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Veterinary CE Requirements: Your State-by-State Guide
Veterinary continuing education (CE) rules change state to state. This list explains your basic veterinary CE requirements to help you stay compliant
New Year, New Goals: 5 tips for planning your veterinary CE for 2025
Christmas is a time for reflection on the last year and looking towards the next. While we hope you’re getting some well-earned rest, we also know that veterinarians are often workaholics – and from our course bookings we know people are already thinking about their veterinary CE for 2025 and beyond. So, while you’re dreaming […]
Free Vet Tech CE Anesthesia webinar with Nicki Grint!
Learn easy ways to enhance anesthesia safety in your clinic with checklists! Watch this free CE webinar and discover how vet techs play a key role in preventing errors. Gain access now.
Pet Cancer Awareness Month: raising awareness and advancing veterinary oncology training
November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to bringing attention to one of the most critical health issues affecting pets today. As cancer becomes one of the leading causes of death in pets, it’s essential to raise awareness, encourage early detection, and promote veterinary oncology training. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association […]
Why Veterinary Mistakes Happen and How to Recover
Veterinary professionals often hold themselves to the highest standards, striving for excellence in every aspect of their work. However, veterinary mistakes can and do happen, sometimes leading to serious outcomes for the patients they care so deeply about. This reality can feel overwhelming, but mistakes are an inherent part of being human. This article […]
Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care: an exciting, challenging field
Veterinary emergency and critical care (ECC) is one of those areas in veterinary medicine that you either love or steer clear of. For those of us drawn to ECC, there’s an undeniable thrill in the unpredictability, fast decision-making, and the direct impact we have on our patients’ lives. Starting out in veterinary practice For most […]
Mastering veterinary ultrasound: Practical tips for clearer imaging
Ever wondered how to use your vet ultrasound machine? Read our top tips, and find out more about mastering veterinary ultrasound training we offer.
Burnout in Veterinary Professionals
According to the World Health Organization, burnout is a work-related condition resulting from unmanaged stress, characterized by feelings of exhaustion, detachment, and reduced effectiveness. Burnout is a syndrome characterized by three main symptoms: “feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion; increased mental distance from one’s job, or feelings of negativism or cynicism related to one’s job […]
AAHA Management of Allergic Skin Disorders in Dogs and Cats Guidelines
Pruritus is one of the most frequent complaints that leads to small animals presenting to the vet. A dog or cat with an allergic disorder causes not only stress to the animal itself but also to its owners, since diagnosis is frequently difficult and can include multiple trips to the vet until a definitive […]
Q&A: How can veterinary technicians/ paraprofessionals deepen their expertise and handle more complex clinical cases?
Q: Why is it important for vet techs/ paraprofessionals to expand their clinical knowledge? A: Expanding clinical knowledge is essential for veterinary technicians/ paraprofessionals as it not only enables them to handle a wider range of cases with greater confidence and expertise, but also helps them build critical skills that enhance their performance in […]
Why are “Cat Friendly” Clinics so important
Visits to the veterinary clinic are essential to maintain a cat’s health, but many factors can make a visit or stay at the clinic a negative experience for them. The impact of these negative experiences can be significant, including stress or a longer than normal recovery. It also affects the veterinary team, with a higher […]
Building a Successful Veterinary Team: Tips and Advantages
A veterinary clinic, like any other business, relies heavily on its employees to keep the practice running smoothly and ensure clients are satisfied with every visit. While veterinary professionals must be trained in their clinical work, having a supportive, close-knit team which maintains a positive attitude, and strives to create a pleasant atmosphere is crucial […]
Make the Most of your Veterinary CE - 7 Top Tips!
Continuing Education (CE) plays a vital role in veterinary practice, helping professionals stay ahead of the latest industry trends and enhancing their skills to deliver exceptional patient care. Taking a structured approach to CE is a significant and thrilling component of your career advancement. It allows you to pinpoint your development needs, concentrate your learning […]
Top Tips for supporting the medical emergency by Laura George DipHECVN, DipAVN (small animal), NCert A&CC, CertVN ECC, VTS (SAIM), RVN
Often, it is the role of the veterinary tech (VT) to perform the initial triage and support when emergency patients arrive, passing the information gained to the veterinary surgeon and implementing the interventions they prescribe as a result. In this article you will find some top tips on how you can best support medical emergencies...
The Impact of Social Media in Veterinary Clinics
In today’s digital world, social media has become an essential tool for veterinary clinics. Its influence goes well beyond traditional marketing, significantly impacting client engagement, education, and the overall reputation of veterinary services. Social media platforms provide a direct communication channel between veterinarians and pet owners, allowing clinics to share updates, answer questions, and […]