It took a rat, a hairless rat to be precise, to teach me one of the most valuable lessons I’ve learned while working in a veterinary hospital. The rat’s name was Newt and her owners loved her. I personally have … Continue reading
As communications director, I’ve watched the National Association of Veterinary Technicians of American (NAVTA) grow and evolve over the last few years, and I’m excited to tell you about our plan to change the platform of our conference in 2010. … Continue reading
The Banfield Applied Research and Knowledge (BARK) team has compiled a heap of data about national, regional, state and age-based prevalence of fleas and ticks, as well as factors associated with flea and tick infestation in dogs and cats. These … Continue reading
Banfield’s internal research team just completed their latest research effort, which revolved around parasites. We focused primarily on fleas and ticks, but also pulled data on the prevalence and distribution of other parasites as well. Most information confirmed what we … Continue reading
I had the good fortune to attend this year’s Student AVMA meeting in Madison, Wisconsin. I’m always impressed with the enthusiasm, intelligence and motivation of veterinary students. Perhaps I’m biased, but I know of no other group that is as … Continue reading
For the first time in the history of the veterinary profession, there are more female than male veterinarians. Almost 80% of new veterinary school graduates are now female. Fewer veterinarians are going into large animal practice. Fewer veterinarians … Continue reading
As a veterinarian, you recognize your role in keeping Pets healthy. But, do you recognize the role that you play in the promoting the health of the human members of the family as well? Veterinarians possess knowledge and understanding about … Continue reading
I work in a practice group that employs many different veterinarians with different backgrounds. I graduated from school in 1998, another veterinarian graduated in 2008 and a relief vet we use is working on becoming board-certified in internal medicine. With … Continue reading
Oral disease affects 68% of cats and 78% of dogs over the age of three years. Because it’s a common disease with a big potential impact on the Pet-family bond, the BARK team has spent a lot of time researching … Continue reading
Walking into an emotionally charged, stressful situation, especially one you are not prepared for, is not something anyone would volunteer to do, even if your communication-style is up there with the likes of Dr. Phil. And yet, that is exactly … Continue reading