What you need to know about cannabigerolSeptember 2, 2026Just when you had become somewhat familiar with the effects of cannabidiol (CBD) for dogs, along comes cannabigerol, with different letters and a “whole lotta hype” among your peers and clients.
Education Center - SponsoredWhy Some Dogs Keep Seizing: Understanding and Managing Refractory Epilepsyby • PRN PharmacalThe severe impact of drug-resistant epilepsy highlights the importance of aiming for complete seizure control in all dogs experiencing seizures. It's crucial to enhance our understanding of the reasons behind drug resistance and how they relate to various causes, progression of the disease, and affected breeds.
Improving early cancer detection with cytology and AIAugust 26, 2026Advancements in AI diagnostics are not a shortcut. They aid veterinary professionals in gathering useful information sooner, interpret more efficiently, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Can probiotics protect the gut during antibiotic therapy?August 25, 2026Veterinary professionals are often asked if probiotics should be administered during antibiotic therapy and whether they truly improve patient outcomes. It is important to understand the relationship between antibiotics, microbiomes, and probiotic supplementation.
How to manage anxiety in petsAugust 12, 2026The gap between prevalence and treatment reflects a real challenge: many veterinarians feel underprepared to navigate behavioral pharmacology, and many clients do not realize help is available.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveNew World screwworm risks infographic downloadAugust 5, 2026Help clients stay informed about the growing concern surrounding New World screwworm. This infographic highlights which pets are most at risk, the warning signs to watch for, and what to do if an infestation is suspected. It's a great resource to display in your waiting room, share on social media, or include in an email blast to help clients protect their pets through awareness and early action.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveNeurologic cat or dog? Don't forget rabiesJuly 29, 2026If you have a neurologic patient without an obvious underlying cause, rabies must be on your differential diagnosis, regardless of how low you think the risk is. Because of its lethal zoonotic potential, failing to have it on one’s radar could have serious ramifications. Further, because there is no treatment in animals, the prognosis differs markedly from that of other neurological conditions.
Space: The final frontier in surgical efficiencyJuly 22, 2026A streamlined day of surgical procedures often starts well before the procedure itself. The layout of the surgical prep area, operating room, and recovery area can help maximize workflow efficiency.
Palliative approaches to chronic painJuly 10, 2026Palliative care is delivered with realistic expectations, grounded in honest conversation with caregivers, and oriented toward daily living rather than curative endpoints.
Veterinary vaccines unpacked: Research, regulations, and guidelinesJuly 9, 2026Is there a difference between guidelines based on science and evidence-based guidelines? There is, and it is nuanced and important.
Products to treat periodontal pockets, part 1June 12, 2026This column discusses the history and the growing variety of periodontal products/devices that can be used in periodontal pockets.