|Articles|June 15, 2020

This week's veterinary headlines, plus a free virtual career fair

Check out these top veterinary headlines.

During these uncertain times, we want to keep you in the know as much as possible. We are dedicated to providing you with the latest pandemic news and our coverage of the veterinary industry.

Here are this week's top veterinary headlines:

A new survey study from Banfield Pet Hospital revealed that spending significantly more time with pets during the COVID-19 pandemic has altered the attitude of many owners regarding veterinary care and strengthened the human-animal bond.
Amid the continuing uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) has postponed its 2020 World Congress.
dvm360 has partnered with Banfield Pet Hospital to host a free virtual career fair for recent veterinary graduates, current veterinarians and hospital team members on Monday, June 15, from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m. EDT (12:00 to 2:30 PDT).

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