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by Catherine Haskins | Jul 1, 2026 | Animal Health News - Views, Views
The Dean didn’t make an announcement. He saw the work during a routine inspection of the Surgical Training Center, walked over, and handed Theresa Cosper-Roberts, MA, RVT, CVPM, ACVE(DE) a gift card and a handwritten note. That was it. “That moment carried more weight... read more
by Tom Seeko, CExP™ | Jul 1, 2026 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
On the surface, Veterinary medicine looks strong right now. Schedules are full. Demand is high. Opportunities are everywhere. And for many veterinarians, income is higher than they expected it would be. That should feel like stability. But for a lot of people, it... read more
by Katie Jarl | Jul 1, 2026 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
One of the biggest challenges facing pet owners today has little to do with the animals themselves and everything to do with finding housing that will accept them. Anyone who has searched for rental housing with a dog, particularly a large dog or boxy-headed dog,... read more
by Dr. Keith True, DVM | Jul 1, 2026 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
When I set this series up, I planned for Part 3 to be the honest comparison between the build and the buy. Two months in, I do not have that article yet. What I have is a raw interim report on where both practices stand, what running two at once actually complicates,... read more
by Stith Keiser | Jul 1, 2026 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
I recently read a white paper published by Bank of America detailing rising costs of Veterinary care. As Veterinary professionals, we’re all aware of this and much of the recent published information has targeted pet parents as the audience. For those of us who spend... read more
by Christian Caputo | Jul 1, 2026 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
Veterinary school comes with an intensity of study that is difficult to explain to those who have never experienced it. The first round of exams you face as a student can feel like an unending assault that you only just manage to be prepared for. Then, it repeats,... read more
by Stacy Pursell | Jul 1, 2026 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
One of the most important factors influencing long-term career success is something that every professional has the ability to develop: their skills. While education, opportunity, and experience all play important roles in shaping a career, the professionals who grow... read more
by Dr. Eleanor M. Green, DVM, DACVIM, DABVP | Jul 1, 2026 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
“Respect and recognition aren’t luxuries – they are necessities for a thriving workplace.” The Work Happiness Charter In this issue of AHNV Catherine Haskins contributed an article, “Recognition Isn’t the Trophy. It’s the Fuel.” As she was preparing the article she... read more
by Dr. Joel Parker, DVM | Jul 1, 2026 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
I’ve heard the glowing “I’ve the best staff ever” praises of Veterinary practice front ends (the CSR team)—and while many are very, very good, some some simply fail to convert valuable new client enquiries into appointments. In effect, the front desk becomes a hidden... read more
by Tori Williams | Jul 1, 2026 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
For decades, animal welfare has operated largely behind the scenes. Professionals have quietly cared for animals that were lost, abandoned, surrendered, or neglected, often accepting the emotional toll as simply part of the job. Today, the field is evolving.... read more
by Shannon Nowak | Jul 1, 2026 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
For many people, summer is a season of longer days, weekend cookouts, and vacations. For Veterinary professionals, it often marks the beginning of a different kind of season—one where appointment books fill quickly and completely, emergencies become more frequent,... read more
by Dr. Megan Sprinkle, DVM, DACVIM | Jul 1, 2026 | Animal Health News - Views, Views
As a board-certified Veterinary nutritionist, one of the most common questions I’ve been asked a lot lately is: “Why does feeding pets feel so confusing?” Ironically, we know more about pet nutrition today than at any point in history. We have more... read more
by Deven Vespi | Jun 1, 2026 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
Owners tend not to draw lines between the dogs, cats, or horses they love. The commercial worlds built around each of those species tend to draw them constantly. In many animal health organizations, companion animal and equine sit under the same commercial umbrella.... read more
by Dr. Eleanor M. Green, DVM, DACVIM, DABVP | Jun 1, 2026 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
A very close friend, Chris, who is a very accomplished professional horseman, and his family came to our home for dinner this week. He could hardly wait to show us his WHOOP, a wearable device that monitors his health parameters, including heart health, sleep,... read more
by Dr. Wendy Hauser, DVM | Jun 1, 2026 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
An echo chamber is an environment where only one type of view is represented and repeated. These opinions tend to dominate conversations, often reinforced by confirmation bias. During the first half of 2026, several familiar themes echoed within the Veterinary... read more
by Mark Cushing | Jun 1, 2026 | Animal Health Industry - Views, Views
(Editor’s note: Loren Breen, Animal Policy Group’s Director of Government Relations, is co-author of this article.) America faces a chronic shortage of Veterinary professionals. Animal Policy Group is engaged in a number of policy initiatives to respond: advocating... read more
by Tom Seeko, CExP™ | Jun 1, 2026 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Veterinarians often work hard for many years without feeling financially ahead. The schedule stays full and the income appears strong. From the outside, everything seems stable and successful. Inside, many still feel pressure, uncertainty, and frustration around... read more
by Dr. Keith True, DVM | Jun 1, 2026 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
In Part 1 of this series, I laid out why I am running an acquisition and a startup side-by-side, and why I think the build path and the buy path are two vehicles delivering the same operating model. This article goes inside the deal itself, end to end. Not the... read more
by Dr. Joel Parker, DVM | Jun 1, 2026 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
Many independent Veterinary practice owners are beginning to notice subtle but important shifts in client behavior. Schedules that were once consistently full now have occasional white space. Appointment bookings are happening later. Clients are asking more questions... read more
by Dr. Megan Sprinkle, DVM, DACVIM | Jun 1, 2026 | Veterinary Practice - Views, Views
I’ve spent years talking about the Animal Health industry and sharing the stories of Veterinary professionals on Vet Life Reimagined. We’ve discussed the joy and the challenges: communication, compassion fatigue, work-life harmony, career pathing, and the deep sense... read more
