dvm360 October 2020
The power of “thank you”
November 04, 2020
Article
Gratitude should never be forgotten or underestimated.
Leadership and the veterinary industry: Where are the women?
November 03, 2020
Article
Despite current demographics, men dominate in veterinary practice ownership and industry leadership. Here are some possible reasons why—and what women need to do to correct it.
Surgery pearls: Removing linear foreign bodies in dogs
November 02, 2020
Article
Most practitioners can confirm that the canine palate includes far more than kibble. Use these tips to make removing linear foreign bodies a little easier.
Shelter Snapshot: Infectious respiratory disease in animal shelters
November 02, 2020
Article
The widening geography of pet travel has increased an already significant problem in animal shelters and other veterinary facilities that house commingled animals. Here’s the latest.
The ABCs of veterinary dentistry: When waiting is wishful thinking
October 19, 2020
Article
When it comes to dental care, sometimes immediate action is a must for your patient’s health and comfort.
Rare surgical procedures give man and dog a new lease on life
October 15, 2020
Article
An uncommon but life-saving surgery gave a Labrador retriever and his grateful owner much more time together.
Prevalence, comorbidity, and breed differences for anxious dogs
October 14, 2020
Article
A large study sheds light on anxious behaviors in dogs by evaluating their penetrance within the domestic canine population, the patterns by which certain traits occur in tandem, and the genetic stronghold for these behaviors.
Study links bone loss to proximal sesamoid fractures in racehorses
October 13, 2020
Article
Results of this retrospective study of California racehorses may mean that one day this type of fracture can be prevented.
TGen launches Vidium Animal Health
October 12, 2020
Article
Genomic based-precision medicine from the TGen subsidiary provides additional resources to assist both veterinary oncologists and pet owners in the diagnostics and treatment of canine cancer.
AAHA releases third preventive care publication
October 12, 2020
Article
The American Animal Hospital Association offers the third in a series of publications aimed to help veterinary practices improve client communication about preventive care.
Dogs: Doing their part to help stop the spotted lanternfly spread
October 12, 2020
Article
The scent-detection dogs at the University of Pennsylvania are at it again, this time helping to eradicate an invasive insect species.
Hospital design: A touch of old, a bunch of new
October 09, 2020
Article
Better flow and more space enhance the existing charm of this Washington veterinary practice.
Zoetis’s 2021 veterinary student scholarship is now open
October 08, 2020
Article
Second- and third-year student leaders are invited to apply for this $2000 scholarship by December 2, 2020.
How the veterinary practice retirement plan just got a lot cooler
October 07, 2020
Article
Have you heard about the newest option for employer-sponsored retirement plans? A 401(k) pooled employer may give your veterinary practice lower fees, fewer fiduciary risks, and greater flexibility than ever.
A new normal: Managing the ups and downs of COVID-19 recovery
October 07, 2020
Article
Like everything and everyone else, veterinary practices and teams have been hit hard by the upheaval brought on by COVID-19. Here’s a look at where the veterinary profession is headed and how to prepare your practice for the future.
The collapse of the noncompete in veterinary practice
October 07, 2020
Article
For many years veterinary practice associates were at the mercy of their noncompete agreement. That’s not quite the case anymore. Here’s why.
The unexpected joys of Friday afternoon
October 06, 2020
Article
Special Contributors
An afternoon of errands turns into a full-on gamble—with wins all around.
The WSAVA 2021 World Congress goes hybrid
October 06, 2020
Article
This new hybrid conference model will allow delegates with travel restrictions a chance to engage online and those who can make the trip, face-to-face interaction.
Hatching poultry services in your veterinary practice
October 06, 2020
Article
Companion animal practitioners can take poultry under their wing by incorporating into their practice medical care for these birds and by counseling clients on proper fowl husbandry.
Texas Tech opens new veterinary school
October 05, 2020
Article
Texas Tech University’s School of Veterinary Medicine will start with an inaugural class of approximately 60 students in fall 2021.
Fetch dvm360 hosts its first student diversity panel
October 02, 2020
Article
Four students weigh in on diversity, equity, and inclusion in veterinary school, and share their own unique journey to veterinary medicine.
The future of virtual care in veterinary medicine
October 01, 2020
Article
Interested in implementing a telehealth component to your practice, but not sure where to start? The Veterinary Virtual Care Association is here to help.
A veterinarian shortage could cost 75 million pets their access to care by 2030
October 01, 2020
Article
Banfield Pet Hospital announces its plan to increase the pipeline of veterinary professionals and to tackle diversity, equity, and inclusion issues.
The Dilemma: All in the family?
September 30, 2020
Article
The pros and cons of hiring relatives at your veterinary practice.
The team approach to veterinary telemedicine
September 23, 2020
Article
Using telehealth can maximize staff efficiency, provide clients with face-to-face care, and increase practice revenue. Here’s a look at the role technicians can and should play in providing virtual care.
Royal Canin supports WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee
September 16, 2020
Article
The WSAVA Global Nutrition Committee and Royal Canin have joined forces to help promote the distribution of credible pet nutrition resources.
Shelter Snapshot: Infectious respiratory disease in animal shelters
September 17, 2019
Article
The widening geography of pet travel has increased an already significant problem in animal shelters and other veterinary facilities that house commingled animals. Heres the latest.
Therapeutic exercises for every veterinary patient
July 13, 2019
Article
Just like in people, proper rehabilitation in pets requires exercise, but you dont need to have lots of fancy equipment to make it happen. Heres what you need to know before devising a rehab program, plus some exercises that any practitioner can employ.