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Print this graphic as a quick reminder about common veterinary emergency cases, including respiratory issues, blocked cats, and trauma. Read the full story: "STAT! Tips for treating and transferring emergency cases in general practice" at aaha.org/newstat.

Heartworm resistance isn’t as prevalent as it once was, but genetic variation and human activity may change that in the future. And with an uptick of heartworm-positive cases in unusual locations, it’s more important than ever to educate and encourage clients about year-round heartworm prevention.

From a career that started with big hair in the ‘80s and is now heading toward retirement , Vickie Byard, CVT, VTS (Dentistry), has seen enormous changes in vet med for techs, for dentistry, and for patient care . And it all happened because her practice leadership gave her the chance. 

They may not happen often, but when cardiopulmonary events occur, your team needs to jump into action quickly. Here’s your nudge to take another look at your practice’s preparedness to perform CPR.

How comfortable is your team treating common bird emergencies? Sydney Pockard , DVM, talks to columnist Emily Singler, VMD, and offers tips for veterinarians in general practice.  

We dig into a CPR refresher from the Reassessment Campaign on Veterinary Resuscitation (RECOVER) initiative in this brief overview. Look for newly revised CPR guidelines from RECOVER in 2024 to help ensure that all practices have the training to save lives.

Veterinarians should be aware of which patients to test for MDR1 mutations and how to manage their medications to avoid neurotoxicity and even death in some dogs.

It’s hard enough to make our own exercise routines work, so how can we get pets moving? Martha G. Cline, DVM, DACVIM (Nutrition), chair of the 2021 AAHA Nutrition and Weight-Loss Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats, touts the benefits of staying active for pets, including longer life spans and fewer health problems.

With an increasing number of Spanish-speaking clients, being able to communicate in Spanish is no longer just a skill—it's a necessity. Vetspacito empowers veterinary professionals with the language tools to improve patient care and build stronger, more empathetic relationships with a broader clientele.

Chocolate and xylitol aren’t the only Valentine’s Day toxin risks for pets according to the Pet Poison Helpline.