Parasitology
Chasing Zero Together as a Profession: Tips for Implementing Heartworm Reduction Initiatives at Your Hospital
Insights from a new Banfield survey of 1,000 U.S. cat and dog owners found nearly 40% don’t believe their pet is at risk of getting heartworms and nearly 30% said their pet is not on heartworm prevention.
Technology
The Impact of Big Data in Veterinary Medicine
Banfield Pet Hospital has released their annual VET Report. Read how Big Data is changing the landscape of veterinary medicine.
News
Data-Driven Pet Insights Gleaned From 150 Million Pet Visits
Banfield is celebrating reaching 150 million pet visits in May across more than 1,000 hospitals since tracking this data began in 2000. Banfield researchers have mined this data to help drive medical quality and patient safety not just at Banfield but across the veterinary profession.
Preventive Medicine
Data-Driven Pet Solutions: The Importance of Preventive Care
Seeing more than three million pets each year, Banfield analyzed its electronic veterinary health records system for data and insights on some of the most common preventable diseases; this article provides key findings from the new report.
News
Data-Driven Pet Solutions: Addressing the Pet Obesity Epidemic
With the American Pet Products Association (APPA) estimating more than 11 million households welcomed a new pet last year, the veterinary profession faced complex challenges in 2020: adjusting to new pandemic processes and guidelines while simultaneously meeting the surging demand for pet care services.
Personal Wellbeing
Addressing the Profession’s Mental Health Challenges
Banfield has introduced a first-of-its-kind suicide prevention training designed specifically for veterinary professionals.
Personal Wellbeing
Lasting in the Veterinary Profession
The acronym L.A.S.T. — which stands for Listen, Accept, Seek, and Test — can be a helpful tool to recenter yourself during times of stress and fatigue.
Personal/Professional Development
Meeting Clients Where They Are
No two clients or pets are the same, which is why veterinary practices should explore alternative ways to serve pets and owners to determine what works best for them and the hospital team.
Nutrition
Addressing the Growing Problem of Overweight Pets
Pet owners may not see how overweight their pet is or be willing to address the problem.