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AAHA president Scott Driever, DVM, discusses the importance of being an advocate for aging patients. The Community asks for animal handling tips and tricks. This month’s Scoop headlines include: Project Street Vet tours for pets of unhoused people; USDA takes action to address wildlife rabies outbreaks in multiple states; Ophthalmologists treat white tiger with new laser technology; Novel treatment successfully cures Ragdoll cat with rare immune disease; and more!

This month’s grand prize winner is Vicky Woods, veterinary assistant and kennel worker at Animal Medical Center, in Eustis, Florida!

Welcome to the Senior Issue, packed with great information on senior care: from how to help your clients enhance the lives of their seniors through enrichment activities, to complementary medicine for seniors, to a look at some of the amazing AAHA-accredited end-of-life-care practices.

New research reveals important insights into the reasons pet owners surrender their pets to shelters. Reversing the trend will require careful attention to the humans behind the pets.

By bridging the information gap and addressing cost concerns directly, practices can enhance trust and enable pet owners to make informed decisions—ensuring they feel supported throughout the specialty care process. Explore the full study at vetspecialtycare.com.

On Jan. 1, 2025, the Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association (JAAHA) will make the exciting transition to a fully digital publication. What does this mean for you, the AAHA member, JAAHA subscriber, or potential author?

Year after year, veterinary teams and organizations like the Pet Poison Hotline hear similar stories. Whether it’s the dog getting into the candy bucket or the cat chewing on a glow stick, here are some things to remember as we head into Halloween.

Halloween means fun for everyone…except maybe your client’s pets.

Think adopting a spectrum-of-care approach in your practice means you need to discount your services or lower your standards? Not so! Here’s what you need to know.

Annual event raises funds, helps to show veterans that there is hope at the end of a leash.