dvm360 November 2019
ACVC 2019: Veterinarians: Get involved in the cannabidiol conversation
October 15, 2019
Article
The cannabidiol (CBD) conversation is in full swing in veterinary practices across the country, and its time for veterinarians to chime in.
Gastric dilatation-volvulus: It doesnt have to make your stomach turn
October 14, 2019
Article
Whether you perform surgery yourself or refer your patient to a specialty veterinary facility, aggressive stabilization can make all the difference.
Its complicated: Foiling the frustrations of diabetes management in pets
October 14, 2019
Article
Diagnosing diabetes in your veterinary patients may be straightforward, but treating the condition is sometimes anything but. Heres the lowdown on why treatments fail, how best to monitor these patients and what new insulin products are on the market.
Slow down, Billy!
October 11, 2019
Article
Large- or mixed-animal veterinary practices located in towns expect some great escapes here and there. But why do these escape artists always seem to head for either the biggest highway in the county or a residential district?
Predictive diagnostic RenalTech now available
October 10, 2019
Article
Developed using artificial intelligence, this tool enables veterinarians to tailor healthcare plans for feline patients based on future health concerns.
Journal Scan: Community engagement encourages effective management of unowned cats
October 10, 2019
Article
Trap-Neuter-Return programs for unowned cats may fail because local community members arent involved. Social efforts need to join medical efforts, say these UK researchers.
The ABCs of veterinary dentistry: T is for treatment
October 10, 2019
Article
While therapy for oral health problems can be challenging, its also very important for patient wellbeing. A good place to start? The four Rs: recheck, remove, repair or refer.
Still waters: How traumatic stress is poisoning the veterinary profession
October 08, 2019
Article
For veterinary professionals, compassion fatigue, burnout and depression often flow from a problem far upstreampsychological trauma. And most of us dont even realize were suffering.
Zoetis to veterinary students: We want to give you $2,000
October 07, 2019
Article
Second-, third-year veterinary students to apply for $2,000 scholarships, courtesy of Zoetis and the Association of American Veterinary Medical Colleges.
Study applies human autoimmune encephalitis research to canine condition
October 04, 2019
Article
Veterinary researchers from North Carolina State University investigate whether antibodies play a role in etiology of poorly understood disease.
Hills goes small: nutrition center expansion to focus on petite pups
October 03, 2019
Article
The addition will focus on nutrition for small and miniature dogs as well as veterinary community and caregiver engagement.
What is and is not trauma and compassion fatigue
October 02, 2019
Article
Heres an overview of what psychology experts say constitutes trauma, plus some examples that place these definitions firmly in the world of veterinary professionals.
5 veterinary leadership skills every boss needs to learn
October 01, 2019
Article
I've spent decades watching leaders and leading, and I think these traits are the best ones for every leader in veterinary practice to learn.
Morris Animal Foundation introduces Data Commons
September 30, 2019
Article
What do you get when you offer veterinary researchers free access to data from a longitudinal study of 3,000 golden retrievers? A serious opportunity to learn!
Veterinary symposium reveals latest heartworm research
September 26, 2019
Article
American Heartworm Society promises to soon share educational highlights from its 16th Triennial Heartworm Symposium.
Zoetis hints at new monoclonal antibody for osteoarthritis pain
September 25, 2019
Article
Activities at the WSAVA Conference in Toronto focused on the role of nerve growth factor in pain pathway for dogs and cats.
Journal Scan: Pet owner perceptions of small animal surgery, anesthesia and pain management
September 22, 2019
Article
You dont need us to tell you about the importance of communication with veterinary clients. But a recent survey proves a gap in pet owners understanding of animal pain and surgery.
Veterinary gender discrimination: A real and serious problem
September 20, 2019
Article
A UK study found that in the veterinary profession, women are overlooked for promotions and often seen as incompetent by overtly sexist clients.
Food aggression: Eligible for pet insurance coverage or not?
September 20, 2019
Article
A proactive pet owner who receives competent and successful veterinary care for a behavior issue has her claim denied. Whos correct?
Don't get ripped off with production-based pay
September 19, 2019
Article
Veterinary associates, remember that small contractual oversights in production-based pay can add up to substantial chunks of money in your employment contracts. Heres what to watchlike a hawk.
Elanco: Animals are at the X factor at the center of world issues
September 19, 2019
Article
Newly focused on animal health alone, Elanco management team shares hopes for more relevance in peoples lives and deepending commitment to make real change.
In defense of the incisional biopsy in veterinary oncology cases
September 08, 2019
Article
Knowledge of tumor type and grade leads to the smartest therapeutic options and most accurate prognosis. The challenge is to communicate the value to clients.