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WSAVA updates guidance document after dog reportedly infected with coronavirus

Soon after news broke of a pet dog in Hong Kong testing "weakly positive" for coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19), WSAVA updated its guidance document. Fortunately, the dog is not showing any clinical signs of COVID-19, but will remain quarantined for further testing. Despite this worldwide health scare, WSAVA says standard precautions are still sufficient. Read more.

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Pet insurer: Records show no sign of human coronavirus in pets

Pet owner’s growing concerns about whether companion animals can contract the SARS-Cov-2 virus prompted Trupanion to mine its data and share some good news. Learn more.

2020 Hospital of the Year–Jumping in, learning curve: First time's the charm

Find out how two young doctors built the practice of their dreams and why their hospital won top honors in the 2020 dvm360 Hospital Design Competition. Read more.

The Dilemma Live: Meddling with marijuana

Have you ever had to discuss marijuana intoxication with a client? In the latest episode of The Dilemma Live, Dr. Marc Rosenberg and technician Bash Halow explain what they would say to a client whose dog got into her teenage son's marijuana stash. Watch it here.

TOOLS YOU NEED NOW

Innovative ways to increase profit in your practice

Do you want to increase revenue in your practice but don’t know how? Maybe it’s time to invest in some new technology like the PetDesk app.
Find out more.

Wrangling the topic of CBD with your veterinary clients

When it comes to CBD use in pets, there is still so much we don't know. Unsure about how to broach this sticky topic with clients? Start with being well-informed.
Here's what you need to know.

Oral exams on awake veterinary patients: Waste of time or helpful tool?

This study found that using visual assessment as a screening tool may help to identify dogs in serious need of dental care.
Read more.

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FDA approves new comprehensive parasite preventive

Simparica Trio, the first isoxazoline combination product to provide comprehensive protection against the most common internal and external parasites, may reach the shelves by late April.
Find out more.

Arkansas State may soon have its own veterinary school

There is currently no veterinary school in Arkansas, but that could soon change. Last month, Arkansas State University announced its agreement to collaborate with Adtalem Global Education (ATGE), to explore the possibility of adding a veterinary medical college to its Jonesboro campus.
Read more.

Harnessing the Power of Pet Health Insurance

Have you checked out our new Pet Connections series? Learn about the history of pet insurance, the most common conditions for pet insurance claims, and much more.
New episodes coming soon. Stay tuned! Check them all out here.

News

>	Boehringer Ingelheim awards five veterinarians with equine research funds
>	New FDA warning about Salmonella risk with Aunt Jeni’s frozen raw pet food
>	Western Veterinary Conference announces new name

Medicine

>	Watch for these red flags in your veterinary derm exams
>	Clinical trial for acute canine pancreatitis treatment now enrolling
>	AAFP to hold inaugural e-conference in April

Business

>	Zoetis acquires Ethos Diagnostic Science
>	Veterinarian wellbeing study finds improved awareness, but not enough action
>	How to talk less and listen more

Team

>	Tips for Techs: Work in a busy ER? Here’s how to get out on time
>	NAVC welcomes new president
>	Advanced dental procedures for pets: What’s possible?

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