News

Among the many adjectives that might describe working in a veterinary practice, ‘dangerous’ is likely not among the first that come to mind. But maybe it should be.

Addressing this question with your elderly clients can be challenging and uncomfortable, but it’s important and requires careful attention.

After a 16-year stint, including the past 13 years as chief veterinary officer, Dr. Carol McConnell has retired from Nationwide. Dr. Jules Benson assumed her position earlier this month.

Are you remaining optimistic about the future of veterinary practice? This ongoing COVID-19 conversation offers tips for combatting depression and burnout right now, and planning for the future.

The necessary changes veterinary practices have made to promote social distancing during the COVID-19 outbreak are sparking all sorts of ideas about new ways to run a veterinary practice once the crisis is over.

This free CE webinar will illuminate best practices for the use of technology, including telemedicine, during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

SPCA International offers unique insight on how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting animal shelters and rescues throughout the world, what’s being done to help now and what will be needed when the crisis is over.

The coronavirus pandemic has generated more questions than answers so far, but a recent webinar outlines what we do know, including infectivity in animals, and what precautions pet owners and practices should be taking.

The barrage of COVID-19 research has begun, including studies that have not yet been qualitatively reviewed for the validity of findings or suitability for publication. Here's what you should keep in mind.

New protocols in the face of COVID-19 have impacted most aspects of veterinary practice, perhaps none more so than euthanasia procedures.

Monitoring ventilation is critical in dogs and cats undergoing dental procedures.

Ongoing monitoring of samples submitted to the company underscores current evidence that pet dogs and cats are unlikely to become infected with the novel coronavirus.

An engineered form of a common bacteria may be the key to creating a vaccine against the novel coronavirus.

What does "normal" look like in a 33,000-square-foot emergency and specialty veterinary hospital during the COVID-19 pandemic?

A New Jersey practice owner shares the changes his practice has made in order to prevent the spread of COVID-19. It's been a rough time in many ways, but he couldn't be prouder of his staff and clients.

The association shared with its global veterinary audience news of the first animal in the United States to test positive for the virus, plus preliminary international research on transmission and treatment.

More on the essential work veterinary practices are doing right now and the key role they play in slowing the spread of the virus.

Nascent research from China details the potential for infection with SARS-CoV-2 in domestic animal species, including ferrets, cats and dogs, as well as some livestock.

New research reinforces the power of word-of-mouth referrals in growing your veterinary practice.

Take a listen as veterinary experts detail how COVID-19 is impacting the veterinary profession—and what the future may hold.

From location to soil to utilities, here are the fundamentals for finding that perfect site to build or lease your veterinary hospital space.

A small group of big cats in New York appears to have been infected with the novel coronavirus by an asymptomatic zoo employee. Here’s what happened—and what it means for cat owners.

Want to be in the know? Check out the veterinary news highlights from this week.

The need for social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic has created fertile ground for the use of telemedicine in providing veterinary care. Here's what you should know.

Words of wisdom about building or remodeling a veterinary hospital from some of the 2020 dvm360 Hospital Design Competition winners.

A free CE webinar presented by Vetsymposium and sponsored by VitusVet.

In case you were wondering what it’s like being a veterinary student on the brink of graduation during the COVID-19 outbreak, I can tell you this: It sucks.

If you’ve got big dreams of building a practice of your own from the ground up, take it from the winner of the dvm360 Hospital Design Competition in the “less than 8,000 square feet” category: It can happen for you.

Certified leadership and wellness coach Kristina Guldbrand shares some tips to help you keep your veterinary team connected during these challenging times.

Several readers wrote to share their opinions about recent articles in dvm360. Here are three of them.