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As the U.S. economic climate continues to darken, another unfortunate victim is appearing: the pet health-care financial assistance fund. There are dozens of these funds, which accept donations to help pet owners pay for veterinary medical bills. Many are state-specific, but there are only a few national organizations that provide money for pet owners in need, and as of this week, five of them are no longer accepting applications for assistance. “We’re hurting. We’re all out of money,” said Jacki Hadra, founder of In Memory of Magic (IMOM). “We’re getting more applications than ever, but fewer donations.” Claire Gaudiani, a professor at New York University’s Heyman Center for Philanthropy and Fundraising said that these organizations can expect to see a drop-off in donations. “Historically there is a decline in giving that is associated with a decline in wealth-building,” Gaudiani said. “It’s different in different periods; it’s hard to predict how severe this will be.”

Professionals Stress High Morbidity, Low Mortality Aspects of Dog Flu

The situation with the coronavirus (COVID-19) is rapidly evolving as the virus is spreading in countries around the globe, including in the United States. This can make it challenging for your veterinary practice to know how to respond, and it’s important to revisit policies and procedures daily.

Immediate Past President Darren Taul, DVM, talks social media strategy with a focus on setting and achieving goals. We highlight AAHA’s new Forensic Process Course on investigating animal cruelty cases; Dear AAHA answers a question on access to AAHA’s standards; free, RACE-approved culture lunch and learns; and a review of the AAHA pain management standards.

As states continue to relax social distancing requirements across the country, many clients are anxious to get back in the exam room with their pets during appointments. How will you decide when it's time?

AAHA President Guylaine Charette, DMV, dives into the subject of culture and how it relates to the health of both your practice’s people and its finances. Dear AAHA answers a question on controlled substances, and we offer some ideas for celebrating AAHA-Accredited Hospital Day (July 22)!

Get ready for what could be the biggest advancement in the treatment of chronic pain since veterinary practitioners were able to add nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to their pain treatment toolbox. Anti–nerve growth factor monoclonal antibodies are on the horizon for the treatment of chronic pain in both dogs and cats.

AAHA board member Cheryl Smith, CVPM, discusses the essential nature of keeping track of inventory. New section, “Next Up for AAHA” alerts members to recent and upcoming changes in the association, a reminder to plan your Connexity experience, and Dear AAHA answers the question of how to dispose of an old X-ray unit.

Myofascial trigger points can generate pain and dysfunction. This results in localized hypoxia and ischemia and the release of inflammatory mediators, which sensitize afferent nerve fibers accounting for the tenderness of the area.

Using custom orthotics to treat a golden retriever with a CCL tear.