b'realitysoundbites.AAVMC Supports LGBTQ Veterinary Community TheAmericanAssociationofVeterinaryMedicalColleges The mission of the PrideVMC is to create a better world for(AAVMC) has signed on to the Gender Identity Bill of Rights the LGBTQ+ veterinary community. The statement was created(GIBOR) in support of the veterinary profession. GIBOR is an to provide guidance on how the veterinary profession should con-initiativeofthePrideVeterinaryMedicalCommunity duct itself regarding gender diversity. The statement is intended(PrideVMC). Diversity is a core value as a guiding principle for human rightsfor the AAVMC and this action demon- withinabroadercontextoftreatingstrates support aligned with our guiding every human being with decency andprinciples. respect.In 1977, eight years following the ImdelightedthatAAVMChasworld-renownedStonewallriotsin taken the important step of signing theGreenwichVillage,NewYork,several GenderIdentityBillofRights.gay veterinarians met at a dinner party Recognizing the fundamental rights toduringtheAmericanVeterinary be who you are and to be free from dis-Medical Association (AVMA convention in Atlanta. They agreed crimination and marginalization are essential if we are all to livetoplaceanadin TheAdvocate,thenationalgaymagazine, up to the goal of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, saysannouncingthefirstgatheringoftheAssociationforGay Dr.LisaM.Greenhill,ChiefDiversityOfficer,andSeniorVeterinarians (AG Vets) to be held in Las Vegas during the 1978 Director for Institutional Research.AVMA convention. For more information, visit www.PrideVMC.orgHumane Society of Greater MiamiIn January, the Board of Directors of the Humane Societyof Greater Miami announced Jossie Aguirre as their new ExecutiveDirector. Since taking the role of Interim Executive Director inMarch of 2022,Aguirres hands-on approach and commitment tothe animals has re-energized the staffs.In her prior role with the organization as the Director ofFollow That Truck! Marketing and Special Events, Aguirre dedicated her time to pro-viding a voice for every dog and cat that entered the shelter in needHusband and wife team Anne and Ramon Rollins of a forever family. Withlaunched their food truck that caters to dogs in 2021. The over 20 years in market-Good Dog Treat Truck travels to dog-friendly events, mar- ing, event and non-profitkets and special events across experience, Aguirrethe state. They cover worked hard to createCentral Florida and the new events and buildTampa Bay area offer- partnerships, helpinging limited ingredient spread the organizationstreats that come boxed or mission further. She usedbagged, and beautifully decorated her expertise to revolu-doggie cakes for birthday or Gotcha Day parties. tionize the way the shel-If youd like the Good Dog Treat Truck to ter promotes and advo-come to your special event, give Anne or Ramon cates for adoptions,a call at 321.BEG.6949 or send them an email: spay/neuter, and the humane treatment of all animals. Aguirre,Hello@GoodDogTreatTruck.com (Tell them shown here with Milano, enjoys one of her favorite magazines.The New Barker told you to follow that truck!) www.HumaneSocietyMiami.org14THE NEW BARKER www.TheNewBarker.com'