Goodness comes to light, even during a pandemicJanuary 18, 2021Veterinary medicine is no different than most other businesses—there’s been a lot of hurt throughout the profession as a result of the pandemic and its associated economic repercussions.
Elective declawing banned in Cat Friendly PracticesJanuary 12, 2021Elective onychectomy (declawing) procedures will no longer be permitted at designated Cat Friendly Practices (CFPs).
Heartworm diligence key to safe transport of dogsJanuary 12, 2021Ensuring the safe transport of canines and preventing the spread of disease is central to a newly published resource from the American Heartworm Society (AHS) and Association of Shelter Veterinarians (ASV).
Pets, humans closer than ever amidst pandemicJanuary 11, 2021Physical comfort from dogs, cats, and other animals has been vital for owners during social distancing, new research shows.
Dog food contamination leads to voluntary recallJanuary 11, 2021Midwestern Pet Food Inc. has recalled some varieties of its Sportmix canine diet after 28 dogs died and eight others got sick after eating the product.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveHow not to let a behavior case ruin your day -- partner upJanuary 8, 2021Partnering with experienced behaviorists and trainers helps your patients, your clients -- and your practice.
Feline oral cancer, DCM therapies to be exploredJanuary 5, 2021Dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM), oral squamous cell carcinoma (OSCC), and canine distemper virus (CDV) may soon see new treatments, thanks to Morris Animal Foundation.
"Scarlett No Haira," "Edgar Allan Paw" top wackiest pet names of 2020January 5, 2021Revered historical figures, a celebrated author, and a popular chicken curry dish were among those immortalized by pet owners in 2020.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveAnesthetic malignant hyperthermia in greyhoundsJanuary 1, 2021Greyhounds are known for their large muscle mass. Many also suffer from separation anxiety and can become stressed in a veterinary hospital setting. This combination is why some veterinarians believe greyhounds seem to suffer from non-MH hyperthermia more than other breeds.
Neutering: The risks and benefits in the context of breed, sex, and ageDecember 29, 2020A perennial subject of debate and controversy in veterinary medicine is the age at which dogs and cats should be neutered, or even if they should be neutered at all.
