Good afternoon dvm360 readers! We hope you are as excited about today being Friday as we are and ready to take on the weekend. We have some exciting news to share with you, our first Fetch conference in Nashville, Tennessee is just around the corner. Mark your calendars for May 17-18 and join us in the Music City to earn over 14 continuing education credits. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of Fetch’s first time in Nashville, secure your spot here today!
As we get ready for Fetch Nashville, let’s take a look at what was popular this week on dvm360.com. Zoetis’ bedinvetmab injection (Librela) and frunevetmab injection (Solensia) products caused illness in pets was a hot topic among pet owners and veterinary professionals alike. In response, Zoetis shared their insights into the drugs and their experiences with them.
In the latest episode of The Vet Blast Podcast, Ken Yagi, MS, RVT, VTS (ECC), (SAIM), discussed the importance of creating a low-stress experience in emergency rooms for both patients and clients. This is an important topic that can greatly improve the care that animals receive during stressful situations.
Azalia Boyd, DVM, Chief Veterinary Medical Officer for Companions and Animals for Reform and Equity’s Urban Community Animal CARE Division, shared her perspective on advancing the veterinary profession in our April print publication’s Veterinary Profile. Her insights were thought-provoking and shed light on the importance of equality in animal care.
Deb Zoran, DVM, PhD, director of the Texas A&M Veterinary Emergency Team (VET), shared their response during their deployment to the Texas panhandle where they assisted with the Smokehouse Creek wildfire. Their experience highlights the critical role that veterinary professionals play during natural disasters.
Domer Technology introduced two new lasers to their product line this week: The Domer Laser Class 3B cold laser therapy device and high-intensity call 4 laser. These products can help veterinary professionals manage pain from tendon injuries, post-surgical or trauma wounds, nerve injuries