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Episode 36: How and why to include DNA sequencing in feline wellness plans
On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Dr Adam Christman is joined by Kaushalya Kuruppu, DVM, as they discuss the significance of feline genetic testing and how to incorporate it into wellness checks.
Divorce leads to dueling pet owners
Who controls an animal’s care when its owners split up? Things can get nasty, and the veterinarian may be caught in the middle.
Edgar Allen Paw and more wacky pet names of 2020
A Chinese crested dog and a capricious black cat took highest honors in Nationwide’s annual Wackiest Pet Name contest.
Fetch dvm360 kicks off 2021 with new virtual conference
Registration is now available for our February Fetch dvm360 virtual conference.
Talking CBD with your veterinary clients
When pet owners ask, give them answers. And don’t worry—it’s OK to talk with your clients about cannabidiol in companion animals.
Episode 35: Setting—and living—core values in your veterinary practice
In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Dr. Adam Christman talks with Maureen Joseph, chief people officer at GoodVets, about core values and culture in veterinary practices.
dvm360’s top Hospital Design articles of 2020
Check out our top 10 most-viewed hospital design (HD) stories this year.
Techs just wanna have fun
Being a technician is challenging, but a little fun can help get you through those tough days. Find out how these clinics added creativity and fun to their workplace.
The VHMA announces 2020 CVPM recipients
The association awarded 23 veterinary practice management professionals with their Certified Veterinary Practice Manager designation.
How to be more direct with your veterinary clients
Find out how to stop asking closed-ended questions and discover the power of “telling” your clients what their pet needs.
5 ways to promote preventives
Practice manager Bash Halow offers his top tips for selling tick and flea products at your veterinary clinic.
Merck unveils new companion animal and equine business lead
The company has promoted from within to fulfill the role.
AAHA updates veterinary fee reference guide
The American Animal Hospital Association recently updated its Veterinary Fee Reference guide to help practices set up competitive fees and enhance their pricing strategies.
News wrap-up: This week's headlines, plus top holiday pet hazards
Check out this week's top veterinary headlines.
Don’t eat that!: Top 3 pet holiday hazards
With the holiday season in full effect, make sure to educate your clients about the dangers these common festive items can pose to their pets.
Better medicine, better business: Otitis externa
Two options for managing this condition, plus how to decide which plan is best for your veterinary clients.
KC Animal Corridor announces 2020 Iron Paw Award recipient
KC Animal Health Corridor has named the winner of its 2020 Iron Paw Award, which spotlights individuals who advance the veterinary space through dedication, innovation, education, and spreading public awareness.
Up in the air: DOT defines rules about service animals on commercial flights
The new ruling allows air carriers, for the first time, to recognize emotional support animals as pets rather than service animals.
Have fun, will build
Creative elements tie together this Louisiana charmer.
The Association for Veterinary Informatics honors its 2020 award recipient
The AVI recognized the winner of the 2020 Allen W. Hahn Lifetime Achievement award, given only to those who use their informatics knowledge to better the veterinary profession.
The Dilemma: temper, temper!
Should a team member be fired for one isolated incident of physical abuse toward a seemingly aggressive patient during these stressful, unprecedented times?
Malpractice: Are you covered?
Despite the assurances of well-meaning practice owners, associate veterinarians may not be as protected as they think in the event of a lawsuit.
This week on dvm360: New podcast episodes and more veterinary news
A sneak peak at this week’s headlines.
A brighter and more inclusive future for veterinary medicine
The VHMA seeks to promote excellence in the veterinary field by opening the pipeline towards a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive profession.
Study reveals that younger veterinary professionals have higher burnout rates
Results from a recent study found that veterinary team members under age 30 had the highest burnout rates and were less enthusiastic about their jobs.
How to build trust in the emergency setting
Know how to communicate with and comfort clients, especially during critical moments, when you are not the primary veterinarian.
News wrap-up: This week's headlines, plus a new cancer screening test
Check out this week’s top headlines.
Tips for resolving veterinary team conflict
Communication experts Carolyn Shadle, PhD, and John Meyer, PhD, offer useful strategies for diffusing staff conflict at your veterinary practice.
Caring for those who are caring for those
While charged with managing the health of 4-legged patients, veterinarians must also be cognizant of burnout in their 2-legged caregivers when those pets are sick. To do so, we must also care for ourselves.
Hiring new talent: Why soft skills matter
When it comes to hiring new team members at your veterinary practice, you should consider a nice balance of both technical and soft skills. Here’s why, plus how to identify key soft skills.