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Maintaining a lean body condition is the only proven method of delaying and reducing the severity of osteoarthritis, says Kristin Kirkby Shaw, DVM, PhD, MS, DACVS-SA, DACVSMR, in this interview

Visible particulate matter was observed in 2 products containing dexmedetomidine hydrochloride injection 0.5 mg/mL for dogs and cats.

Internships should help prepare veterinarians for high-quality service in practice or advanced specialty training, according to the new guidelines

Steven Ringold, DVM, DACVR, discusses his Fetch On-Demand lecture and what attendees can learn from it.

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Sample analysis is critical for diagnosing hepatic disease

Aaron Shaw, OTR/L, CHT, CSCS, shares exercises that veterinary professionals can incorporate into their routines to reduce injuries associated with patient handling

Zoetis launched the campaign following updated American Association of Equine Practitioners Internal Parasite Control Guidelines that emphasize growing anthelmintic resistance

Lola, a 9-year-old golden retriever, was referred to UC Davis William R. Pritchard Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital after she was diagnosed with oral melanoma

A recent study explored how large companies producing meals for animals communicate their sustainability practices

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David Dycus, DVM, MS, CCRP, DACVS-SA, outlines key tips to safeguard a pet’s joint health

The new service provides quick real-time payments during critical cases where treatment is more than $1000

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Ellen Behrend, VMD, PhD, MS, DACVIM (SAIM), discusses what to monitor in cats on SGLT2 inhibitors, and how it differs from the monitoring required for patients on insulin

The economic impact is estimated to surpass $600 million in honey production, pollination income, and costs to replace colonies

All 29 public veterinary hospitals across the United States are accepting CareCredt from clients

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

The latest updates relating to animal care establishments

The Veterinary Hospital Managers Association recently introduced a new certification, the Certified Veterinary Office Manager

The transcatheter edge-to-edge repair procedure is a minimally invasive treatment for mitral regurgitation

A passion for animals sparked a career that led to a lifelong commitment to advocating for veterinary receptionists

Joya Griffin, DVM, DACVD, talks about diagnostic diet trials for young patients and those with nonseasonal itching

The top 5 states with ‘veterinary deserts’ are California, Illinois, Florida, Texas, and New York

Utah’s first 4-year veterinary school received the Letter of Reasonable Assurance from the American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education last month

APHIS postponed the effective date of the act regulations into early 2026

There are multiple low- and no-cost ways to build a more sustainable practice while saving money

Separation and attachment behaviors was the most reported issue in dogs

A nanoparticle-based vaccine candidate for H5N1 avian influenza achieved 100% protection in preclinical trials, offering hope amid rising infections across species and concerns over zoonotic spread

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