Managing and treating dogs diagnosed with atopic dermatitis can be overwhelming for both the owner and their pet. Establishing a solid multimodal approach and having strong client communication from the entire veterinary team can help better manage this chronic disease. (Sponsored by Ceva)
Offering budget-friendly heartworm options not only helps to remove barriers to compliance but also aids in building trust and loyalty with pet owners. (Sponsored by Virbac)
The ins and outs of otitis, plus the benefits of hand-held otoscopy.
A survey from the Pet CancerCare Alliance provides insight into pet owners' attitudes about cancer and how likely they are to pursue treatment. (Sponsored by VCA)
The timing of spay/neuter surgery—the first major milestone veterinarians must guide a puppy or kitten through—is a big decision for most pet owners. But there is no one-size-fits-all schedule for this procedure. When to sterilize depends on species, gender, and breed, and vets should customize their recommendations to accommodate individual pet needs.
Parasites are common in dogs and cats and there are often misconceptions about the prevalence of parasites in adult pets.
From the clinical examination to procedure and treatment methods to the outcome, discover this beagle’s experience undergoing radiation therapy for an MCT.
Serious prescription errors have been reported when pet prescriptions are filled at community pharmacies. Awareness of why these errors might occur and strategies for prevention will help protect patient health and improve working relationships between veterinarians and community pharmacists.
Dream big, then trim your plan as needed and get your best hospital possible.
A bacterial culture, the gold standard for detecting urinary tract infections can take days to produce visible results, causing doctors to prescribe antibiotics in the interim for pet symptom relief. Antech’s new FIRSTract produces results in just hours, helping to reduce overuse of antibiotics.
How to appeal to millennial pet owners in a postpandemic world.
Discover the significance of glucose and the diseases, conditions and symptoms related to hypoglycemia plus methods for monitoring glucose levels in dog and cat patients.
Understanding SEO can help amplify your veterinary clinic's digital marketing strategy, thus improving your practice's presence online. Here's what you need to know.
The pandemic has increased the use of telehealth for veterinary visits and this trend is expected to continue to rise. Though in some state the telemedicine restrictions were loosened due to COVID-19, it is uncertain if the status of these will remain in the future.
Learn some key steps to take when navigating the muddy world of a client complaint.
Adapting to the "new normal" brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic has shifted the way we not only interact with clients and patients, but with each other. Find out some nonverbal pearls to help connect to your colleagues through both digital and masked communication.
One veterinarian recalls a time that involved a fact-checking banker, his poodle, and a whole lot of fractions and strange laughter.
Associate doctors play an integral role in the success of your practice. That’s why it’s crucial for practice managers to build long-lasting and positive relationships with them. Not sure where to start? Here are a few useful strategies.
Should you assess your veterinary team’s performance before transitioning into a post-pandemic world?
The corporate hospital chain recently launched this first-of-its-kind program to help promote health and well-being among associates.
You made it! Here’s what you need to know upon entering the profession, plus find out the key role mentorship and continuing education play in veterinary career advancement.
New veterinarians—from the class of 2021—may have higher starting salaries than last year’s graduates. Here’s why, plus a closer look at the current job market.
COVID-19 forced a major shift in how practices work, but that doesn’t have to be a bad thing. Embracing change may reveal emerging career opportunities.
The Revenue Share Bonus Program will provide all veterinary staff the opportunity to earn up to $2080 in bonuses per year.
Mount Laurel Animal Hospital recently developed this special approach of care to help improve patient experience and cooperation at veterinary visits.
The over $350,000 grant will fund phase 1 of Colorado State University’s multiyear interdisciplinary study to assess linguistic and cultural barriers between veterinary professionals and Spanish-speaking companion animal owners.
The city’s SPCA questions the legality of a law that restricts veterinary telemedicine use, currently prohibiting veterinarians from discussing patient health with clients virtually if they have not first met in person.
The new name reflects the associations' evolving role as an international organization.
To demonstrate its ongoing support of the Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning (LGBTQ+) community, Petco vowed to contribute a minimum donation of $100,000 to The Trevor Project regardless of product sales.
Addie was rewarded a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend a full day shadowing faculty, staff, and students at Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine teaching hospital.
