Veterinary point-of-care tests: Evidence-based insightsDecember 7, 2024Point-of-care tests (POCTs) can impact diagnosis, including timing, specificity, and accuracy, and ultimately, the delivery of care. Learn what factors to consider in evaluating and selecting POCTs.
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveMoving with cats tipsDecember 5, 2024Moving to a new home is one of those things that can be both stressful AND exciting. For clients with cats, there is an extra layer of things to consider to minimize that stress for confused kitties. This infographic gives tips on how to make the process more feline-friendly, from before the move to once a new address is officially home.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveA New Way to See an Old Disease: Updates on Canine and Feline OsteoarthritisDecember 4, 2024In this session: Kristin Kirkby Shaw, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS, DACVSMR, reviews the latest information regarding OA prevalence in dogs and cats, provides tips for how to recognize and diagnose OA and OA pain as early as possible, discusses how to engage the entire veterinary healthcare team (including the caregiver) in management, and discusses how to develop an effective plan of care.
Weight-loss meds for pets: Have we found the cure for obesity?December 4, 2024Educating clients on proper pet nutrition and the importance of regular exercise are essential steps in managing pet obesity, but researchers hope to make the process easier with the development of medications similar in function to human weight-loss medications.
Trupanion reaches $3 billion in paid claims, reveals Top 5 pet claims for dog patients and feline patientsDecember 2, 2024Data scientists at Trupanion analyzed more than 11.1 million paid invoices from 2000 to 2024 and determined allergy/otitis and renal failure were the top health conditions for dogs and cats, respectively.
How kennel materials impact patient behaviorNovember 26, 2024This article looks at the impact of kenneling on animal behavior and, in turn, practice staff and clinic efficiency, exploring alternative materials and methods for a better overall experience.
Maximize culture results for better outcomesNovember 20, 2024Understanding how to maximize culture results to make the best antibiotic selection can help improve clinical outcomes for patients and reduce risk of progressive development of resistant pyodermas.
Fighting against animal crueltyNovember 19, 2024This article will discuss the legislative trend of veterinary reporting in animal cruelty and will break down the various obligations for veterinarians across the country when these laws are passed.
Nourishing client relationships with tasty foodNovember 13, 2024Discuss science-based nutrition and position your patients for better health, your clients for more enjoyable mealtimes, and your team for more positive client interactions.
From cut to cure: A look at the principles of small animal surgical oncologyNovember 12, 2024Surgical planning for cancer patients requires information gained from diagnostics, knowledge and history of the tumor being addressed, and a discussion with owners regarding their goals for their pets.
