3 Veterinary medicine must-reads for the holiday season

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With the holiday season in full swing, we want to update you on the latest festive veterinary news. That's why we have spotlighted the following articles.

From Santa's reindeer getting the OK to fly to holiday toxins to bear in mind—there's something for everyone. Happy reading!

1. Keeping pets safe for the holidays: Audrey Wystrach, DVM, shared tips and warnings to provide clients so their pets can stay home, and out of the emergency room, for the holidays.
2. Santa’s reindeer in good health and spirit to fly this holiday season: American Veterinary Medical Association president Dr Lori Teller visited the North Pole to perform an annual veterinary exam on Santa’s reindeer.
3. Holiday toxins 101: On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Renee Schmid, DVM, DABT, DABVT, reviews foods and plants that may be harmful to patients, and next steps after a suspected poisoning.