AAFP Newsletter

CatVets.com March 2010

Here is what we are Meowing about this Month

Sunny San Diego will be a wonderful "Spring Break" for East Coast folks digging out from under all of the February snow. Follow links below for information on what to do, where to go, and how to get there. You can still register on line - conference registration or if you are a procrastinator you can still attend just register at the door.

Did you receive the first issue of our new on line news magazine, "The Scratching Post"? Members can login to the Dashboard and view the inaugural and all future issues. This e-magazine replaces our print newsletter. It will be published every other month in 2010. The cover of the magazine will arrive in your email in-box with links to full length articles which you can print or read on line.

email Dr. Deb Givin

San Diego Tourism information

3rd Conference Fun Run/Walk

Feline Practitioners will be hosting their third conference Fun Run/Walk. Please join other colleagues by enjoying a leisurely 5K run or walk in beautiful San Diego.

This run or walk will be just what you need to relieve some stress, stretch your legs and get out of the hotel for some fresh air. It will be held on Sunday, March 14th and check-in will be from 5:00 - 5:30 pm.

2010 Research Grant Recipient Named

Dr. Lisa M. Freeman

Department of Clinical Sciences
Tufts Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine

"Nutrient-Gene Interactions in Feline Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy"

Call for Nominations - 2011 Board

The Nominations Task Force of the Leadership Development Committee is seeking nominations for the 2011 Board of Directors.

Three Director positions and the position of President-Elect will be open for election.

These terms will begin on January 1, 2011. Directors serve a two-year term; the President-Elect serves for one year and becomes President the following year.

This is your opportunity to help mold the future of the AAFP!

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