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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.

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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.

Knowing your triggers is the first step. Bridget Rollins, EMBA, shares how to get from heated to productive conversations that build trust instead of tension.

A survey of 900 older adults who live alone found that pet owners reported better emotional wellbeing, less stress, and more physical activity. Dog owners reported the most activity.

A technician’s approach to veterinary trauma

dvm360's Australian correspondent Phil Tucak, BSc, BVMS, reports on the success of the new membership model at the Australian Veterinary Association, and reforms to the veterinary regulatory framework in New South Wales.

A new cost analysis finds that matching relapsed lymphoma treatment to a personalized drug-response test was associated with longer disease control and a lower estimated daily treatment cost in dogs.

Following World Rabies Day and a CDC health advisory about a 17% rise in exposure-related calls, an expert explains what the increase means, what people should do after an animal bite or scratch, and how clinicians should assess risk and administer PEP.

One lot of 0.9% sodium chloride injection may contain bags of concentrated potassium chloride, a mix-up the manufacturer says could cause serious or fatal adverse events.

Accidental ingestion, not a drug defect, is behind the increase in calls, according to Pet Poison Helpline.

Steve Mehler, DVM, DACVS, explains how ScafiGen, a 3D structural hydrogel, conforms to irregular wounds and makes at-home care easier for owners, with case examples in dogs, cats, and horses.

UC Davis veterinarians used 3 titanium miniplates and 16 screws to repair fractures of the skull, orbit, and midface in a 5-year-old dog named Tessa.

Knowing your triggers is the first step. Bridget Rollins, EMBA, shares how to move from heated to productive conversations that build trust rather than tension.

FDA testing found 5 fungal species, including one known for antifungal resistance, in Neogen Vet HYCOAT, a product labeled as sterile.

New leadership moves, recognition, and achievement.

Although human rabies cases remain rare, reported exposures have gone up. A longtime public health microbiologist explains what's driving the increase and how veterinarians can help clients respond.

Continuing Education on-demand anytime, anywhere, plus some upcoming live opportunities.

A pair of littermates with long limbs, lens luxation, and aortic root dilation carried a variant in FBN1, the same gene that causes the disorder in humans.

A small, spotted cat from Bolivia's cloud forests, first kept as a pet by someone who thought it was a house cat, has been confirmed as a species new to science.

We all get the same 24 hours, whether you are a new graduate drowning in student debt, a technician working a double, or Ariana Grande on tour.

The British Association of Veterinary Ophthalmologists says more than 200 cases of sudden bilateral keratoconjunctivitis sicca have been reported, including dogs that did not eat the company’s food, and is urging veterinarians to report cases as the investigation continues.

A new online hub offers quick tips, client handouts, and practical guides to help veterinary teams both make clinic visits easier on cats and get more in for routine care.

Despite growth in enrollment, fewer than 5% of US dogs and cats are insured, while rising veterinary costs are increasingly affecting treatment decisions and access to recommended care.

A survey of more than 26,000 adults in 14 countries found that many people are open to adopting a pet but hold back because of what they don't know about the animal's past.