Expert Interviews
Cannabis in Practice: Is It Worth the Risk?
Liz Hughston, MEd., RVT, CVT, VTS (SAIM, ECC), lays out the safest course for a veterinarian interested in incorporating cannabis products into their practice.
Overuse of Antibiotics in Veterinary Dentistry
There's almost no indication for antibiotics in dentistry anymore.
Millennials Prefer a Different Way of Learning
Millennials learn differently from other generations, says Heather Romano, SHRM-CP, managing director of human resources and training for iVET360.
Veterinarians: Ease cats' stress in critical situations
"Work with the cat as opposed to against the cat," this veterinary specialist says.
Maximizing Lower GI Endoscopic Examinations
This veterinarian gives some practical tips for maximizing lower GI endoscopic examinations and biopsy of the small intestine and colon in dogs and cats.
Mobile Veterinary Practices Offer Clients Convenience
Jeremy Gransky, DVM, veterinary officer for MVS Pet Care, says mobile and house-call veterinarians offer value and convenience to several groups of pet owners.
The evolving veterinary reception area
Flex that space for the benefit of clinic and clients.
The Connection Between Lepto, Acute Kidney Injury
Leptospirosis is the No. 1 zoonotic disease seen in the world.
Understanding the 4 Ideologies of Shock
There are 4 ideologies of shock that veterinarians should be aware of.
Building a Client Base From the Ground Up
Veterinary practices in the early stages of growth need to do a few things to build up a client base that they want.
The Importance of Hands-On Examinations
There is a common trend in human and veterinary medicine where doctors are reluctant to take a hands-on approach to diagnosing patients.
Why Data Backup Is Important for Veterinary Practices
Data backup is something every veterinary practice knows they should be doing and thinks they are doing, when in reality they're not.
What Is the Logical Approach Clinical Problem Solving?
Dr. Maddison explains the various steps of the approach and provides examples on how to apply each step to a variety of veterinary cases.
When Not to Use NSAIDs
NSAID therapy is the cornerstone for managing long-term or short-term inflammation.
How Does Fear Free Affect Your Bottom Line?
How can veterinarians measure the impact Fear Free has?
How to: Get great veterinary video in 4 easy steps
Up your internet game with these multimedia moves.
Update on elimination outside the litter box
Marking behavior isn't the problem it once was, says veterinary specialist.
A New Way to Educate Clients About Pet Dental Health
There's not enough time in an exam room appointment to educate each client on the importance of dental care for their pet.
Most Common Causes of Otitis in Dogs and Cats
Stephen D. White, DVM, DACVD, professor of medicine and epidemiology at the University of California, Davis School of Veterinary Medicine, explains the most common causes of otitis in dogs and cats.
Check that chip
Microchips are great for locating lost pets, but if your veterinary practice placed one a few years ago, are you sure its still working?
How Has Fluid Therapy Changed Over the Years?
Liz Rozanski, DVM, talks about how volume and titration has changed with regard to fluid therapy.
Keep your veterinary clinic colors easy to update
Plan ahead and make color splashes with more easily revamped decorative elements.
Advantages, Disadvantages of Current Canine Vaccines
New vaccines are currently centered around 3 specific diseases: respiratory disease, Lyme disease, and leptospirosis.
How to Tell If a Candidate Is Lying on Their Resume
There are three main ways to tell if a job candidate is lying on their resume.
Most Prevalent Reproductive Diseases in Chickens
Egg production can put chickens at an increased risk for reproductive disease.
American foulbrood: A threat to honeybee populations
The bacterial disease is widely contagious and can kill entire hives.
Why You Should Not Deliver Oxygen With an Anesthesia Machine
There are a few reasons why you wouldn't want to use an anesthesia machine to deliver oxygen to a patient, says Alison Gottlieb, BS, CVT, VTS (ECC).
Underwater Treadmills for Physical Rehabilitation
An underwater treadmill is a great tool for physical rehabilitation, David Dycus, DVM, MS, CCRP, DACVS, orthopedic staff surgeon at Veterinary Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Group in Annapolis, Maryland, says.
An Example of Pet Owner, Veterinarian Mediation
A pet owner recently contacted Debra Vey Voda-Hamilton, Esq, principal at Hamilton Law & Mediation, regarding a mediation with their veterinarian because they thought their pet's surgery was done poorly.
Creating Dental Plans Clients Will Embrace
Jan Bellows, DVM, DAVDC, ABVP, board-certified dentist at All Pets Dental in Westin, Florida, breaks down how to create dental plans for veterinary patients.