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Creating a healthy culture in your veterinary practice

What is the definition of ‘culture’ and what elements will help ensure your veterinary practice has an awesome work cultu...

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COVID-19 sees spike in backyard chickens

The rise in ownership of backyard chickens calls for greater education on how to best care for chooks...

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Dog grooming: managing pet stress

You don’t have to be a dog groomer to understand the importance of keeping pets’ stress levels low when grooming...

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Heartworm in cats

While heartworm in cats is far less common than in dogs, it’s important for cat owners know the signs...

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Managing a dog with veterinary fear

Veterinary fear is real for many dogs. As pet professionals, it’s important to have the tools to calm a frightened dog....

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Understanding common dog fears

Have you ever come across these common dog fears? Do you know the signs and symptoms and what you can do about them?...

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Understanding global attitudes towards dogs

Understanding different people’s attitudes towards dogs is fairly new, but can be useful for pet professionals....

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It’s Itchy Pet Awareness Month. No, really!

August is Itchy Pet Awareness Month, making it the perfect time for vets to chat to clients about allergic itch and pet skinc...

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5 common cat health concerns

Whether you’re a vet or a pet sitter, being aware of common cat health issues can help you recognise the signs and seek ear...