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The Perils of Name-Dropping During Job Interviews
Job interviews are delicate conversations. They are not only opportunities for employers to evaluate candidates, but they are also moments when candidates are presenting their professionalism, judgment, and interpersonal awareness. Every word, story, and example... read more
The Hospitality Gap: Why Veterinary Medicine is Losing Client Trust
A few years ago, a New York restaurant’s general manager overheard a table of guests wishing they’d had time for a street-cart hot dog before their flight home. So, he ran outside, bought one for two dollars, and plated it like a course. That small,... read more
When Clients Ask AI Before They Ask Their Veterinarian: Redefining the Veterinarian-Client Relationship in the Age of AI
Veterinarians should position themselves as expert interpreters of information who integrate scientific evidence with patient-specific clinical judgment.” “The veterinarian must become the information steward.” This morning, I started my day catching up on the news.... read more
Recognition Isn’t the Trophy . . . It’s Fuel
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
The Income Irregularity Problem: Why Inconsistent Pay Creates Financial Stress (Even at High Income Levels)
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
A Growing Movement for Pet-Inclusive Housing
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
Build and Buy Part 3: Two Months in, The Honest Interim Report
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
What a Veterinary Appointment Actually Has to Pay For
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
Why Veterinary Students Should Be Exercising
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
Why Developing Your Skills is One of the Best Investments You Can Make
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
Recognition is Respect Made Visible: A Leadership Imperative in Veterinary Medicine
“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
The Hidden Leak in Your Veterinary Practice
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
The Future of Animal Welfare Depends on Human Wellbeing
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
Summer Brings More Than Puppies and Kittens: When Warmer Weather Changes the Workday
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
Why Pet Nutrition Feels More Confusing Than Ever
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
Same Industry, Different Business: The Commercial Realities of Companion Animal and Equine Health
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
The Digital Health Revolution: Human Healthcare Today and Veterinary Healthcare
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
The Echo Chamber of Veterinary Medicine
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
License Portability Progress in 2026
(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