Canine seizure med OKed by FDA
Phenobarbital tablets (Fidoquel-CA1, Genus Lifesciences, Inc.) have been grated conditional approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the control of seizures in dogs with idiopathic epilepsy.
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K9-handler duos compete at USPCA event in Alabama
The 2023 United States Police Canine Association (USPCA) PD1 K9 Nationals hosts more than 100 police dogs and their handlers to vie for ‘top dog’ spot.
Addressing rural vet shortages focus of bipartisan bill
The Rural Veterinary Workforce Act, formerly known as the Veterinary Medicine Loan Repayment Program (VMLRP) Enhancement Act, has been reintroduced in both the House and the Senate.
Retail giant opens its first pet center in Dallas
The Walmart Pet Services Center opens its pilot branch in Georgia, offering veterinary care and grooming services in a dedicated storefront.
How best to survive a license complaint
Although a license complaint from their state’s veterinary board is among the few things every veterinarian fears more than almost any other professional calamity, it is rare for veterinarians to lose licensure as a result of a complaint.
Genomics is too important to ignore
Genomics is simply the study of DNA’s effects on and interactions with all the other systems within a biological organism. What makes this field especially exciting right now is the sheer number of breakthroughs and practical applications making their way into human medical practice—and slowly but surely into veterinary practices.
How many new veterinary schools do we need?
Do we really have a shortage of veterinarians? The answer is multifactorial and complex, but it certainly feels like a shortage to most of us. Yet, I can’t help but interpret the fundamental trends that fuel this feeling as stemming from fewer veterinary hours worked and decreased productivity overall—not from a lack of bodies.
Feline pet insurance brand finds buyer
Independence Pet Group (IPG) has expanded its offerings by way of the acquisition of feline-focused pet insurance brand Felix.
October pet- and vet-related calendar
For October, the 31st is a big day everyone knows about. But the 21st is a big day in the pet world, with National Fetch Day, National Reptile Day, and National Pets for Veterans Day. It also has some serious themes to be aware of, as well, in the industry, including Mental Health Day, and, of course, National Vet Tech Week. Looking for social media post ideas or promotions for your clinic? Here are some more “out of the box” holidays to showcase! No tricks, only treats!
October pet- and vet-related calendar
For October, the 31st is a big day everyone knows about. But the 21st is a big day in the pet world, with National Fetch Day, National Reptile Day, and National Pets for Veterans Day. It also has some serious themes to be aware of, as well, in the industry, including Mental Health Day, and, of course, National Vet Tech Week. Looking for social media post ideas or promotions for your clinic? Here are some more “out of the box” holidays to showcase! No tricks, only treats!