News|Articles|January 15, 2010

The dvm360 Five - Episode 7

Watch news on cat healthcare, hiring new team members, and an online animated series about a veterinarian.

Time again for The dvm360-Five. Give us five minutes, and we’ll update you with the veterinary news, medicine, and business information you need to know right now.

In this edition of the Five, we report on a new guide for feline healthcare, learn why past performance is the best way to judge a potential employee, and hear from the creators of the online animated series Generation Vet on what they think of their main character's outspoken attitude.

More on the new Feline Life Stage Guidelines

More on a new genetic link to canine compulsive behavior

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September 18th, 2026

Inside veterinary social work

In a slideshow drawn from an onsite dvm360 interview at Fetch National Harbor, a veterinary oncologist and a veterinary social worker walk through how the role supports owners and staff across a pet's cancer diagnosis, treatment, and end-of-life care.

September 16th, 2026

Q&A: The truth about Toxoplasma gondii risk from household cats

Christopher Lee, DVM, MPH, DACVPM, DACVM (Parasitology), discusses the clinical significance of Toxoplasma gondii, when veterinary professionals should consider testing, and how to communicate the risks of exposure to clients.

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Why a synergistic fiber blend can outperform single supplements in pets’ gut health

Caitlyn Getty, DVM, PhD, DACVIM (Nutrition), explains how synergistic prebiotic fiber blends outperform single supplements in supporting fermentation, postbiotics, and gut health.

September 14th, 2026

Understanding feather loss, vocalization, and other parrot behavior problems

Valli Parthasarathy, DVM, PhD, DACVB, discusses how veterinarians can evaluate feather loss, self-mutilation, and vocalization in pet parrots and identify when medical and behavioral factors may overlap.

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Paws and profits: UC Davis Weill School of Veterinary Medicine dean reappointed, and more updates

New leadership moves, recognitions, and achievements.

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Q&A: An emergency medicine leader's advice for new veterinarians

Anthony Coronado, DVM, breaks down how new veterinarians can build clinical confidence, communicate with clients, and avoid burnout in their first years.

September 10th, 2026

Elanco completes $120 million expansion of its Kansas biologics plant

Executives told dvm360 that the Elwood, Kansas, site now has more than 4 times its previous biologics capacity—an expansion scaled to meet customer demand for the company's new dermatology product, which is 2 times higher than expected.

The dvm360 Five - Episode 7

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