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Best Veterinary Assistant Certificate Programs in 2026: NAVTA Approved, Online, and Campus Options
Best Veterinary Assistant Certificate Programs in 2026: NAVTA Approved, Online, and Campus Options

Veterinary assistant certificate programs can get you into working at a veterinary clinic without spending years in school. If you want to work with animals daily, being a veterinary assistant is one ...

Jul 29, 2026
Trilostane for Dogs with Cushing's Disease: Dosing, Monitoring, and Best Practices
Trilostane for Dogs with Cushing's Disease: Dosing, Monitoring, and Best Practices

Cushing's disease (hyperadrenocorticism or hypercortisolism) is one of the most frequently diagnosed endocrine disorders in middle-aged and senior dogs. ...

Jul 22, 2026
How Long Do Cat Vaccine Side Effects Last? A Guide for Veterinarians
How Long Do Cat Vaccine Side Effects Last? A Guide for Veterinarians

Vaccination protects cats from potentially fatal infections while reducing disease transmission within the feline population. ...

Jul 21, 2026
How to Become a Veterinary Ophthalmologist: Complete Career Path Guide
How to Become a Veterinary Ophthalmologist: Complete Career Path Guide

Eye diseases in pets are more common than most pet owners realize. And when an ophthalmic case is too complex for a general practitioner, it lands on the desk of a veterinary ophthalmologist. ...

Jul 17, 2026
Feline Kidney Disease Stages Explained: IRIS Stages 1–4, Symptoms & Life Expectancy
Feline Kidney Disease Stages Explained: IRIS Stages 1–4, Symptoms & Life Expectancy

Understand feline kidney disease stages using the IRIS system. Learn Stage 1–4 symptoms, creatinine ranges, treatment, and life expectancy in cats. ...

Jul 16, 2026
How Much Hydrogen Peroxide To Give Dogs By Weight
How Much Hydrogen Peroxide To Give Dogs By Weight

Any case of suspected toxic ingestion in a dog should be treated as a clinical emergency. Toxins can be absorbed into the bloodstream and may lead to serious complications. ...

Jul 15, 2026
Post-Splenectomy Outcomes in Dogs: Long-Term Monitoring and Prognosis Counseling
Post-Splenectomy Outcomes in Dogs: Long-Term Monitoring and Prognosis Counseling

Learn what to expect after a dog splenectomy, including recovery, prognosis, long-term monitoring, histopathology results, complications, and follow-up care. ...

Jul 10, 2026
Screwworm in Animals: Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention, and Veterinary Management
Screwworm in Animals: Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention, and Veterinary Management

Learn how to diagnose, treat, and prevent Screwworm infestations in animals. Explore veterinary management, differential diagnosis, biosecurity, and future control strategies. ...

Jul 9, 2026
Top 7 Veterinary Soft Tissue Surgery Free CE Webinars by Vet and Tech
Top 7 Veterinary Soft Tissue Surgery Free CE Webinars by Vet and Tech

Soft tissue surgery treats conditions involving the body's organs, skin, muscles, and other soft tissues. It includes a wide variety of procedures, such as spaying and neutering, urinary tract surgery ...

Jul 13, 2026
How to Build a Career in Veterinary Dentistry
How to Build a Career in Veterinary Dentistry

Periodontal disease is considered the most common clinical disease affecting adult dogs and cats, with studies estimating it affects most pets over three years of age. ...

Jul 7, 2026
Veterinary Acupuncture: What It Is, How It Works, and How to Get Certified
Veterinary Acupuncture: What It Is, How It Works, and How to Get Certified

What veterinary acupuncture treats, how it works, and how DVMs get certified through IVAS, Chi University, or EBVA — a practical guide for practicing vets. ...

Jul 2, 2026
Top 15+ Free CE Veterinary Dentistry Webinars Every Vet Professional Should Watch
Top 15+ Free CE Veterinary Dentistry Webinars Every Vet Professional Should Watch

Veterinary dentistry is no longer considered an optional add-on service; it is a foundational pillar of comprehensive animal healthcare. ...

Jun 30, 2026