WCVM PAC

Veterinary Students of the Western College of Veterinary Medicine training to one day practice production animal medicine!

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Guardians of the Grasslands, produced by the Nature Conservancy of Canada, Ducks Unlimited Canada and the Canadian Cattlemen's Association, highlights the role cattle play in the survival of the endangered Great Plains grasslands.
Check out the trailer!
https://t.co/N6IoU8dzPZ

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All in all the trip was a huge success! Thank you to all the PAC executive members who have spent the past couple months planning every detail!
Lastly thank you to the SVMA for sponsoring the trip!

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#PACtrip2019 ended with a bang, a very cold bang!
The PAC headed to Bonnyville Veterinary Clinic and were shown the ropes by Dr. Greg Benoit.
Our members got hands on experience using Ultrasonagraphy to preg check 120 cows, and even got the chance to dehorn a few!
#cowvet

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Day 2 of #PACtrip2019 ended with a trip to #farmfair
Thank you to Dr. Roy Lewis for the behind the scenes tour

But If you ask secretary/treasurer @linds_monea the ducks were the real highlight of the event!

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Braving the icy Albertan roads yesterday was worth it!
Thank you to the following clinics and operations for your hospitality!

Barr-North Veterinary Services Ltd.
Westlock Veterinary Center and Auction Mart
Central Veterinary clinic
A&W Chicken farms ltd.
Stamm Dairy

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Day 2 of PAC trip 2019
Had an amazing experience at the Alberta Bison Ranch
Thanks to Neil Hochstein a lucky few members had the chance to get up close and personal with these majestic creatures
#PACtrip2019 #bison
#studentsofwcvsa

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The PAC is on the move!
Our first stop was in Provost Alberta where we visited Border Veterinary Clinic
Thank you to Dr. Ian Goodbrand for rolling out the #welcomewagon and for answering our many questions!

Thank you to the SVMA for kindly sponsoring our trip!

#PACtrip2019

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A few of our PAC members got their hands dirty yesterday during this years first dehorning lab!
If you missed out on this lab don't worry we have lots of opportunities for hands on experience planned throughout the year!

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Today is the first day to order your PAC merch!
Offered for a limited time so get it while its hot!
Find us in the Buff today until friday from 12:30-1:20
Accepting cash, cheque and etransfers!

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Welcome to our new exec members!
From left to right we have Victoria Wallace (Jr. PR), Brandi Bakken (AABP delegate), and Michelle Streeter (first year rep)

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President Courtney wants to see YOU at our fall AGM!
Today at 12:30, in room 2302, we will be discussing upcoming events, and will be electing a Jr. PR rep (2022), an AABP delegate-elect (2022), and a first year rep (2023).
Come for the chance to win a sweet PAC mug!

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Today is the last day of club days! So, if you haven't already, come find us in the Buff today at lunch with $10 to sign up! And remember to follow us on instagram (@wcvm_pac) and like us on facebook!

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It's that time of the year again! Club days are upon us! You know the drill, find us at lunch tomorrow with $10 and join for access to lunch talks, labs, trips, and more! Not to mention all the free bbq! Also follow us on instagram and facebook for the chance to win a sweet Mug!

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Yesterday at our spring AGM we welcomed 8 new members to our executive team!
Thank you to our 3rd year members including former president Grayson Ross, goodluck in 4th year rotations!
Congratulations to our new Madam President Courtney Orsen and Vice President Maddy Knodel

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#cdnangus

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What is sustainable beef? Find out in this video from yesterdays webinar by Monica Hadarits from the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef.
https://t.co/0oCMu7ksxI
@csrb_beef Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef
#sustainability #nativeprairie #PrairiesGotTheGoods

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Balance forage supply and demand, graze during proper season of use, allow plants to rest, and manage for uniform livestock distribution are the four main principles of grazing management. Learn more from our infographic (references are in the link): https://t.co/jCJC5u12M4

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These girls did a great job serving up some all #canadianbeef today at our annual BBQ!! Paired with some beautiful spring barbecue weather #finallyspring #sunshine #canadianag

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Interesting @CornellUnivers study on how #dairy farmers can reduce nutrient runoff and improve feeding efficiency. Dairy is #sustainable -- as a business, and as a steward. @cornelldairy @SmallFarmsProg https://t.co/dSl7n9lCFq

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PAC members toured the @LFCE_usask facility this week! Incredible facilities and research taking place here that will provide valuable #beefindustry information! #usask #CanadianAg #beefresearch #futureveterinarians