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Cushing's on the rise? Expert observations on the disease
Why you may be seeing more cases, better insight into causes and best treatment practices-plus exclusive bonus material on Dr. David Bruyette, the Cushing superfan.
Weird veterinary emergencies: Things that AREN'T dog food
Some of the oddities Dr. Garret Pachtinger has seen involve consumed foreign bodies for sure, but sometimes the underlying cause is downright illicit.
Veterinary technician or nurse? We asked, you answered
Data from the 2016 Firstline Career Path Study shows a clear preference for a term. Can you guess which one?
Which way is up? Navigating dental radiography orientation
Sometimes it can be difficult to figure out which side of the mouth youre looking at on a radiograph. Mary Berg, RVT, VTS (dentistry) shares tips to make it easier on yourself.
Mad about you
His advice is for associates, but anyone in veterinary practice could benefit from Bash Halow's horror story and advice on dealing with someone else's anger.
Think like a horse doctor: Be transparent
Equine hospitals are ahead of the curve, says architect Heather Lewis. Their DVMs are used to doing more and more of their work in front of clients. Small animal veterinarians could be next ...
Your pet swallowed what?
Weird tales for the world from veterinary imaging.
Make vaccine compliance easy for clients
What's old hat for your staff is a total mystery to pet owners.
It's all about that sit, 'bout that sit-no jumping!
Luring, capturing, and shaping: Do you know these training techniques?
Coffee on the Couch: A conversation with Bash Halow, LVT, CVPM
Technicians, veterinary assistants, receptionistslisten up! There's fertile soil for career growthhere's where (and how) to plant your seeds.
Vetcetera: Do I have a dangerous dog?
Four key areas can help you assess the danger for future behavior and whether a dog can safely stay in a home.
Technicians: Step up your exit strategy
Move 'em on, head 'em up
Facility conversion: Take it to the bank
Deposit your practice in one of these buildings.
Don't turn your back on exotic-animal pain
Won't somebody please think of the rabbits, ferrets, rats ...?
5 drugs in my cat pain toolbox
It didnt pain us (were here all week, folks) to talk to physical rehabilitation expert Jane Huntingford, DVM, DACVMR, about what she uses to manage feline patients chronic pain.
Goodness gracious, it's pemphigus foliaceus
Five pointers on managing this common autoimmune dermatologic disease from veterinary dermatologist Dr. Paul Bloom.
Who needs an ultrasound machine?
Two practice management gurus think the answer might be you.
The biggest mistake veterinary receptionists make
Receptionists and managers: You'll be amazed how easy it is to spiff up your veterinary hospital communication.
Design trend: Getting more bang for your buck
Building and running a practice is all about efficiency these days, veterinary architect Dan Chapel explains.
Ack! How do you spell that again?
All of that clinical terminology-no one gets it right all the time.
How Patches got her pizzazz back
Take a multimodal approach to arthritis and get cats back to their fine feline ways.
Learn to lead in 4 minutes or less
Be your "authentic self" and watch what happens
Three words: Call. Your. Vet.
Tired of being accosted in the grocery store? Oblivious pet owners interrupting your nice, calm yoga class? Here's how to deal.
2 skills veterinary associates need
Clinical skill and medical knowledge are givens. But you need to show pet owners you're human. To build trust and relationships, they need to know.
That'll be how much?!!! Pro tips to present a veterinary dental treatment plan
"Blah, blah, blah $$$$$$$$$." Is this what clients hear when you present your treatment plan? Use these pro tips to cut through the sticker shock and focus on the high-quality care you offer.
Identifying pain: Hints from the obscure (cats) to the sad (dogs)
An attempt to decipher the enigma that is pain in pets.
The No. 1 thing veterinary team members can do to reduce pet fear
Adopt a Fear Free mindset and make a change today.
No meat? All meat? (Neither, please)
Veterinary clients can go to opposite sides of a spectrum in diet preferences for their pets. But who's really in control?
You're not "selling"you're educating
Selling doesn't have to be feel bad
Do I need a therapy laser?
High dollar doorstop or crucial tool?