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News|Articles|November 8, 2021
This week on dvm360: Canine atopic dermatitis explained, plus more veterinary news
Author(s)dvm360 Staff
A sneak peek of this week's headlines.
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November is National Pet Diabetes Month! According to Vetsource, approximately 1 in every 300 dogs and 1 in 230 cats will develop diabetes during their lifetimes, with those statistics continuously rising.1 To commemorate this national campaign, we remain dedicated to delivering a robust mix of engaging news and insights directly to your fingertips.
Here is what to expect this week on dvm360:
- Pet Poison Hotline details what an
Alaskan puppy who became poisoned by hand warmers endured including what the road to recovery entailed. - Andrew Rosenberg, DVM, DACVD, explains canine atopic dermatitis basics, plus how to approach a patient presenting with this condition.
- The CEO of IGNITE shares exciting updates on the success of its Veterinary Receptionist Certificate of Excellence training program (VRCE).
- The AVMA has unveiled a newly revamped website for its educational journals including more practical, accessible, and user-friendly features.
- And much more!
Tune back in here throughout the week for more coverage of the veterinary industry.
Reference
Pet diabetes facts. Vetsource. https://vetsource.com/news/pet-diabetes-facts/. Published August 5, 2019. Accessed November 8, 2021.
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