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.
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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.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveGut reaction: How nutrition and the microbiome shape pet healthJuly 8, 2026As fermented foods and gut health supplements have entered mainstream culture, some clients may already be thinking about their own digestive health. This has sparked a growing interest in increasing dietary fiber, with people recognizing when the microbiome ferments these fibers, it produces beneficial compounds that support everything from immune function to mood regulation.
Products to treat periodontal pockets, part 2July 8, 2026This month’s column continues exploring the history and current state of osteoconductive/osteoinductive products for use in veterinary periodontology and oral surgery.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveEmergency Training for the Non-Emergency Clinic: Interviewing Your Team to Play Their Best PartJuly 7, 2026In this session: Jill Brecklin, CVT, CVPM, provides interview questions to ask all of your team to help them learn what parts they like to play in the dance that is emergency medicine and how to work toward successful patient outcomes. Brecklin also discusses two different training styles (written and role playing) and how she has used each one to benefit and train her team. You will leave with ideas for document creation and how to plan a real-life emergency practice with your team!
Managing feline heart healthJune 30, 2026Veterinary technicians play a vital role by identifying subtle changes, guiding clients through at-home care, and contributing to a team-based collaborative approach that strengthens overall patient care and long-term outcomes.
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+ 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.
