Covering industry trends and breaking news, innovative new research and technology, and legislative updates, AAHA’s NEWStat blog and weekly e-newsletter keep a finger on the pulse of current events that matter to the veterinary community.
Tony on the beat
Tony McReynolds, editor of NEWStat, on this week's stories
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The reason cats get COVID and dogs don’t
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August 6, 2020
Road tripping with dogs during a pandemic
Despite the CDC’s recommendations, the majority of Americans plan to take at least one road trip this summer. Many clients plan to bring their pups... -
August 6, 2020The unintentional casualty of overwhelmed general practices: Your local ER
Most practices are experiencing a major uptick in business. But the boom in general practices is cascading—onto emergency practices. -
August 6, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 7/31 to 8/6
This week: The FDA approves chewable tabs for canine congestive heart failure, a new veterinary school is slated to open next year, and COVID has... -
August 6, 2020
Building psychological safety
Every veterinary team is currently experiencing a surge of stress and exhaustion. It’s important to ensure that managers and team members are... -
August 5, 2020
The reason cats get COVID and dogs don’t
A couple of Canadian researchers may have figured out why cats get COVID and dogs don’t: a mutation in the gene that provides a vector for the nove... -
August 4, 2020
Bring back inactive clients with an email reminder program that’s proven to work
Two years ago, Partners for Healthy Pets (PHP) partnered with Vetstreet, a leading provider of veterinary marketing solutions, to develop the... -
July 30, 2020
First US dog diagnosed with SARS-CoV-2 dies
There have only been three dogs in the world who have officially tested positive for SARS-CoV-2 so far. The only one in the US has died. -
July 30, 2020
Childcare amid COVID: What’s a hospital to do?
Christen Skaer, DVM, recently asked her colleagues what their hospitals were doing about staff childcare during COVID. There weren't a lot of... -
July 30, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 7/24 to 7/30
This week: A cat in the UK tests positive for COVID, a vet loses his license to practice medicine, and the pandemic inspires more people to adopt p... -
July 28, 2020
The COVID mask you shouldn’t wear
If you want to help stop the spread of COVID, the kind of mask you wear is critical. -
July 27, 2020
FDA announces recall of human sedative used extralabel by veterinarians
The FDA announced a recall of a sedative commonly used in the treatment of human COVID patients—and by some veterinarians as an anxiolytic. -
July 23, 2020
Parvovirus cases spike during pandemic: How your hospital can prepare
BluePearl, which operates 90 specialty and emergency pet hospitals in 21 states, recently announced an “alarming” 70% increase in the number of... -
July 23, 2020
How to deal with angry clients . . . to a point
If you’re noticing more angry clients feeling put out by the change in your pet-care protocols, you’re not alone. Here's what to do about it. -
July 23, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 7/17 to 7/23
This week: Role models in veterinary medicine, unlocking the secrets of canine cancer, and the future of dental study in veterinary schools. -
July 21, 2020
Discuss preventive care effectively with these free, online videos
Pet owners are willing to embrace preventive healthcare visits if they understand the value and benefit to their pets. -
July 17, 2020
Help overturn an IRS ruling on PPP deductions that could hurt veterinarians
More than half of US veterinary practices took out PPP loans to keep their doors open. Then the IRS changed the terms. -
July 16, 2020
New noninvasive diagnostic test for IBD
Chronic vomiting and diarrhea are common clinical signs of IBD. But that very commonness can make it tricky to diagnose. -
July 16, 2020
Big spike in pandemic-related pet poisonings
What’s it like working a pet poison hotline during a pandemic, when people are cleaning like crazy and calls are up 100%? Even crazier than you mig... -
July 16, 2020
Piggybacking pandemics?
Are you ready for another pandemic? Not later, after this one is over—right now. Because it is a possibility. And it starts with pigs. -
July 16, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 7/10 to 7/16
This week: Coronavirus hampers help for feral cats in Canada, buying drugs on Facebook’s black market, and AAHA’s only accredited zoo tests a goril... -
July 14, 2020
Connexity in the (beach) house!
Even though Connexity’s going virtual this year, Alice Malone and her management team plan to be there together. Now they just have to decide on a... -
July 9, 2020
What’s better than treating your staff to a movie about dogs? A bunch of movies about dogs!
Treat your staff to a private showing of The Bow Wow Film Festival, a compilation of the best dog-themed short films of the year. There's even a... -
July 9, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 7/3 to 7/9
This week: Smuckers announces cat food recall, jerky-treat still suspect, and Blue Pearl reports a pandemic-related parvovirus outbreak. -
July 9, 2020
Is COVID in your A/C?
Aerosolization could explain the alarming spike in COVID cases. Is your hospital's ventilation system up to the challenge? -
July 9, 2020
Don’t let unexpected events or errors derail your controlled substance records
In order to meet the DEA’s core compliance requirement of creating and maintaining the most accurate records possible, a specific protocol for... -
July 8, 2020
A cat-owning client tested positive for COVID. What do you tell them?
Because it’s possible they’re worried they’ll give it to their cat. That added stress is the last thing they need. Here's what to tell them. -
July 7, 2020
Make sure clients hear what you’re trying to tell them with these free videos
Sometimes what one person says is not what another person hears. Be sure to close this communication gap in your practice and learn how to... -
July 2, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 6/26 to 7/2
This week: Vaccinating wildlife may reduce threat of zoonotic disease, and the AKC recognizes a rare dog breed. Plus, why do fireworks freak out so... -
July 2, 2020
AAHA’s president-elect thanks a veteran for his service—with a service dog
Plenty of veterinarians play matchmaker by putting dogs together with good people. But for Pam Nichols, making the perfect match came about in an... -
July 2, 2020
How to close your hospital (temporarily) due to COVID
Say you have to close because COVID's breached your hospital. What’s your plan? -
July 2, 2020
How to properly log and dispose of expired controlled substances
Comprehensive controlled substance recordkeeping is the backbone of DEA compliance, and the DEA wants to see that your practice is tracking the ful... -
July 2, 2020
CSU veterinary students need your help with COVID-19 research
Researchers need your help to find out how COVID-19 is impacting pet care for at-risk pet owners. And they’re willing to compensate you. To a point. -
July 2, 2020
FDA approves generic version of topical parasiticide for cats
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Vetoquinol USA’s Imoxi Topical Solution for Cats. -
July 1, 2020
Be a diet detective: Incorporate a diet history into your exam routine
Half of all cats in the United States do not receive regular veterinary care. Take advantage of Take Your Cat to the Vet Day on August 22 to... -
July 1, 2020
Pet diabetes and the role of insulin pens
Diabetes mellitus is a common endocrinopathy in both dogs and cats. Though mechanistically different, the disease in both species typically require... -
June 30, 2020
Helping pets cope with the fireworks pandemic
Americans aren’t limiting their Fourth of July fireworks to the holiday weekend. And that’s a real problem for pets. -
June 30, 2020
Cleaning product misuse doubles Pet Poison Helpline calls
Pets have been indirect victims of increased household chemical use. The Pet Poison Helpline reports a 100% increase in calls about the misuse of... -
June 25, 2020
When the going gets tough, veterinary teams get nimble
“We’re not a profession that does a good job at rapid change, but almost overnight we completely changed how we practice medicine.” -
June 25, 2020
Training dogs to sniff COVID-19 in . . . armpits?
SARS-CoV-2 is transmitted person-to-person through respiratory droplets when an infected person coughs or sneezes. But what other bodily fluids mig... -
June 25, 2020
How much should we blame the pandemic for the behavior of naughty pups?
One veterinarian at an AAHA-accredited hospital was recently bitten by a five-month-old Labrador. She attributes it—at least in part—to the pandemi... -
June 25, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 6/19 to 6/25
This week: Big changes in veterinary school classrooms this fall, walking benefits shelter dogs and veterans alike, and juggling kids and work duri... -
June 23, 2020
Create a powerful online presence with these free tools
Research shows that pet owners rely heavily on the internet to help them evaluate and choose veterinary care providers. Every practice needs an... -
June 18, 2020
Too busy? Hospitals’ advice on how to slow down and keep staff sane
Need to moment to catch your breath? Your colleagues talk about what's working for them. -
June 18, 2020
Cats can be coronavirus carriers—for other cats
Cats with SARS-CoV-2 can give it to other cats. That’s according to researchers who infected cats with SARS-CoV-2 to see what would happen when... -
June 18, 2020
TRENDS IN YOUR INBOX: Cultural Revolution—Building a Positive Culture with Positive Leadership
In positive cultures, people are engaged, driven by purpose, and full of enthusiasm. These cultures have low turnover rates, low burnout rates, hig... -
June 18, 2020
Maximize efficiency with a weight protocol for controlled substances
In human healthcare, weighing is the norm for controlled substance management. Is a weight protocol worth considering for the veterinary community?... -
June 18, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 6/12 to 6/18
This week: Coronaviruses are extremely widespread in the wildlife trade, postal workers are getting along better with dogs, and a celebrity street... -
June 17, 2020
DOGPARCS study shows parasites are common in recreational canine sites
What has been suspected to be true about dog parks and parasite risks has been quantified. This study assessed the prevalence of these infections i... -
June 15, 2020
Trends magazine call for photos: Tech-ing through the pandemic
Greetings, technicians! For this year's [email protected] photospread, we’re asking for your best photos of “Tech-ing Through the Pandemic.” Interpret... -
June 11, 2020
Committing to antiracism in the veterinary profession
Black lives matter. As worldwide protests focus long-overdue attention on systemic racism in the wake of the murders of Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna... -
June 11, 2020
Coming in from the curb: When (and how) to let clients back inside
As states continue to relax social distancing requirements across the country, many clients are anxious to get back in the exam room with their pet... -
June 11, 2020
PPP update: How it’s changed and what those changes mean for you
With a stroke of the president’s pen, the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act brought desperately needed reform to well-meaning financial... -
June 11, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 6/5 to 6/11
This week: Frank talk about racial discrimination, the USDA beefs up guidelines for dog sellers, and pet ambulance in name only. -
June 10, 2020
Boost your online client engagement with these free tools
The internet has become an indispensable tool for pet owners looking to evaluate and choose veterinary care providers. Now, more than ever, your... -
June 9, 2020
You’ve got pee-mail—and it’s COVID test results
Kössi and Lucky knew the people had COVID-19 before the people did. More remarkably, they knew before the people even began to show symptoms. -
June 4, 2020
“Survival mode”: Stress in the time of corona
In a profession predisposed to problems of burnout and compassion fatigue, the extra stress involved in seeing patients during a pandemic can be... -
June 4, 2020
They cancelled your favorite conference. So what are you going to do about CE?
How much have CE requirements changed due to the pandemic? -
June 4, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 5/29 to 6/4
This week: A new cat virus discovered in Vancouver, snake-bit cats do better than snake-bit dogs, and scientists can now test dolphins and sea... -
June 3, 2020
First dog in the US tests positive for SARS-CoV-2
If that headline gives you déjà vu (“Didn’t the first dog in the US already test positive for SARS-CoV-2? Like, a month ago?”), you’re probably... -
June 1, 2020
Early indicator: Visits per year have a greater impact on revenue per patient than higher ACT
While there are many schools of thought on the best way to increase veterinary practice revenue, initial findings from a new statistical model... -
June 1, 2020
Prepared to keep caring with healthy cost conversations
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), economic uncertainty and concerns about cost of care are now the focus for many of your clients. Being proactive... -
June 1, 2020
Year-round client satisfaction and flea and tick prevention: What’s the connection?
Most veterinarians recommend year-round flea and tick prevention for dogs and cats due to the high prevalence of fleas and ticks and related... -
May 28, 2020
“Slammed. Tired. Grateful”: Veterinary caseloads during a pandemic
Veterinary practices have been busier in the past couple of weeks than many in the profession had predicted. So NEWStat took an informal sampling o... -
May 28, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 5/22 to 5/28
This week: Treating COVID-19 in people with a drug developed for cats, seizure-prone dogs may have tells, and London cat’s evening stroll ends with... -
May 28, 2020
COVID’s effect on the human-animal bond
There’s no question that stay-at-home orders have impacted pets and their owners. Now, a new survey from Banfield Pet Hospital reveals how, and to... -
May 27, 2020
Veterinarian lawmakers propose increased scrutiny of imported dogs
More than one million dogs are imported into the United States each year. Most are healthy, but some are not. And the number of unhealthy ones is... -
May 26, 2020
How HR is writing the book on coronavius
In this story, human resources consultant Jason Averbook discusses three normal personnel processes—onboarding, performance, and governance—and... -
May 21, 2020
It’s (weirdly) a good time to hire
It might seem counterintuitive, but the current pandemic could be your chance to snag the perfect employee. Human resources specialist and author... -
May 21, 2020
Businesses are opening. How to stay safe—and successful
As stay-at-home orders ease and social distancing policies begin to relax, hospitals need to figure out which strategies to keep and which ones to... -
May 21, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 5/15 to 5/21
This week: More dogs are being trained to sniff out COVID-19, new veterinary schools are determined to open despite the pandemic, and driving with ... -
May 21, 2020
Free webinar: Coming back from COVID
Learn how your practice can survive and thrive in these unprecedented times during a free webinar, Coming Back from COVID: How to Ensure Your... -
May 21, 2020
Development of a Training Program for Law Enforcement K9 Handlers to Administer Naloxone
Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association free article: As the opioid epidemic continues across the United States, law enforcement K9s... -
May 21, 2020
Strategies for bringing back clients, finances, and production postpandemic
As stay-at-home orders ease and social distancing policies begin to relax, hospitals need to figure out how to recover lost patients, finances, and... -
May 15, 2020
Pet scams are alive and well and now come with a coronavirus twist
Stay-at-home restrictions aren’t slowing down pet scammers much. In fact, they’re helping. -
May 14, 2020
COVID-19 leaves hundreds of veterinary school grads unlicensed, unemployed, and unable to pay back student loans
More than 600 veterinary school graduates from the Class of 2020 have no idea when they’ll be able to start work or start repaying their student... -
May 14, 2020
How to safely reopen your hospital
Back in the early days of the pandemic, people talked about the future in terms of “when things get back to normal.” Not anymore. Now they talk in... -
May 14, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 5/8 to 5/14
This week: Adolescent dogs and adolescent teens have similar problems, the fate of pets left behind when COVID-19 takes their owners, and cat video... -
May 13, 2020
As people return to work, those who adopted a dog during the pandemic could be in for a rude surprise
People are preparing to go back to work, but their new pets most likely won’t be going with them. And those who adopted a pet during lockdown could... -
May 13, 2020
A plethora of pandemic pet adoptions? Maybe not so much . . .
Pandemic-related pet adoptions are definitely up in the US . . . but maybe not as much as some news reports suggest. -
May 7, 2020
Leading diagnostic labs say testing delays are possible for some feline samples
Those two cats who tested positive for COVID-19 in New York State last month may have thrown a wrench in lab-test turnaround time for all the other... -
May 7, 2020
From curbside to inside: Strategies for the beginning of back to normal
Things are a long way from being anywhere near back to normal , but with many states starting to relax stay-at-home orders and allowing businesses ... -
May 7, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 5/1 to 5/7
This week: The AVMA names this year’s Bustad Companion Animal Veterinarian of the Year, social distancing is good for animals in the wild, and what... -
May 7, 2020
Dogs are being trained to sniff out COVID-19. But who will test the testers?
Researchers are training dogs to detect SARS-CoV-2 in humans. But the CDC says we’re supposed to practice social distancing with dogs . . . to keep... -
May 6, 2020
TRENDS IN YOUR INBOX: Marketing Connected Care—Get Clients On Board Now to Keep Them Coming Back
Each month in NEWStat , we highlight an article from the upcoming issue of Trends magazine. Although telehealth and virtual care are now on client... -
May 5, 2020
Reframing fears during the COVID-19 uncertainties
Brian Pennie reprises the circle tool from Steven Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People for us. Here are a few of his statements from the... -
May 4, 2020
COVID-19: A view from abroad
The COVID-19 pandemic looks pretty grim for veterinarians here in North America. But how does it look to your colleagues around the world facing th... -
May 1, 2020
Current medical treatment of primary urethral sphincter mechanism incompetence (AKA Spay incontinence/USMI)
Primary sphincter mechanism incompetence (USMI or spay incontinence) is a form of incontinence which typically occurs in adult, spayed female dogs... -
May 1, 2020
Kick start your savings plan
If you’re like many veterinarians, you have strong discipline in how you treat your patients and manage your practice and personal career. It is... -
May 1, 2020
Prepared to keep caring in uncertain times
As the situation with COVID-19 (coronavirus) continues to evolve, it may feel like a roller coaster as you work to add precautionary measures and... -
May 1, 2020
Dog parks: Where pets, people, and parasites collide
Across the United States, dog parks have increased in number by 74% over the past 11 years (Trust for Public Land, 2019), and the number of pet dog... -
April 30, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 4/24 to 4/30
This week: A pre-existing antiviral drug may help COVID-19 patients recover faster, the pandemic could lead to a pet baby boom, and you should neve... -
April 30, 2020
Why a dog testing positive for SARS-CoV-2 in the US isn’t necessarily a bad thing
A pet dog in North Carolina is believed to be the first dog in the US to have tested positive for the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Here's why that's not... -
April 30, 2020
Tips for making curbside check-ins safer (and easier) for everyone
Although some states are preparing to relax social distancing guidelines, curbside check-ins are likely to continue for most hospitals for some tim... -
April 30, 2020
The CDC now recommends social distancing for pets
The CDC and the USDA announced last week the first confirmed cases of SARS-CoV-2 infection in two pet cats in New York State. In the wake of that... -
April 28, 2020
Free retrovirus toolkit now available
Do you have the bandwidth for another feline virus? How about two Because while SARS-CoV-2 is the new kid on the block, FeLV and FIV haven’t gone... -
April 23, 2020
Small businesses get a second chance at relief loans
If you didn’t secure a piece of the billions of dollars in pandemic-related money slated to go to US small businesses, you’ll get another chance in... -
April 23, 2020
In the midst of a national tragedy, a small glimmer of good news
When Jennifer McKay, DVM, began working to save the small dog’s life, she had no idea she belonged to a friend of hers. A friend who had already lo... -
April 23, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 4/17 to 4/23
This week: Dogs could suffer when quarantine ends, there are roadblocks in the way of finding a coronavirus vaccine, and a rare species of dog figh... -
April 23, 2020
American Heartworm Society releases 2019 Heartworm Incidence Survey and map
This week, the American Heartworm Society (AHS) published the results of the 2019 AHS Heartworm Incidence Survey and unveiled a new heartworm... -
April 22, 2020
Confirmation of COVID-19 in two pet cats in New York raises new concerns
Yes, cats can catch it. The CDC and the USDA today announced the first confirmed cases of SARS-CoV-2 infection in two pet cats in New York state.... -
April 22, 2020
New NIH study: How to sanitize N95 masks for reuse
If you’re lucky enough to have a stash of N95 respirators, a new study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) can help you extend their life,... -
April 22, 2020
Managing COVID-19 podcast: Facing challenges and discovering opportunities in the midst of chaos
How are you and your team working through today’s unforeseen challenges? If you’re feeling stressed, that’s no surprise. “Ambiguity and uncertainty... -
April 21, 2020
Adjust inventory to account for supply chain disruptions
The COVID-19 situation is stressing various supply chains. Adjustments to inventory management, especially for SKUs needed for caring for animals,... -
April 21, 2020
Removing PPE the right way: Do you know how to doff?
As many as half of human healthcare workers don’t remove personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly, according to a 2015 study from the Universi... -
April 21, 2020
COVID-19 test for pets now available to veterinarians
That tiger in the Bronx Zoo has a lot of pet owners worried that maybe their pets can catch COVID-19 after all. Now IDEXX Laboratories is rolling o... -
April 16, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 4/10 to 4/16
This week: The lab animals most likely to lead to a coronavirus vaccine, and why you shouldn’t believe everything you hear about stray dogs and... -
April 16, 2020
New COVID-19 employer survey: See how your hospital’s handling of the pandemic stacks up
Millions of Americans are working from home—or aren't working—as a result of the pandemic. Here's what their employers are doing about it. -
April 16, 2020
The PPP is out of money. Now what?
Ironically, the Paycheck Protection Program ran out of money on April 15. What’s next for veterinarians? -
April 16, 2020
AAHA releases interim vaccination considerations for dogs and cats
Most people know that the Veterinarian’s Oath focuses on caring for animals and protecting animal welfare. But there is also a very important line ... -
April 15, 2020
What one AAHA-accredited practice wishes they could tell their clients
A veterinarian writes an imaginary "memo to clients," inspired by the incredible patience, indomitable good cheer, and flat-out fortitude of her... -
April 15, 2020
Veterinarians and COVID-19 in Canada
Canada has 200 AAHA-accredited hospitals. Canada also has Covid-19: 27,540 confirmed cases as of April 15, and just under 1,000 deaths. How are you... -
April 15, 2020
SBA loans: The money problem
There are more than 30 million small businesses in the US. As of late last week, some 70% of them tried to apply for an emergency loan through the... -
April 14, 2020
North Royalton takes a monstrous approach to COVID-19
What do you do when COVID-19 divides your tightly knit team? The team at AAHA-accredited North Royalton Animal Hospital is taking monstrous measure... -
April 9, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 4/3 to 4/9
This week: More veterinary colleges go online, glimmers of hope on the COVID-19 vaccine front, and pet fostering gets popular as people stay home -
April 9, 2020
Can animals catch COVID-19? Probably not. But then along came a tiger . . .
Up until last weekend, there were only four reported cases of dogs and cats testing positive for the SARS-CoV-2 virus anywhere in the world: two do... -
April 8, 2020
American Heartworm Society provides new guidance on heartworm protocols during the pandemic
While telemedicine is proving a lifeline for many hospitals during the current crisis, it doesn’t allow for routine heartworm testing and the... -
April 8, 2020
Helping clients keep their dogs in shape while everyone’s cooped up at home
With social distancing and staying at home the new norm, everyone—including your clients and their pets—are experiencing head-spinning lifestyle... -
April 8, 2020
Practice liquidity during a pandemic: A guide to the small business loans offered through the CARES Act
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, passed Friday, March 27, provides $349 billion for small business relief, which... -
April 7, 2020
Scary Times Success Manual can help you now
Transforming current anxieties and fear into strategic growth, progress, and achievement is the objective for this manual from Dan Sullivan. The 10... -
April 3, 2020
Some veterinary hospitals donating unneeded PPE to their human counterparts
Got spare PPE? Ready to give it away? That’s what Andrea Moore, DVM, co-owner and medical director of AAHA-accredited Pinnacle Animal Hospital in S... -
April 3, 2020
The CARES Act: What practices should know
The CARES Act, passed March 27, is an attempt to provide relief to not only individual Americans and large corporations, but also to small business... -
April 3, 2020
Applications for SBA Loans for small businesses (including veterinary hospitals) roll out today
Attention veterinary hospitals worried about making payroll and keeping their doors open: the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) portion of the... -
April 2, 2020
The CARES Act: What veterinary staff should know
On March 27, Congress passed the CARES Act, a sweeping, $2 trillion bill aimed at providing relief to millions of Americans as the US economy is... -
April 2, 2020
Opening the digital door: Connecting hospitals with patients in a time of social distancing
Human healthcare providers are flocking to telemedicine to care for patients while maintaining social distancing during the COVID-19 crisis. Many... -
April 2, 2020
Budgeting during a pandemic: Advice and a break-even calculator
During the COVID-19 crisis, all practices are entering an uncertain economy, either with reduced business from a client base that is sheltering at... -
April 2, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 3/27 to 4/2
This week: Veterinary colleges go online and coronavirus fears could derail scientific research. And by the by, does a dog need a learner’s permit ... -
April 1, 2020
CDC: An about face on face masks?
You don’t need to wear a face mask if you’re not sick: the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says so. But what if you’re sick and you don’t know it... -
April 1, 2020
Veterinary hospitals and social responsibility in the era of COVID-19: An interview with J. Scott Weese
For J. Scott Weese, DVM, DVSc, DACVIM, social distancing equals social responsibility. Inside the hospital and out. -
April 1, 2020
Free legal aid for veterinary practices
How does free legal aid sound? With the global pandemic still in full swing, small businesses need all the help they can get, including legal advic... -
April 1, 2020
Treating cancer amid a global pandemic
Veterinary clinics are resilient. They have already begun adapting to the added stress associated with COVID-19. -
March 31, 2020
N95 mask production ramping up, but you have options if you’re crafty and in a hurry
You already know that facemasks are in critically short supply. That's why a small DIY cottage industry has sprung up around making your own masks. -
March 26, 2020
FDA says yes to telemedicine—by not saying no
On Tuesday, the FDA announced that it’s temporarily easing restrictions on veterinarians’ use of telemedicine so they can more easily treat pets... -
March 26, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 3/20 to 3/26
This week: Some medical students get out of school early to join the fray, human medical workers told to keep mum on COVID-19, and good news on the... -
March 25, 2020
Pandemic self-care for veterinary teams
Living through a pandemic is really, really exhausting. The mental health risks are real. That means radical, relentless self-care is more importan... -
March 25, 2020
Mental health risks and strategies for veterinary teams during the pandemic
Both the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health provide online resources for... -
March 24, 2020
Feline antiviral drug for FeLV, FIP is now being tested against SARS-CoV-2
A Singapore startup is testing its antiviral drug, RetroMAD1, against the SARS-CoV-2 beta-coronavirus that causes COVID-19. A spokesperson for... -
March 24, 2020
If cancelled conferences put a crimp in your CE plans, AAHA’s got you covered with online RACE-approved CE
As veterinary conferences get cancelled or postponed due to coronavirus concerns, you may be wondering how you’re going to fit in your continuing... -
March 23, 2020
Leading in the midst of chaos
“Ambiguity and uncertainty drive stress,” says Randy Hall, founder and CEO of Aspire and veterinary leadership guru. Few would argue that we’re... -
March 23, 2020
Pandemic realities: Could veterinary hospitals be forced to close?
During the COVID-19 pandemic state of emergency, veterinary practices may be forced to close for two reasons: -
March 23, 2020
Family First Coronavirus Response Act: Fact sheet
An easily scannable fact sheet to use in your practice. -
March 21, 2020
Families First Coronavirus Response Act overview and related issues
On Wednesday, March 18, 2020, President Donald Trump signed a $100 billion relief package—the Families First Coronavirus Response Act—to address th... -
March 20, 2020
Pandemic conversations: Economic predictions, technology, and staffing challenges
The veterinary profession continues to adapt on the fly to the unprecedented challenges of the pandemic. -
March 20, 2020
Industrial facemasks okayed for hospital use—or, if you can’t wait, you can make your own
How badly does your hospital need surgical masks and other personal protection equipment (PPE)? Thanks to new legislation, N95 respirators are on t... -
March 19, 2020
7 everyday ways to adapt veterinary practice during the pandemic
Veterinary practices continue to adapt as the COVID-19 situation develops in their communities. Here are seven ways to adapt. -
March 19, 2020
Keep scheduling those wellness appointments with teletriage service
You don’t have to cancel wellness exams to keep your staff safe from coronavirus. Telemedicine can help prevent the spread of COVID-19 while helpin... -
March 19, 2020
First dog to test positive for coronavirus dies
The dog who kept testing positive for coronavirus finally tested negative. So they sent him home. And then he died. Here's what happened. -
March 19, 2020
Weekly News Roundup 3/13 to 3/19
This week: New legislation introduced to relieve veterinary student debt, and the Iditarod crowns a champion despite COVID-19 fears. Plus, five... -
March 19, 2020
Saying goodbye during COVID-19: How AAHA-accredited practices are handling pet euthanasia
Pet euthanasia is always hard, but COVID-19 has made it even harder. Here's how some AAHA-accreded practices are trying to balance precautionary... -
March 17, 2020
AAHA-accredited hospitals reaching out to each other for advice during pandemic
There is no doubt COVID-19 has created a host of challenges for veterinary hospitals. But AAHA-accredited hospitals are among the profession’s most... -
March 17, 2020
AAHA responds to COVID-19 pandemic
The arrival of COVID-19 to North America has forced many veterinary hospitals to assess their current practices and find solutions to continue...
