How to boost your flea and tick complianceMarch 16, 2023You advise protecting pets year-round from fleas and ticks, but pet owners average six doses per year.
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveIs it time for the U.S. to go Dutch?March 16, 2023By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBAAs veterinary professionals, we’re on the front lines of this debate. We know exactly how certain physical traits translate physiology to pathology. Of course, it is not just the brachycephalics. We see the influence of breed-related genetic disease multiple times every single day, often many times per patient. We see it so often that, like frogs in a pot, we have become mostly inured to it.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveApril pet- and vet-related calendarMarch 15, 2023Looking for new ideas for clinic specials or social media posts? April has tons of options! Consider partnering with a local shelter or rescue for National Volunteer Week. Or run a microchipping promotion for National Pet ID Week. You can also do tie-ins related to National Heartworm Awareness Month or Hairball Awareness Day -- and many others! Use this calendar to schedule photo contests, social medial posts, or just display it in your waiting room for clients to learn something fun.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveDental Nerve Blocks for Zen AnesthesiaMarch 15, 2023Stefanie Perry, CVT, explores the different site and drug choices to perform safe dental nerve blocks in dogs and cats by identifying risk factors, adverse effects, and contraindications.
A veterinarian's creative journeyMarch 15, 2023Bruce Tarkington, DVM, had an affinity for art since childhood, but waited until retirement to make his creative dreams come true.
Vet techs' expertise, opinions sought by AAHAMarch 14, 2023Veterinary technicians interested in having a say in the development of industry-wide standards, guidelines, and other resources are invited to apply for a newly created leadership position at the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA).
Celeb-backed physical activity challenge supports pets in needMarch 13, 2023An initiative with the dual goal of encouraging physical activity and protecting homeless pets has received a helping hand in the form of celebrity support.
Ensuring radiation safety in the practiceMarch 13, 2023Radiation from X-rays can injure your body by depositing energy in your cells, causing one or more electrons to be removed, thereby killing, or mutating the affected cells.
Deadly feline cancer may soon have new treatment optionsMarch 10, 2023Cats afflicted with a deadly type of cancer may soon have renewed hope, thanks to a promising new treatment being researched in Canada.
VBD screening critical to pet healthMarch 10, 2023Ticks can spread a variety of diseases. As their range expands throughout the country, it becomes more difficult to avoid encountering these adaptable parasites. With forecast maps from the Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) showing alarming changes in the regional distribution of vector-borne disease (VBD), the increased risk also poses new challenges for veterinary professionals.
