VPN Plus+ ExclusiveChronic Otitis Externa: Strategies for Better CareMay 22, 2026In this session: Valerie Fadok, DVM, PhD., DACVD (Dermatology), discusses an approach to chronic otitis externa or recurrent otitis to help prevent progression to the end-stage ear.
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTech Talk: 10 things veterinary practices should know about new credentialed techniciansMay 21, 2026By Jennifer Serling, MVEd, BVSc, AAS, CVT, RVT, VTESNAVTA president explores the most common misconceptions veterinary practices have about new technicians, with particular attention to education, credentialing, and onboarding, and provides some practical strategies to address them. "It's time to let go of the 'this is the way we have always done it' way of thinking.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveGo from a 'general practice' to 'go-to practice' with unique offeringsMay 14, 2026We’ve also seen a shift in the type of applicants we attract. Candidates who are passionate about specific areas; whether they are rehabilitation, acupuncture, or advanced anesthesia, are drawn to practices where they can explore those interests. They seek out our hospital directly from school or after working in other clinics and feeling that day-to-day grind burnout.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveJune pet-related holidays — from specific days to the whole monthMay 13, 2026Humans have June holidays with graduations and Father's Day, but there are plenty of pet days to celebrate, too! Doing double duty for staff members and pets are Cancer Survivors Day and Best Friends Day. Show your team the practice is a welcome and safe space all year-round with June’s PTSD Awareness Month and Pride Month. Sample media post templates and emails are below for your convenience. Use this calendar to schedule events or just display it in your waiting room for clients to learn something fun.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveRenal Disease - Protecting the Kidneys During General AnesthesiaMay 12, 2026In this session: Kris Kruse Elliott, DVM, PhD, DACVAA, reviews peri-anesthetic management of patients with pre-existing renal disease with an emphasis on protecting renal function through careful planning for anesthesia, monitoring of the anesthetized patient and individualized fluid therapy. She discusses acute vs. chronic disease, core anesthetic priorities, fluid therapy, and perioperative management of patients with renal disease.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveAvian Anesthesia BasicsMay 8, 2026n this session: Â Emi Knafo, DVM, Dipl. ACZM, discusses avian anesthesia, covering avian respiratory anatomy, basic anesthesia equipment, principles of safe anesthesia, as well as some guidelines and recommendations for anesthetic and analgesic protocols.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveVCPR 101, and why it's ancient historyMay 7, 2026By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBAwe can now establish VCPRs online in California or Florida, but the new definitions for the VCPR make it harder for all veterinarians to get into trouble for issuing refills without physically re-examining patients—even for those they might have examined as recently as the day before.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveDiagnosing CCDS depends on first establishing definitionsApril 29, 2026Olby’s interest in canine cognitive health and cognitive dysfunction spurred her decision to create diagnostic standards for CCDS due to the difficulties primary veterinarians were experiencing in discerning CCDS from normal aging in dogs.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveRecognizing animal abuse and One Health concernsApril 24, 2026In cases where you suspect hoarding is playing a role in any negligent animal care, getting animal control (or related entities) involved, as well as law enforcement and public health representatives, is paramount because the health of the individual and anyone else living in the home, as well as the animals, is at great risk. Ultimately, it is a true One Health risk, with environmental concerns in the home, and animal and human health challenges.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTiny Hearts, Big Problems: Cardiovascular Disease in Zoological Companion AnimalsApril 22, 2026In this session: Sarah Ozawa, DVM, DACZM, reviews a select number of cardiovascular diseases in zoological companion animal species, such as rabbits, bearded dragons, and parrots in a case-based format. This lecture will focus on the disease types, etiology (if known!) and key anatomical differences of these species. We will also discuss any differences in diagnosis from dogs and cats and discuss treatment options or preventive measures if available.
