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Making time for equine in a mixed veterinary practice
When it comes to equine scheduling in a mixed animal practice, be the hero your equine specialists need.
Fluorescent Imaging Technique Reliably Measures Dental Plaque in Cats
Quantitative Light-induced Fluorescence is an imaging technique that reliably detects dental plaque coverage in adult domestic short-haired cats.
World News Roundup: April 23, 2017
In this week’s roundup: new legislation to legalize marijuana in Canada, big cosmetic firms selling products tested on animals in China, and more stories from around the world.
Expand Your Practice Base With Client Endorsements
Effective recommendations from clients can be an important factor in growing your practice.
When a microchip raises more questions than it answers
What do you do when you find a microchip at your veterinary practice and the pet owner says "no," you can't scan it? Here's how I handle it.
Nasopharyngeal Microbiota of Beef Cattle After Feedlot Arrival
The nasopharyngeal microbiota of beef cattle undergoes significant and rapid changes following arrival at a feedlot, increasing cattle’s susceptibility to bovine respiratory disease after feedlot placement.
Recent Research Highlights Infectious Potential of Baylisascaris procyonis
High worm fecundity and the potential for severe pathology in humans and other hosts make raccoon roundworm a double threat.
Creating Your Career Blueprint: The Early Years of Practice Ownership
Outlining a strategic plan early in practice ownership provides an overall sense of direction toward future prosperity.
Why outside investors want in on the veterinary profession
Economic indicators for veterinary medicine are not all rosy. And still private equity is pouring in to buy veterinary practices. Heres where they see potential.
Hormone and Metabolite Levels in Diabetic and Nondiabetic Cats
In a recent study, researchers sought to shed light on the pathophysiology of feline diabetes mellitus by measuring levels of selected circulating hormones and metabolites in diabetic and nondiabetic cats.
A Novel Quantitative PCR Assay Improves Detection of Babesia
The new test uses mitochrondrial DNA and shows higher sensitivity and better detection over testing with ribosomal DNA.
The Psychological Impact of Uncertainty: Why a Bigger IQ Isn't the Answer
Emotional insecurity in practice is inevitable, but it can be managed.
A little BS isnt a bad thingor is it?
Just because youre the veterinarian doesnt mean you can get away with everything, Dr. Brock realizes.
Human Resistance to Feline Leukemia Virus Infection
A group of researchers recently investigated the molecular barriers that protect human cells against infection with feline leukemia virus.
Exotic Animals: Getting the Most from a Patient History
A host of factors can be at play when an exotic animal falls ill. Knowing what questions to ask in the patient history is key to making an accurate—and often life-saving—diagnosis.
Key Takeaways from the VetParters Annual Meeting
What happened at the annual VetPartners meeting that was held in March in Las Vegas, Nevada?
Old School, New School: Three rounds with Codger
Dr. Greenskin drags her boss into a boxing match of wit and wisdom. But did she underestimate the crusty old veterinarian?
Handling-Associated Stress Affects Test Performance in Mice
Research shows that the way in which mice are handled during research experiments can alter results.
Heartworm-Associated Respiratory Disease in Client-Owned Cats
Researchers in heartworm-endemic Taiwan tested the correlation between exposure to heartworm and the presence of clinical signs of lower airway/lung disease in some cats.
Map Out a Successful Communications Strategy
Connecting with staff members is vital to creating a strong practice.
Fear Free: Be the team that changes everything for pets
Consider this case study and ask yourself: Do you want to change things for the pets that visit your practice?
When it comes to buying a veterinary practice, consider a proposal
A well-thought-out letter of intent, much like an engagement proposal, can be the start of a beautiful relationship.
Tips for Managing Osteoarthritis in Dogs
Owner education, early screening for orthopedic disease, and proper management—including weight loss and exercise—are key to improving comfort and outcome in animals with osteoarthritis.
Update on Pituitary Pars Intermedia Dysfunction in Horses
PPID is the most common endocrine disease in horses and occurs most often in animals over 15 years of age.
Advice Unleashed (April 2017)
Tips and insight from business, financial and practice management experts.
Is It Time to Add a New Associate?
Consider your workload, your alternatives and your future.
A (vaccine) shot in the dark
Was this vaccine-clinic veterinarian right to order a steroid injection over the phone for a pet he didn't even remember?
Medical Marijuana in People and Pets: History, Controversy, and the Future
A growing number of pet owners are turning to cannabis to treat their ailing animals, and more and more veterinarians are also expressing interest.
Should you fear the corporatization of veterinary medicine?
Does the corporate boogeyman have you worried that independent private practice wont be an option in the future? Our panel of experts is here to help.
World News Roundup: April 16, 2017
In this week’s roundup: World Veterinary Day, the London Marathon, avian flu, a miracle dog, and more stories from around the world.