VPN Plus+ ExclusiveNoise anxiety: Fireworks, storms, phobias, oh my!June 30, 2026Man and man’s best friend sadly suffer from anxiety, fears, phobias, and stressors such as storms, fireworks, thunder, loud sounds, and more, which can cause clinical signs to manifest. Educating owners on what to look for and providing safe and effective treatment and prevention options is paramount to improve quality of life for both pets and pet families.
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Elevating veterinary nurse utilizationJune 30, 2026Appropriate utilization directly impacts patient care, team morale, and practice revenue. As your veterinary nurses become more skilled, they will want career growth, so utilizing them at the “top of their license” is required to become literal.
5 Questions With … Dr. Michael Q. Bailey, AVMA presidentJune 30, 2026AVMA president Michael Q. Bailey, DVM, DACVR, discusses this year's convention highlights, emerging issues, and how the association is supporting the veterinary profession through advocacy and collaboration.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveNew approach to old petsJune 26, 2026The older arthritic pet may have a bad day or two, which necessitates a few doses of an NSAID to make the day more comfortable. In many cases, these types of disorders can be easily managed with natural therapies. This reduces the cost of medications, follow-up testing, and the risk of harm to body organs and systems that may occur with chronic drug use.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveJuly animal-related holidays — from specific days to the whole monthJune 17, 2026July is packed with opportunities celebrate species from dogs and cats to rabbits and snakes. It’s National Pet Hydration Awareness Month, perfect to tout the importance of fresh water, especially during the summer heat. July also features National ID Your Pet Day; encourage clients to make sure tags and microchip information are up to date. For a sweet treat, celebrate National Blueberry Day by sharing blueberries with pups; even as a treat in the clinic.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveCommunication That Connects: Internally Aligned, Externally RespectedJune 17, 2026In this session: Ingrid Pyka, BS, DVM, CVMI, covers how to strengthen team collaboration and enhance client satisfaction through effective applied communication. Content includes communication frameworks, team meeting strategy, emotional intelligence, and client conversation models.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveVets debunk guinea pigs' reputationsJune 16, 2026You must take special considerations when considering surgery for guinea pigs. This includes preventing hypothermia, avoiding fasting before surgery, managing the airway, reducing stress and ensuring experience with surgical procedures in the species.
Treating separation anxiety in dogsJune 13, 2026Frequent episodes of separation anxiety can have a detrimental effect on the pet’s mental and physical health. The treatment often requires a two-pronged approach: the use of medications in conjunction with behavioral modification.
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.
A look at some easy-to-add rehabilitation tools for your clinicJune 12, 2026Incorporating physical rehabilitation into primary care practice provides an important strategy to expand services, enhance job satisfaction, and add value for clients and patients.
