To many, the future may seem very uncertain, so we here at AAHA invite you to seek some clarity for the future by reflecting on the past with our theme for 2026: “Back to our Roots.”
AAHA/CareCredit Employee of the Month January 2026: Cassidy Scheib
Congratulations to Cassidy Scheib, veterinary assistant at Broadway Veterinary Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, the January 2026 AAHA/CareCredit Employee of the Month!
HAB-py tails: How pets create belonging, improve retirement, and help IPV survivors heal
Supporting and strengthening the human-animal bond is a major reason for veterinary professionals to choose this field. That’s why each month, we’re rounding up a few fantastic examples of just how powerful that bond can be.
Tablets for tabbies: A look at technology, animal welfare, and interaction in cat cafes
While cat cafes strive to create a positive experience for both cats and guests, the rise in popularity of these establishments has led to concern about cats’ welfare in such environments. A recent study called Look What the Cat Tapped In examined the potential uses (and challenges) for technology, such as videos on an interactive platform called MewTube, in environments like cat cafes. What they learned could impact how similar technology is used in veterinary clinics in the future.
Meet Brian Goleman, a certified veterinary technician and the creator of Brian’s Bandages, an educational movement to teach bandaging skills and wound care to veterinary professionals. He shares his passion and expertise for excellence in bandaging and wound care at national and regional veterinary conferences and workshops across the country and on his website and social media channels.
Goleman’s platform, Brian’s Bandages, highlights the love he has for his chosen profession. “I love the constant collaboration and learning within this profession,” he said. “Every case challenges us to problem-solve, and every patient reminds us why we do what we do.”
Goleman enjoys the challenge of helping veterinary professionals learn to love bandaging and feel empowered to use these skills to promote patient healing. “Teaching others how to master and personalize their bandaging techniques reminds me how much impact small details can make in our field,” he said.