A new $24.99 monthly plan from GoodRx includes a primary member and up to four dependents, including children, adults, and pets. More than 250 generic medications are available for free along with savings on dental, vision, lab and imaging services. Source: GoodRx, September 3, 2026. Link. … [Read more...]
The late-game respiratory disease that’s costing feedlots big money
With no vaccine or silver bullet to cure it, acute (or atypical) interstitial pneumonia is one of the most frustrating respiratory problems feedlots face. It usually strikes late in the feeding period in high-performing cattle and can carry a case fatality rate of 70 to 100 percent. Angie Stump Denton shares seven facts beef producers should know about AIP: AIP comes on … [Read more...]
Minimize costs by maximizing value
An effective lunch-and-learn event can increase productivity and financials for sales teams. Consider a parallel “open house” approach to explain the value of your services to clients and prospects. It can produce the same results. Source: Veterinary Advantage, October 2023. Link. Time is an ingredient best used judiciously. Just as diners would be displeased with an … [Read more...]
It’s not just Gen-Z. We’re all talking less. That’s not good.
We’re talking much less than we did a few years ago, especially those younger than 25. A July analysis in Perspectives on Psychological Science covered more than 2,000 people and found daily speech dropped by about 300 words a year, a 28 percent decline from 2005 to 2019. Valeria Pfeifer, assistant professor at the University of Missouri at Kansas City, called it a “big and … [Read more...]
“The worm ate our time.” Inside Mexico’s efforts to outbreed a flesh-eating fly.
Mexico is battling its worst New World screwworm outbreak in decades. Cases have topped 34,000 head across nearly all Mexican states and halted cattle imports to the U.S. until a phased reopening began last month. Even as authorities bring re-eradication efforts to full speed, ranchers must check all their animals daily. This article offers an in-country snapshot of the … [Read more...]
The obedience fallacy
Angie Barber repositions training, behavior and obedience in this blog post to help dog people understand how to work toward a mentally and emotionally stable well-adjusted dog. Her State of Mind Dog Training website includes some freebies worth considering for clients <Link>. She urges dog owners to take a step back, shift from a transactional/obedience-based mindset … [Read more...]
Cardiac library shares the heart beats
Complimentary The Clinician’s Brief Cardiac library features recordings taken with an electronic stethoscope on actual patients. The sound library complements a variety of cardiac resources to help animal health pros remain familiar with common and irregular heart sounds. Source: Clinician’s Brief. Link. INSIGHTS: As pet owners become more engaged in at-home … [Read more...]
Dog rehoming: When is it the right decision?
There are innumerable sad but legitimate reasons for giving up a dog. This article from the archives is as valid today as it was when Pat Miller, CBCC-KA, CPDT-KA, wrote it. She reviews valid reasons for rehoming or relinquishing a dog. Safety is number one. Consider the article for a team discussion or as content for a pet owner seeking a new situation for their … [Read more...]
4 applications of manuka honey in canine medicine
Unlike regular honey, manuka honey contains a uniquely high concentration of methylglyoxal which is largely responsible for its potent antimicrobial activity. The authors explore the properties that make manuka honey a distinctive therapeutic option and explain how it fits in the veterinary toolkit. Source: IVC Journal, September 8, 2026. Link. Manuka honey is derived from … [Read more...]
8 new equine West Nile virus cases confirmed
Eight new equine West Nile virus cases have been reported to the Equine Disease Communication Center. They are located in California, Colorado, Montana, Wisconsin and Utah. Source: The Horse, September 8, 2026. Link. West Nile virus is transmitted to horses via bites from infected mosquitoes. In addition to vaccinations, owners should work to reduce mosquito population and … [Read more...]
Study: Biomarker could help gauge lameness risk in racehorses
A blood-based biomarker associated with bone formation may eventually help veterinarians assess short-term lameness risk in Thoroughbred racehorses, according to a study published in the journal, Animals. Researchers measured two markers of bone turnover, osteocalcin and CTX-I, in 1,359 Thoroughbreds. Source: Paulick Report, September 6, 2026. Link. Osteocalcin levels were … [Read more...]
Preparing beef-on-dairy calves for transport
Management decisions made before transport had a far greater influence on calf health and survival than transport duration itself, according to a retrospective study. The message wasn’t that transport doesn’t matter. Rather, it showed that successful transport begins long before loading day. Transport success can be improved by viewing the journey as the final step in a much … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – September 10, 2026
Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, September 3, 2026. Link. Most read posts from September 3rd, 2026 AHD Bulletin – Lost credibility can take time. Link. New CATalyst Council resource for Happy, Healthy Cat Month. Link. Horse owners need to rethink bug season this year. Link. Traditional expertise valued despite AI changing pet … [Read more...]
Traditional expertise still valued despite AI changing pet owners’ searches
Commentary As you review this research summary, consider that pet owners who have researched their pets’ conditions may require a more collaborative discovery approach when working with a veterinary team. Acknowledging their questions, asking what they found, where they looked and what they believe can turn these conversations into opportunities for deep engagement and … [Read more...]
Training: The ABCs of Pet Insurance and the Questions Nobody Taught Us To Answer
In this webinar, Jules Benson, BVSc, MRCVS, will break down the fundamentals of pet insurance and tackle the questions that can be hard to answer. From understanding where claims commonly stall to navigating pre-authorizations, documentation gaps, appeals, and pre-existing condition determinations, this session is designed around the real-world situations veterinary teams … [Read more...]
When disruption IS the operating environment. Reframing resilience.
Athenais Sivaloganthan believes geopolitical tension, economic volatility, rapid technological change and a relentless news cycle have made disruption part of the everyday operating environment rather than the exception. As a result, employees are exposed to prolonged uncertainty even when events do not directly affect their roles or locations. Sivaloganthan argues that … [Read more...]
September is National Suicide Prevention Month
Throughout September, Project Sticker will highlight resources created to support the people of veterinary medicine; not only in moments of crisis, but before a crisis occurs. Consider following along; share these resources and help us ensure that support reaches those who need it. Source: Project Sticker, LinkedIn, September 1, 2026. Link. … [Read more...]
IBPSA Fast Bites – August 31, 2026
In this week’s FastBites, IBPSA leadership provides a 2026 update. They review YTD progress and what they’re working on going forward. Also note the IBBY Finalists and reminder to register for the CANIS Conference. Source: IBPSA, August 31, 2026. Link. Also see: Animal Health Digest Bulletin, August 27th. Link. Also see: August 20th AHD Bulletin. Link. Complacency vs … [Read more...]
Help more pets benefit from checkups
Understanding why some pet owners do not seek veterinary care can provide useful insight into where opportunities exist to reinforce the value of preventive care and regular checkups. It can also reveal how they view the role of the veterinarian. Data from the 2025 AVMA Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook demonstrates a large percentage of pet owners’ animals did not … [Read more...]
New Resource for Vet Practices from CATalyst Council marks Happy, Healthy Cat Month
Sponsor Content The CATalyst Council created Happy, Healthy Cat Month to counter a persistent myth: that cats are self-reliant, aloof and need less medical care than dogs. Happy, Healthy Cat Month exists to help close that gap, one cat and one caregiver, at a time. Adding to a website replete with resources, Kristin Wuhrman, CCBC, and Gina Fortunato, MBA, drew on … [Read more...]
Antimicrobials for veterinary dentistry: yes or no?
Data on how best to use antimicrobials before, during and after dental procedures are sparse, writes J. Scott Weese, DVM. Summarizing research to establish evidence for their use, Weese says using antimicrobials for dental procedures may have some effect, but nothing suggests they do. Source: Worms and Germs, June 8, 2026. Link. For the routine veterinary dental procedures, … [Read more...]
Feline owner education ready to share
Commentary Our industry has been outspoken about the need to educate pet owners and the opportunity cats represent to the health of veterinary practices. Provided by the Feline Veterinary Medical Association, resources like this monthly newsletter are ready-made to share with feline clients and prospects. Beyond advocating cat owners subscribe, forwarding each month’s … [Read more...]
New diabetes guidelines reflect major advances in insulin therapy and monitoring for dogs
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) recently released the 2026 AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines for Dogs, a comprehensive update offering veterinary professionals step-by-step guidance for diagnosing, treating, and monitoring diabetes mellitus (DM) in canine patients. We are thrilled to provide this highly requested update for the Diabetes Guidelines. We are … [Read more...]
Common “Hypos” and “Hypers” in canine health
Terms that sound alike can be confusing for animal owners. One helpful way to know common canine health conditions is by grouping them. The authors break down some of the most important hypos and hypers to know about in this article. Hypos mean too little of something Hypers mean too much of something Source: Animal Wellness, August 31, 2026. Link. INSIGHTS: This … [Read more...]
Horse owners need to rethink bug season this year
Complimentary Content In a year defined by weather volatility, expanding tick ranges and an emerging threat crossing U.S. borders for the first time in decades, horse owners can’t rely on last year’s assumptions to protect their horses this season. Now is the time to review vector control strategies and update horses’ core vaccinations. Source: Merck Animal Health, … [Read more...]
Small ruminant education, networking opportunity
The American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners and the American Dairy Goat Association invite veterinarians and veterinary students to attend the AASRP Continuing Education Program during the 2026 ADGA Annual Convention, October 10 and 11 in Indianapolis, Indiana. Source: American Association of Small Ruminant Practitioners, Facebook, August 31, 2026. Link. Expand … [Read more...]
Neospora didn’t disappear. Our discussions about it did.
Neospora caninum is the parasite that causes neosporosis in cattle and dogs. It is also the leading cause of abortion in cattle. It’s generational, persisting in a herd across generations through congenital transmission. Infected cows continually transfer the parasite to their daughters. It’s a thieving, never-ending gift that costs the U.S. beef and dairy industries $1.3 … [Read more...]
Updated publication helps beef producers develop growth implant strategy
Few technologies offer a greater return on investment for beef cattle than growth implants, and a newly updated publication from Iowa Beef Center can help producers with these management decisions. The new publication focuses on implant brand names, active ingredients, intended use and whether a re-implant option exists for cattle in the "growing beef cattle in a drylot" and … [Read more...]
Monitoring cow and bull body condition throughout the year
Because of year-to-year variation in forage quality and weather stress, body condition can have important year-to-year variation even when fed what appears to be the same diet, writes Bob Larson, DVM. His assertions for evaluating body condition at various times of the year can help producers evaluate the genetic base of their herd. It supplies evidence as to how well the … [Read more...]
Veterinary Intelligence Company acquires Antelligence to advance vet market intelligence
The Veterinary Intelligence Company, a veterinary market data and insights company, recently acquired Antelligence. This combination brings together Vet Intel’s technological expertise with Antelligence’s data and content to provide organizations serving veterinary medicine with more timely, actionable and accessible information for better business decisions. Source: Vet … [Read more...]