VPN Plus+ ExclusiveWhy relief work is the vet equivalent of a rideshare driverFebruary 18, 2026By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBASince the pandemic, in fact, some of us have seen more relief workers come and go than in the entirety of our pre-pandemic careers. Perhaps you’ve been relief-curious, wondering why taking on temporary work assignments seems so attractive. Maybe you’re even considering becoming a lone wolf yourself.
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Brain Teaser: Can you solve this puzzle?February 17, 2026Test your veterinary knowledge with our monthly challenge, featuring a three-year-old male intact Beauceron presenting for six hours of lethargy, non-productive vomiting, and restlessness.
Emergency care saves dog from nearly fatal salmon poisoning diseaseFebruary 17, 2026Forrest’s case underscores how quickly SPD can progress from mild gastrointestinal signs to life-threatening illness, emphasizing the importance of early recognition and prompt, targeted treatment in dogs exposed to raw salmon or trout in the region.
$100M raised to advance canine longevity drug toward FDA reviewFebruary 16, 2026 Biotech company Loyal reports progress on Expanded Conditional Approval requirements and enrollment completion in 1,300-dog STAY trial
Therapy dogs decrease loneliness in psychiatric patients, research showsFebruary 10, 2026 Over three days, 60 hospitalized adults receiving treatment for acute mental illness participated in 20-minute sessions, with loneliness measured before and after each visit using validated assessment tools.
Confidence through education, training focus of WVCFebruary 10, 2026Dr. Anthony Pease of the Viticus Group gives an exclusive sneak peek of the upcoming Western Veterinary Conference (WVC), tackling innovations in continuing education, latest exhibitor offerings, and exciting social events. Plus, a look at what to expect at the group's Nashville expansion.
FDA approves generic NSAID for post-op pain and inflammation in catsFebruary 10, 2026 The product is indicated for the control of postoperative pain and inflammation associated with orthopedic surgery, ovariohysterectomy, and castration in cats at least four months old and weighing at least 5.5 lbs.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTech Talk: A case against Arizona's 'hours vs education' billFebruary 5, 2026By Jennifer Serling, MVEd, BVSc, AAS, CVT, RVT, VTESCritics of SB 1144 emphasize workforce shortages are real but argue they should be addressed through solutions that strengthen, rather than weaken, professional standards. Proposed alternatives include increasing wages and benefits, expanding access to accredited programs, offering tuition assistance, improving workplace conditions, and developing structured apprenticeship models that complement formal education.
FDA approves drug to control seizures in dogs with idiopathic epilepsyFebruary 3, 2026The potassium bromide chewable tablet is available only by prescription to reduce the risk of intoxication, which can occur when high levels of bromide overwhelm the nervous system.
USDA approves new oral Bordetella vaccine for dogsFebruary 1, 2026The oral vaccine is reportedly the first USDA-licensed ½ mL oral Bordetella bronchiseptica vaccine for dogs and is designed to “reduce adverse reactions by removing unwanted protein and debris and to improve patient comfort.”
