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.
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Improved kitten care highlighted in new reportMay 7, 2026The ‘World of the Kitten Report’ offers an evidence-based guide to equip veterinary teams with expert insights into optimal kitten growth, nutrition, socialization, and care. Learn more about the report highlights.
Pet-inclusive housing focus of recent industry forumMay 7, 2026The event concluded with the announcement of a new coalition supporting practical, evidence-based policies to expand access to pet-inclusive housing.
IV-delivered therapy for canine OA advances toward FDA approvalMay 7, 2026A study of intravenous uterine-derived mesenchymal stromal cells (UMSCs) in dogs with “naturally occurring OA” reportedly shows improvements in pain and mobility, with no serious treatment-related adverse events.
FDA clears first drug for both noise aversion and separation anxiety in dogsMay 7, 2026This approval marks the first medication approved by the agency for the treatment of both conditions in canine patients. Learn more about its indication.
WordRx: Your dose of veterinary wordplayMay 5, 2026Challenge your veterinary vocabulary! This fun, quick Wordle-style quiz keeps your brain sharp. Don’t worry—this isn’t serious business, just a little fun for vets who love words!
House advances Farm Bill with key veterinary provisionsMay 5, 2026The legislation includes measures to strengthen dog importation standards, support animal disease prevention and traceability, and sustain workforce programs aimed at rural veterinary shortages.
Gut-skin axis focus of upcoming global symposiumMay 4, 2026The continuing education event will feature more than 10 experts on topics, such as the skin-microbe interaction in allergic disease, skin health and defense, updates on canine atopic dermatitis, nutritional considerations for supporting skin barrier function, among others.
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.
WordRx: Your dose of veterinary wordplayApril 28, 2026Challenge your veterinary vocabulary! This fun, quick Wordle-style quiz keeps your brain sharp. Don’t worry—this isn’t serious business, just a little fun for vets who love words!
