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This week on dvm360: The second episode of dvm360 Live!™ airs tomorrow, plus more veterinary news
Here is a sneak peek at this week’s headlines
IGNITE debuts CSR Training for Specialty & Emergency Veterinary Hospitals
First-of-its kind comprehensive front desk training program designed for new and established CSRs alike in emergency or specialty practices
Stronger Together
A letter from Adam Christman, DVM, MBA.
Veterinary scene Down Under: Koala research, plus sustainable pet products and more
dvm360’s Australian correspondent reports on the veterinary ecologists working to improve the health of koalas and on a veterinarian driving change by rethinking and redesigning everyday pet products.
The parasitic danger of dog parks and doggy day care
The panel discusses the results of the DOGPARCS study and its implications for parasitic dangers at dog parks and doggy day care
Upcoming dvm360®webinars for May 2022
Check out what CE webinars dvm360® will be hosting this month
Novel plant-based drug now available for the treatment of chemotherapy-induced diarrhea in dogs
Jaguar Animal Health’s crofelemer product has conditional approval from the FDA
3 Common respiratory emergencies
In this interview at the Fetch dvm360® conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, Kenichiro Yagi, RVT, VTS (ECC), VTS (SAIM), MS, outlined 3 respiratory emergencies and their characteristics.
Relief Rover announces the second annual clinic to 5K virtual race supporting veterinary wellness
A portion of the proceeds from the race will go to PrideVMC, an organization that promotes inclusivity and community by creating a better world for the LQBTQ+ veterinary community
Petco and Backcountry collaborate to offer outdoor pet gear collection
Line includes dog supplies, apparel, toys, and travel gear designed to ensure pets remain safe and healthy while engaging in outdoor activities
360 Parasite protection—a discussion of lowering risk of parasites in dogs and their parents
As vector-borne parasitic diseases are on the rise, a panel of clinicians explores the latest parasitic trends and preventive strategies.
Practice management software: is your head in the clouds?
If you’re planning a change in technology, do your due diligence and compare programs you’re interested in with your current system
World Veterinary Day 2022 recognizes veterinary resilience
World Veterinary Day 2022 is Saturday, April 30th and this year’s theme is “strengthening veterinary resilience”
The 80 year-old man
How a cowboy with cancer and his horse with a leg injury made me realize why I became a vet
Using mandibular thickness measurements to predict dental disorders in alpacas
Research reveals connection of mandibular thickness with specific risk factors in alpacas, including age, gender, and dental disorders and further implications
Initiative raises awareness of dangers lilies pose to cats
With Mother’s Day approaching, Pet Poison Helpline is warning cat owners of the toxicity of lilies to felines
News wrap-up: This week’s veterinary headlines, plus Texas Tech opens Texas' first veterinary college in over a century
Check out this week’s highlights.
Why veterinary technicians will never be called nurses with Liz Hughston
In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, the topic of veterinary technician licensure is explored with Liz Hughston MEd, RVT, CVT, LVT, LMVT, VTS (SAIM) (ECC)
Treating potential autoimmune diseases affecting the skin
In a dvm360® interview, Julia Miller, DVM, shared treatment approaches for when a pet is suspected to have an autoimmune disease, but a biopsy isn’t feasible.
Pets Best Insurance reaches its 500,000th pet insured milestone
This pet insurance company just insured its 500,000th pet with hopes to grant more access to animal healthcare
3 signs to of a toxic work environment
In this dvm360® interview, the vice president of operations at Thrive Pet Healthcare outlines indications of a toxic environment at the veterinary clinic to bear in mind.
Animal Dermatology Group acquires Austin Veterinary Dermatology & Allergy
This marks the company’s second Austin-area acquisition in the past year
Building resilience: how to be your best self in veterinary medicine
James Barr, DVM, DACVECC, chief medical officer for BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital, shares strategies for building the inner strength needed to maintain high performance and wellbeing.
Chronic vomiting in cats
In an interview at the Fetch dvm360® conference in Charlotte, North Carolina, Christopher Byers, DVM, DACVECC, DACVIM (SAIM), CVJ, defines chronic feline vomiting, plus shares what causes it.
VOHC accepts new water additive from Dechra
New water additive recently approved by Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC) to control tarter buildup
Veterinary Wellbeing Alliance and VMAE to support veterinary mental health
New initiative aims to reduce stress and burnout for professionals in the veterinary industry
3 Must-reads on National Veterinary Receptionist Week
3 articles highlighting the important role veterinary receptionists play at the clinic
Comprehensive pet day camp opens in Odessa, FL
Pet Paradise: a pet day camp; overnight boarding; and health clinic all in one comes to Odessa, FL
Morris Animal Foundation to fund for alternative feline sterilization method research
Nonprofit animal health research organization is accepting study proposals for considerate feline population management
Thinking outside the box of inventory management with Emily Shiver
In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Emily Shiver, CVPM, CCFP, CVBL, explores in the ins and outs of inventory management.