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Bees, spiders, and cicadas — what if my pet eats one?!

Whether it’s the newsworthy cicadas and their 2024 double brood hatching or year-round bees, sometimes a pet finds a winged creature (or an eight-legged one!) a tasty snack. This infographic helps clients know what to look for if their pet eats an insect, when not to panic, and when to make an emergency visit. 

Bees, spiders, and cicadas — what if my pet eats one?!

Whether it’s the newsworthy cicadas and their 2024 double brood hatching or year-round bees, sometimes a pet finds a winged creature (or an eight-legged one!) a tasty snack. This infographic helps clients know what to look for if their pet eats an insect, when not to panic, and when to make an emergency visit. 

April pet- and vet-related calendar

Looking for new ideas for clinic specials or social media posts? April has tons of options! Consider partnering with a local shelter or rescue for National Volunteer Week.  Or run a microchipping promotion for National Pet ID Week. You can also do tie-ins related to National Heartworm Awareness Month or Hairball Awareness Day — and many others! Use this calendar to schedule photo contests, social medial posts, or just display it in your waiting room for clients to learn something fun.

April pet- and vet-related calendar

Looking for new ideas for clinic specials or social media posts? April has tons of options! Consider partnering with a local shelter or rescue for National Volunteer Week.  Or run a microchipping promotion for National Pet ID Week. You can also do tie-ins related to National Heartworm Awareness Month or Hairball Awareness Day — and many others! Use this calendar to schedule photo contests, social medial posts, or just display it in your waiting room for clients to learn something fun.

Addressing vertebral column diseases of French bulldogs

Within veterinary neurology, there is increasing awareness and concern over the neurologic conditions observed in French bulldogs. One in five French bulldogs develops at least one neurologic problem during its life. Susan A. Arnold, DVM, DACVIM (Neurology) presents a deep dive on vertebral column diseases in French bulldogs.

Video series: testicular block, ovarian block, and diffusion cathetor Managing pain for better surgical outcomes

In the October issue of Veterinary Practice News, Michael Petty, DVM, addressed how local blocks can be used to prevent pain in spay and neuter procedures. You can read the full article here. He also shared three videos to demonstrate his technique. They, along with some related text from the article for each video, appear below.

The procedure: orchidectomy

In either a dog or cat, the method is the same. After an alcohol prep, the …

Laser Therapy Master Class: Inflammation and Beyond

In this session: Laser therapy has been used in medicine for a long time, yet in the last decade there has been an explosion of pertinent research. Laurie McCauley, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRT, CVA, CVC, addresses the physiologic effects laser has on the body and move on to look at how and when to use laser therapy, from treating cancer, osteoarthritis, asthma, and so much more. From traumatic brain injuries to a tooth abscess, she will share insight on more ways to utilize your laser with solid research thrown in for fun.

Laser Therapy Master Class: Inflammation and Beyond

In this session: Laser therapy has been used in medicine for a long time, yet in the last decade there has been an explosion of pertinent research. Laurie McCauley, DVM, DACVSMR, CCRT, CVA, CVC, addresses the physiologic effects laser has on the body and move on to look at how and when to use laser therapy, from treating cancer, osteoarthritis, asthma, and so much more. From traumatic brain injuries to a tooth abscess, she will share insight on more ways to utilize your laser with solid research thrown in for fun.

Assorted findings from this year’s veterinary conference season

To glean a proper appreciation of an industry’s dynamics via veterinary conferences I like to take a three-pronged approach: 1) Concentrate on the periphery of the exhibition hall. 2) Interview random veterinarians and do not skip the small talk with veterinary technicians and vet students. 3) Attend panel discussions on cultural issues or practice management.

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