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AB 1999 changes how veterinarians establish the veterinarian-client-patient relationship, creates new pathways for shelter and volunteer work, and limits surgeries performed by animal owners.

A conversation on how adjusting body positioning and building physical strength can help veterinary professionals manage the physical demands of patient care and reduce injury risk.

An open-source, low-cost sensor developed by Colorado State University and US Forest Service researchers pairs air-quality readings with GPS and physiological data to reveal how wildfire smoke affects free-ranging animals.

A month-by-month guide to regional, specialty, and international meetings with CE opportunities for veterinary professionals before the year ends.

The latest updates relating to animal care establishments and platforms.

Two herds tested positive after cattle showed signs of illness, marking the state’s first confirmed livestock cases.

Big business has tilted the balance in the American veterinary industry, as resources and economies of scale turn corporate chains into powerful foes for hospitals set on remaining independent.

Average veterinary school debt reached a record high for the class of 2026, while inflation-adjusted starting compensation fell further behind income across the profession.

Scripts for confident client conversations

A law that took effect October 1 bars the state veterinary board from taking certain disciplinary actions against veterinarians solely for discussing or recommending cannabis or CBD products for animals.

A new double-scored tablet lets veterinarians dose firocoxib in quarter-tablet increments, extending the NSAID to dogs as small as 7 lb.

Many clients turn to supplements to support their pets' health. Understanding the difference between support and treatment helps veterinary teams keep these conversations focused on the patient's needs.

Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, and Jennifer Edwards, DVM, PCC, CPC, ELI-MP, examine why veterinary work can take such a physical toll and what professionals can do to build strength, reduce injury risk, and stay in the profession longer.

An investigational CBD-THC oral solution for dogs with bone cancer pain is now eligible to pursue an FDA route that could bring it to market before full approval.

A 7-year-old Belgian Malinois recovered after her veterinary team used the extracorporeal therapy to clear the drug from her bloodstream.

A report of 100 cat food products from 62 brands found heavy metals, an herbicide, and plastic-related chemicals across the products, with higher mercury levels in fish-based foods and higher lead levels in dry foods.

Craig A. Clifford, DVM, MS, DACVIM (Oncology), explains how to recognize feline lymphoma, and covers the newer tools that may help one of oncology's most overlooked patients.

The live, engineered probiotic product is designed to reduce deaths from a costly intestinal disease in broiler chickens and offers producers an option beyond antibiotics.

The veterinary teaching hospital will offer 5 internship positions for the 2027-28 academic year, with applications opening November 1

A new study found 83.7% of veterinary professionals now use artificial intelligence, with practices that have a clear strategy, governance, and redesigned workflows reporting the biggest boost in business outcomes.

Researchers using the same Dog Aging Project data found substantially lower rates of aggression, fear, and separation-related behavior, but say the true prevalence remains uncertain.

In an interview with dvm360 at the 2026 Fetch National Harbor Veterinary Conference, a veterinary oncologist and a veterinary social worker explained how the role supports owners and staff through a difficult patient diagnosis, treatment, and end-of-life care.

A poodle mix pulled from a hoarding case had a minimally invasive procedure for patent ductus arteriosus at Washington State University. The veterinary pathologist who fostered him then adopted him.

A virus spread by tiny biting midges is suspected in more than 1,800 deer deaths in southeastern Wisconsin, and has now been detected in a dairy herd.

Fifteen second-year veterinary students will each receive $20,000, along with mentorship and leadership training that continues after graduation.

Alyssa Mages, BS, CVT, FVTE, shares guidance on assessing emergency patients, communicating with distressed clients, and establishing a team-based triage process.

Here are this week's headlines.

Pyometra is a common and serious illness in adult intact dogs and cats. Because a patient experiencing pyometra may deteriorate rapidly, this condition requires emergency intervention.

The latest products and innovative technology in veterinary medicine.

The Positive Preventive Veterinary Experience Protocol approach combines environmental changes, pain-reduction techniques, sensory distraction, and positive reinforcement to make preventive visits less stressful for pets and their owners.

Acute diarrhea is a daily reality in general practice—and a stressful one for pet owners.