</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://recoverinitiative.org/2024-guidelines/">The RECOVER Initiative has published the updated 2024 guidelines</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>SPECIAL: AVMA Interview</title>
      <itunes:title>SPECIAL: AVMA Interview</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p><strong>A special interview with AVMA Leadership</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This special Friday episode features an interview with the AVMA’s Dr. Rena Carlson, Immediate Past President, and Dr. Paula Parker, Chief of Professional Relationships and Strategic Initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us to hear the AVMA’s view on Workforce Shortage and Telehealth.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter</strong>: https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</p><p><br></p><p><em>Helpful links</em>:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/news/straight-talk-about-veterinary-workforce-issues">AVMA | Straight talk about veterinary workforce issues</a></li><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=210&amp;Id=12081596&amp;f5=1">US veterinary groups clash over need for more practitioners</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aavmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Demand-for-and-Supply-of-Veterinarians-in-the-U.S.-to-2032-New.pdf">Demand for and Supply of Veterinarians in the U.S. to 2032</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/news/survey-pet-owners-prefer-seeing-their-veterinarian-person">AVMA | Survey: Pet owners prefer seeing their veterinarian in person</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marsveterinary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Characterizing-the-Need.pdf">Pet Healthcare in the U.S.: Another Look at the Veterinarian Workforce</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/sites/default/files/2023-11/AVMA-2023-Pet-Owner-Attitude-Survey-For%20Release-20231101.pdf">2023 Pet Owner Attitude Survey: Key Finding</a>s</li><li><a href="https://vvca.org/2024-industry-report/">2024 Veterinary Virtual Care Industry Report</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>A special interview with AVMA Leadership</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This special Friday episode features an interview with the AVMA’s Dr. Rena Carlson, Immediate Past President, and Dr. Paula Parker, Chief of Professional Relationships and Strategic Initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us to hear the AVMA’s view on Workforce Shortage and Telehealth.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter</strong>: https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</p><p><br></p><p><em>Helpful links</em>:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/news/straight-talk-about-veterinary-workforce-issues">AVMA | Straight talk about veterinary workforce issues</a></li><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=210&amp;Id=12081596&amp;f5=1">US veterinary groups clash over need for more practitioners</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aavmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Demand-for-and-Supply-of-Veterinarians-in-the-U.S.-to-2032-New.pdf">Demand for and Supply of Veterinarians in the U.S. to 2032</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/news/survey-pet-owners-prefer-seeing-their-veterinarian-person">AVMA | Survey: Pet owners prefer seeing their veterinarian in person</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marsveterinary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Characterizing-the-Need.pdf">Pet Healthcare in the U.S.: Another Look at the Veterinarian Workforce</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/sites/default/files/2023-11/AVMA-2023-Pet-Owner-Attitude-Survey-For%20Release-20231101.pdf">2023 Pet Owner Attitude Survey: Key Finding</a>s</li><li><a href="https://vvca.org/2024-industry-report/">2024 Veterinary Virtual Care Industry Report</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 28 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>1340</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p><strong>A special interview with AVMA Leadership</strong></p><p><br></p><p>This special Friday episode features an interview with the AVMA’s Dr. Rena Carlson, Immediate Past President, and Dr. Paula Parker, Chief of Professional Relationships and Strategic Initiatives.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us to hear the AVMA’s view on Workforce Shortage and Telehealth.</p><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter</strong>: https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</p><p><br></p><p><em>Helpful links</em>:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/news/straight-talk-about-veterinary-workforce-issues">AVMA | Straight talk about veterinary workforce issues</a></li><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=210&amp;Id=12081596&amp;f5=1">US veterinary groups clash over need for more practitioners</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aavmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Demand-for-and-Supply-of-Veterinarians-in-the-U.S.-to-2032-New.pdf">Demand for and Supply of Veterinarians in the U.S. to 2032</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/news/survey-pet-owners-prefer-seeing-their-veterinarian-person">AVMA | Survey: Pet owners prefer seeing their veterinarian in person</a></li><li><a href="https://www.marsveterinary.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Characterizing-the-Need.pdf">Pet Healthcare in the U.S.: Another Look at the Veterinarian Workforce</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/sites/default/files/2023-11/AVMA-2023-Pet-Owner-Attitude-Survey-For%20Release-20231101.pdf">2023 Pet Owner Attitude Survey: Key Finding</a>s</li><li><a href="https://vvca.org/2024-industry-report/">2024 Veterinary Virtual Care Industry Report</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Zoetis Workforce Initiative, NYT Chimes In, AVMA Convention</title>
      <itunes:episode>50</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>50</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Wrapping up June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Exclusive interview with Zoetis Global CMO</li><li>NYT Pipes Up about Vet Med</li><li>Hot stories from AVMA 2024</li><li>Teaser for a special Friday episode</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/23/health/pets-veterinary-bills.html#:~:text=veterinary%2Dbills.html-,%27We%27re%20Still%20Paying%27%3A%20How%20Pets%20Became%20a,high%2Dtech%20industry%20worth%20billions.&amp;text=Heather%20Massey%20brought%20Ladybird%20to,old%20mutt%20began%20having%20seizures">The New York Times: Why You’re Paying Your Veterinarian So Much</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Wrapping up June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Exclusive interview with Zoetis Global CMO</li><li>NYT Pipes Up about Vet Med</li><li>Hot stories from AVMA 2024</li><li>Teaser for a special Friday episode</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/23/health/pets-veterinary-bills.html#:~:text=veterinary%2Dbills.html-,%27We%27re%20Still%20Paying%27%3A%20How%20Pets%20Became%20a,high%2Dtech%20industry%20worth%20billions.&amp;text=Heather%20Massey%20brought%20Ladybird%20to,old%20mutt%20began%20having%20seizures">The New York Times: Why You’re Paying Your Veterinarian So Much</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>832</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Wrapping up June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Exclusive interview with Zoetis Global CMO</li><li>NYT Pipes Up about Vet Med</li><li>Hot stories from AVMA 2024</li><li>Teaser for a special Friday episode</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/23/health/pets-veterinary-bills.html#:~:text=veterinary%2Dbills.html-,%27We%27re%20Still%20Paying%27%3A%20How%20Pets%20Became%20a,high%2Dtech%20industry%20worth%20billions.&amp;text=Heather%20Massey%20brought%20Ladybird%20to,old%20mutt%20began%20having%20seizures">The New York Times: Why You’re Paying Your Veterinarian So Much</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Covetrus Layoffs, Dolittle Prize, Fat Cats, and Upcoming Events</title>
      <itunes:episode>49</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>49</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Covetrus Layoffs, Dolittle Prize, Fat Cats, and Upcoming Events</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Covetrus cuts jobs</li><li>$10M for Dr. Dolittle</li><li>Slimming down your Feline</li><li>NAVC and Michelson’s new Conference</li><li>Upcoming work with Zoetis and AVMA</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://coller-dolittle-24.sites.tau.ac.il/">Learn more about the Coller-Dolittle Prize</a></li><li><a href="https://compassanimal.com/">Compass event by NAVC + MFA</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Covetrus cuts jobs</li><li>$10M for Dr. Dolittle</li><li>Slimming down your Feline</li><li>NAVC and Michelson’s new Conference</li><li>Upcoming work with Zoetis and AVMA</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://coller-dolittle-24.sites.tau.ac.il/">Learn more about the Coller-Dolittle Prize</a></li><li><a href="https://compassanimal.com/">Compass event by NAVC + MFA</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 18 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>796</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Second week of June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Covetrus cuts jobs</li><li>$10M for Dr. Dolittle</li><li>Slimming down your Feline</li><li>NAVC and Michelson’s new Conference</li><li>Upcoming work with Zoetis and AVMA</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://coller-dolittle-24.sites.tau.ac.il/">Learn more about the Coller-Dolittle Prize</a></li><li><a href="https://compassanimal.com/">Compass event by NAVC + MFA</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>JAB Pet Growing, Funny Florida, and Ellie gets Special</title>
      <itunes:episode>48</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>48</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>JAB Pet Growing, Funny Florida, and Ellie gets Special</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Florida Vets off the Hook?</li><li>PIMS and Insurance Intertwined</li><li>IPH grabs another insurance provider</li><li>Ellie Diagnostics levels up</li><li>Scholarships for Vets</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.hsvma.org/hsvma-compassionate-care-scholarship">HSVMA: Compassionate Care Veterinary Student Scholarships</a></li><li><a href="https://www.elliediagnostics.com/">Ellie Diagnostics</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Florida Vets off the Hook?</li><li>PIMS and Insurance Intertwined</li><li>IPH grabs another insurance provider</li><li>Ellie Diagnostics levels up</li><li>Scholarships for Vets</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.hsvma.org/hsvma-compassionate-care-scholarship">HSVMA: Compassionate Care Veterinary Student Scholarships</a></li><li><a href="https://www.elliediagnostics.com/">Ellie Diagnostics</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 11 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>723</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Florida Vets off the Hook?</li><li>PIMS and Insurance Intertwined</li><li>IPH grabs another insurance provider</li><li>Ellie Diagnostics levels up</li><li>Scholarships for Vets</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.hsvma.org/hsvma-compassionate-care-scholarship">HSVMA: Compassionate Care Veterinary Student Scholarships</a></li><li><a href="https://www.elliediagnostics.com/">Ellie Diagnostics</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Chewy’s Big Q1, Nationwide Axed, Petco Shakeup</title>
      <itunes:episode>47</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>47</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Chewy’s Big Q1, Nationwide Axed, Petco Shakeup</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy’s Big Q1</li><li>Nationwide axes 100k clients</li><li>Petco shakes up the C Suite</li><li>NAVTA+BI Scholarship</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://navta.net/tuition-for-techs/">NAVTA: Tuition for Techs</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy’s Big Q1</li><li>Nationwide axes 100k clients</li><li>Petco shakes up the C Suite</li><li>NAVTA+BI Scholarship</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://navta.net/tuition-for-techs/">NAVTA: Tuition for Techs</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 04 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>493</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to June, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Chewy’s Big Q1</li><li>Nationwide axes 100k clients</li><li>Petco shakes up the C Suite</li><li>NAVTA+BI Scholarship</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://navta.net/tuition-for-techs/">NAVTA: Tuition for Techs</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Trupanion Hikes, CVS $2 Deal, Petfolk Tops Charts, and More</title>
      <itunes:episode>46</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>46</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Trupanion Hikes, CVS $2 Deal, Petfolk Tops Charts, and More</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Wrapping up May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>CVS Group offloads NL and IE practices</li><li>Petfolk ranks with Newsweek</li><li>Mixlab expanding</li><li>Modern Animal enters the AI discussion</li><li>Trupanion gets thumbs up to hike rates</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Wrapping up May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>CVS Group offloads NL and IE practices</li><li>Petfolk ranks with Newsweek</li><li>Mixlab expanding</li><li>Modern Animal enters the AI discussion</li><li>Trupanion gets thumbs up to hike rates</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 May 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>827</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Wrapping up May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>CVS Group offloads NL and IE practices</li><li>Petfolk ranks with Newsweek</li><li>Mixlab expanding</li><li>Modern Animal enters the AI discussion</li><li>Trupanion gets thumbs up to hike rates</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <podcast:transcript url="https://share.transistor.fm/s/be626fe6/transcription.srt" type="application/x-subrip" rel="captions"/>
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    <item>
      <title>Dechra’s New Capt., Grey Market Feline Drugs, Purebred Clarity</title>
      <itunes:episode>45</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>45</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dechra’s New Capt., Grey Market Feline Drugs, Purebred Clarity</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Third week in May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Antelligence’s Updated Enterprise Practice Directory</li><li>Dechra’s New CEO</li><li>New rules for foreign dogs</li><li>Grey market Feline Drugs</li><li>TAMU Survey</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:<br><a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2023.1140417/full">Lifetime prevalence of owner-reported medical conditions in the 25 most common dog breeds in the Dog Aging Project pack</a></p>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week in May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Antelligence’s Updated Enterprise Practice Directory</li><li>Dechra’s New CEO</li><li>New rules for foreign dogs</li><li>Grey market Feline Drugs</li><li>TAMU Survey</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:<br><a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2023.1140417/full">Lifetime prevalence of owner-reported medical conditions in the 25 most common dog breeds in the Dog Aging Project pack</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 May 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>607</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Third week in May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Antelligence’s Updated Enterprise Practice Directory</li><li>Dechra’s New CEO</li><li>New rules for foreign dogs</li><li>Grey market Feline Drugs</li><li>TAMU Survey</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:<br><a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2023.1140417/full">Lifetime prevalence of owner-reported medical conditions in the 25 most common dog breeds in the Dog Aging Project pack</a></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>AVMA Says No, H5N1 Spread, and Good News</title>
      <itunes:episode>44</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>44</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>AVMA Says No, H5N1 Spread, and Good News</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>May flowers, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>AVMA says No to AAVMC</li><li>H5N1 Bird Flu continues to spread</li><li>Well-Being Buddy Membership Launch</li><li>Most Dog-Obsessed Cities</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://veterinarywellbeingbuddy.com/membership">Well-Being Buddies Membership</a></li><li><a href="https://zillow.mediaroom.com/bark-and-zillow-announce-most-dog-obsessed-cities">BARK and Zillow Announce America’s Most Dog-Obsessed Cities for Renters</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>May flowers, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>AVMA says No to AAVMC</li><li>H5N1 Bird Flu continues to spread</li><li>Well-Being Buddy Membership Launch</li><li>Most Dog-Obsessed Cities</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://veterinarywellbeingbuddy.com/membership">Well-Being Buddies Membership</a></li><li><a href="https://zillow.mediaroom.com/bark-and-zillow-announce-most-dog-obsessed-cities">BARK and Zillow Announce America’s Most Dog-Obsessed Cities for Renters</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>726</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>May flowers, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>AVMA says No to AAVMC</li><li>H5N1 Bird Flu continues to spread</li><li>Well-Being Buddy Membership Launch</li><li>Most Dog-Obsessed Cities</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p>Helpful links:</p><ul><li><a href="https://veterinarywellbeingbuddy.com/membership">Well-Being Buddies Membership</a></li><li><a href="https://zillow.mediaroom.com/bark-and-zillow-announce-most-dog-obsessed-cities">BARK and Zillow Announce America’s Most Dog-Obsessed Cities for Renters</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>IDXX, ZTS, CL, and More Q1 Numbers, Plus Genomics with the FDA</title>
      <itunes:episode>43</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>43</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>IDXX, ZTS, CL, and More Q1 Numbers, Plus Genomics with the FDA</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Finance is in the Air</li><li>Quarterly reports from some Big Guys</li><li>Inspire’s Reverse Stock Split</li><li>Intentional Genomic Alterations</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Finance is in the Air</li><li>Quarterly reports from some Big Guys</li><li>Inspire’s Reverse Stock Split</li><li>Intentional Genomic Alterations</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 07 May 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>706</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to May, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Finance is in the Air</li><li>Quarterly reports from some Big Guys</li><li>Inspire’s Reverse Stock Split</li><li>Intentional Genomic Alterations</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
    </item>
    <item>
      <title>FTC Ban, Zoetis’ Sale, Mentoring, and More</title>
      <itunes:episode>42</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>42</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>FTC Ban, Zoetis’ Sale, Mentoring, and More</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Bye bye April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Non-competes hit the bricks</li><li>Zoetis unloads MFAs</li><li>CityVet prepares new grads</li><li>Thank a Vet!</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:<br></em><a href="https://www.avmla.org/">The American Veterinary Medical Law Association</a></p>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Bye bye April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Non-competes hit the bricks</li><li>Zoetis unloads MFAs</li><li>CityVet prepares new grads</li><li>Thank a Vet!</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:<br></em><a href="https://www.avmla.org/">The American Veterinary Medical Law Association</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>880</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Bye bye April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Non-competes hit the bricks</li><li>Zoetis unloads MFAs</li><li>CityVet prepares new grads</li><li>Thank a Vet!</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:<br></em><a href="https://www.avmla.org/">The American Veterinary Medical Law Association</a></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>BI’s Big Year, What’s Happening with Insurance, AI Mania, Wag! Rx</title>
      <itunes:episode>41</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>41</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>BI’s Big Year, What’s Happening with Insurance, AI Mania, Wag! Rx</itunes:title>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Nearing the end of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>BI’s 2023 Annual Report</li><li>Ups and Downs in Pet Insurance</li><li>All you need in AI</li><li>Wag! Furscription</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:<br></em><a href="https://fullslice.agency/blog/a-guide-to-ai-tools-for-veterinary-medicine/">A Guide to AI Tools for Veterinary Medicine</a></p>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Nearing the end of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>BI’s 2023 Annual Report</li><li>Ups and Downs in Pet Insurance</li><li>All you need in AI</li><li>Wag! Furscription</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:<br></em><a href="https://fullslice.agency/blog/a-guide-to-ai-tools-for-veterinary-medicine/">A Guide to AI Tools for Veterinary Medicine</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>503</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Nearing the end of April, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>BI’s 2023 Annual Report</li><li>Ups and Downs in Pet Insurance</li><li>All you need in AI</li><li>Wag! Furscription</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:<br></em><a href="https://fullslice.agency/blog/a-guide-to-ai-tools-for-veterinary-medicine/">A Guide to AI Tools for Veterinary Medicine</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Zoetis and WSJ, Insurance Up, Airlines for Dogs</title>
      <itunes:episode>40</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>40</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>We survived Tax Day, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Zoetis’ response to WSJ</li><li>Pet Insurance’s Big Year</li><li>Plug and Play Topeka</li><li>BarkAir (seriously)</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.zoetisus.com/librela-facts?j=3063116&amp;sfmc_sub=193718540&amp;l=1823_HTML&amp;u=48623817&amp;mid=100017849&amp;jb=266&amp;s=candise@outlieradvisors.com&amp;utm_source=sfmc&amp;utm_term=Upcoming_sessions&amp;utm_content=636641&amp;utm_id=a4088d2c-7898-4d40-a6f4-baad0adc1a3c&amp;sfmc_id=193718540&amp;sfmc_activityid=b786c248-d942-40b2-b3cc-a0bfe0bdf7c4&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=RUSH_Librela_WSJ_Response_Email&amp;sfmc_journey_id=a4088d2c-7898-4d40-a6f4-baad0adc1a3c&amp;sfmc_journey_name=02420__4URHSL_bieralW_JSR_seopsn_emEial&amp;sfmc_activity_id=b786c248-d942-40b2-b3cc-a0bfe0bdf7c4&amp;sfmc_activity_name=02420__4URHSL_bieralW_JSR_seopsn_emEial&amp;sfmc_asset_id=636641&amp;sfmc_channel=email">Zoetis Webinar: Librela Facts with Dr. Richard Goldstein</a></li><li><a href="https://www.plugandplaytechcenter.com/topeka/">Plug and Play in Topeka</a></li><li><a href="https://air.bark.co/">BARK Air</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>We survived Tax Day, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Zoetis’ response to WSJ</li><li>Pet Insurance’s Big Year</li><li>Plug and Play Topeka</li><li>BarkAir (seriously)</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.zoetisus.com/librela-facts?j=3063116&amp;sfmc_sub=193718540&amp;l=1823_HTML&amp;u=48623817&amp;mid=100017849&amp;jb=266&amp;s=candise@outlieradvisors.com&amp;utm_source=sfmc&amp;utm_term=Upcoming_sessions&amp;utm_content=636641&amp;utm_id=a4088d2c-7898-4d40-a6f4-baad0adc1a3c&amp;sfmc_id=193718540&amp;sfmc_activityid=b786c248-d942-40b2-b3cc-a0bfe0bdf7c4&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=RUSH_Librela_WSJ_Response_Email&amp;sfmc_journey_id=a4088d2c-7898-4d40-a6f4-baad0adc1a3c&amp;sfmc_journey_name=02420__4URHSL_bieralW_JSR_seopsn_emEial&amp;sfmc_activity_id=b786c248-d942-40b2-b3cc-a0bfe0bdf7c4&amp;sfmc_activity_name=02420__4URHSL_bieralW_JSR_seopsn_emEial&amp;sfmc_asset_id=636641&amp;sfmc_channel=email">Zoetis Webinar: Librela Facts with Dr. Richard Goldstein</a></li><li><a href="https://www.plugandplaytechcenter.com/topeka/">Plug and Play in Topeka</a></li><li><a href="https://air.bark.co/">BARK Air</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Banfield Survey, Linnaeus Layoffs, and CO’s New Law</title>
      <itunes:episode>39</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>39</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Banfield Survey, Linnaeus Layoffs, and CO’s New Law</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The sun is back, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Banfield Survey on Heartworm</li><li>Layoffs in the UK</li><li>Expanding Tech Roles in Colorado</li><li>VetCT Founder Award</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.banfieldexchange.com/News/Decreasing-the-prevalence-of-heartworm-infection-among-pets">Decreasing the prevalence of heartworm infection in pets</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The sun is back, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Banfield Survey on Heartworm</li><li>Layoffs in the UK</li><li>Expanding Tech Roles in Colorado</li><li>VetCT Founder Award</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.banfieldexchange.com/News/Decreasing-the-prevalence-of-heartworm-infection-among-pets">Decreasing the prevalence of heartworm infection in pets</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:duration>808</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The sun is back, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Banfield Survey on Heartworm</li><li>Layoffs in the UK</li><li>Expanding Tech Roles in Colorado</li><li>VetCT Founder Award</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.banfieldexchange.com/News/Decreasing-the-prevalence-of-heartworm-infection-among-pets">Decreasing the prevalence of heartworm infection in pets</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>PetIQ Closures, ASPCA Progress, $147B, and New Funding</title>
      <itunes:episode>38</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>38</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>PetIQ Closures, ASPCA Progress, $147B, and New Funding</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Don’t be a Fool, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>PetIQ Shutters Half of Practices</li><li>Pet Industry Hits $147B</li><li>CatGPT</li><li>Goldie’s Act</li><li>New Funds for Loyal and VetVerifi</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://secure.aspca.org/action/usa-goldies-act">USA: Support Goldie’s Act to Protect Dogs in Puppy Mills</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Don’t be a Fool, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>PetIQ Shutters Half of Practices</li><li>Pet Industry Hits $147B</li><li>CatGPT</li><li>Goldie’s Act</li><li>New Funds for Loyal and VetVerifi</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://secure.aspca.org/action/usa-goldies-act">USA: Support Goldie’s Act to Protect Dogs in Puppy Mills</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:duration>671</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Don’t be a Fool, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>PetIQ Shutters Half of Practices</li><li>Pet Industry Hits $147B</li><li>CatGPT</li><li>Goldie’s Act</li><li>New Funds for Loyal and VetVerifi</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://secure.aspca.org/action/usa-goldies-act">USA: Support Goldie’s Act to Protect Dogs in Puppy Mills</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>AAVMC Sees Shortage, Pet Trends, Vaccine Updates, Major Dates</title>
      <itunes:episode>37</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>37</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>AAVMC says “We need vets”</li><li>Leptospirosis on the rise</li><li>Pet Trends to Watch</li><li>Major Dates coming up</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://web.cvent.com/event/1992516f-03a6-42b4-a511-73f23a4ee1f6/summary?RefId=Home">Symposium on Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine (SAVY)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aavmc.org/resources/aavmc-statement-on-u-s-veterinary-workforce/">AAVMC Statement on U.S. Veterinary Workforce</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aavmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Demand-for-and-Supply-of-Veterinarians-in-the-U.S.-to-2032-1.pdf">Demand for and Supply of Veterinarians in the U.S. to 2032</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>AAVMC says “We need vets”</li><li>Leptospirosis on the rise</li><li>Pet Trends to Watch</li><li>Major Dates coming up</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://web.cvent.com/event/1992516f-03a6-42b4-a511-73f23a4ee1f6/summary?RefId=Home">Symposium on Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine (SAVY)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aavmc.org/resources/aavmc-statement-on-u-s-veterinary-workforce/">AAVMC Statement on U.S. Veterinary Workforce</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aavmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Demand-for-and-Supply-of-Veterinarians-in-the-U.S.-to-2032-1.pdf">Demand for and Supply of Veterinarians in the U.S. to 2032</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>743</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last week of March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>AAVMC says “We need vets”</li><li>Leptospirosis on the rise</li><li>Pet Trends to Watch</li><li>Major Dates coming up</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://web.cvent.com/event/1992516f-03a6-42b4-a511-73f23a4ee1f6/summary?RefId=Home">Symposium on Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine (SAVY)</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aavmc.org/resources/aavmc-statement-on-u-s-veterinary-workforce/">AAVMC Statement on U.S. Veterinary Workforce</a></li><li><a href="https://www.aavmc.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Demand-for-and-Supply-of-Veterinarians-in-the-U.S.-to-2032-1.pdf">Demand for and Supply of Veterinarians in the U.S. to 2032</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Mars’ New Team, Interoperability, UK Costs, and Much Needed Help</title>
      <itunes:episode>36</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>36</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Mars’ New Team, Interoperability, UK Costs, and Much Needed Help</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>St. Patty is gone, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>UK launches a formal investigation</li><li>Interoperability Survey Request</li><li>Mars’ New Team</li><li>Help for Domestic Violence Victims</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfe5eYbHDYsZgnDSpsbpb6kMkWRDOR7bsABbVOvSj6uKsqoLQ/viewform">Interoperability Survey 2024</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/aop/javma.23.12.0716/javma.23.12.0716.xml">AVMA: A novel corporate-community partnership model provides safe housing for pets of domestic violence victims</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>St. Patty is gone, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>UK launches a formal investigation</li><li>Interoperability Survey Request</li><li>Mars’ New Team</li><li>Help for Domestic Violence Victims</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfe5eYbHDYsZgnDSpsbpb6kMkWRDOR7bsABbVOvSj6uKsqoLQ/viewform">Interoperability Survey 2024</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/aop/javma.23.12.0716/javma.23.12.0716.xml">AVMA: A novel corporate-community partnership model provides safe housing for pets of domestic violence victims</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>616</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>St. Patty is gone, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>UK launches a formal investigation</li><li>Interoperability Survey Request</li><li>Mars’ New Team</li><li>Help for Domestic Violence Victims</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfe5eYbHDYsZgnDSpsbpb6kMkWRDOR7bsABbVOvSj6uKsqoLQ/viewform">Interoperability Survey 2024</a></li><li><a href="https://avmajournals.avma.org/view/journals/javma/aop/javma.23.12.0716/javma.23.12.0716.xml">AVMA: A novel corporate-community partnership model provides safe housing for pets of domestic violence victims</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Synchrony Shifts, Florida Passes, CBD Green Lights, and Testing for All</title>
      <itunes:episode>35</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>35</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Almost Spring, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Independence Pet Holdings Completed Pets Best Acquisition</li><li>Florida ready to pass Telemed Bill</li><li>CBD Data to Stand Behind</li><li>MySimplePetLab Clinics</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2024.1349590/full?utm_source=F-NTF&amp;utm_medium=EMLX&amp;utm_campaign=PRD_FEOPS_20170000_ARTICLE">Safety study of cannabidiol products in healthy dogs</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thebirdbathpod/">Follow us on Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thebirdbathpod">Follow us on TikTok</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Almost Spring, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Independence Pet Holdings Completed Pets Best Acquisition</li><li>Florida ready to pass Telemed Bill</li><li>CBD Data to Stand Behind</li><li>MySimplePetLab Clinics</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2024.1349590/full?utm_source=F-NTF&amp;utm_medium=EMLX&amp;utm_campaign=PRD_FEOPS_20170000_ARTICLE">Safety study of cannabidiol products in healthy dogs</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thebirdbathpod/">Follow us on Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thebirdbathpod">Follow us on TikTok</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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      <itunes:duration>646</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Almost Spring, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Independence Pet Holdings Completed Pets Best Acquisition</li><li>Florida ready to pass Telemed Bill</li><li>CBD Data to Stand Behind</li><li>MySimplePetLab Clinics</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fvets.2024.1349590/full?utm_source=F-NTF&amp;utm_medium=EMLX&amp;utm_campaign=PRD_FEOPS_20170000_ARTICLE">Safety study of cannabidiol products in healthy dogs</a></li><li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/thebirdbathpod/">Follow us on Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@thebirdbathpod">Follow us on TikTok</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Elanco Turbulence, Virtual Care Results, and Leap 2024</title>
      <itunes:episode>34</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>34</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Elanco Turbulence, Virtual Care Results, and Leap 2024</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>VVCA Reports on Telemed</li><li>Wedgewood’s Latest Addition</li><li>Rough Road for Elanco</li><li>Leap’s 2024 Cohort</li><li>Sexism in Vet Med</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://vvca.org/2024-industry-report/">2024 Veterinary Virtual Care Industry Report</a></li><li><a href="https://www.kcur.org/news/2024-02-26/veterinarians-women-rural-shortages">Most veterinarians are women, but they still face sexism in rural areas where they’re most needed</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>VVCA Reports on Telemed</li><li>Wedgewood’s Latest Addition</li><li>Rough Road for Elanco</li><li>Leap’s 2024 Cohort</li><li>Sexism in Vet Med</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://vvca.org/2024-industry-report/">2024 Veterinary Virtual Care Industry Report</a></li><li><a href="https://www.kcur.org/news/2024-02-26/veterinarians-women-rural-shortages">Most veterinarians are women, but they still face sexism in rural areas where they’re most needed</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>775</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to March, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>VVCA Reports on Telemed</li><li>Wedgewood’s Latest Addition</li><li>Rough Road for Elanco</li><li>Leap’s 2024 Cohort</li><li>Sexism in Vet Med</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://vvca.org/2024-industry-report/">2024 Veterinary Virtual Care Industry Report</a></li><li><a href="https://www.kcur.org/news/2024-02-26/veterinarians-women-rural-shortages">Most veterinarians are women, but they still face sexism in rural areas where they’re most needed</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Fear Freed, Bright Minds, KC Animal Health</title>
      <itunes:episode>33</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>33</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Fear Freed, Bright Minds, KC Animal Health</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p>An extra day of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Bridge Club Winners</li><li>Inspire is Fearless</li><li>JustFoodForCEOs</li><li>Innovation in Kansas City</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://kcanimalhealth.thinkkc.com/events/animal-health-summit/emerging-company-presentations/user-guide">2024 Animal Health Summit Emerging Company Application</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>An extra day of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Bridge Club Winners</li><li>Inspire is Fearless</li><li>JustFoodForCEOs</li><li>Innovation in Kansas City</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://kcanimalhealth.thinkkc.com/events/animal-health-summit/emerging-company-presentations/user-guide">2024 Animal Health Summit Emerging Company Application</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2024 03:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>500</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>An extra day of February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>The Bridge Club Winners</li><li>Inspire is Fearless</li><li>JustFoodForCEOs</li><li>Innovation in Kansas City</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://kcanimalhealth.thinkkc.com/events/animal-health-summit/emerging-company-presentations/user-guide">2024 Animal Health Summit Emerging Company Application</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Live from WVC! Covetrus Fined, AI, and Insurance CEO</title>
      <itunes:episode>32</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>32</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Live from WVC! Covetrus Fined, AI, and Insurance CEO</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Live from Vegas, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>AI in Vet Med</li><li>OpenAI Video</li><li>Canine Respiratory Illness Declines</li><li>Covetrus Pays Up</li><li>Independence Pet Holdings’ New CEO</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://digitail.com/blog/artificial-intelligence-in-veterinary-medicine-the-next-paradigm-shift/">Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine: The Next Paradigm Shift</a></li><li><a href="https://youtu.be/NXpdyAWLDas?si=jzNq69Ide6sUyvQ_">AI Generated Videos Just Changed Forever</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Live from Vegas, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>AI in Vet Med</li><li>OpenAI Video</li><li>Canine Respiratory Illness Declines</li><li>Covetrus Pays Up</li><li>Independence Pet Holdings’ New CEO</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://digitail.com/blog/artificial-intelligence-in-veterinary-medicine-the-next-paradigm-shift/">Artificial Intelligence in Veterinary Medicine: The Next Paradigm Shift</a></li><li><a href="https://youtu.be/NXpdyAWLDas?si=jzNq69Ide6sUyvQ_">AI Generated Videos Just Changed Forever</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 20 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>732</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>IDEXX Number Confusion, Enterprise Reports, and Cancer Screening</title>
      <itunes:episode>31</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>31</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>IDEXX Number Confusion, Enterprise Reports, and Cancer Screening</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Love is in the air 💙, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Enterprise Practice Report</li><li>Quebec Bans Cosmetic Procedures</li><li>IDEXX Number Questions</li><li>PetDx Breakthrough</li><li>Viva Las Vegas</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://antelligence.com/veterinary-enterprise-practice-report/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=the-bird-bath">Veterinary Enterprise Practice Report by Antelligence</a></li><li><a href="https://www.idexx.com/files/earnings-snapshot-2023-q4.pdf">IDEXX Q4 &amp; Full Year 2023 Earnings Highlights</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Love is in the air 💙, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Enterprise Practice Report</li><li>Quebec Bans Cosmetic Procedures</li><li>IDEXX Number Questions</li><li>PetDx Breakthrough</li><li>Viva Las Vegas</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://antelligence.com/veterinary-enterprise-practice-report/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=the-bird-bath">Veterinary Enterprise Practice Report by Antelligence</a></li><li><a href="https://www.idexx.com/files/earnings-snapshot-2023-q4.pdf">IDEXX Q4 &amp; Full Year 2023 Earnings Highlights</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 13 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
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      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Love is in the air 💙, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Enterprise Practice Report</li><li>Quebec Bans Cosmetic Procedures</li><li>IDEXX Number Questions</li><li>PetDx Breakthrough</li><li>Viva Las Vegas</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a><strong></strong></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://antelligence.com/veterinary-enterprise-practice-report/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=the-bird-bath">Veterinary Enterprise Practice Report by Antelligence</a></li><li><a href="https://www.idexx.com/files/earnings-snapshot-2023-q4.pdf">IDEXX Q4 &amp; Full Year 2023 Earnings Highlights</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Merck Dives In, Alliance 200 Strong, and Bow Wow Wow</title>
      <itunes:episode>30</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>30</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Merck Dives In, Alliance 200 Strong, and Bow Wow Wow</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Elanco’s $1.3B Aqua Sale</li><li>Alliance Hits 200 Practices</li><li>Pet Franchise News</li><li>The AAVMC Dozen</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Elanco’s $1.3B Aqua Sale</li><li>Alliance Hits 200 Practices</li><li>Pet Franchise News</li><li>The AAVMC Dozen</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 06 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>588</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to February, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Elanco’s $1.3B Aqua Sale</li><li>Alliance Hits 200 Practices</li><li>Pet Franchise News</li><li>The AAVMC Dozen</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Instinct Exclusive, NAVLE Uh Oh, CPA Benchmark, VEG Scribes</title>
      <itunes:episode>29</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>29</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Instinct Exclusive, NAVLE Uh Oh, CPA Benchmark, VEG Scribes</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>January is in the rearview🪞 what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Great Instincts</li><li>NAVLE Snafu</li><li>Financial Benchmarking</li><li>Write this down, VEG</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:<br></em><a href="https://pickthebrain.instinct.vet/instinct-and-vetmedux-are-joining-forces/">Instinct and VetMedux are Joining Forces</a><em><br></em><a href="https://granitepeakcpa.com/veterinarian-practice-benchmark/">Benchmark Your Veterinary Practice</a><br><a href="https://careers.veterinaryemergencygroup.com/scribes/">Career Opportunities at VEG</a></p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>January is in the rearview🪞 what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Great Instincts</li><li>NAVLE Snafu</li><li>Financial Benchmarking</li><li>Write this down, VEG</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:<br></em><a href="https://pickthebrain.instinct.vet/instinct-and-vetmedux-are-joining-forces/">Instinct and VetMedux are Joining Forces</a><em><br></em><a href="https://granitepeakcpa.com/veterinarian-practice-benchmark/">Benchmark Your Veterinary Practice</a><br><a href="https://careers.veterinaryemergencygroup.com/scribes/">Career Opportunities at VEG</a></p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 30 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>825</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>January is in the rearview🪞 what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Great Instincts</li><li>NAVLE Snafu</li><li>Financial Benchmarking</li><li>Write this down, VEG</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:<br></em><a href="https://pickthebrain.instinct.vet/instinct-and-vetmedux-are-joining-forces/">Instinct and VetMedux are Joining Forces</a><em><br></em><a href="https://granitepeakcpa.com/veterinarian-practice-benchmark/">Benchmark Your Veterinary Practice</a><br><a href="https://careers.veterinaryemergencygroup.com/scribes/">Career Opportunities at VEG</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Mars’ New Leaders, $ploot, and Salary Transparency</title>
      <itunes:episode>28</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>28</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Mars’ New Leaders, $ploot, and Salary Transparency</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Still tired from VMX?<strong> </strong>What’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>New year and New Roles</li><li>Sploot Scores</li><li>Reddit pulls back the curtain on Comp</li><li>Cat Friendly Data</li><li>AKCRx</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Veterinary/comments/19awbfr/salary_transparency/">Reddit: Salary transparency</a></li><li><a href="https://www.veterinarycomp.com/">VeterinaryComp</a></li><li><a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2024/01/18/five-emerging-trends-in-pet-health-care-for-2024-and-beyond/?sh=26a53cbd1430">Five Emerging Trends In Pet Health Care For 2024 And Beyond</a></li><li><a href="https://youtu.be/lOKASgtr6kU?si=kVBgJn1uaV-GojWm">MrBeast Rescued 100 Abandoned Dogs</a></li><li><a href="https://catvets.com/">American Association of Feline Practitioners</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Still tired from VMX?<strong> </strong>What’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>New year and New Roles</li><li>Sploot Scores</li><li>Reddit pulls back the curtain on Comp</li><li>Cat Friendly Data</li><li>AKCRx</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Veterinary/comments/19awbfr/salary_transparency/">Reddit: Salary transparency</a></li><li><a href="https://www.veterinarycomp.com/">VeterinaryComp</a></li><li><a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2024/01/18/five-emerging-trends-in-pet-health-care-for-2024-and-beyond/?sh=26a53cbd1430">Five Emerging Trends In Pet Health Care For 2024 And Beyond</a></li><li><a href="https://youtu.be/lOKASgtr6kU?si=kVBgJn1uaV-GojWm">MrBeast Rescued 100 Abandoned Dogs</a></li><li><a href="https://catvets.com/">American Association of Feline Practitioners</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>718</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Still tired from VMX?<strong> </strong>What’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>New year and New Roles</li><li>Sploot Scores</li><li>Reddit pulls back the curtain on Comp</li><li>Cat Friendly Data</li><li>AKCRx</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.reddit.com/r/Veterinary/comments/19awbfr/salary_transparency/">Reddit: Salary transparency</a></li><li><a href="https://www.veterinarycomp.com/">VeterinaryComp</a></li><li><a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2024/01/18/five-emerging-trends-in-pet-health-care-for-2024-and-beyond/?sh=26a53cbd1430">Five Emerging Trends In Pet Health Care For 2024 And Beyond</a></li><li><a href="https://youtu.be/lOKASgtr6kU?si=kVBgJn1uaV-GojWm">MrBeast Rescued 100 Abandoned Dogs</a></li><li><a href="https://catvets.com/">American Association of Feline Practitioners</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Live from VMX!</title>
      <itunes:episode>27</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>27</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Live from VMX!</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Live from Orlando, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Antelligence Enterprise Veterinary Practice Report</li><li>Stem Cell’s Spotlight</li><li>SignalPet Signals Progress</li><li>Access to Care through Consolidation</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://antelligence.com/veterinary-enterprise-practice-report/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=the-bird-bath">Veterinary Enterprise Practice Report by Antelligence</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Live from Orlando, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Antelligence Enterprise Veterinary Practice Report</li><li>Stem Cell’s Spotlight</li><li>SignalPet Signals Progress</li><li>Access to Care through Consolidation</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://antelligence.com/veterinary-enterprise-practice-report/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=the-bird-bath">Veterinary Enterprise Practice Report by Antelligence</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 16 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>600</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Live from Orlando, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Antelligence Enterprise Veterinary Practice Report</li><li>Stem Cell’s Spotlight</li><li>SignalPet Signals Progress</li><li>Access to Care through Consolidation</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://antelligence.com/veterinary-enterprise-practice-report/?utm_source=podcast&amp;utm_medium=referral&amp;utm_campaign=the-bird-bath">Veterinary Enterprise Practice Report by Antelligence</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Purina’s Picks, Heart+Paw, Telemed in CA, and PetSmart Helps Out</title>
      <itunes:episode>26</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>26</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Purina’s Picks, Heart+Paw, Telemed in CA, and PetSmart Helps Out</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>First real week of 2024, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Heart+Paw Pulls in Investment</li><li>Airvet rings in 2024</li><li>2024 Pet Care Innovation Prize Winners</li><li>PetSmart Charities Spotlight</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><br></p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>First real week of 2024, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Heart+Paw Pulls in Investment</li><li>Airvet rings in 2024</li><li>2024 Pet Care Innovation Prize Winners</li><li>PetSmart Charities Spotlight</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><br></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 09 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>First real week of 2024, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Heart+Paw Pulls in Investment</li><li>Airvet rings in 2024</li><li>2024 Pet Care Innovation Prize Winners</li><li>PetSmart Charities Spotlight</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><br></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>AAHA AI, ESOP Endeavor, and Remembering</title>
      <itunes:episode>25</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>25</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>AAHA AI, ESOP Endeavor, and Remembering</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Happy 2024, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>2023 News Quiz</li><li>Ape Memory</li><li>Noncompete nonstarter</li><li>ESOP Investment</li><li>AAHA AI Survey</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://join.digitail.io/ai-in-veterinary-medicine-survey">Survey: AI in Veterinary Medicine</a></li><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/doc/?id=11847687">2023 Veterinary News Quiz</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Happy 2024, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>2023 News Quiz</li><li>Ape Memory</li><li>Noncompete nonstarter</li><li>ESOP Investment</li><li>AAHA AI Survey</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://join.digitail.io/ai-in-veterinary-medicine-survey">Survey: AI in Veterinary Medicine</a></li><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/doc/?id=11847687">2023 Veterinary News Quiz</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 02 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>This is what got YOU excited!</title>
      <itunes:episode>24</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>24</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>This is what got YOU excited!</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The stockings are coming down, but vet med never sleeps.</p><ul><li>State of The Bird Bath</li><li>What Stories Excited Our Listeners</li><li>Thank you to our listeners</li><li>AND Massive Thank you to our Team!</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>The stockings are coming down, but vet med never sleeps.</p><ul><li>State of The Bird Bath</li><li>What Stories Excited Our Listeners</li><li>Thank you to our listeners</li><li>AND Massive Thank you to our Team!</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>705</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The stockings are coming down, but vet med never sleeps.</p><ul><li>State of The Bird Bath</li><li>What Stories Excited Our Listeners</li><li>Thank you to our listeners</li><li>AND Massive Thank you to our Team!</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>FDA’s Naughty List, Pet Food Inflation, BuyMyDadsVetClinic.com</title>
      <itunes:episode>23</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>23</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>FDA’s Naughty List, Pet Food Inflation, BuyMyDadsVetClinic.com</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>One week until Christmas, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>FDA sending coal</li><li>Vetster and AirCanada to the rescue</li><li>Pet Food Inflation Impact</li><li>Must See TV</li><li>Get ready for Friday</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.buymydadsvetclinic.com/">BuyMyDadsVetClinic</a></li><li><a href="https://www.freedoniagroup.com/packaged-facts/pet-food-in-the-us">Industry Report: Pet Food in the US, 17th Edition</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/events/7135570991992188928/comments/">Webinar - From DVM to CEO: Cody Creelman’s Blueprint to Practice Ownership</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>One week until Christmas, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>FDA sending coal</li><li>Vetster and AirCanada to the rescue</li><li>Pet Food Inflation Impact</li><li>Must See TV</li><li>Get ready for Friday</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.buymydadsvetclinic.com/">BuyMyDadsVetClinic</a></li><li><a href="https://www.freedoniagroup.com/packaged-facts/pet-food-in-the-us">Industry Report: Pet Food in the US, 17th Edition</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/events/7135570991992188928/comments/">Webinar - From DVM to CEO: Cody Creelman’s Blueprint to Practice Ownership</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>One week until Christmas, what’d you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>FDA sending coal</li><li>Vetster and AirCanada to the rescue</li><li>Pet Food Inflation Impact</li><li>Must See TV</li><li>Get ready for Friday</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: </strong><a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz"><strong>https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</strong></a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.buymydadsvetclinic.com/">BuyMyDadsVetClinic</a></li><li><a href="https://www.freedoniagroup.com/packaged-facts/pet-food-in-the-us">Industry Report: Pet Food in the US, 17th Edition</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/events/7135570991992188928/comments/">Webinar - From DVM to CEO: Cody Creelman’s Blueprint to Practice Ownership</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Chewy and Tough, Vetsource Rx, and Sec. 179</title>
      <itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>22</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Chewy and Tough, Vetsource Rx, and Sec. 179</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>December week 2, naughty or nice? What have you missed in vet med?</p><ul><li>Tough to Chew on</li><li>Vetsource ignites Pharmacy Education</li><li>Tax savings for year end</li><li>Where Petcare is Innovating</li></ul><p><strong>The Bird Bath is supported by </strong><a href="https://jo.my/vetguardian"><strong>VetGuardian</strong></a><strong>. </strong>The only zero touch vital signs monitor for veterinary clinics. With VetGuardian, you can ensure that animals are supervised without stress from intake to discharge. Anytime. Anywhere. <br>Schedule a demo today:<strong> </strong><a href="https://jo.my/vetguardian">https://jo.my/vetguardian</a><strong><br></strong><br></p><p>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://jo.my/vetguardian">Learn more about VetGuardian</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>December week 2, naughty or nice? What have you missed in vet med?</p><ul><li>Tough to Chew on</li><li>Vetsource ignites Pharmacy Education</li><li>Tax savings for year end</li><li>Where Petcare is Innovating</li></ul><p><strong>The Bird Bath is supported by </strong><a href="https://jo.my/vetguardian"><strong>VetGuardian</strong></a><strong>. </strong>The only zero touch vital signs monitor for veterinary clinics. With VetGuardian, you can ensure that animals are supervised without stress from intake to discharge. Anytime. Anywhere. <br>Schedule a demo today:<strong> </strong><a href="https://jo.my/vetguardian">https://jo.my/vetguardian</a><strong><br></strong><br></p><p>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://jo.my/vetguardian">Learn more about VetGuardian</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>772</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>December week 2, naughty or nice? What have you missed in vet med?</p><ul><li>Tough to Chew on</li><li>Vetsource ignites Pharmacy Education</li><li>Tax savings for year end</li><li>Where Petcare is Innovating</li></ul><p><strong>The Bird Bath is supported by </strong><a href="https://jo.my/vetguardian"><strong>VetGuardian</strong></a><strong>. </strong>The only zero touch vital signs monitor for veterinary clinics. With VetGuardian, you can ensure that animals are supervised without stress from intake to discharge. Anytime. Anywhere. <br>Schedule a demo today:<strong> </strong><a href="https://jo.my/vetguardian">https://jo.my/vetguardian</a><strong><br></strong><br></p><p>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter: <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://jo.my/vetguardian">Learn more about VetGuardian</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Long live Loyal, Blackstone Nabs Rover, Cornell Weighs In, and Petvi$or</title>
      <itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>21</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Long live Loyal, Blackstone Nabs Rover, Cornell Weighs In, and Petvi$or</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Fire up the jingles, December is here.</p><ul><li>Loyal for Life</li><li>Petvisor pulls in $100M</li><li>Rover goes private</li><li>Cornell on Canine Respiratory Outbreak</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://petvisor.com/meet-our-brands">Meet the Petvisor Brands | PetDesk, Vetstoria, WhiskerCloud</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments/riney-canine-health-center/canine-health-information/canine-respiratory-disease-outbreaks">Canine respiratory disease outbreaks</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fire up the jingles, December is here.</p><ul><li>Loyal for Life</li><li>Petvisor pulls in $100M</li><li>Rover goes private</li><li>Cornell on Canine Respiratory Outbreak</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://petvisor.com/meet-our-brands">Meet the Petvisor Brands | PetDesk, Vetstoria, WhiskerCloud</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments/riney-canine-health-center/canine-health-information/canine-respiratory-disease-outbreaks">Canine respiratory disease outbreaks</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>550</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Fire up the jingles, December is here.</p><ul><li>Loyal for Life</li><li>Petvisor pulls in $100M</li><li>Rover goes private</li><li>Cornell on Canine Respiratory Outbreak</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://petvisor.com/meet-our-brands">Meet the Petvisor Brands | PetDesk, Vetstoria, WhiskerCloud</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments/riney-canine-health-center/canine-health-information/canine-respiratory-disease-outbreaks">Canine respiratory disease outbreaks</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Green Leaves, Green Backs, and Greener Pastures</title>
      <itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>20</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Green Leaves, Green Backs, and Greener Pastures</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Last call for November, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Synchrony’s Major Purchases Report</li><li>Cannibis for pets</li><li>Consolidation - what’s happening?</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.synchrony.com/contenthub/insights/major-purchase-journey-2023">Synchrony’s 2023 Major Purchase Study: Research &amp; Trends</a></li><li><a href="https://www.dvm360.com/view/overview-of-cannabis-for-pets">dvm360: An overview of cannabis for pets</a></li><li><a href="https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/veterinary-consolidation-112723/">What’s Going on With Veterinary Consolidation?</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last call for November, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Synchrony’s Major Purchases Report</li><li>Cannibis for pets</li><li>Consolidation - what’s happening?</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.synchrony.com/contenthub/insights/major-purchase-journey-2023">Synchrony’s 2023 Major Purchase Study: Research &amp; Trends</a></li><li><a href="https://www.dvm360.com/view/overview-of-cannabis-for-pets">dvm360: An overview of cannabis for pets</a></li><li><a href="https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/veterinary-consolidation-112723/">What’s Going on With Veterinary Consolidation?</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>584</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Last call for November, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Synchrony’s Major Purchases Report</li><li>Cannibis for pets</li><li>Consolidation - what’s happening?</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.synchrony.com/contenthub/insights/major-purchase-journey-2023">Synchrony’s 2023 Major Purchase Study: Research &amp; Trends</a></li><li><a href="https://www.dvm360.com/view/overview-of-cannabis-for-pets">dvm360: An overview of cannabis for pets</a></li><li><a href="https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/veterinary-consolidation-112723/">What’s Going on With Veterinary Consolidation?</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Chewy Chops, Not A-OK AVMA, College Ups and Downs</title>
      <itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>19</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Chewy Chops, Not A-OK AVMA, College Ups and Downs</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Happy Thanksgiving, what’d you miss in Vet Med?</p><ul><li>Mystery Coughs</li><li>No A’s for Arizona</li><li>NC State hits it big</li><li>HR to the insurance rescue?</li><li>Chewy chops</li><li>Dissenting opinons to the AVMA</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.oregonvma.org/news/reports-of-severe-canine-infectious-respiratory-disease-in-oregon">Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease in Oregon</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@veterinaryemergencygroup/video/7302956413620440363">Dr. Lauren Darwin from VEG on TikTok regarding the new respiratory illness in dogs</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Happy Thanksgiving, what’d you miss in Vet Med?</p><ul><li>Mystery Coughs</li><li>No A’s for Arizona</li><li>NC State hits it big</li><li>HR to the insurance rescue?</li><li>Chewy chops</li><li>Dissenting opinons to the AVMA</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.oregonvma.org/news/reports-of-severe-canine-infectious-respiratory-disease-in-oregon">Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease in Oregon</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@veterinaryemergencygroup/video/7302956413620440363">Dr. Lauren Darwin from VEG on TikTok regarding the new respiratory illness in dogs</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 21 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>688</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Happy Thanksgiving, what’d you miss in Vet Med?</p><ul><li>Mystery Coughs</li><li>No A’s for Arizona</li><li>NC State hits it big</li><li>HR to the insurance rescue?</li><li>Chewy chops</li><li>Dissenting opinons to the AVMA</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.oregonvma.org/news/reports-of-severe-canine-infectious-respiratory-disease-in-oregon">Canine Infectious Respiratory Disease in Oregon</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@veterinaryemergencygroup/video/7302956413620440363">Dr. Lauren Darwin from VEG on TikTok regarding the new respiratory illness in dogs</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Hill’s Adoption Hurdles, Fera’s New General, and Pet Biz Indicators</title>
      <itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>18</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Hill’s Adoption Hurdles, Fera’s New General, and Pet Biz Indicators</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>As we navigate mid-November, let's explore the latest highlights!</p><ul><li>State of Shelter Adoption </li><li>Good news for the Trix Rabbit</li><li>Pet Business Survey</li><li>Ornithological Overhaul</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/content/dam/cp-sites/hills/hills-pet/en_us/general/documents/shelter/hills-pet-nutrition-2023-state-of-shelter-adoption-report.pdf">2023 State of Shelter Adoption Report | Hilll’s Pet Nutrition</a></li><li><a href="https://petsplusmag.com/the-big-survey-2023-performance/">The Big Survey 2023: Performance</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vidapaw.com/">VIDAPAW</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>As we navigate mid-November, let's explore the latest highlights!</p><ul><li>State of Shelter Adoption </li><li>Good news for the Trix Rabbit</li><li>Pet Business Survey</li><li>Ornithological Overhaul</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/content/dam/cp-sites/hills/hills-pet/en_us/general/documents/shelter/hills-pet-nutrition-2023-state-of-shelter-adoption-report.pdf">2023 State of Shelter Adoption Report | Hilll’s Pet Nutrition</a></li><li><a href="https://petsplusmag.com/the-big-survey-2023-performance/">The Big Survey 2023: Performance</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vidapaw.com/">VIDAPAW</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 14 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>719</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>As we navigate mid-November, let's explore the latest highlights!</p><ul><li>State of Shelter Adoption </li><li>Good news for the Trix Rabbit</li><li>Pet Business Survey</li><li>Ornithological Overhaul</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.hillspet.com/content/dam/cp-sites/hills/hills-pet/en_us/general/documents/shelter/hills-pet-nutrition-2023-state-of-shelter-adoption-report.pdf">2023 State of Shelter Adoption Report | Hilll’s Pet Nutrition</a></li><li><a href="https://petsplusmag.com/the-big-survey-2023-performance/">The Big Survey 2023: Performance</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vidapaw.com/">VIDAPAW</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Vet Stacks, FTC Attacks, and Your Dog Max</title>
      <itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>17</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Vet Stacks, FTC Attacks, and Your Dog Max</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/9aaea95a</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Getting into November, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>AVMA Economic Forum</li><li>DEIB Opportunities</li><li>FTC Chair’s Position</li><li>More Dog Food Entrants</li><li>Most Popular Names</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.blend.vet/">blendvet</a></li><li><a href="https://butcherboxforpets.com/">ButcherBox</a></li><li><a href="https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/most-popular-dog-names/">The Most Popular Dog Names of 2023</a></li><li><a href="https://us.vetshow.com/new-york">New York Vet | US Vet Show</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Getting into November, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>AVMA Economic Forum</li><li>DEIB Opportunities</li><li>FTC Chair’s Position</li><li>More Dog Food Entrants</li><li>Most Popular Names</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.blend.vet/">blendvet</a></li><li><a href="https://butcherboxforpets.com/">ButcherBox</a></li><li><a href="https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/most-popular-dog-names/">The Most Popular Dog Names of 2023</a></li><li><a href="https://us.vetshow.com/new-york">New York Vet | US Vet Show</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 07 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>531</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Getting into November, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>AVMA Economic Forum</li><li>DEIB Opportunities</li><li>FTC Chair’s Position</li><li>More Dog Food Entrants</li><li>Most Popular Names</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.blend.vet/">blendvet</a></li><li><a href="https://butcherboxforpets.com/">ButcherBox</a></li><li><a href="https://www.akc.org/expert-advice/lifestyle/most-popular-dog-names/">The Most Popular Dog Names of 2023</a></li><li><a href="https://us.vetshow.com/new-york">New York Vet | US Vet Show</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Dr. Amazon, Group Gaps, and Fewer Pups</title>
      <itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>16</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dr. Amazon, Group Gaps, and Fewer Pups</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/3fae7689</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Happy Howl-oween, what did you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Amazon Expands</li><li>Where have the consolidators gone?</li><li>Lucky 13 take the Leap</li><li>Fewer pets in the US</li><li>Poof goes parvo</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://ackerman-group.com/learning-center/quarterly-update/">For Practice Owners: Quarterly Market Update by Ackerman Group</a></li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/47gUq2t">Webinar: Beyond the Numbers: Exclusive Commentary and Insights from the Q3 Report</a></li><li><a href="https://www.americanpetproducts.org/data-research/appa-national-pet-owners-survey">APPA National Pet Owners Survey</a></li></ul><p>Leap Venture Academy Participants:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.veterinarynutritiongroup.com/">Veterinary Nutrition Group</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vidapaw.com/">VIDAPAW</a></li><li><a href="https://www.veterinary-wellbeing.com/">VETERINARY WELL-BEING BUDDY</a></li><li><a href="https://www.codapet.com/about">CodaPet</a></li><li><a href="https://kidneychek.com/en-us/pages/about-us">Kidney Chek</a></li><li><a href="https://gointerplay.com/our-story-2/">Interplay</a></li><li><a href="https://getjampy.com/en">JAMPY</a></li><li><a href="https://innovativepetlab.com/">Innovative Pet Lab</a></li><li><a href="https://www.edgar.care/b2c-edgar">Edgar</a></li><li><a href="https://www.controlpointdx.com/">ControlPoint Diagnostics</a></li><li><a href="https://getbistrocat.com/">BistroCat</a></li><li><a href="https://furevr.com/">furevr</a></li><li><a href="https://www.spot.vet/">Spot</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Happy Howl-oween, what did you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Amazon Expands</li><li>Where have the consolidators gone?</li><li>Lucky 13 take the Leap</li><li>Fewer pets in the US</li><li>Poof goes parvo</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://ackerman-group.com/learning-center/quarterly-update/">For Practice Owners: Quarterly Market Update by Ackerman Group</a></li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/47gUq2t">Webinar: Beyond the Numbers: Exclusive Commentary and Insights from the Q3 Report</a></li><li><a href="https://www.americanpetproducts.org/data-research/appa-national-pet-owners-survey">APPA National Pet Owners Survey</a></li></ul><p>Leap Venture Academy Participants:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.veterinarynutritiongroup.com/">Veterinary Nutrition Group</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vidapaw.com/">VIDAPAW</a></li><li><a href="https://www.veterinary-wellbeing.com/">VETERINARY WELL-BEING BUDDY</a></li><li><a href="https://www.codapet.com/about">CodaPet</a></li><li><a href="https://kidneychek.com/en-us/pages/about-us">Kidney Chek</a></li><li><a href="https://gointerplay.com/our-story-2/">Interplay</a></li><li><a href="https://getjampy.com/en">JAMPY</a></li><li><a href="https://innovativepetlab.com/">Innovative Pet Lab</a></li><li><a href="https://www.edgar.care/b2c-edgar">Edgar</a></li><li><a href="https://www.controlpointdx.com/">ControlPoint Diagnostics</a></li><li><a href="https://getbistrocat.com/">BistroCat</a></li><li><a href="https://furevr.com/">furevr</a></li><li><a href="https://www.spot.vet/">Spot</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 31 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>823</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Happy Howl-oween, what did you miss in vet med?</p><ul><li>Amazon Expands</li><li>Where have the consolidators gone?</li><li>Lucky 13 take the Leap</li><li>Fewer pets in the US</li><li>Poof goes parvo</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://ackerman-group.com/learning-center/quarterly-update/">For Practice Owners: Quarterly Market Update by Ackerman Group</a></li><li><a href="https://bit.ly/47gUq2t">Webinar: Beyond the Numbers: Exclusive Commentary and Insights from the Q3 Report</a></li><li><a href="https://www.americanpetproducts.org/data-research/appa-national-pet-owners-survey">APPA National Pet Owners Survey</a></li></ul><p>Leap Venture Academy Participants:</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.veterinarynutritiongroup.com/">Veterinary Nutrition Group</a></li><li><a href="https://www.vidapaw.com/">VIDAPAW</a></li><li><a href="https://www.veterinary-wellbeing.com/">VETERINARY WELL-BEING BUDDY</a></li><li><a href="https://www.codapet.com/about">CodaPet</a></li><li><a href="https://kidneychek.com/en-us/pages/about-us">Kidney Chek</a></li><li><a href="https://gointerplay.com/our-story-2/">Interplay</a></li><li><a href="https://getjampy.com/en">JAMPY</a></li><li><a href="https://innovativepetlab.com/">Innovative Pet Lab</a></li><li><a href="https://www.edgar.care/b2c-edgar">Edgar</a></li><li><a href="https://www.controlpointdx.com/">ControlPoint Diagnostics</a></li><li><a href="https://getbistrocat.com/">BistroCat</a></li><li><a href="https://furevr.com/">furevr</a></li><li><a href="https://www.spot.vet/">Spot</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Fear Free, Funding, Flu, and Forensics</title>
      <itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>15</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Fear Free, Funding, Flu, and Forensics</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<ul><li>Fear Free heads across the pond</li><li>Denovo funding still on a roll</li><li>Schein-ing a light on Cyber Attacks</li><li>Get our mascot a vaccine</li><li>Meaningful CE Opportunity</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/certificate/victim-to-verdict-the-veterinarians-role-in-animal-cruelty-investigations-online-course">Victim to Verdict: The Veterinarian's Role in Animal Cruelty Investigations Online Course</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<ul><li>Fear Free heads across the pond</li><li>Denovo funding still on a roll</li><li>Schein-ing a light on Cyber Attacks</li><li>Get our mascot a vaccine</li><li>Meaningful CE Opportunity</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/certificate/victim-to-verdict-the-veterinarians-role-in-animal-cruelty-investigations-online-course">Victim to Verdict: The Veterinarian's Role in Animal Cruelty Investigations Online Course</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 24 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>599</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<ul><li>Fear Free heads across the pond</li><li>Denovo funding still on a roll</li><li>Schein-ing a light on Cyber Attacks</li><li>Get our mascot a vaccine</li><li>Meaningful CE Opportunity</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://workspace.oregonstate.edu/certificate/victim-to-verdict-the-veterinarians-role-in-animal-cruelty-investigations-online-course">Victim to Verdict: The Veterinarian's Role in Animal Cruelty Investigations Online Course</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Trust Your Vet Tech and Get Ready for the Swedes</title>
      <itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>14</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Trust Your Vet Tech and Get Ready for the Swedes</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/0c4db2e2</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<ul><li>Thank you Vet Techs</li><li>The Bridge Club ICON</li><li>NAVTA Standing Strong</li><li>Dutch Dough</li><li>EQT Takes Over</li><li>IndeVet Leading the Way</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://indevets.com/blog/understanding-veterinary-burnout-and-how-to-overcome-it/">Understanding Veterinary Burnout and How to Overcome it</a></li><li><a href="https://www.afr.com/companies/financial-services/eqt-ramps-up-its-pet-portfolio-with-1-4b-vetpartners-play-20231011-p5ebfr">EQT ramps up its pet portfolio with $1.4b VetPartners play</a></li><li><a href="https://navta.net/news/reiterating-navtas-priorities/">Reiterating NAVTA’s Priorities</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<ul><li>Thank you Vet Techs</li><li>The Bridge Club ICON</li><li>NAVTA Standing Strong</li><li>Dutch Dough</li><li>EQT Takes Over</li><li>IndeVet Leading the Way</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://indevets.com/blog/understanding-veterinary-burnout-and-how-to-overcome-it/">Understanding Veterinary Burnout and How to Overcome it</a></li><li><a href="https://www.afr.com/companies/financial-services/eqt-ramps-up-its-pet-portfolio-with-1-4b-vetpartners-play-20231011-p5ebfr">EQT ramps up its pet portfolio with $1.4b VetPartners play</a></li><li><a href="https://navta.net/news/reiterating-navtas-priorities/">Reiterating NAVTA’s Priorities</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 17 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>796</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<ul><li>Thank you Vet Techs</li><li>The Bridge Club ICON</li><li>NAVTA Standing Strong</li><li>Dutch Dough</li><li>EQT Takes Over</li><li>IndeVet Leading the Way</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://indevets.com/blog/understanding-veterinary-burnout-and-how-to-overcome-it/">Understanding Veterinary Burnout and How to Overcome it</a></li><li><a href="https://www.afr.com/companies/financial-services/eqt-ramps-up-its-pet-portfolio-with-1-4b-vetpartners-play-20231011-p5ebfr">EQT ramps up its pet portfolio with $1.4b VetPartners play</a></li><li><a href="https://navta.net/news/reiterating-navtas-priorities/">Reiterating NAVTA’s Priorities</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>LIVE from the Veterinary Innovation Summit</title>
      <itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>13</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>LIVE from the Veterinary Innovation Summit</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Hear from the people at the Summit, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Exploding cancer cells</li><li>Sci-Fi and AI</li><li>Access to Care</li><li>Start Up Pitch (Bird Bath Edition)</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://veterinaryinnovationcouncil.com/">Veterinary Innovation Council</a></li><li><a href="https://www.veterinarianelectronicassistant.com/">Veterinarian Electronic Assistant</a></li><li><a href="https://inventoryally.com/">Inventory Ally</a></li><li><a href="https://www.highfive.vet/">Highfive Vet</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Medicalfuturist">The Medical Futurist</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/thenavc/">NAVC</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Hear from the people at the Summit, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Exploding cancer cells</li><li>Sci-Fi and AI</li><li>Access to Care</li><li>Start Up Pitch (Bird Bath Edition)</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://veterinaryinnovationcouncil.com/">Veterinary Innovation Council</a></li><li><a href="https://www.veterinarianelectronicassistant.com/">Veterinarian Electronic Assistant</a></li><li><a href="https://inventoryally.com/">Inventory Ally</a></li><li><a href="https://www.highfive.vet/">Highfive Vet</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Medicalfuturist">The Medical Futurist</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/thenavc/">NAVC</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Fri, 13 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>627</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Hear from the people at the Summit, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Exploding cancer cells</li><li>Sci-Fi and AI</li><li>Access to Care</li><li>Start Up Pitch (Bird Bath Edition)</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://veterinaryinnovationcouncil.com/">Veterinary Innovation Council</a></li><li><a href="https://www.veterinarianelectronicassistant.com/">Veterinarian Electronic Assistant</a></li><li><a href="https://inventoryally.com/">Inventory Ally</a></li><li><a href="https://www.highfive.vet/">Highfive Vet</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@Medicalfuturist">The Medical Futurist</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/thenavc/">NAVC</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Pet Tech, Cali Waves, and Big Tuna</title>
      <itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>12</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Pet Tech, Cali Waves, and Big Tuna</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/dcee1ef0</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Lots of Innovation, what have you missed?</p><ul><li>Live from Veterinary Innovation Summit</li><li>$22B for Pet Tech</li><li>Newsom signs</li><li>Another round for scaling</li><li>Tuna, from a lab, not a can</li><li>Tru-D cleans up</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://eandt.theiet.org/content/articles/2023/09/pet-tech-boom-biometrics-and-ai-gain-favour-among-cat-and-dog-owners/">Biometrics and AI gain favour among cat and dog owners</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Lots of Innovation, what have you missed?</p><ul><li>Live from Veterinary Innovation Summit</li><li>$22B for Pet Tech</li><li>Newsom signs</li><li>Another round for scaling</li><li>Tuna, from a lab, not a can</li><li>Tru-D cleans up</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://eandt.theiet.org/content/articles/2023/09/pet-tech-boom-biometrics-and-ai-gain-favour-among-cat-and-dog-owners/">Biometrics and AI gain favour among cat and dog owners</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 10 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>605</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Lots of Innovation, what have you missed?</p><ul><li>Live from Veterinary Innovation Summit</li><li>$22B for Pet Tech</li><li>Newsom signs</li><li>Another round for scaling</li><li>Tuna, from a lab, not a can</li><li>Tru-D cleans up</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://eandt.theiet.org/content/articles/2023/09/pet-tech-boom-biometrics-and-ai-gain-favour-among-cat-and-dog-owners/">Biometrics and AI gain favour among cat and dog owners</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Tech(nicians)(nology), Small Door/Big Bucks, Going Places</title>
      <itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>11</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Tech(nicians)(nology), Small Door/Big Bucks, Going Places</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/40cd48ab</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to October, what’s happened in vet med?</p><ul><li>AAHA CrVTs Guidelines</li><li>Fear as a policy</li><li>Even more technician love</li><li>Small Door wide open</li><li>Mars and SYNLAB</li><li>Where in the world?</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.aaha.org/aaha-guidelines/2023-aaha-technician-utilization-guidelines/home/">2023 AAHA Technician Utilization Guidelines</a></li><li><a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/navc-and-mentorvet-partner-to-provide-veterinary-nursestechnicians-access-to-new-approach-to-mentorship-301942192.html">NAVC and MentorVet Partner To Provide Veterinary Nurses/Technicians Access to New Approach to Mentorship</a></li><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/doc/?id=11647704">What will the future bring to veterinary medicine?</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to October, what’s happened in vet med?</p><ul><li>AAHA CrVTs Guidelines</li><li>Fear as a policy</li><li>Even more technician love</li><li>Small Door wide open</li><li>Mars and SYNLAB</li><li>Where in the world?</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.aaha.org/aaha-guidelines/2023-aaha-technician-utilization-guidelines/home/">2023 AAHA Technician Utilization Guidelines</a></li><li><a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/navc-and-mentorvet-partner-to-provide-veterinary-nursestechnicians-access-to-new-approach-to-mentorship-301942192.html">NAVC and MentorVet Partner To Provide Veterinary Nurses/Technicians Access to New Approach to Mentorship</a></li><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/doc/?id=11647704">What will the future bring to veterinary medicine?</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 03 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>696</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to October, what’s happened in vet med?</p><ul><li>AAHA CrVTs Guidelines</li><li>Fear as a policy</li><li>Even more technician love</li><li>Small Door wide open</li><li>Mars and SYNLAB</li><li>Where in the world?</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.aaha.org/aaha-guidelines/2023-aaha-technician-utilization-guidelines/home/">2023 AAHA Technician Utilization Guidelines</a></li><li><a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/navc-and-mentorvet-partner-to-provide-veterinary-nursestechnicians-access-to-new-approach-to-mentorship-301942192.html">NAVC and MentorVet Partner To Provide Veterinary Nurses/Technicians Access to New Approach to Mentorship</a></li><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/doc/?id=11647704">What will the future bring to veterinary medicine?</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Walmart Jumps In, NVPU Insights, and Costly Care</title>
      <itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>10</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Walmart Jumps In, NVPU Insights, and Costly Care</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>Dog days of September, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Walmart enters Pet Services</li><li>Gen Z Spent What?!</li><li>Destination Non-Compete</li><li>Live with Liz Hughston</li><li>Conference wrap up</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.natvpu.org/">NATVPU.org</a></li><li><a href="https://veterinaryinnovationcouncil.com/veterinary-innovation-summit/">Join me for a LIVE recording at the Veterinary Innovation Summit</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Dog days of September, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Walmart enters Pet Services</li><li>Gen Z Spent What?!</li><li>Destination Non-Compete</li><li>Live with Liz Hughston</li><li>Conference wrap up</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.natvpu.org/">NATVPU.org</a></li><li><a href="https://veterinaryinnovationcouncil.com/veterinary-innovation-summit/">Join me for a LIVE recording at the Veterinary Innovation Summit</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 26 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/6707155f/f8d453e3.mp3" length="28034077" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>700</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Dog days of September, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Walmart enters Pet Services</li><li>Gen Z Spent What?!</li><li>Destination Non-Compete</li><li>Live with Liz Hughston</li><li>Conference wrap up</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.natvpu.org/">NATVPU.org</a></li><li><a href="https://veterinaryinnovationcouncil.com/veterinary-innovation-summit/">Join me for a LIVE recording at the Veterinary Innovation Summit</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Mars vs. AVMA, Growth in the USA, and Unionization</title>
      <itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>9</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Mars vs. AVMA, Growth in the USA, and Unionization</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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      <link>https://share.transistor.fm/s/d24af27d</link>
      <description>
        <![CDATA[<p>September is rolling, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Veterinary Shortage Grudge Match</li><li>GoodVets’ new partner</li><li>ABC in USA</li><li>Unionization growing</li><li>Veterinary Innovation Summit</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.marsveterinary.com/tackling-the-veterinary-professional-shortage/">Tackling the veterinary professional shortage</a></li><li><a href="https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/avma-veterinarians-1023">AVMA is committed to addressing the industry’s challenges</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/news/proliferation-newly-proposed-veterinary-colleges">A proliferation of newly proposed veterinary colleges</a></li><li><a href="https://veterinaryinnovationcouncil.com/veterinary-innovation-summit/">Join me for a LIVE recording at the Veterinary Innovation Summit</a></li></ul>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>September is rolling, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Veterinary Shortage Grudge Match</li><li>GoodVets’ new partner</li><li>ABC in USA</li><li>Unionization growing</li><li>Veterinary Innovation Summit</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.marsveterinary.com/tackling-the-veterinary-professional-shortage/">Tackling the veterinary professional shortage</a></li><li><a href="https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/avma-veterinarians-1023">AVMA is committed to addressing the industry’s challenges</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/news/proliferation-newly-proposed-veterinary-colleges">A proliferation of newly proposed veterinary colleges</a></li><li><a href="https://veterinaryinnovationcouncil.com/veterinary-innovation-summit/">Join me for a LIVE recording at the Veterinary Innovation Summit</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 19 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/d24af27d/34e7166b.mp3" length="27386546" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>683</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>September is rolling, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Veterinary Shortage Grudge Match</li><li>GoodVets’ new partner</li><li>ABC in USA</li><li>Unionization growing</li><li>Veterinary Innovation Summit</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://www.marsveterinary.com/tackling-the-veterinary-professional-shortage/">Tackling the veterinary professional shortage</a></li><li><a href="https://todaysveterinarybusiness.com/avma-veterinarians-1023">AVMA is committed to addressing the industry’s challenges</a></li><li><a href="https://www.avma.org/news/proliferation-newly-proposed-veterinary-colleges">A proliferation of newly proposed veterinary colleges</a></li><li><a href="https://veterinaryinnovationcouncil.com/veterinary-innovation-summit/">Join me for a LIVE recording at the Veterinary Innovation Summit</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>New Vets, New Support, Consolidator Costs, and CA VCPR</title>
      <itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>8</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>September is in full swing, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Red Raiders are fanning out for clinicals</li><li>Cash coming for Colorado vets</li><li>Consolidator rollercoaster</li><li>Support grows for e-VCPR</li><li>National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>September is in full swing, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Red Raiders are fanning out for clinicals</li><li>Cash coming for Colorado vets</li><li>Consolidator rollercoaster</li><li>Support grows for e-VCPR</li><li>National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>781</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>September is in full swing, what did you miss?</p><ul><li>Red Raiders are fanning out for clinicals</li><li>Cash coming for Colorado vets</li><li>Consolidator rollercoaster</li><li>Support grows for e-VCPR</li><li>National Suicide Prevention Hotline: 988</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Invalid VCPR, Email ERror, Rabies Woes, and AI Collapse</title>
      <itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>7</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Invalid VCPR, Email ERror, Rabies Woes, and AI Collapse</itunes:title>
      <itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to September, what have you missed? </p><ul><li>Non-competes vs. VCPR</li><li>Surprise ER Closure</li><li>Meet Otto</li><li>Vaccinate your dogs</li><li>Room for legume</li><li>Narcan in your cabinet</li><li>AI Collapse</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://academic.oup.com/jas/article/doi/10.1093/jas/skad268/7239847">The impact of protein source and grain inclusion on digestibility, fecal metabolites, and fecal microbiome in adult canines</a></li><li><a href="https://vetmed.illinois.edu/emergency/">University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine’s emergency hotline</a></li><li><a href="https://www.techtarget.com/whatis/feature/Model-collapse-explained-How-synthetic-training-data-breaks-AI?_hsmi=272232146&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8ZmQRxpnKrtaBEvOZGQlo6E8sNOKehDuzS7XcPgXeqV5wBzysb9VHQ866EH2mKig9iIqQghWoOKMgWl4Pwwc4QvQ-nzQ">Model collapse explained: How synthetic training data breaks AI</a></li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to September, what have you missed? </p><ul><li>Non-competes vs. VCPR</li><li>Surprise ER Closure</li><li>Meet Otto</li><li>Vaccinate your dogs</li><li>Room for legume</li><li>Narcan in your cabinet</li><li>AI Collapse</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://academic.oup.com/jas/article/doi/10.1093/jas/skad268/7239847">The impact of protein source and grain inclusion on digestibility, fecal metabolites, and fecal microbiome in adult canines</a></li><li><a href="https://vetmed.illinois.edu/emergency/">University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine’s emergency hotline</a></li><li><a href="https://www.techtarget.com/whatis/feature/Model-collapse-explained-How-synthetic-training-data-breaks-AI?_hsmi=272232146&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8ZmQRxpnKrtaBEvOZGQlo6E8sNOKehDuzS7XcPgXeqV5wBzysb9VHQ866EH2mKig9iIqQghWoOKMgWl4Pwwc4QvQ-nzQ">Model collapse explained: How synthetic training data breaks AI</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 05 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>770</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Welcome to September, what have you missed? </p><ul><li>Non-competes vs. VCPR</li><li>Surprise ER Closure</li><li>Meet Otto</li><li>Vaccinate your dogs</li><li>Room for legume</li><li>Narcan in your cabinet</li><li>AI Collapse</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://academic.oup.com/jas/article/doi/10.1093/jas/skad268/7239847">The impact of protein source and grain inclusion on digestibility, fecal metabolites, and fecal microbiome in adult canines</a></li><li><a href="https://vetmed.illinois.edu/emergency/">University of Illinois College of Veterinary Medicine’s emergency hotline</a></li><li><a href="https://www.techtarget.com/whatis/feature/Model-collapse-explained-How-synthetic-training-data-breaks-AI?_hsmi=272232146&amp;_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8ZmQRxpnKrtaBEvOZGQlo6E8sNOKehDuzS7XcPgXeqV5wBzysb9VHQ866EH2mKig9iIqQghWoOKMgWl4Pwwc4QvQ-nzQ">Model collapse explained: How synthetic training data breaks AI</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>PSL: Pumpkin Spice Lipoma</title>
      <itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>6</podcast:episode>
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        <![CDATA[<p>August might be ending, but we are just getting started!</p><ul><li>Modern moves</li><li>BetterBusiness</li><li>Insurance and Investments</li><li>Boarding Benchmarks</li><li>Famous Foodies</li><li>Sparking a conversations</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/doc/?id=11545511">Does production pay undermine veterinary team well-being?</a></li><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/doc/?id=11653194">How to pay veterinarians: salary, hourly or on production?</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>August might be ending, but we are just getting started!</p><ul><li>Modern moves</li><li>BetterBusiness</li><li>Insurance and Investments</li><li>Boarding Benchmarks</li><li>Famous Foodies</li><li>Sparking a conversations</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/doc/?id=11545511">Does production pay undermine veterinary team well-being?</a></li><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/doc/?id=11653194">How to pay veterinarians: salary, hourly or on production?</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 29 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:duration>673</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>August might be ending, but we are just getting started!</p><ul><li>Modern moves</li><li>BetterBusiness</li><li>Insurance and Investments</li><li>Boarding Benchmarks</li><li>Famous Foodies</li><li>Sparking a conversations</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/doc/?id=11545511">Does production pay undermine veterinary team well-being?</a></li><li><a href="https://news.vin.com/doc/?id=11653194">How to pay veterinarians: salary, hourly or on production?</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Canada, Europe, Africa, and… Arizona?</title>
      <itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>5</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Canada, Europe, Africa, and… Arizona?</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Wild weather across the US, but is vet med wilder?</p><ul><li>O Canada!</li><li>Arizona graduates some new Wildcats</li><li>SYNLAB snapped up</li><li>On your Marks: DEA Compliance</li><li>Go Fetch a good time</li><li>Apple a Day keeps the Elephant away</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://antelligence-public.s3.amazonaws.com/Foundations_VIII_Intro_to_Animal_Health_Training_Overview.pdf">Foundations Training Program this October by Antelligence</a></li><li><a href="https://event.dvm360.com/event/02c29740-1757-4072-b396-79e536242af3/websitePage:508bbb6f-4b6b-4d8c-9491-70ae5208c1af">Join dvm360’s® Fetch Kansas City BLOCK PARTY at Bar K’s</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/fabiola-quesada-b0098479_iphonewatch-wildlifeconservation-anesthesiamonitoring-activity-7097192008292671488-J7pV?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop">Monitoring Anesthesia in Elephants by Dr. Fabiola Quesada</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Wild weather across the US, but is vet med wilder?</p><ul><li>O Canada!</li><li>Arizona graduates some new Wildcats</li><li>SYNLAB snapped up</li><li>On your Marks: DEA Compliance</li><li>Go Fetch a good time</li><li>Apple a Day keeps the Elephant away</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://antelligence-public.s3.amazonaws.com/Foundations_VIII_Intro_to_Animal_Health_Training_Overview.pdf">Foundations Training Program this October by Antelligence</a></li><li><a href="https://event.dvm360.com/event/02c29740-1757-4072-b396-79e536242af3/websitePage:508bbb6f-4b6b-4d8c-9491-70ae5208c1af">Join dvm360’s® Fetch Kansas City BLOCK PARTY at Bar K’s</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/fabiola-quesada-b0098479_iphonewatch-wildlifeconservation-anesthesiamonitoring-activity-7097192008292671488-J7pV?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop">Monitoring Anesthesia in Elephants by Dr. Fabiola Quesada</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 22 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>563</itunes:duration>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Wild weather across the US, but is vet med wilder?</p><ul><li>O Canada!</li><li>Arizona graduates some new Wildcats</li><li>SYNLAB snapped up</li><li>On your Marks: DEA Compliance</li><li>Go Fetch a good time</li><li>Apple a Day keeps the Elephant away</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://antelligence-public.s3.amazonaws.com/Foundations_VIII_Intro_to_Animal_Health_Training_Overview.pdf">Foundations Training Program this October by Antelligence</a></li><li><a href="https://event.dvm360.com/event/02c29740-1757-4072-b396-79e536242af3/websitePage:508bbb6f-4b6b-4d8c-9491-70ae5208c1af">Join dvm360’s® Fetch Kansas City BLOCK PARTY at Bar K’s</a></li><li><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/fabiola-quesada-b0098479_iphonewatch-wildlifeconservation-anesthesiamonitoring-activity-7097192008292671488-J7pV?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop">Monitoring Anesthesia in Elephants by Dr. Fabiola Quesada</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>Claws, Clause, Paws, and Pause</title>
      <itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>4</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Claws, Clause, Paws, and Pause</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Half way through August, what have you missed?</p><ul><li>Non-competes aren’t two by two at Noah’s Animal Hospital</li><li>PTO no shows</li><li>$350M for Zoetis</li><li>Something for Wag! to shake about</li><li>Mobile vets on the move</li><li>Investing in dog parks</li><li>Physical therapy put on ice</li><li>Google’s ELIXIR</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5c2aec4b1137a6d8849debf1/t/63dfeb935e97540256379c40/1675619227725/February+VC+Magazine_compressed.pdf">Paul Diaz's article in Vet Candy</a></li><li>Blog article: <a href="https://ai.googleblog.com/2023/08/multimodal-medical-ai.html">Multimodal Medical AI</a></li><li>Webinar: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/events/hightechmobilevetcare7090387479341543424/">High Tech Mobile Vet Care by Digitail with Dr. Douglas Cifranick</a></li></ul>]]>
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      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Half way through August, what have you missed?</p><ul><li>Non-competes aren’t two by two at Noah’s Animal Hospital</li><li>PTO no shows</li><li>$350M for Zoetis</li><li>Something for Wag! to shake about</li><li>Mobile vets on the move</li><li>Investing in dog parks</li><li>Physical therapy put on ice</li><li>Google’s ELIXIR</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5c2aec4b1137a6d8849debf1/t/63dfeb935e97540256379c40/1675619227725/February+VC+Magazine_compressed.pdf">Paul Diaz's article in Vet Candy</a></li><li>Blog article: <a href="https://ai.googleblog.com/2023/08/multimodal-medical-ai.html">Multimodal Medical AI</a></li><li>Webinar: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/events/hightechmobilevetcare7090387479341543424/">High Tech Mobile Vet Care by Digitail with Dr. Douglas Cifranick</a></li></ul>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 15 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>914</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Half way through August, what have you missed?</p><ul><li>Non-competes aren’t two by two at Noah’s Animal Hospital</li><li>PTO no shows</li><li>$350M for Zoetis</li><li>Something for Wag! to shake about</li><li>Mobile vets on the move</li><li>Investing in dog parks</li><li>Physical therapy put on ice</li><li>Google’s ELIXIR</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p><p><em>Helpful links:</em></p><ul><li><a href="https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5c2aec4b1137a6d8849debf1/t/63dfeb935e97540256379c40/1675619227725/February+VC+Magazine_compressed.pdf">Paul Diaz's article in Vet Candy</a></li><li>Blog article: <a href="https://ai.googleblog.com/2023/08/multimodal-medical-ai.html">Multimodal Medical AI</a></li><li>Webinar: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/events/hightechmobilevetcare7090387479341543424/">High Tech Mobile Vet Care by Digitail with Dr. Douglas Cifranick</a></li></ul>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>SEC: Shares, Equality, Compassion</title>
      <itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>3</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>SEC: Shares, Equality, Compassion</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>Summer’s still hot, but is vet news hotter?</p><ul><li>“Inspire”ing IPO</li><li>CityVet crosses the Red River</li><li>Insurance is embraced by consolidators</li><li>HelloFresh digs in</li><li>Transparency in food supply</li><li>DEI win</li><li>Heroes in Syracuse</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </description>
      <content:encoded>
        <![CDATA[<p>Summer’s still hot, but is vet news hotter?</p><ul><li>“Inspire”ing IPO</li><li>CityVet crosses the Red River</li><li>Insurance is embraced by consolidators</li><li>HelloFresh digs in</li><li>Transparency in food supply</li><li>DEI win</li><li>Heroes in Syracuse</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </content:encoded>
      <pubDate>Tue, 08 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
      <enclosure url="https://media.transistor.fm/09e75eaa/1f802cae.mp3" length="25583435" type="audio/mpeg"/>
      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
      <itunes:duration>638</itunes:duration>
      <itunes:summary>
        <![CDATA[<p>Summer’s still hot, but is vet news hotter?</p><ul><li>“Inspire”ing IPO</li><li>CityVet crosses the Red River</li><li>Insurance is embraced by consolidators</li><li>HelloFresh digs in</li><li>Transparency in food supply</li><li>DEI win</li><li>Heroes in Syracuse</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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    <item>
      <title>Dollars up, Troubles Down Under, and Barbie everywhere</title>
      <itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>2</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>Dollars up, Troubles Down Under, and Barbie everywhere</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>What’s happening in the veterinary industry to kick off August?</p><ul><li>Numbers</li><li>Big trouble Down Under</li><li>Arkansas State and Mizzou make strides</li><li>CRISPR for the heart</li><li>Fen Vet pulls back the curtain (find the copy of Fen Vet business plan <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/cody-creelman-46b78156_copy-of-fen-vet-business-plan-activity-7088274131082743808-M1fk?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop">here</a>)</li><li>Petfolk and Airvet pull in the investors</li><li>Barbie mania hits the practice</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>What’s happening in the veterinary industry to kick off August?</p><ul><li>Numbers</li><li>Big trouble Down Under</li><li>Arkansas State and Mizzou make strides</li><li>CRISPR for the heart</li><li>Fen Vet pulls back the curtain (find the copy of Fen Vet business plan <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/cody-creelman-46b78156_copy-of-fen-vet-business-plan-activity-7088274131082743808-M1fk?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop">here</a>)</li><li>Petfolk and Airvet pull in the investors</li><li>Barbie mania hits the practice</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 01 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>What’s happening in the veterinary industry to kick off August?</p><ul><li>Numbers</li><li>Big trouble Down Under</li><li>Arkansas State and Mizzou make strides</li><li>CRISPR for the heart</li><li>Fen Vet pulls back the curtain (find the copy of Fen Vet business plan <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/posts/cody-creelman-46b78156_copy-of-fen-vet-business-plan-activity-7088274131082743808-M1fk?utm_source=share&amp;utm_medium=member_desktop">here</a>)</li><li>Petfolk and Airvet pull in the investors</li><li>Barbie mania hits the practice</li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode>
      <podcast:episode>1</podcast:episode>
      <itunes:title>AVMA - Animals, Vaccines, Media, and Acquistions </itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>What’s happening in the veterinary industry for the last week of July? </p><ul><li>AVMA Selects their new President-Elect </li><li>The outgoing President shakes up employee shortage claims </li><li>hound jumps into Relief </li><li>Vet schools are growing but is it fast enough? </li><li>Brief Media’s new name </li><li>Nationwide uses data…for good? </li><li>Store-ception </li><li>ASF Vaccine in Vietnam  </li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>What’s happening in the veterinary industry for the last week of July? </p><ul><li>AVMA Selects their new President-Elect </li><li>The outgoing President shakes up employee shortage claims </li><li>hound jumps into Relief </li><li>Vet schools are growing but is it fast enough? </li><li>Brief Media’s new name </li><li>Nationwide uses data…for good? </li><li>Store-ception </li><li>ASF Vaccine in Vietnam  </li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
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      <pubDate>Tue, 25 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>What’s happening in the veterinary industry for the last week of July? </p><ul><li>AVMA Selects their new President-Elect </li><li>The outgoing President shakes up employee shortage claims </li><li>hound jumps into Relief </li><li>Vet schools are growing but is it fast enough? </li><li>Brief Media’s new name </li><li>Nationwide uses data…for good? </li><li>Store-ception </li><li>ASF Vaccine in Vietnam  </li></ul><p><strong>Subscribe to the Fountain Report weekly newsletter:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz">https://bit.ly/3JTYjRz</a></p>]]>
      </itunes:summary>
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      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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      <title>The Bird Bath - Weekly Veterinary News</title>
      <itunes:title>The Bird Bath - Weekly Veterinary News</itunes:title>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Bird Bath podcast is your weekly oasis for fresh and informative veterinary news. Every Tuesday, Ryan Leech brings you everything from acquisitions to regulations, and outbreaks to breakthroughs from the ever-evolving world of veterinary medicine. Subscribe now to stay in the loop!</p><ul><li>Want to get the latest updates and insights in the veterinary world? Check out <a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">The Bird Bath</a> for quick, interesting news!</li><li>For in-depth articles, interviews, and commentary, subscribe to the newsletter on <a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">Substack</a>.</li></ul>]]>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Bird Bath podcast is your weekly oasis for fresh and informative veterinary news. Every Tuesday, Ryan Leech brings you everything from acquisitions to regulations, and outbreaks to breakthroughs from the ever-evolving world of veterinary medicine. Subscribe now to stay in the loop!</p><ul><li>Want to get the latest updates and insights in the veterinary world? Check out <a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">The Bird Bath</a> for quick, interesting news!</li><li>For in-depth articles, interviews, and commentary, subscribe to the newsletter on <a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">Substack</a>.</li></ul>]]>
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      <pubDate>Thu, 13 Jul 2023 02:13:57 -0400</pubDate>
      <author>The Bird Bath</author>
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      <itunes:author>The Bird Bath</itunes:author>
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        <![CDATA[<p>The Bird Bath podcast is your weekly oasis for fresh and informative veterinary news. Every Tuesday, Ryan Leech brings you everything from acquisitions to regulations, and outbreaks to breakthroughs from the ever-evolving world of veterinary medicine. Subscribe now to stay in the loop!</p><ul><li>Want to get the latest updates and insights in the veterinary world? Check out <a href="https://thebirdbath.io/">The Bird Bath</a> for quick, interesting news!</li><li>For in-depth articles, interviews, and commentary, subscribe to the newsletter on <a href="https://thebirdbathvet.substack.com/">Substack</a>.</li></ul>]]>
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      <itunes:keywords></itunes:keywords>
      <itunes:explicit>No</itunes:explicit>
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