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Shelter Dog Adoptions Influenced More by Morphology Than BehaviorImproving a shelter dog’s behavior in the kennel may not improve their chances for adoption, according to a new study by Texas Tech and Arizona State University veterinary researchers.
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Cancer-Sniffing Dogs: Where Are We Today?Scientists are hard at work trying to harness dogs’ ability to detect cancer with their nose.
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Why Your Practice Needs Steady Cash FlowIt’s virtually impossible for a veterinary practice to be successful without cash flow. Having a steady income means owners can maintain the day-to-day business, make smart investments, and plan for future growth.
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Stranger Than Fiction: "There Are Teeth Marks on It!"A day off before a holiday weekend turns out to be a real lifesaver for one curious canine and his technician owner.
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A Promising Novel Treatment for Equine Herpesvirus MyeloencephalopathyA new therapy shows promise for reducing a serious neurologic complication that may result from the potentially deadly equine herpesvirus-1 infection.
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Dog Walking is Associated with Better Health in Older AdultsDog walking is positively correlated with the physical health of adults aged 50 years and older, according to a study recently published in The Gerontologist. However, the results did not show that dog ownership (as opposed to dog walking) was associated with better physical health.
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Applying Shark Science to Human HealthViewers of the Discovery Channel’s highly anticipated Shark Week may not know about the different role sharks play aside from teeth-thrashing and jaw-clamping they see on television.
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Unfolding the Mysteries of Pleural Space DiseaseA better understanding of possible causes of pleural space disease will help practitioners alleviate patient discomfort faster.
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14 Companies Illegally Selling Cancer Drugs Receive FDA Warning LettersThe FDA has issued 14 warning letters and 4 online advisory letters to US-based companies illegally selling more than 65 products with fraudulent claims that they cure cancer.
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The Beginner's Guide to Red WineTo some, red wine can seem daring, more refined and harder to understand than other kinds of wine, but don’t be discouraged. Here's everything you need to know about five common red wines to get started.
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Vet Technicians Can Play Vital Role In Improving Pain ControlBehavioral model reveals subconscious beliefs that restrict good pain management
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Getting Started With TelemedicineGiving clients access to you at their convenience offers a plethora of benefits for your patients, your clients, and your practice.
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Buying a Practice? This Mistake Could Cost YouBuying or leasing a new veterinary practice is a daunting task. Don’t go it alone.
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Pet Diet Can Contribute to Animal WellbeingEd Carlson, CVT, VTS (Nutrition), technician learning and development manager at Ethos Veterinary Health, explains the importance of feeding pets a complete and balanced diet.
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University Audiologists Assess, Assist Hearing-Impaired AnimalsAudiology students at 3 universities are administering hearing tests to animals through the FETCHLAB program.
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Beyond Gadgets and GizmosWe take a look at the potential impact of pet wearables on the veterinary practice of the future.
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How to Save For Your Future When You Have Veterinary School DebtWith the right plan in place, it’s possible to pay off your student loan debt, save for your future and have money to spend on the things you love.
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New IRS Rule Can Make Big Difference in 401(k) ContributionsPeople who’ve made both pretax and after-tax contributions to their workplace retirement plan can now easily separate them when rolling them over to traditional and Roth IRAs, thanks to a recent IRS ruling.
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Hyperthyroidism in cats linked to PBDE exposureInvestigators recently reported in Environmental Science & Technology that cats with hyperthyroidism had significantly higher serum levels of polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) than did euthyroid cats.
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Creating Your Career Blueprint: The Early Years of Practice OwnershipOutlining a strategic plan early in practice ownership provides an overall sense of direction toward future prosperity.
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How to Avoid Common Insulin Therapy ErrorsGiving proper advice to clients of diabetic pets requires an understanding of the many problems that can result from mistakes made in the choice, use, and monitoring of insulin.
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Attention, Managers: Are You Making These Leadership Errors?Managers can develop team members’ skills, knowledge and self-esteem, or they can create animosity, mistrust and doubt.
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Self-Employed Can Still Cut 2015 Taxes with a Retirement PlanSelf-employed people—from Uber drivers to high-powered consultants—need to save for retirement, and a tax-advantaged retirement plan is the best way.
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WVC 2017: Tips and Tricks for Managing Lumbosacral DiseaseAt WVC 2017, Dr. Sarah Moore delved into the diagnosis and treatment of degenerative lumbosacral stenosis in dogs.
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Testing a New Molecular Assay for Ehrlichia DetectionWhich is more useful in clinical practice—a newly designed TaqMan molecular diagnostic assay or commercially available technology?
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100 Tips to Support a Healthier LifestyleUse these tips provided by the AVMA to support a healthy lifestyle both at home and at your veterinary practice.
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Treatment of Feline Allergic AsthmaLifelong medical management can improve quantity and quality of life in cats with this common respiratory disorder.
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Kid Needs Money? Why a Loan Is Often Better Than a GiftGiving your son or daughter a loan can be mutually beneficial, but only if it's structure properly.
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Are Disease-Resistant Pigs the Future?Forget designer babies; let's talk about disease-resistant pigs.
