Authors


Shawn P. Messonnier, DVM

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Coenzyme Q10 use in pets

Your veterinarian just prescribed coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) for your pet. How will it help?


Kristen Coppock, MA, Associate Editorial Director

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Avoid Halloween horrors with client communication

Education is important and reminders are key for keeping patients safe during the holiday season


Harry Cridge, MVB, MS, PG Cert Vet Ed, DACVIM (SAIM), DECVIM-CA, FHEA, MRCVS

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Management of pancreatitis in dogs and the role of PANOQUELL®-CA1 (fuzapladib sodium for injection)

Fuzapladib sodium for injection can help manage clinical signs associated with the acute onset of pancreatitis, a common disorder in canine patients


Heather Timmerman, DVM

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Case study: Linear foreign body in feline patients

Objects can get caught around the base of the tongue, knot up in the stomach, and become lodged in the pylorus or further down in the gastrointestinal tract


Kelly Rayon, AIA, NCARB, LEED GA

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Establishing a strong framework

Identifying organizational goals defines a clear path for a practice and lays a solid foundation for design conversations


Andrea Johnson, DVM

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Fear Free for all

The importance of lowering the stress level for pets, clients, and the whole veterinary team



Ava Landry, PharmD candidate

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Prioritizing welfare: key issues facing small mammal pets

Study results indicate an urgent need for education, regulation, and care standards for these animals


Lathe Bigler

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A turning point for onsite pharmacies arrives: e-prescribing for veterinarians

Advances in technology reduce inefficiencies, saving time and money


Jill Clark, DVM

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It's time for evidence-based continuing education for CSRs

Jill Clark, DVM, returns to the Vet Blast Podcast to discuss client service representative education and why it is needed


Kelley Detweiler

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Updates on xylazine regulation in the US and UK

As the UK leads the charge on banning xylazine, Peter Weinstein, DVM, MBA, and Kelley Detweiler talk about what's next for the US


Nicole Naporowska, PharmD Candidate

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Inside the challenges of feline dystocia

A new study aims to improve understanding of occurrence and management of the condition


Janine Malloy 

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Five silent revenue drains and ways to plug them

Veterinary practices could be leaking revenue, adding up to significant losses. Technology can stop the leaks.


Andrew Rosenberg, DVM, DACVD

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Podcast CE: Using Novel Targeted Treatment for Canine Allergic and Atopic Dermatitis

Andrew Rosenberg, DVM, DAVD, and Adam Christman, DVM, MBA, talk about shortcomings of treatments approved for canine allergic and atopic dermatitis and react to the availability of a novel JAK inhibitor.


Michael D. Lucroy, DVM, MS, DACVIM (oncology)

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When an oncology referral isn’t in the cards

You’ve just made a cancer diagnosis and offered an oncology referral to the owner, but they won’t go. Now what?


Lori Kogan, PhD

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Helping dogs beat the heat and survive extreme weather events

Dog owners face challenges with heat and disasters, lacking knowledge on heat-related illness and emergency preparedness, making veterinary guidance essential.


Michael Tokiwa, DVM

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The impact of "vetflation"

What is vetflation, and how can it impact your patients, clients, staff, and practice?


Dylan DeCandia, PharmD Candidate

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Horse owners’ confidence with common analgesia medications

A study from Washington State University displays results of how horse owners administer analgesia medications after receiving a prescription


Carly Raspante, DVM Candidate

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How to create successful externships

What makes a good externship, from a veterinary student’s perspective


Clayton Greenway, DVM, DACVECC

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How to manage recurrent urinary tract infections

Here’s what you need to know about treating uncomplicated UTIs and recurrent infections.


Jennifer Quammen, DVM, MPH

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Grit, grace, and growth

Jennifer Quammen, DVM, MPH, shares more on her diverse career in veterinary medicine, finding joy in your work, and more on this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast presented by dvm360


Andrea Pace, CVT, VTS (ECC)

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Common signs of gastric dilatation volvulus

Andrea Pace, CVT, VTS (ECC), details symptoms of GDV in dogs, and explains why this condition is considered a surgical emergency


Christian M. Leutenegger, BSc, DrMedVet, PhD, FVH

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COVID-19 and animals: Then and now

One year later, experts have a better view of the path ahead.


Kelly Chappell, DVM, DACVIM (Small Animal)

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From soil to systemic disease

Understanding and managing valley fever in veterinary patients.


Jess Trimble, DVM

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How should you charge for your digital expertise?

Smart reimbursement strategies for adapting to telehealth


Meghan Herron, DVM, DACVB, FFCV

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Understanding the dominance theory in animal behavior

Meghan Herron, DVM, DACVB, FFCV, discusses behavior that may be perceived as projecting dominance, and how human reaction to this perception can affect the bond between a pet and its’ owner.


Nicole Shuey, BS, CVT, VTS (Anesthesia & Analgesia)

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Sweet dreams: Use of low-dose dexmedetomidine for perioperative management of canine insulinoma

Judicious use of dexmedetomidine can be a useful adjunct in the management of dogs undergoing surgery to remove this pancreatic tumor.


Nicola Wood

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Plant powered medicine

The primate's guide to healing with nature


Dan Croft

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How veterinary practices can thrive despite COVID-19

A healthcare financial expert shares strategies for increasing sales and traffic at your practice despite changes brought on by the pandemic.


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