Rabbits in General Practice: Breaking the ‘Exotic’ Spell
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by Anderson Lopez, Elizabeth
8h ago
In this session: Veronica Gventsadze, DVM, MA, PhD’s course will benefit all team members of a general practice that wants to open its doors to rabbits. Attendees will learn about the rewards of serving rabbit-owning clients, with an emphasis on defining and following each team member’s role and of working in unison, with the understanding that these roles and responsibilities can evolve as the team gains experience. This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to read ..read more
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Pain points: Having a crucial conversation with pet owners
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by Castillo, Therese
2d ago
Pain. It is not something we like to talk about. We might groan when we stand up, but our automatic response when asked how we are is to say we are fine, even if we are suffering aches and pains from our joints or GI system. Patients “say” even less. Instinctively, they hide they are not feeling tip-top, nature warning them they are at risk from predators if they show the slightest sign of weakness, evolution not having caught up with the fact pets live in homes with loving families who would never want them to be in pain. That silence can be a barrier to treatment. Clients may resist the ide ..read more
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$45M additional funding bolsters development of canine longevity drug
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by Castillo, Therese
2d ago
  Photo courtesy John Poisson Loyal, a biotechnology company developing longevity medications for dogs, has announced the conclusion of its Series B financing phase, securing $45 million in investment, with Bain Capital Ventures spearheading the round. With this latest investment, Loyal has amassed over $125 million in funds since its establishment in 2019. “This fundraise fuels our efforts to bring to market what we hope will be the first U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA)-approved drug to extend healthy lifespan,” says Celine Halioua, founder and CEO of Loyal. “All of our work is ..read more
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Smart animal health monitor bags $25k industry innovation prize
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by Castillo, Therese
5d ago
An implanted biosensing microchip that gathers data and alerts pet owners for potential health issues and injuries via a mobile app was selected as the winner of the 2024 Pet Care Innovation Prize by Purina. Developed by startup company VetChip, the smart monitoring device with the same name, aims to better animal health care by providing early detection and, ultimately, faster diagnosis and treatment. VetChip was selected by a panel of judges, beating four other finalists that presented their innovations at the Global Pet Expo in Orlando, FL on March 20 to 22. The Perth, Australia-based compa ..read more
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Tech Talk: Do you embrace or haze new employees?
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by Anderson Lopez, Elizabeth
6d ago
These new employees come with horror stories to eventually be shared with us once they feel a tiny sliver of comfort. We draw them out piece by piece, encouraging them to talk to us and share their past. In part of us getting to know them, we learn about their previous experiences and can in some way relate to them with stories of our own or provide reassurances that their new clinic is in no way the same as their old one. This content is for members only. Visit the site and log in/register to read ..read more
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Essential medicines list for food-producing animals aims to improve access to veterinary medicines, biologicals
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by Castillo, Therese
1w ago
Improving veterinarians’ access to safe and effective medicine and vaccines is central to the development of the world’s first essential veterinary medicines list (EVML) for food producing animals. Launched by the World Veterinary Association (WVA) and international charity Brooke, the EVML further aims to help respond to the threat of antimicrobial resistance (AMR), as well as support in pandemic prevention and preparedness. According to Dr. Olatunji Nasir, chair of the WVA Pharmaceutical Stewardship Working Group, the list “will help veterinarians and authorities in making better choices of ..read more
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Texas dog recovers from a trio of autoimmune diseases
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by Castillo, Therese
1w ago
Welcoming a puppy is a happy and exciting occasion for pet owners, save for the extra challenging parts of making sure they are well fed, kept busy and entertained, and more especially, healthy. Such was the case for Anthony and Clara M. Simpson, when they brought in Lanie, an English silver Labrador retriever, to their home in 2022. “There is nothing better than coming home to Lanie, who is always happy to see us and makes us smile, regardless of the kind of day we have had,” shares Clara in a story published on the Texas A&M University website. However, a month after taking the dog home ..read more
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What vet medicine can take out of a military playbook
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by Castillo, Therese
1w ago
There is an interesting connection between the military and veterinary medicine—frogmarching. Photo courtesy GettyImages/ videodet Over the past decade or so I’ve witnessed the rising popularity of a practice style I’ve snarkily termed “frogmarched” vet care; To force (someone) to walk forward by holding and pinning their arms from behind. In its most effective manifestation, clients are shuttled through a scripted process involving rapid-fire assessments and minimal human interaction. The goal is to increase productivity and maximize profitability by minimizing time-consuming client-staff int ..read more
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Pets benefit mental health of owners in the U.S., poll reveals
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by Castillo, Therese
1w ago
“Man’s best friend.” This is a phrase commonly used to describe dogs, and one which rings true with findings from a poll of pet owners in the U.S. saying their animals offer companionship (65 percent), are a true friend (65 percent), and provide unconditional love and support (64 percent). The recent Healthy Minds Monthly Poll, conducted by Morning Consult for the American Psychiatric Association (APA) and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), was participated in by 2,200 adults on Feb. 6-9. Majority of the respondents (84 percent) say their pets have a mostly positive impact on ..read more
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Periodontal instrumentation: How to properly scale and polish teeth
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by Castillo, Therese
1w ago
Figure 1. A Gracey curette is adapted to the surface of tooth 208 to remove subgingival and supragingival calculus. Photo courtesy Dr. John R. Lewis In last month’s column, I addressed using ultrasonic scaling equipment during dental cleanings. This month features hand instrumentation and proper polishing that should occur after every dental scaling. Hand scaling Hand instruments utilized for cleaning teeth can be categorized into scalers and curettes. Scalers are designed for use on the tooth crown, and curettes are designed to be used subgingivally. Successful use of hand instruments is dep ..read more
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