Culture and People
Dear Labby: How to create an impactful parental leave policy
This month, Labby tackles one practice owner’s question about implementing a parental leave policy at their clinic.
Culture and People
This month, Labby tackles one practice owner’s question about implementing a parental leave policy at their clinic.
Culture and People
The rising trend of relief veterinary medicine presents a complex challenge for veterinary hospitals.
Clinical
Watch the video below for the latest insights and updates on HPAI H5N1 in cats, and check out our previous articles on an array of H5N1-related content designed to help you and your practice.
Did you know there’s a correlation between the coat color of cats and their shelter outcomes? Read more about black cat bias, where it comes from, and how to help.
Culture and People
Mentorship and formal training are critical elements in supporting new team members across all roles in fostering a collaborative culture and enhancing patient outcomes.
Culture and Wellbeing
Is gratitude woven into your practice culture? Do team members feel recognized for a job well done? If not, your practice could be missing a huge opportunity when it comes to improving staff retention. Fortunately, experts have identified several straightforward ways to make sure recognition isn’t just being given, but that’s also done right.
Culture and People
Meet Amelia Pinkston, a veterinarian whose passion for personal wellbeing and burnout prevention inspired her to pivot from treating pets to supporting the humans who treat them. She shares content in a variety of formats to help veterinary professionals feel grounded, empowered, and aware of how to best support their own physical and mental health. She wants those who work in veterinary medicine to know that there is an alternative to operating in a state of chronic stress and self-sacrifice and that they can be more fulfilled both personally and professionally as a result.
Clinical
End-of-life care in veterinary medicine has come a long way, and as it continues to evolve, a new approach is emerging with the rise of certified companion animal end-of-life doulas. Doulas, some of whom are veterinary professionals themselves, collaborate with veterinary teams to help families create more personal, peaceful, and meaningful farewells. As awareness grows, end-of-life doulas are becoming allies in delivering compassionate care.
Culture and People
Did you know that AAHA and CareCredit give away $500 each month to a veterinary team? Find out how you (or someone you know) can win!
Culture and People
The Sheldrick Wildlife Trust in Kenya has long contributed to anti-poaching efforts, but those efforts leveled up when they added tracking dogs to the program. Today, their Canine Unit is making a major impact on poaching, and the teams that work with and care for the dogs involved are committed to making sure these canines remain healthy and happy.