Navigating the CDC updated guidelines for dog importation to the U.S.August 21, 2024The new CDC guidelines for bringing dogs into the U.S. reflect a continued commitment to safeguarding public health and preventing the spread of diseases.
Feline-friendly approach improves patient experienceNovember 15, 2022The International Society of Feline Medicine (ISFM) and the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) have jointly published two guidelines detailing how veterinarians can best implement positive, respectful interactions with feline patients and reduce stress associated with the veterinary environment.
Guide weeds out veterinary cannabis mythsSeptember 4, 2020AVMA’s new resource unpacks the efficacy and safety of using cannabis as a veterinary therapeutic.
New AAHA infection control guidelines now availableNovember 12, 2018New guidelines by the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) on infection control offer practical standard operating procedures (SOPs) to guide veterinary teams in creating a clean and safe environment to prevent the spread of disease.
AVMA to change euthanasia guidelinesOctober 30, 2018The use of CO2 for aquatic species in regards to euthanasia is part of one of the proposed updates to the American Veterinary Medical Association's (AVMA)’s Guidelines for the Euthanasia of Animals.
10 pitfalls of an incomplete handbookJuly 4, 2018The employee handbook is an important tool for veterinary employers, yet many veterinary employers still do not have one, and those that do often have one that is outdated or inadequate.
AAHA releases 2017 Canine Vaccination GuidelinesSeptember 5, 2017The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has released its newly revised Canine Vaccination Guidelines. Experts and veterinary practitioners believe vaccination protocols should be individualized based on the patient's risk factors, life stage, and lifestyle, according to the Lakewood, Colo.-based organization. Published in the September/October edition of the Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association—and for the first time as an online educational resource for the veterinary medical profession—these revised …
Coming in 2017: Dental care guidelines for vetsJanuary 5, 2017Standards for diagnosing and treating dental issues in pets are under development at the World Small Animal Veterinary Association, which expects to release the first Global Dental Guidelines in 2017.
