Personal Wellbeing
Living With Gratitude
Show gratitude to yourself and your teammates.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Grassroots Initiatives to Grow and Enrich the Profession
Rather than waiting for the community to come to the profession, veterinary nursing needs to bring the profession to the community.
Personal/Professional Development
Are Veterinary Nurses Paraprofessionals?
Whenever I hear the term “paraprofessional” used to describe our profession I have a gut reaction to say: “We’re professionals, thank you.
Nutrition
Treat Nutrition: The Why, How, and What of Proper Treating
The veterinary healthcare team should understand the “why” behind an owner’s need to provide treats and be prepared with appropriate recommendations for treats based on the individual pet and the owner when nutritional adjustments are needed.
Parasitology
Telehealth Consultations for Parasite Prevention
Telehealth can be an invaluable tool for veterinary practices, especially for those willing to utilize veterinary nurses to perform these virtual appointments.
Urology & Renal Medicine
“Why Does My Cat Have Trouble Urinating?”
This series will help veterinary nurses understand the most effective way to guide clients through common questions, with key communication tips along the way.
Behavior
School Is in Session: Kittens Only!
Kitten classes are a low-risk, high-benefit service that demonstrates your practice’s commitment to behavioral health and the high priority that you place on cats.
Oncology
Staging Cancer: Digging Deeper Than the Diagnosis
Having a deeper understanding of the staging process can help the veterinary nursing staff feel more comfortable facing questions from clients and anticipating the doctor’s needs.
Urology & Renal Medicine
Subcutaneous Ureteral Bypass (SUB) as a Treatment Option for Urolithiasis in Cats
The SUB is an exciting option for treatment of obstructive upper urinary tract disease in cats, and it continues to get better through adaptations to decrease complication rates and improve long-term patient comfort.
Equine Medicine
Periparturient Hemorrhage in a Mare
This case report of a mare that began hemorrhaging into her abdomen soon after parturition illustrates how preliminary laboratory work, careful observations, and prompt treatment allowed for the best possible outcome.