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Dogs, kids, wine, and everything's fine: A quarantine poem
One veterinarian and practice owner uses poetry and humor to share what it might be like to be a veterinarian in quarantine.
The collapse of the noncompete in veterinary practice
For many years veterinary practice associates were at the mercy of their noncompete agreement. That’s not quite the case anymore. Here’s why.
The unexpected joys of Friday afternoon
An afternoon of errands turns into a full-on gamble—with wins all around.
The WSAVA 2021 World Congress goes hybrid
This new hybrid conference model will allow delegates with travel restrictions a chance to engage online and those who can make the trip, face-to-face interaction.
Hatching poultry services in your veterinary practice
Companion animal practitioners can take poultry under their wing by incorporating into their practice medical care for these birds and by counseling clients on proper fowl husbandry.
Episode 19: A closer look at veterinary bandage art
On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, artist and emergency department technician in human medicine Jack DeWees talks with Dr. Christman about his newfound passion—veterinary bandage art.
This week on dvm360: New podcast episodes and much more
Check out this week's news lineup.
Texas Tech opens new veterinary school
Texas Tech University’s School of Veterinary Medicine will start with an inaugural class of approximately 60 students in fall 2021.
This week's headlines, plus a diversity panel discussion
Check out this week's top veterinary headlines.
COVID-19: Safety hacks for your veterinary practice
When push comes to shove, as it has with COVID-19, the veterinary profession plows ahead, identifying innovative ways to get the job done while forging ever-stronger bonds with clients.
Fetch dvm360 hosts its first student diversity panel
Four students weigh in on diversity, equity, and inclusion in veterinary school, and share their own unique journey to veterinary medicine.
The future of virtual care in veterinary medicine
Interested in implementing a telehealth component to your practice, but not sure where to start? The Veterinary Virtual Care Association is here to help.
Veterinary abdominal radiography tips
Radiography is an integral diagnostic tool in companion animal practice. Here are brief guidelines for obtaining the most useful images of the abdomen in dogs and cats.
A veterinarian shortage could cost 75 million pets their access to care by 2030
Banfield Pet Hospital announces its plan to increase the pipeline of veterinary professionals and to tackle diversity, equity, and inclusion issues.
Study evaluates adverse effects of CBD in dogs and cats
CBD-rich, hemp-based nutraceuticals appear to be relatively safe in healthy dogs and cats, but dogs seem to absorb CBD better than cats.
The Dilemma: All in the family?
The pros and cons of hiring relatives at your veterinary practice.
Episode 17: Prebiotics and the oral microbiome in dogs and cats
On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, microbiologist and entrepreneur Emily Stein, PhD, shares her knowledge about the oral microbiome and offers advice for fighting harmful oral bacteria in pets.
Celebrating World Rabies Day with 5 must-read rabies articles
In honor of this special day, here are 5 articles that detail some of the latest information about this deadly zoonotic disease, plus recent efforts to stop it in its tracks.
This week on dvm360
Here's a sneak peek at this week's coverage of the veterinary industry.
Merck Animal Health awards 18 bovine veterinary student scholarships
All recipients received an AABP Veterinary Student Recognition Award and shared $90,000 in scholarship funds.
News wrap-up: This week's headlines, plus creating change within the profession
Check out this week's top headlines.
Episode 16: The latest on disk herniation in dachshunds
In this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Dr. Christman is joined by Fred Wininger, VMD, MS, DACVIM (Neurology), who shares his extensive knowledge about intervertebral disk disease in dachshunds.
The importance of pain assessment in rehabilitation patients
A look at the causes and effects of pain, and how to assess your patients before beginning rehab.
Improving outcomes for patients in respiratory distress
Veterinary teams must be prepared to provide immediate triage and assessment for patients that are having difficulty breathing.
How your online presence can make your practice shine
To stand out from the crowd, veterinary practices must take advantage of every online opportunity to showcase their offerings and exceptional service.
If drug-resistant pyoderma scares you, don’t panic. Plan.
Advice from a veterinary dermatologist for treating drug-resistant skin infections in your patients while protecting their owners and your staff from possible exposure.
Episode 15: Using technology to improve veterinary practice efficiency
On this episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Dr. Christman talks with Andrew Luna from Vetstoria about the many ways technology can be used to increase productivity in veterinary practice.
Surviving back to school in 2020
The year that most of us would rather forget is challenging us once again to adapt and overcome. Here is some advice for maintaining sanity in your home as kids return to school.
An overdue awakening: Addressing systemic racism in veterinary medicine
The demand for equity, diversity, and inclusion is being heard throughout the nation. In the veterinary profession, affinity groups are demanding less talk and more action.
Practicing gratitude in hard times
How to change your outlook and maintain gratitude when the going gets tough.