VPN Plus+ ExclusiveMarch pet- and vet-related holidaysFebruary 13, 2025From days focusing on cats, puppies, K9 veterans and valued employees, March is hopping with things to celebrate. This month also includes Easter and a reminder for the time change! Now featuring social media post templates!
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveThe fight between generalists vs. specialistsFebruary 12, 2025By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBAWho does the heavy lifting in veterinary medicine? I argue it’s the generalists vs. specialists who do the bulk of the work and make the biggest difference in the lives of animals. They treat more than just the tippy top of the iceberg of patients who enjoy the great luck of belonging to those who can fork over $10,000 for a TPLO or $20,000 for spinal surgery.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveApproach to Acute Respiratory Distress in CatsFebruary 11, 2025In this session: Being presented with a cat in acute respiratory distress can be distressing for us. Claire Sharp, BSc, BVMS, MS, DACVECC, reviews a simple and systematic approach to diagnosing and treating cats in respiratory distress. The focus is on localizing the problem within the respiratory tract, which allows targeted diagnostics and early treatment.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveOvercoming the neurologic disease severity-prognosis mismatch – Part twoFebruary 7, 2025What is your perspective on the severity of Pablo’s traumatic brain injury? The practitioner is directed toward several important parts of his examination that could be misinterpreted. What about Bear's injuries?
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveHypersomatotropism: A Common Cause of Diabetes Mellitus in CatsFebruary 6, 2025In this session: Jocelyn Mott, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), FACVIM (feline and canine diabetes), discusses diagnosis, management, treatment goals and monitoring cats with hypersomatotropism and diabetes mellitus (HS-DM).
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTech Talk: 44 increased skills/volunteer opportunities you can achieve and exploreJanuary 29, 2025By Jamie Rauscher, LVTVolunteering in leadership roles within the field of veterinary medicine is a profoundly rewarding endeavour that offers many benefits both for the individual and the profession at large. The advantages of stepping into a leadership role are extensive, from enhancing professional skills and career opportunities to fostering personal growth and contributing to the community. This article will delve into how volunteering in such capacities can shape your career, enrich your personal life, and drive the advancement of veterinary medicine.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveFeline Idiopathic Cystitis: Background and Current TherapeuticsJanuary 28, 2025In this session: Allison Kendall, DVM, MS, DACVIM, explores the challenging clinical condition of feline idiopathic cystitis (FIC), focusing on its diagnosis and the range of current therapeutic options. Topics will include strategies for managing stress and alleviating pain, along with an introduction to emerging treatments such as low-dose radiation therapy, supported by recent study findings.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveVideo series demonstrates 3 massage therapy techniquesJanuary 24, 2025In the Surgical Insights column of the February 2025 issue of Veterinary Practice News, Michael Petty, DVM, addressed using rehab therapy, including massage, in post-op patients. In a VPN Plus+ exclusive, Dr. Petty shares three videos to demonstrate his techniques.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveOvercoming the neurologic disease severity-prognosis mismatch – part 1January 23, 2025As practitioners, we often correlate the severity of presentation with prognosis. Although the prognosis of many neurologic diseases is correlated with the severity of signs, there are many important exceptions. These are referred to in this article as “severity-prognosis mismatch” conditions.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveFebruary pet- and vet-related calendarJanuary 17, 2025February is known for Valentine's Day, and there are several days that acknowledge our love for pets -- including National Love Your Pet Day! Dogs get some extra attention with Walk Your Dog Day and National Dog Biscuit Day. Use this calendar to provide your staff with fun ideas for in-clinic mixers, photo contests, or social media posts.
