Let’s talk both feline and canine chronic enteropathy management. As a whole, GI-related cases can put a strain on both veterinary practitioners and pet owners as they work to manage this disease, customize treatment plans, and continue to balance both nutritional and lifestyle factors impacting these pets. However, centering resiliency and persistence within the treatment of chronic enteropathy for both cats and dogs can make a world of difference as veterinarians work to provide a high level of care to these patients.

It’s no secret that veterinary technicians play a crucial role in the landscape of pet care. While technicians continue to specialize in many areas of expertise, a significant and often overlooked opportunity lies within pet nutrition. By empowering veterinary technicians to lead nutritional advice sessions, this can create opportunities for exceptional care that positively impact clinic revenue and technician engagement.

The key lies in unleashing the full potential of veterinary technicians through the creation of a dynamic system that efficiently maximizes the capabilities of both veterinarians and technicians. Nutritional advice sessions play a role in the quality care that supports both pet well-being and the overall wellbeing of the veterinary profession.

Veterinary technicians play an integral role within clinics and within the support networks for both pets and pet parents. Their skills are more in demand than ever, as the veterinary industry evolves to support a growing population of cats and dogs seeking care. The future of veterinary technicians can take many forms as each practitioner customizes their own professional development and carve their own path.

Dermatology cases comprise approximately 20 percent or more of a veterinarian’s caseload. It’s not surprising given that dog owners most commonly recognize symptoms related to their pet’s skin. In fact, one in every 10 dogs can be affected by a disease called atopic dermatitis. There is no cure for this disease, and management is lifelong, often involving expensive, daily medications. Our panelists will discuss this issue and how to best counsel their clients through dermatology-related care, including the
positive impact nutrition can have.

Due to the unique technical skills and rigorous occupational demands, veterinarians are particularly suited to benefit from professional mentorship within the industry. Mentorship can serve as a mutually beneficial relationship between colleagues, often leading to additional support within professional development, retention, resiliency, and personal wellness. Cultivating these relationships is a valuable investment for new graduates and practitioners early in their career, as they begin to define their own
best practices and continue to build their personal networks.

Cats are skilled at hiding health problems, and cat owners may not always recognize when their pet is suffering from a health issue, especially one that impacts their cat’s oral and dental health. Dental disease can significantly impact their wellbeing, along with their ability to eat and get enough nutrients to sustain their overall health. Armed with the knowledge to identify and manage these elusive dental problems, join us as we explore the most common dental challenges encountered in feline practice and
discuss strategies to support their health.

Cats are notorious for being complex, cryptic patients, and providing them with optimal care requires strategic observation and education for their veterinary providers and caregivers. Feline behavior impacts each animal’s urinary health, alongside other environmental factors and small differences that can differentiate from sickness and wellness. In this podcast episode, we will address the important connection between feline behavior and urinary health as veterinary clinics work to counsel their patients about the intersection of these factors within the lifestyles of their cats.

Sustainability is the future of our industry as we work to create a better world for pets. Sustainable protein sources will continue to play a larger role in the diets of our cats and dogs as we look for sustainable paths to support their nutritional needs. However, veterinarians and petcare professionals have a role to play in consumer education as pet owners re-examine the environmental impact of what’s in their pet’s bowl. Proactive and informed conversations can break down these barriers and hesitancies that exist as the industry works to incorporate these ingredients to deliver a nutritional foundation to pets. The Pet Sustainability Coalition is a major player in partnering with brands and industry leaders to examine their environmental and social practices, making them the perfect thought leaders for this conversation.

The COVID-19 pandemic had a dramatic effect on the veterinary industry and the lives of pets in general.  The impact on the health of wellbeing of the cats and dogs we all love has been tremendous, and the way in which we care of them has been transformed.  In this two-part podcast, veterinary experts discuss some of the trends they have seen as a result of the pandemic and where they see the veterinary industry heading as we all work to regain some normalcy in our everyday lives. 

The COVID-19 pandemic had a dramatic effect on the veterinary industry and the lives of pets in general.  The impact on the health of wellbeing of the cats and dogs we all love has been tremendous, and the way in which we care of them has been transformed.  In this two-part podcast, veterinary experts discuss some of the trends they have seen as a result of the pandemic and where they see the veterinary industry heading as we all work to regain some normalcy in our everyday lives.