Dear Mavis, I was inspired to write you a letter after discovering a blog called A Letter to My Dog, a charming website that encourages dog-lovers to wear their hearts on their sleeves and gush about their four-legged companions in … Continue reading
The way in which veterinary professionals communicate with clients can influence patient care, positively or negatively (e.g., satisfaction, adherence to recommendations, etc.). Evidence suggests that great communicators have stronger veterinarian-client-patient relationships than poorer communicators. That is why we are continuously … Continue reading
This month, the BARK team finished a research campaign focusing on dental disease and feline periodontal disease in particular. As a cat owner, I looked forward to this evidence campaign, because my cat Jordan has had a fair share of dental … Continue reading
Banfield’s Applied Research and Knowledge (BARK) team recently conducted a survey that reveals pet owner perceptions regarding their pet’s health and lifestyle . This unique research opportunity, called the National Pet Health Study, utilized a Web-based survey that asked pet … Continue reading
Banfield Applied Research and Knowledge (BARK) information and evidence resources are now available online, making it easier than ever to stay up to date with BARK’s latest research findings! Our new website, located at www.banfield.net/BARK, provides access to valuable resources … Continue reading
This month, the BARK team finished a research evidence campaign on Pet overweight/obesity (see previous blog postings from June 22 and July 27). What we discovered in our analyses and literature searches probably won’t surprise you; however, the findings just … Continue reading