Advancements & research

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December 7, 2021
Study: Most dogs are highly inbred, which can mean higher care costs
A new collaborative study using DNA tests of nearly 50,000 dogs across 227 breeds found that the average inbreeding was close to 25%. -
December 1, 2021
Save time in your daily appointment flow and increase productivity
The first step is to identify what you want your protocols to cover. Almost all aspects of clinic operations can be included. But focus on areas where you currently experience the most conflict. -
November 30, 2021
New burnout study confirms what we already figured: It was bad before the pandemic and it’s worse now
A new study of burnout in the veterinary profession indicates that our suspicions were correct: The pandemic has taken it’s toll on the veterinary profession. -
November 15, 2021
Study suggests possible link between SARS-CoV-2 variant and heart inflammation in dogs and cats
Although heart problems are a well-recognized complication in people affected by COVID-19, they’ve never previously been associated with COVID in pets. -
November 12, 2021
Study: Free-roaming pet cats can spread parasites to wildlife
New research suggests that outdoor cats may be leaving an unwelcome “gift” behind while out on their rambles—in the form of a potentially deadly parasite. -
November 11, 2021
How you can help improve access to veterinary care
Lack of money's a huge barrier to access to veterinary care, but the ASPCA is betting you can think of a few more. Like . . .? -
November 4, 2021
Study: Veterinary teams stressed out by the pandemic, emotionally and morally
It’s probably no surprise to you that the number of ethically challenging situations (ESC) faced by veterinary staff has risen sharply since the start of the pandemic. But the most common types of ECS have changed, too. -
October 29, 2021
Introducing the first AAHA guidelines for working, assistance, and therapy dogs
Would you know how to treat a highly trained bomb-sniffing dog who’s having a bout of explosive diarrhea? Here’s a tip—resist the impulse to reach for the metronidazole. -
September 27, 2021
Multiple-drug resistant hookworms a growing threat
The canine hookworm Ancylostoma caninum is the most common species of hookworm affecting dogs in the US. And they’re only likely to become more common, thanks to the spread of multi-anthelmintic drug resistance in the species. -
August 25, 2021
Step inside a real-life game of Operation at Connexity’s preconference workshop
Veterinary surgery simulation offers a safe space to practice anesthesia and team communication.