News wrap-up: This week's veterinary headlines, plus first fluorescent light therapy system for dogs and cats

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Happy Friday! As we head into February, dvm360® spent this final week of January reporting on the latest news in veterinary medicine.

Here is a quick look at this week's highlights:

• Debbie A. Martin, CPDT-KA, KPA CTP, LVT, VTS (Behavior), highlighted variations of Fear Free distraction methods and explained the importance of an individualized approach.
• Vetoquinol released the first fluorescent light therapy system for dogs and cats—Phovia—to help accelerate natural skin regeneration.
• Tasha McNerney, CVT, CVPP, VTS (Anesthesia and Analgesia), urged veterinary technicians to advocate for themselves financially to ensure a sustainable, fulfilling career.
• San Antonio Zoo treated a Komodo dragon with Synovetin OA, making it the first exotic animal to receive this treatment.
• Clarius unveiled 3 new ultra-portable wireless smartphone ultrasound scanners that are each approximately the size of an iPhone.
• And so much more!

Stay tuned on social media and dvm360.com for more veterinary news.