Role of pets in mental health supports highlighted in new online resourceNovember 4, 2025Developed in response to growing demand for resources, the online hub features educational materials on the science of the human-animal bond, animal-assisted interventions, and mental health guidance for pet owners.
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How to handle the very 'worst' days in practiceSeptember 3, 2025"If you are even in need of a helping hand and a shoulder to cry on, help is to be had. Never forgo the help of a colleague, friend, family member or professional ... Nothing is ever so bad it can’t be managed."
5 emotional triggers in the vet workplace (and how to defuse them)July 30, 2025Dr. Patty Khuly offers advice on looking at the sources of burnout, recognizing and addressing them before they impact your career, family, and well-being.
Spotting burnout: 12 signs to look for and how to manage itJune 25, 2025Dr. Patty Khuly lets us in on some tips to spot burnout—in ourselves as in others—so we can address it before direct, end-stage consequences ensue.
Anxiety-related claims in U.S. pets rise by 93 percent, data showsJune 17, 2025 Pet anxiety claims are soaring —see which breeds and states are most affected and how veterinarians can help.
A case study on the benefits of redefining victory in vet medJune 4, 2025Discover how shifting from a scarcity mindset to a success mindset can help transform your work, fuel resilience, and inspire growth across your entire team.
How practice design impacts your teamJune 2, 2025Improving working conditions can involve multiple elements, including design and workflow. Check out the changes you can implement in your clinic.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTech Talk: NAVTA surveys say some things change, some stay the sameMay 22, 2025By Beckie Mossor, MPA, RVTThe National Association of Veterinary Technicians in America (NAVTA) 2024 Demographic Survey provides an opportunity to better understand the current veterinary technician landscape and a valuable opportunity to compare the profession’s evolution since the 2022 survey.
Alcoholism and addiction in vet med: 6 myths on substance abuse in veterinariansMay 21, 2025Dr. Patty Khuly offers some helpful info on the 'pervasive' problem of alcoholism and addiction in the industry, including a brief list of myths regarding the average drug- and alcohol-addicted veterinarian.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveFront desk fallout: why CSRs burn out fasterMay 13, 2025CSRs carry the emotional weight of client expectations and often deal with the fallout of complex or even abusive interactions. In addition to the increasing demands of digital communication—answering emails and texts, managing online reviews, and fielding social media messages—it becomes clear the role of modern the CSR is highly complex.
