End-of-Life Care
Anyone who has ever put a beloved pet to sleep might wonder if there’s such a thing as a “good” euthanasia. Kathleen Cooney, DVM, MS, CHPV, a leading authority on companion animal euthanasia, says yes.
Antimicrobials
The concept of antimicrobial stewardship is relatively new, but antimicrobial resistance isn’t. “It’s been around since before we had antibiotics,” said J. Scott Weese, DVM, DVSc, DACVIM. He called antimicrobial resistance a natural phenomenon.
Before we get too far into the weeds—pun intended—let’s recap the important terminology and the endogenous system compounds from the cannabis plant. For clarity’s sake, this article will focus only on plant-derived products.
Haley Anslem, Veterinary Assistant at Lafaytette Veterinary Hospital in Lafayette, Louisiana, is the July 2022 EOTM Winner!
Wasting energy? Contaminating the soil, water and air? Making strides toward environmental sustainability benefits not only the earth but your hospital, clients, patients, and yourself. Learn from those who are being proactive.
Partnering with a significant other or close friend to own and operate an animal hospital can be a daunting undertaking. What’s the secret to running a successful business without destroying a personal relationship in the process? We spoke to owners of five AAHA-accredited practices to find out.
News briefs from across the industry and beyond. This month’s articles include:
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AAHA board member Cheryl Smith, CVPM, talks about the benefits of technology in the practice. Also, a leadership change is announced for JAAHA, and our latest Research Recap from the Omnibus Survey.
Why are veterinary clinics missing the mark when it comes to attracting job applicants online? It comes back to my favorite—often misunderstood—secret weapon for businesses: Good branding.
Whether or not your clinic has fully embraced everything that app-based technology has to offer, it’s hard to argue with the fact that it’s revolutionizing the way many veterinarians practice. Of course, pandemic-related restrictions ushered in a swell of new users because of the need for telehealth appointments, but these apps offer far more than the ability to video chat.
