Research and commentary dating back to the 1910s shows that taking vacations, i.e. completely disconnecting from work, is critical to lowering burnout, increasing energy and engagement, and improving overall health and well-being. The results lead to more consistent productivity, writes Marlo Lyons. Easier said than done, Lyons shares five tips to set firm boundaries in a … [Read more...]
How to talk to your team about their career development
Inherent in a leadership role is the responsibility to help your team members determine their career goals, grow within your organization and continue to feel engaged at work. It is important to talk about development early as lack of career development is among the top reasons individuals leave their current positions. Career development conversations between managers and … [Read more...]
Pay transparency laws: What small businesses need to know
Eight states have adopted pay transparency laws, writes Olivia Chen. Employer requirements vary based on number of employees in those states. As it currently stands, companies subject to pay transparency laws must post a "good faith" salary range, meaning a range that they reasonably expect they will pay for the role. However, that can still be negotiated in either direction … [Read more...]
Nine states have more cows than people
May is National Beef Month. As of January 1, 2023 there were 91.9 million head of cattle and calves on farms in the United States according to the USDA. In Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota and Wyoming cows are more numerous than people. There is one cow for every 3.6 people in the U.S.” Source: Beef2Live, April 16, 2023. Link. … [Read more...]
Lab-grown meat could be 25 times worse for the climate than beef
Lab-grown or “cultivated” meat produced from cultured cells could be 25 times worse for the climate than regular beef unless scientists find ways to overhaul energy-intensive steps in its production. Source: New Scientist, May 9, 2023. Link. … [Read more...]
Communal wound licking documented in a hoofed mammal for the first time
American bison have been observed licking each other’s wounds, a stress-reducing behavior not documented in a hoofed mammal until now. While female bison have been observed grooming unrelated calves, reports of animals licking the wounds of others have largely been limited to captive rats and wild primates, such as chimpanzees. Source: New Scientist, May 6, 2023. Link. … [Read more...]
Can we keep roosters together as chicks grow up?
Citing her own experiences, Jennifer Sartell shares ways to deal with the likelihood of more than one rooster as Easter chicks mature. Reminding us that chickens will be chickens and there is no hard and fast rule, she offers ways to keep the boys happy without having to get rid of the extra roosters. . . . if you’re keeping roosters, have options handy.” Source: Backyard … [Read more...]
Battling the equine sarcoid
Sarcoids are the most common tumor in equids worldwide. However, no perfect treatment exists, writes Elizabeth Collar, DVM, PhD, DACVS-LA. She reviews possible treatment options for the wide range of variables that are present with each tumor. The article includes pictures that demonstrate tumors, treatments and treatment complications. Source: DVM 360, May 2023. Link. … [Read more...]
Remember the sunscreen for pets, too
UV rays can be harmful to pets just as they are for us. Traci Howerton’s article is a reminder that can easily be shared with pet owners on social media and in newsletters. Lighter coated dogs and cats are more likely to get a burn although noses, ears and bellies of any pet can get burned. Source: The Advocate, via AVMA Animal Health SmartBrief, May 15, 2023. Link. … [Read more...]
Pet Business Special Report: The latest science behind CBD and hemp
Contains Commercial Content Nora Caley reviews the cannabidiol pet market segment sharing information from manufacturers who are conducting research to understand and support empirical evidence relative to the benefits and safety of the various products and plant sources. She also discusses some of the marketing challenges and methods used to promote CBD. Source: Pet … [Read more...]
The Bridge Club to discuss affect of new VCPR legislative efforts
The recent Arizona decision to legalize a virtual VCPR raises many questions about the future of the VCPR and telemedicine. To shed light on this topic, The Bridge Club will host a crucial conversation on June 8th to explore the affect of Arizona’s decision on veterinary medicine, access to care and ongoing state battles regarding the value of veterinary telemedicine. Join … [Read more...]
Meet the 2023 Westminster group winners
Best of Show winner “Buddy Holly” a Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen from the hound group has been all over the news since winning top dog honors on May 9th. Melanie Haid shares the other group winners who competed with more than 2,500 dogs representing more than 200 breeds. Source: AKC, May 10, 2023. Link. … [Read more...]
The most dog-loving states in America
Colorado took the top spot as the most dog-loving state in America followed by Idaho and Arizona. Several metrics were used to determine how the states scored. Click the article link to see where your state ranked. Source: OurFitPets.com, May 10, 2023. Link. INSIGHTS: The scoring metrics are interesting. … [Read more...]
Room-by-room household pet poison checklist
This handy PDF tool covers potential toxins throughout homes and yards. Pet owners need to be consistently reminded of possible poisons that threaten their pets’ wellness. Here are some easy ways to share the information with clients: Share in your client newsletter Hand out at events Offer as a freebie to new clients Print and post in your clinic Share … [Read more...]
IBPSA Fast Bites – May 15, 2023
Financing a pet boarding franchise, there are more pets than kids, cyber security, small business spending best practices, cat microbiome, the role of DVMS in managing community cats and more . . . Source: IBPSA Fast Bites, May 15, 2023. Link. Registration is open for the 2023 Flow Business Conference to be held October 1, 2023 - October 3, 2023 at Rosen Shingle Creek in … [Read more...]
Remove these 7 buzzwords from your resume
Overusing popular buzzwords adds clutter to resumes and ultimately looks like fluff. Instead use powerful action verbs and mirror the language of the job description. Use these buzzwords sparingly: Specialized Skilled Strategic Motivated Passionate Creative Experienced Source: CNBC Make-it, April 20, 2023. Link. … [Read more...]
Winners of the British Veterinary Association Veterinary Photographer of the Year 2023
The eighth annual contest was open to BVA members. Its intent is to inject some fun into the BVA programs. The photos a expose a bit of the lives of veterinarian professionals across the United Kingdom, as well as their own adorable pets. Entries were judged in three categories: Vets at Work, All Creatures Great and Small, and Happy Pets That Make Us Smile. Source: British … [Read more...]
2022 Survey reveals alarming rates of pet obesity in the U.S.
In 2022, 59 percent of dogs and 61 percent of cats were classified as having obesity, an increase from the previous surveys conducted in 2018 and 2017. The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention is encouraging veterinary professionals to approach what can be a sensitive topic with compassion and provide resources and support to help pet owners achieve their pet's healthy … [Read more...]
Horse diving was a thing once upon a time
As bizarre, even cruel, as it might seem today, horse diving was a prime traveling attraction that found a steady home in Atlantic City from 1928 through 1977. Diana Hubbell shares the story of diving horses and their riders. Source: Atlas Obscura, May 9, 2023. Link. … [Read more...]
Is there an appropriate age for horses to wear leg wraps?
Protective boots designed specifically for the task at hand are better-suited for leg protection than wrapping, according to Matthew Mackay-Smith, DVM. He says to avoid wraps unless using them under veterinary direction for a specific treatment and comments on the value of stable bandages. Source: The Paulick Report, May 10, 2023. Link. A healthy horse does not need to … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – May 11, 2023
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, May 4th, 2023. Link. Most read post(s) from May 4th AHD Bulletin – Establishing rapport. Link. Shaping the onboarding experience. Link. Place keeper: 2023 Veterinary Conferences provided by Galaxy Vets. Link. 3 ways VMG is different from other veterinary membership organizations Source: … [Read more...]
A female horse has been cloned from a male
Amazing! It’s been two years since two foals were cloned from a male horse. One became a colt. The other surprised researchers presenting as a filly. Today that filly still has a normally sized and shaped vulva and clitoris, along with an apparently normal uterus. The only noticeable abnormality is the underdevelopment of her ovaries. Source: The Horse, May 3, 2023. Link. … [Read more...]
11 possible reasons dog rub their faces
Author Sarah Anderson shares reasons dogs rub their faces on carpets, grass, their owners and more including allergies, eye infections, removing eye boogers and more . . . Source: PUPvine, May 13, 2022. Link. INSIGHTS: Consider this article for social media and newsletters to help dog owners know what is normal and when to consider a veterinary visit. … [Read more...]
7 shades of dog vomit and a color chart too
A dog’s vomit can be a huge pinwheel of colors, writes Tina Foster. She shares a dog vomit color chart showing the colors of dog vomit determined by the type and source of food and different health problems that can cause dog vomiting. Source: PUPvine, March 25, 2023. Link. … [Read more...]
Pet clothing craze comes with health risks
Veterinarians caution that pet owners need to be aware of the line between the benefits of clothes, and the various pitfalls associated with them, including the potential for physical and psychological effects. Source: VIN News Service, April 27, 2023. Link. The pet fashion craze raises questions about its underlying drivers and durability, while stoking discussion in the … [Read more...]
Your manners may need a makeover
Charlotte Hilton Andersen shares 17 etiquette rules we should never have abandoned, including these examples: Being on time Prompt RSVPs Returning messages Holding the elevator or the door Making introductions Source: Reader’s Digest, April 21, 2023. Link. … [Read more...]
Brainstorming and idea generation (video)
Judge me for how good my good ideas are, not how bad my bad ideas are.” - Matt Damon Source: ideageneration, Instagram. Link. … [Read more...]
Six burnout triggers to eliminate from veterinary hospitals
Galyna Danylenko shares results from Galaxy Vet research that lead to a burnout prevention strategy. In a new paper, experts describe six burnout triggers, how it can emerge in veterinary professionals and provide some actionable tips to reassess management practices and eliminate those risk factors. . . . work overload is not the principal factor causing stress at … [Read more...]
Virtual VCPR approved in Arizona!
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has signed SB 1503, opening Arizona to a virtual VCPR with safeguards. Arizona pet owners and pets can now access veterinary care wherever they live. Mark L. Cushing, JD, shared the law is expected to take effect in August 2023. Source: Veterinary Virtual Care Association, LinkedIn, May 9, 2023. Link. … [Read more...]
Pain management in cattle: Drug dilemma
With few pain-relief drugs on the market for cattle, producers and veterinarians must know their options, writes Heather Smith Thomas. The situation underscores the importance of the VCPR to provide the regulatory foundation for a practitioner to work with the producer to provide medications for extra-label use when considered necessary. One of the challenges in the U.S. is … [Read more...]