“If you lead a school, a practice, or a corporate group, you are not a scout. You are the league,” writes Gershon L Alaluf, DVM, DBA, MBA. Borrowing from professional sports, he says veterinary medicine recruits smarter, more … Continue Reading
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Bonded but not booked. Even devoted owners miss vet visits
By Kirk Augustine Source: DVM 360, HABRI, Vet Watch
The Human Animal Bond Research Institute’s 2026 Benchmark Survey findings show strong public support for a more pet-inclusive approach across all facets of society, driven by the many benefits the human-animal bond brings to … Continue Reading
Japanese study reveals why cats don’t finish their food
By AHD Curators Source: Petfood Industry
A Japanese study found that cats stop eating not because they're full, but because they become bored with the smell of the same food. Introducing a new food or even just a new food scent restores their appetite, showing that … Continue Reading

Pet Age’s 2026 State of the Pet Industry report
By Kirk Augustine Source: Pet Age
Pet Age’s 2026 State of the Pet Industry report gathered data from American Pet Products Association and Circana, a global market research firm. The results offer a ground-level view of market conditions and emerging trends … Continue Reading

Supporting responsible dog ownership
By Kirk Augustine Source: All About Dogs, LinkedIn
September was National Dog Ownership Month. If the various promotions and efforts worked to influence dog owners, then this piece by Salomi Odendaal is a good reinforcement. Share it with dog owners on social media, in … Continue Reading

From team member to team leader
By Patrick T. Malone Source: LinkedIn
The performance that got you recognized and promoted as a member is not the performance that will make you a successful leader. Source: LinkedIn, July 18, 2025. Link. New veterinary managers don’t just need tools. They … Continue Reading

Survey finds misalignment on what “career ready” means
By Kirk Augustine Source: Explore AH Careers, HR Executive, KCAHC
Employers, educators and graduates agree on the importance of being career-ready. However, there is a significant disconnect on exactly what that term means in today's workplace, writes Alan Goforth. Graduates are being … Continue Reading

Review: Top 7 drug classes to be tapered, not stopped abruptly
By AHD Curators Source: Clinician's Brief
We’re resharing a post to review some drugs that should be tapered to prevent physiologic withdrawal syndrome and/or disease recrudescence. Katrina L. Mealey, DVM, PhD, DACVIM, DACVCP, shares tapering protocols that include … Continue Reading

New artificial intelligence guidelines
By AHD Staff Source: AP, Harvard Business Review
Tip: Any output from an AI tool should be treated as unvetted source material. You must apply your editorial judgment and sourcing standards when considering and editing any information for publication. Source: Associated … Continue Reading

IBPSA FastBites – October 26, 2026
By AHD Staff Source: Animal Health Digest, IBPSA
Today: Leaderboard Webinar Series week 5. October 29th, 1:00p.m. CDT. Link. Also in this member edition: Respiratory illness planning for the holiday rush Legislative update: Minimum wage changes Tax updates to … Continue Reading

Fall 2026 PACCC Insider
Complimentary Inside this issue, you'll find: Information about the new PACCC website PACCC in the media December recertification reminder 2027 Exam dates & updated pricing Upcoming webinars Partner … Continue Reading

15 Halloween safety tips for dogs (video)
By Kirk Augustine Source: Steve Dale Pet World, Top Dog Tips
Commercial links, pop-ups embedded Common sense often goes by the wayside during Halloween festivities. Samantha Randall shares tips for pet owners in this article, which includes an infographic and shareable … Continue Reading

Poll: Customer service quality getting worse
By Kirk Augustine Source: Harris Poll, USA Today
According to a new Harris Poll conducted for AT&T and shared exclusively with USA TODAY, customer service quality continues to slide even as corporations pour millions into AI and digital automation. While most consumers … Continue Reading

Growing miconazole resistance: the reason that yeast ear infection is so stubborn
By AHD Curators Source: DVM 360, Veterinary Dermatology
Ear infections are almost always a top five reason for dogs seeing a veterinarian <Link>. A recent study published in Veterinary Dermatology found miconazole-resistant Malassezia pachydermatis in routine canine otitis … Continue Reading

Small mammals: mice, rats, shrews and other cat prey
By AHD Curators Source: GetCatCrazy
Sally Gilson believes the key to a happier indoor cat is understanding the hunter inside. Her GetCatCrazy platform is where she shares practical guidance on welfare and care for domestic and feral cats. She asserts that … Continue Reading
