Donated by:

Indiana Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory at Purdue University

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AAVLD Child's  Rocking Chair x 2 made in 2014

 Description:

Take-apart design for transport or storage AAVLD Logo on back. Constructed of solid Indiana Black Walnut with tough Polyurethane Finish

Donated by:

University of Kentucky Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory

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Stained glass 

 Description:

Stained glass 21 " w x 23" h crafted horse and cat design.

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Donated by:

University of Guelph, Animal Health Laboratory

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"Mini Wonky" Potbelly jewelry box

 Description:

This “Mini Wonky” Potbelly jewelry box was designed and built from a solid block of hardwood by Wood Artist Paul Szewc of Guelph, Ontario, Canada.  We glued 2 blocks together to create one large enough.

Each block is signed by Paul, numbered (he has made 2,000 to date), and dated (first one created in 2005).  Each box is ledgered; your name and country of residence will be recorded in our book of Wonky owners when you purchase one.  So far, they are in 21 countries.

Each box is cut from a solid block of wood, you cannot take a drawer out and put it in another mini wonky because it won’t fit.  They are truly one of a kind.

The knobs are separate pieces of stained wood glued on with a dowel.

The Wonky family current consists of different styles:  Costello, Abbott, Windy, Potbelly, Topheavy and Hula.

The drawers have been flocked and there is leather on the feet to prevent scratching your table or dresser.  The drawers are fully removable.

The box has been finished with sealer and lacquer, thus no care is needed.  It will be handed down through generations.

Uniquely one of a kind – it takes about a day and a half to build each box.

Approx. size is 10-1/2” high x 5” wide feet (7” wide roof) x 3.75” deep roof.

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Donated by:

Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory

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Tooled leather desk set from the King Ranch Saddle Shop in Kingsville, Texas

 Description:

This is a tooled leather desk set from the King Ranch Saddle Shop in Kingsville, Texas.  This ranch style leather desk set is hand-tooled and crafted of genuine leather with a basketweave and floral design.  Items include: 

• Mouse pad: 8"l x 91Ž2”w
• Business card holder: 4"w x 21Ž4”h
• Pencil holder: 4”h
• Desk pad: 23" x 19”

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Donated by:

Kansas State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory

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Kansas City Steak Company gift certificates x 3 each valued at $100.00

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Donated by:

West Virginia State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory

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Donated by:

Iowa State University, Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory

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 Sticks Gallery, custom made, 12 x 12 Wall Plaque

 Description:

Sticks was started by Sarah Grant in 1992. Since then, Sticks has received national acclaim for our distinctive line of furniture, accessories and object art. The company began by designing smaller items such as ornaments and candlesticks, and has evolved to feature larger items such as dining sets, beds and armoires. Each piece is handcrafted within Sticks’ award winning studio in Des Moines, Iowa. All pieces are finely crafted from birch, poplar and driftwood. The pieces are further designed with hand drawn imagery, etched contouring and vibrantly blended paint. Pieces can be embellished with 3-D wood components, metal, leather and fabric. Our line is constantly evolving due to the imagination of our design team and the many talented craft artisans that we employ. Every piece that we produce can be personalized to feature themes, imagery or colors that you or your customers desire.

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Donated by:

USAHA Executive Committee

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 Lap Quilt

 Description:

This handmade quilt, 75" by 60" is a beautiful one-of-a-kind quilt, sure to bring warmth and color to your home. Don’t miss your opportunity to experience the quality craftsmanship of this fine piece.  The quilt was made by Valene King, wife of USAHA President Elect Bruce King. 

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Donated by:

Washington State University, Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory

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 Beautiful Glass Blown Rainbow Trout

 Description:

By award winning Glass Sculptor Kevin Fulton from Bend, Oregon

Kevin specializes in aquatic glass art.  His work is shown at the Seattle Space Needle, Portland Art Museum, and Pope Joy Museum of Art in Albuquerque, NM

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Donated by:

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Assortment of 100 individually wrapped chocolate chip,oatmeal raisin,chocolate chocolate chip,sugar and famous buttercream frosted cut-out cookies.

 Description:

Enjoya delicious and very popular assortment of100 individually wrapped chocolate chip,oatmeal raisin,chocolate chocolate chip,sugar and famous buttercream frosted cut-out cookies.

Purchaser:

Donated by:

California Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory System School of Veterinary Medicine University of California

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Professionally framed print of a local California winery, Amador Cellars,

two bottles of their award-winning Amador County wine

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Donated by:

Colorado State University

Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratories

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Coasters and a Picture

 Description:

Coasters and pictures are 4 sandstone type coasters and a wood box with a carved deer on the front made by Randy West from Windsor CO, near fort Collins

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Donated by:

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NASCAR Racing Experience gift voucher

 Description:

The gift voucher may be redeemed at one of numerous racetracks throughout the country for either a NASCAR Racing Experience or a Mario Andretti Racing Experience (Indy cars).  The voucher is good for two years and non-refundable.

Participating NASCAR Race Tracks include:

Atlanta Motor Speedway (GA)

Auto Club Speedway (Fontana, CA)

Charlotte Motor Speedway (NC)

Chicagoland Speedway (IL)

Homestead Miami Speedway (FL)

Kentucky Motor Speedway (Sparta, KY)

New Hampshire Motor Speedway (Loudon, NH)

Phoenix International Raceway (AZ)

Richmond International Raceway (VA)

Talladega Superspeedway (AL)

Texas Motor Speedway

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Donated by:

NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY

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"Hand blown Vase"

 Description:

“Prairie Horizons” hand blown vase by Jon Offut, award winning Fargo, ND glass blower.  This vase captures the shapes, the colors, and the light of the plains.

Purchaser:

Donated by:

Dr. Barbara Martin

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"Pendant"

 Description:

Custom made pendant made by Scott Sorem, one of the designers at Ames Silversmithing.  The pendant centers on a very fine quality pietersite cabochon and is a one of a kind sterling silver creation.  It’s finished with a 20” sterling silver snake chain from the silver factories of Italy.

Purchaser:

Donated by:

Wyoming State Veterinary Laboratory

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"Middle Eastern Knife"

 Description:

Hamas scarf and Palestinian flag  The blade is of Damascus steel.  This historic steel has a wonderful organic pattern, reminiscent of flowing water. These blades are tough and resistant to shatter, and keep a sharp edge. 

Purchaser:

Donated by:

California Animal Health and Food Safety Laboratory System

School of Veterinary Medicine

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"Fused glass piece"

 Description:

fused glass piece that is about 16.5 x 17.5 inches

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Donated by:

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"Lake House, One week stay"

 Description:

Updated 1930 ' s lake front cabin on Missouri's Lake of the Ozarks!  125 miles of navigable water with 1,200 miles of shoreline. Great fishing, boating, swimming and relaxing. Travel to restaurants,  night clubs and other hot spots by boat. One week stay, schedule in advance.

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"Craft Beer Lover’s Gift Pack – Founders Brewing Co., Grand Rapids, MI"

 Description:

Craft beer lovers rejoice! Michigan is becoming as well-known for its great craft breweries as it is for the great lakes. This gift bag comes to you from Founders Brewing Co. in Grand Rapids, MI. It includes a Founders Brewing tote bag, two t-shirts (his and hers), two hats, two pint glasses, two buttons, two bumper stickers, and two bottle-opener key chains. Oh, and did we mention a six-pack of beer? (Note: the beer is traveling separately to Kansas City and is not pictured here.)

For more on Founders, check them out online: http://foundersbrewing.com/. You can find their brews in many states, but not quite nationwide. See if it’s available in your area:  http://foundersbrewing.com/find-our-beer/ .

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McKenzie Pure Potstill Whiskey, McKenzie Bourbon Whiskey, McKenzie Rye Whiskey

Gift basket includes all three whiskeys, 4 Finger Lakes Distillery etched glasses, and a flask!

McKenzie Pure Potstill Whiskey is an Irish-style whiskey – soft, smooth and easy drinking; a combination of locally-grown unmalted barley and malted barley. The whiskey is aged in used bourbon and rye barrels. Master Distiller Thomas Earl says: “Our Potstill Whiskey is a richer version of the commercial Irish whiskies on the market. It’s full of flavor, but smooth as silk stockings.”

McKenzie Bourbon Whiskey is a very rich bourbon with just enough rye spice to complement the subtle sweetness. A local variety of corn makes 70% of the mash bill. Aged in new charred barrels and finished in local chardonnay casks gives the bourbon a round, buttery finish. Master Distiller Thomas Earl says: “Some folks think you can only make bourbon in Kentucky. Bull. We went way back for this bourbon, aging it at a lower proof for that good old fashioned bourbon flavor.”

McKenzie Rye Whiskey is made from local rye grain and is distilled using old-time techniques. The whiskey is aged in new charred oak casks and finished in sherry barrels from local wineries. The sherry balances the spiciness of the rye and also gives a nod to the wine region where this whiskey is produced. Master Distiller Thomas Earl says: “A fine, old fashioned rye: spicy and full of character. See what ya’ll think, I ain’t feelin’ too poetic today.”

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Donated by:

Mississippi State University, College of Veterinary Medicine-MVRDL.

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 "Vallagret Cheese, Edam Cheese, Jalapeno Chesse and Muscadine Juice."

3 lb. ball of Edam cheese; 2 lb. block of Cheddar cheese; 20 oz.. crock of Cheddar Spread; 2 lb. block of Jalapeno Pepper cheese and 4 25 oz. bottles of Muscadine Juice.

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Donated by:

Unknown donator

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 "Candle display holder"

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Donated by:

Executive Committee "President" Dr. Cat Barr

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 "Presidents Executive Circle"

 Join the Presidents for the night! Dr. Catherine Barr, President and Dr. Francois Elvinger, President Elect. Presidents dinner and General Meeting Sunday night.

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Donated by:

University of Minnesota

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 "Minnesota Lake Cabin Stay" 5 day/4 nights

Escape to the serenity of lake and country living.

Purchaser:

Donated by:

Oregon State University Veterinary Diagnostic Lab

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A Taste of Oregon “Brew Basket”

From the craft beer capital of the US, this “brew basket” contains a dozen, 22 ounce bottles showcasing Oregon’s bounty.  Eight bottles of award winning craft beer and 4 bottles of premium hard cider, as well as snacks produced in Oregon.

Oregon has the rain, hops and barley allowing brewers across the state to create some of the world’s best craft beer. Enjoy!

Purchaser:

Donated by:

College of Veterinary Medicine

University of Missouri

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 "Square utility stool"

A square utility stool in style of Union Shaker Village, made by Dr. Youngquist, the retired Associate Dean for Academic Affairs of MU, CVM; a box truffle and a box sugar-free candy by the Candy Factory of Columbia, MO.

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AAVLD Foundation Auction

President Reception

Friday, October 17, 2014

Kansas City, MO.

Recognition

Thanks to ALL OF YOU who continually support the AAVLD Foundation Auction and make it a huge success each year. This year the auction will again be one of the highlights of the annual AAVLD meeting.  Enjoy the fun of a real auction with professional auctioneers.

The mission of the AAVLD Foundation:

·   Recruit future veterinary diagnosticians

·   Educate and retain the next generation of veterinary diagnosticians

·   Reward excellence in veterinary diagnostic medicine

Please support the AAVLD Foundation by donating an item(s) from your laboratory.

Foundation accomplishments:

A primary focus of the Foundation in recent years has been to provide travel funding to increase the number of students (DVM and post-DVM graduate students), as well as laboratory technicians that attend and make presentations at our annual meeting as a way to increase long term involvement with AAVLD.

2014 Highlights

·   AAVLD increased the number of $1,500 travel awards in 2014 from twelve to eighteen. New this year is a travel award focused on laboratory technicians, which was incredibly well received. In 2014 AAVLD awarded 12 graduate student trainee travel awards (10 different institutions), and 6 laboratory staff travel awards (6 different institutions). 

·   CPCVM total funding has increased 50% again (from $4,000 to $6,000) to increase number of DVM students attending the meeting. 

Recent AAVLD Foundation Sponsored Travel Awards :

·   2013 - 12 graduate student awards and 24 DVM student awards to San Diego

·   2012 - 10 graduate student awards and 11 DVM student awards

·   2011 - 11 graduate student awards and 6 DVM student awards

·   2010 - 9 graduate student awards

·   2009 - 7 graduate student awards

How to participate:

•  Donate an item(s) of at least $50 value

Email Reda Ozuna at the AAVLD Secretary-Treasurer’s office -[email protected]and include:

• name of item(s)
• picture of item(s) (PDF or JPEG format)
• value of donation for bidding purposes

Ship item(s) directly to the hotel to arrive between

   October 14-16, 2014

Donation Suggestions:

•  Hand-made Items

•  Art

•  Gift Certificates

•  Adventure, Travel, Spa packages

• Gift Baskets

Shipping Address:

AAVLD Meeting Attn: Reda Ozuna

                c/o:             Crown Center Sheraton Hotel

                                1 E. Pershing Road

                                Kansas City, MO.

                                816-841-1000

AAVLD Foundation Committee:

Tim Baszler (Chair)

Pat Blanchard                                 Paige Carmichael

Robert J. Eckroade                          Lenn Harrison

Sharon K. Hietala                            Randall A. Lovell

Terry McElwain                               Gavin Meerdink

Donal O'Toole                                 Louis L. Pittman, Jr.

Barbara E. Powers                          Carlos Reggiardo

H. Leon Thacker                              David Henry Zeman

Let’s all participate to support YOUR AAVLD Foundation who

support our next generation!