Passing on credit card fees? Yes or No? Check out the July webinars: Future proofing; Staffing systems On the road dates for IBPSA: SuperZoo, CANIS Conference Source: IBPSA, July 6, 2026. Link. Also see: Animal Health Digest Bulletin, July 2th. Link. Tick-borne diseases, when "we're like family" becomes a leadership problem, dog sunburns, and more! … [Read more...]
Review: Dogs can get a sunburn, too
Includes commercial references It is typically not top of mind but sun protection is another important preventive consideration as dogs get sunburned as humans do. Barri J. Morrison, DVM, provides appropriate reminders in this article worth sharing with pet owners. Groomers can be a good source for sunburn education as dogs leave the salon with a fresh haircut. Key … [Read more...]
Beyond exercise: The role of stretching routines for dog joint health
Commercial source Exercise alone isn’t always enough to support your dog’s mobility, writes Britt Kascjak in this informative article. She shares five essential stretches for dog joint health, their benefits, safety and when it is best to help dogs stretch. Consider this article for newsletters, social media posts and for exam room information to help dog owners add … [Read more...]
Behavior and health problems during short-distance transport
Commercial product referenced A recent survey of European horse owners revealed that even during trailering lasting less than two hours, injury, illness and acute stress occur frequently, affecting up to 42 percent of horses. Behavior problems were observed in a third of all horses and included fear, flight reactions, aggressiveness, rearing and reluctance to load. … [Read more...]
Electrolytes and muscle function in horses: Essentially linked
Commercial product referenced As the summer heat intensifies, keeping a close eye on macrominerals is vital. Because electrolytes facilitate normal muscle contraction and relaxation, even a minor disruption in balance can completely derail athletic performance. Takeaways noted from studies at Kentucky Equine Research in this article: The dose of electrolytes must be … [Read more...]
A new hay net wrap that disappears
Commercial content A new compostable net wrap is reducing tons of farm waste and saving cattle lives in the process. Nature’s Net Wrap is made from plant-based biopolymers that break down through microbial activity. Producers say the compostable wrap helps reduce plastic waste while eliminating the risk of cattle consuming traditional net wrap left on bales. The … [Read more...]
Free CE opportunities for veterinary professionals with Chewy Health
Complimentary Chewy Health’s 2026 Continuing Education calendar offers free educational opportunities for veterinary professionals throughout 2026. The program features 14 virtual on-demand sessions spanning both clinical and professional development topics. Sessions are led by veterinary professionals, pharmacists and industry experts from within Chewy Health, alongside … [Read more...]
Keeping dogs calm: it’s a process
Commercial links included Two articles address various elements of mental health and well-being for dog owners. In today’s world, where pets often live in urban environments with limited outdoor activities, ensuring their mental well-being becomes paramount, writes Anderson Cox. Fear, separation and aging are identified as catalysts for anxiety. Fireworks are troubling … [Read more...]
How to read a chicken’s mind
Commercial offer included From chick days to the golden stage of henopause, author Melissa Caughey offers insights into the range of feelings that chickens can express, their unexpected intelligence, personality types and flock dynamics. She shares a few pages from her book, “How to Read a Chicken's Mind,” in the article here. Source: Countryside. Link. Chickens, like … [Read more...]
There’s still time to protect cattle from pinkeye
Commentary Drought, slow pasture growth, moving cattle to new grass and cattle grouping around hay feeding areas increase exposure to the pinkeye bacteria flies readily transfer. Even if cattle are already turned out, consider pinkeye vaccination during movements to new pasture. Pinkeye in cattle most often involves both Moraxella bovis and Moraxella bovoculi. Vaccination … [Read more...]
Hill’s releases its first World of the Kitten Report
Complimentary Building upon Hill's World of the Cat Report, the World of the Kitten Report is positioned as a comprehensive, evidence-based guide that delivers expert insights into optimal kitten growth, nutrition, socialization and veterinary care, to help ensure healthier, happier feline companions across the globe. Hill's encourages a shift in focus to the first 12 … [Read more...]
Credit card surcharges by veterinary practices may not meet resistance
Scratch Financial’s article positions credit card surcharges or swipe fees as a potential benefit for veterinary practices. Note the best practices for implementing surcharging at veterinary practices. Staff training, notice periods and state-by-state guidelines should be considered. Source: AAHA Trends, April 10, 2026. Link. Data suggests that when implemented … [Read more...]
Child-resistant packaging: Is your practice compliant?
Like the childhood warning before crossing the street, this article echoes the Stop, Look, Listen approach. Practice owners, managers and purchasing staff will benefit from reviewing it and ensuring practice processes and procedures are in place. Source: AAHA Trends, February 3, 2026. Link. INSIGHTS: Choosing colors is helpful for clients to distinguish their pets’ … [Read more...]
Don’t let OSHA changes take you by surprise
Includes Commercial references Compliance is not a place to cut corners, writes Jarden Mandeville. He emphasizes the importance of staying up to date with the changes to OSHA requirements, including MSDS sheets, personnel training, appointing a compliance officer and more. Source: INSIGHT, Patterson Vet, April 2025. Link. Practices risk financial penalties, reputational … [Read more...]
Global Pet Expo discoveries, booth-visit videos
Includes Commentary* The PETS+ team provides a sense of the Global Pet Expo in successive articles. The event aims to drive innovation, sustainability and digital transformation in the $151 billion pet industry. Key objectives include connecting brands with more than 6,000 buyers, showcasing new products and exploring AI/tech solutions, with a focus on sustainability, pet … [Read more...]
Tips for traveling with a cat
Commercial Content Traveling with a cat requires preparation, writes Jennifer Grota, DVM. She offers practical tips clinics can share with cat owners on social media or in newsletters. Clinics can add their own recommendations along with the article. Source: PetMD, February 24, 2026. Link. … [Read more...]
Review: The suture station: One stop for improving suturing skills
Includes Commercial Content Suture knots and skills can always be updated and reviewed. As veterinary technicians are empowered to practice at the full level of their training, these skills offer veterinarians more flexibility to move on to another patient. At the link below is a large library of webinars, videos and resources covering suturing and knots. Source: … [Read more...]
PAC Beef Summits planned for April
Complimentary, Commercial Bringing producers and veterinarians into a room for half a day for joint benefit has value and two opportunities are coming soon. The PAC Beef Summit is where feedyard professionals, veterinarians and industry leaders come together for real conversations and forward-thinking solutions. PAC personnel say these are more than meetings. They’re … [Read more...]
Keeping noses and ears warm
Commercial Content We learn something new almost every day. In a short Facebook conversation, an industry colleague shared this photo of cows and their calves. Somehow, the existence of ear and face protectors had not hit my radar. Ear muffs for calves; what a great idea. Ensuring the comfort and protection of calves’ tender, damp ears is a top priority in Arctic cold, … [Read more...]
Building a robust, diverse innovation ecosystem in the animal health industry
Complimentary Delivering cutting-edge innovations continues to be a strong driver of sales in the animal health industry. While this need remains constant, the model for delivering it is fundamentally changing. Amanda McDavid shares insights from the Brakke Consulting 2026 Annual Animal Health Industry Overview here. Source: Brakke Consulting, Animal Health Jobs blog, … [Read more...]
The quiet evolution of veterinary containment
Includes Commercial References Today's best animal housing systems are evolving with subtle, thoughtful design shifts that support the goals veterinarians care about most: reducing stress, improving outcomes and creating a recovery space that heals as much as it holds. We believe clients care about those spaces, too. John Freytag writes about what he calls purposeful … [Read more...]
Does a positive drug test follow you? Experts explain what employers can and can’t see
Includes Commercial references Privacy laws create stronger protections than social media horror stories suggest. It’s common for people to assume that a positive test becomes part of some industry-wide database that all future employers can access. But that's not how it works. An individual’s test results belong to the company that ordered the test, and they're bound by … [Read more...]
Beyond the SEO algorithms, AI is changing “search”
Includes Commercial Content* This isn’t just an update to an algorithm; it’s a fundamental shift in how pet owners find and choose veterinary care, writes Rachel Null. She explains the two types of pet owner search and preparing for AI citation to ensure your practice is not only visible, but actively quoted and positioned. Source: AAHA Trends, January 9, 2026. Link. The … [Read more...]
Defining exercise that is satisfying for dogs
Includes Commercial Content Discussing the importance of exercise quality, Stephanie Vichinsky shares how the right kinds of exercise can help manage behavior issues and promote happiness in dogs. She references the hormonal benefits of quality exercise, which should resonate with dog owners. Consider borrowing some of her dialogue for those uncomfortable discussions with … [Read more...]
LifeLearn’s updated 2026 Pet Owner Communications Inspiration Guide
Complimentary Commercial Content To simplify things, LifeLearn’s freshly groomed 2026 Pet Owner Communications Inspiration Guide is filled with timely, engaging and fun ideas (with examples) to use through 2026. It shares ideas each month to engage and attract clients through social media, email and other channels, making communications feel less challenging or … [Read more...]
Promoting regular vet visits for cats, even the healthy-looking ones
Commentary Few would argue this statement, “No matter their age or lifestyle, regular vet care matters and it can help cats thrive.” But getting owners of ostensibly happy cats to establish routine veterinary visits is a challenge our industry faces in 2026 and beyond. Communicating with cat owners is an important element of moving toward routine veterinary visits and … [Read more...]
Preparing for dental month promotional efforts
Commentary While promoting oral care at home should be an everyday objective during every exam, it is difficult for practices to get that done. VMX* is an excellent time to define your strategies for dental month and choose products to support them. Consider opportunities during dental month to feature oral care products and have them on hand. Addison Biological … [Read more...]
Alternatives to antibiotics for wounds in horses
Commentary, Sponsor Content We appreciate the intriguing review of One Health, natural/herb and gut-enhancing options for equine wound care in this article. It brings to mind the vast number of wound care products that are branded, licensed and manufactured without containing antibiotics or steroids. MAXI/GUARD® Zn7® Derm, manufactured by Addison Biological Laboratory, is … [Read more...]
Great teams are the foundation of success
Chewy Health* President Mita Malhotra shares the attributes she believes are essential for leaders as they seek to build teams that drive growth and create experiences that keep customers coming back. Her key assertions include: Build trust daily by encouraging thoughtful questions, offering autonomy, supporting growth and allowing room for mistakes. Front desk staff … [Read more...]
The Feline OA Checklist key to early recognition of pain, osteoarthritis
My Vet Candy shares a recent study published in the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery, which highlights a practical approach for identifying OA in feline patients using the Feline Osteoarthritis Checklist. In the study, when the Feline OA Checklist was applied prospectively, 39 percent of cats exhibited at least one behavior indicative of OA compared to only one percent of … [Read more...]