Florida moves to reclassify xylazine with veterinary exemptionSeptember 2, 2025The change aims to block illicit abuse of the drug without cutting off access for veterinarians, farmers, and ranchers who rely on it for animal care.
Education Center - SponsoredWhere next for point-of-care diagnostics?by • Zoetis Diagnostics USPoint-of-care diagnostics are rapidly evolving. Complete blood counts and cytology evaluations are no longer confined to reference laboratories – veterinarians can now run these tests in clinic, with artificial intelligence-powered tools. This shift is bringing expert-level care to general practice, streamlining workflows and driving better patient care. Hear from Zoetis leaders on how point-of-care diagnostic technologies are transforming veterinary practice, helping to empower teams, broaden access to care, and improving patient outcomes.
New AAHA guidelines emphasize care through a One Health lensSeptember 1, 2025Check out how the guidelines aim to provide a structured framework for collaboration between veterinary and human health professionals.
Illinois enacts expanded title protection law for vet techsAugust 29, 2025Starting Jan. 1, 2026, only state-licensed certified veterinary technicians (CVTs) may use the titles “Certified Veterinary Technician,” “Veterinary Technician,” “Vet Tech,” “VT,” or “Technician” in a veterinary setting.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTech Talk: No seat at the table causes real harmAugust 28, 2025By Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVTn the case of complaints and discipline hearings, credentialed veterinary technicians are faced with the opinion of only one of their peers, unlike veterinarians, who are judged by a panel of their peers. This imbalance or complete lack of representation disrupts true advocacy and further entrenches a system where credentialed technicians are seen as subordinate rather than collaborative professionals.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveDiagnosis and New treatment Options for Cats with FIPAugust 27, 2025In this session: Petra Černá, PhD, DACVIM (SAIM), breaks down the key diagnostic tools and testing strategies available in practice to help you confidently recognize all forms of FIP. She also explores the distinctions between feline enteric coronavirus and feline infectious peritonitis virus, the underlying pathogenesis, and the most common clinical signs to watch for.
New guidelines bridge 'critical' gap in veterinary neonatal careAugust 26, 2025Learn more about the RECOVER Newborn Resuscitation Guidelines and its key points in helping veterinary teams support puppies and kittens immediately after birth.
Vets warm up to pet health insurance as clients focus more on costsAugust 25, 2025While veterinarians have had concerns in the past about the cost, value, and administrative paperwork of pet insurance, attitudes are reportedly becoming more positive, according to recent surveys.
What practices are saying about today's economyAugust 24, 2025Veterinary Practice News recently conducted its Veterinary Economic Outlook Survey to better understand how veterinary teams are navigating the current economic climate.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveUnlocking the Power of Genetic Testing To Revolutionize Detection of Feline Disease August 21, 2025In this session: Ashlie Saffire, DVM, Dipl. ABVP (Feline Practice) reviews the process of genetic testing, how to incorporate genetic testing in practice, and how to prepare caregivers with a plan when mutations are detected.
Mechanical ventilation key in saving Chihuahua after toxic exposureAugust 19, 2025The five-year-old Chihuahua was reportedly comatose, suffered severe aspiration pneumonia after accidental exposure to ADHD medication.
