Choosing the right job
Theresa Cosper-Roberts, RVT, CVPM, ACE(DE), CVBL, offers advice for veterinary technicians looking for a job
Reviving the Dream: Considerations for Practice Ownership
There are several pathways to practice ownership for veterinarians, each offering unique benefits regarding autonomy, financial growth, and the owner’s vision for the practice.
3 must-see videos on cardiology
In these videos, heart disease experts share insights about different aspects of cardiac care.
Updates in management of urinary tract infections in small animal medicine
Veterinarians should become familiar with new definitions and recommendations for managing urinary tract infections in dogs and cats to promote antimicrobial stewardship.
Pet food preferences and transitioning advice
Vicky Ograin, MBA, RVT, VTS, explained the types of foods that appeal to pets and offered tips for making food more palatable to these animals in a Fetch dvm360 Conference lecture
Why technicians should know employment law
Andrea Pace, CVT, VTS (ECC), explained why veterinary professionals should know basic employment laws, and discussed misconceptions, addressing concerns in an interview at the recent Fetch dvm360 Conference
Looking at canine osteoarthritis through COAST
The current state of canine osteoarthritis management, and early diagnosis with COAST, were covered during a lecture at the Fetch dvm360 Conference in Atlantic City
Nutritional factors to consider for aging patients
Danielle Conway, DVM, CVA, VSMT, CCRP, offered recommendations for veterinarians assessing the nutritional requirements of older feline and canine patients in her lecture at the Fetch dvm360 Conference
Comparing common tick treatments vs lone star ticks
Lone star ticks, and the most effective preventatives, were covered during a session at the Fetch dvm360 Conference in Atlantic City.
Common food allergens in cats and dogs
Julia E. Miller, DVM, DACVD discussed top food allergens in pets, as well as more uncommon allergens
Recognizing dystocia and the need for emergency surgery
Andrea Pace, CVT, VTS (ECC), discussed clinical signs of dystocia in the emergency room in a post-session interview with dvm360.
Celebrating veterinary technicians
Credentialed professionals share what makes them feel appreciated in their role and talk about National Veterinary Technician Week
Diagnosing and treating canine struvite uroliths
Common canine uroliths, including struvite, were covered during a session at the Fetch dvm360 Conference in Atlantic City
Veterinary education for technicians
Jessica Summers, CVT, a practice manager in New Jersey, discussed certification from her perspective as an employer, in a dvm360 interview.
Why conversations become emotional and how to approach them
Bash Halow, LVT, CVPM, explains the root of emotionally charged conversations in the clinic, and how he approaches them
Emergency surgery for gastric dilatation volvulus
Methods for dealing with GDV, from triage through the initial recovery period, were discussed during a session at the Fetch dvm360 Conference in Atlantic City.
Malnutrition in critical patients: Guidelines for veterinary technicians
Walter L Brown Jr, BS, RVTg, VTS (ECC), discussed monitoring critical care patients, their nutrient requirements, and how to calculate RER in his lecture at the Fetch dvm360 Conference in Atlantic City
Identifying common parasitic mites
Diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of some common parasitic mites were covered in a session at the Fetch dvm360 Conference in Atlantic City
Ensuring a beneficial bath time
Combined with topical therapies, canine dermatological conditions can benefit from a relaxed, routine regimen
Neurogenic vs overflow incontinence
Natalie Marks, DVM, CVJ, CCFP, Elite FFCP-V, talks about 2 of the most common forms of incontinence
Calmly handling emergency patients
Seven key points for handling emergency situations with skill and confidence were covered in the day 3 keynote at the Fetch dvm360 Conference in Atlantic City.
A challenge for veterinary technicians
Michael Azzarello, MBA, CVT, LVT, president of New Jersey Veterinary Technicians and Assistants, talks about licensure for these professionals.
Planning for ventilation with general anesthesia
Tasha McNerney, BS, CVT, CVPP, VTS (Anesthesia), discussed her lecture on mechanical ventilation for cases in general anesthesia in a dvm360 interview.
Treatment options for feline patients with diabetes
Renee Rucinsky, DVM, DABVP, discussed insulin therapy and SGLT2 inhibitors in her lecture at the Fetch dvm360 conference in Atlantic City
Are grain-free diets becoming more common?
Information and opinions about the current state of grain-free pet diets were covered during a session at the Fetch dvm360 Conference in Atlantic City
Utilizing food therapy as a holistic approach
A certified food therapist discussed holistic advantages to certain diets during a lecture at the 2024 Fetch Coastal conference.
Strategies for successful diet trials
Julia Miller, DVM, DACVD, shares some of her biggest diet trial tips to help make tricky diet trials easier for all
Life lessons from dogs
Dogs are so much more than pets; what can they teach us about life?
Preventing burnout at the organizational level
Strategies that practices can implement to prevent veterinary burnout were discussed during a session at the 2024 Fetch dvm360 conference in Atlantic City
3 things to remember during emotionally charged conversations
Bash Halow, LVT, CVPM, lists the 3 most important things to keep in mind during emotional conversations with clients