Personal/Professional Development
NAVTA’s Approved Veterinary Assistant Program Celebrates 15 Years
Well-trained, credentialed veterinary assistants can be a huge benefit to the rest of the veterinary team.
Infectious Disease
What Veterinary Nurses Need to Know About Avian Influenza
The ongoing highly pathogenic H5N1 outbreak presents significant challenges to both animal and public health.
Emergency Medicine/Critical Care
Placing Central and PICC Lines in Small Animals
Central venous catheters play a vital role in the management of critically ill veterinary patients.
Behavior
Addressing the Most Common Veterinary Visit–Associated Canine Behavior Concerns
Fear, anxiety, and aggression are common canine behaviors in veterinary settings but can be successfully managed using a structured, welfare-focused approach.
Nutrition
How Exercise Fits With Nutrition in a Weight-Management Plan
Exercise is a crucial part of the weight-management plan and should be tailored to meet the needs of the patient and the client.
Parasitology
Top Parasitology Concerns in the Western United States
Many of North America’s most common pet parasites thrive in warm, moist conditions, but a few have adapted to specific ecosystems in the West.
Oncology
Cancer in Companion Animals: How It Happens and How It Is Treated
Knowing how treatment modalities work and their associated adverse effects requires an understanding of how cancer develops and thrives.
Equine Medicine
Assessing and Addressing Pain in the Equine Patient
Pharmaceutical pain management has developed significantly in the past decade as more studies have validated novel analgesic drugs, doses, and adjunct therapies.