VPN Plus+ ExclusiveValentine's Day hazards infographic downloadJanuary 28, 2026Help clients keep love in the air on Valentine's Day! On a day filled with chocolates, roses, and other pet no-nos, this infographic reminds clients of the signs of chocolate toxicity and which other foods and decorations they need to keep out of reach. Feel free to post in your waiting room, on your socials, or use as an email blast to clients!
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveUnraveling pelvic limb dysfunction in a young canine patientJanuary 21, 2026This article features a puppy with an acute, progressive onset of pelvic limb dysfunction. The purpose of this article is to guide the reader through: 1)The process of determining the affected anatomic region 2) Generating a list of differential diagnoses 3) Determining the diagnostic plan 4) Formulating treatment options
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveFebruary pet- and vet-related calendarJanuary 20, 2026For clients whose pets are their Valentines, there are even more days in February to celebrate their love of pets. National Love Your Pet Day, National Walk Your Dog Day and even World Spay Day are among them. And there’s even a day our canine friends are sure to love—National National Dog Biscuit Day. To make participation easy, we include ready-to-use templates for social media posts and email blasts so clinics can engage clients without extra effort.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveFlea protection for cats and dogs more than just a FADJanuary 16, 2026This re-emerging pathogen is commonly referred to as cat flea typhus, R. felis rickettsiosis, or flea-borne spotted fever, with the first documented human cases in 2000. Clinical signs of Rickettsial felis infection in people generally present with typical flu-like symptoms such as headache, fever, and muscle aches/pains. The cat flea is a confirmed biological vector with the ability to transmit vertically throughout 12 generations sans taking a meal.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveUpdates on Spay/Neuter RecommendationsJanuary 15, 2026n this session: The World Small Animal Veterinary Association published Reproduction Control Guidelines in 2024. These guidelines included decision-making recommendations for reproduction control in dogs and cats that differ from the traditional recommendation to prepubertally spay/neuter. Michelle Anne Kutzler, BVS, DVM, PhD, MBA, focuses on the decision-making recommendations in light of the most current research related to some of the long-term adverse health effects of gonad removal.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveEight annoying new client questions and demandsJanuary 7, 2026By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBAHonestly, there’s not much more we can do except behave empathetically, even when we want to throw our stethoscope across the room and storm out. Indeed, after my third ivermectin conversation last week I nearly lost it. The pause was long and uncomfortable but I recovered and explained the research. I even invited them to hit up Chat GPT for advice on the subject.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveNeonatal Care and ResuscitationJanuary 2, 2026In this session: Marco Bregliano, DVM, DACT, covers normal neonatal parameters and specific neonatal care needs, as well as understanding neonatal care resuscitation, and the necessary supplies and equipment for resuscitation.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveNon-Surgical Treatment Options for Pyometra and Pregnancy TerminationDecember 26, 2025Bruce Christensen, DVM, MS, DACT, discusses reasons for considering medical options over surgical spay for cases of canine pyometra and pregnancy termination. Dr. Christensen will then explain the available medical treatment options including protocols, efficacy, and side effects. These include prostaglandins, dopamine agonists, steroids, and progesterone receptor blockers.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveTech Talk: What new vet tech hires need most in their first 90 daysDecember 24, 2025By Beckie Mossor, BIS, MPA, RVTThe truth is simple: early success for new credentialed veterinary technicians isn’t about toughness; it’s about thoughtful, compassionate structure. When we build systems that honor what new grads truly need, we don’t just retain employees: We build empowered professionals who stay, grow, and ultimately become the mentors the next generation deserves.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveJanuary pet- and vet-related calendarDecember 17, 2025 January invites us to celebrate dogs, cats, and exotics. This month includes Appreciate a Dragon Day to spotlight bearded dragons, while Kiss a Ginger Day can highlight those derpy orange cats. We also acknowledge National Cuddle Up Day, National Bird Day and Squirrel Appreciation Day—even if dogs don't agree. And you can use the social media and email blast templates to engage clients without extra effort.
