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10 White Lies Veterinarians Tell Clients

If you are a regular at dog parks, you know that some pet owners can be clueless. If you recognize yourself in any of these veterinary sarcasms, take notes for your next visit so that you and your pet won’t be the next clients from H-E-double-toothpicks. Read more.

10 Things You Shouldn't Say to Your Veterinarian

Dr. Patty Khuly outlines some remarks that this veterinarian would prefer not to hear from pet owners.

5 Things You Should Never Say in a Vet's Waiting Room

The vet's waiting room can be a social minefield. Dr. Patty Khuly suggests you avoid a few specific topics in order to keep things friendly.

Why do so many veterinarians commit suicide?

Column explores why so many vets take their own lives.

7 Common Bath-Time Mistakes Pet Owners Make

If you're planning to give your cat or dog a bath, it's best to avoid these common grooming mistakes.

How to Select a Dog Breed

Selecting a dog breed that's right for you and your family requires much consideration. Before you decide on a dog, take our dog breed selector quiz.

How to Pet Cats and Dogs

Give pets a choice, observe their body language and know where they prefer to be stroked.

Why I Chose an AAHA Accredited Veterinary Hospital

Selecting a safe and reliable veterinarian was one of the most important decisions I made when adopting my dogs. AAHA's accreditation evaluates 900 standards of veterinary care making that process quicker and easier. Your pet's health and safety matter, so you should look for an AAHA accredited veterinary hospital too!

What Makes YOU Feel Appreciated at Your Veterinary Hospital?

It's no secret that many veterinary professionals aren't paid anywhere near what they're worth. By now, we know we're not in vet med for the money.

What ER Veterinarians Want Pet Owners to Know Part I

Bringing your pet to the emergency clinic can be very scary, stressful, inconvenient, and expensive. While an emergency visit is...

What Do You Want From Veterinarians?

Visit Pet Authority Animal Hospital in Waterford, Michigan! Your local Animal Hospital that will care and look after your pet family member. Contact us at 248-673-1288 to set up an appointment!

12 Behind-the-Scenes Secrets of Veterinarians

Is this Normal? When Should I Take my Pet to the Veterinarian?

A new episode of AVMA TV has been posted on our YouTube page. All too often pet owners find themselves asking, “Is this normal? Should I take my pet to see the veterinarian?” In our new video, Dr. …

Veterinary practices making changes to protect staff and pet owners

FRESNO, Calif. (KGPE) — Some veterinary practices are making changes to protect pet owners and clinic staff from the coronavirus. For instance, Fresno Pet ER has closed its lobby and clients …

Pet Tales: Soft blankets and heartfelt-prayers to comfort ailing pets

People post photos — mostly dogs, but some cats — happily cuddling on the blankets. Posts range from heart-warming to gut-wrenching.

Veterinary technicians play an important role in animal care

Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine veterinary technician D'Lisa Whaley explains how veterinary technicians assist veterinarians with exams, diagnostic tests, medication administration, anesthesia, surgery and more. Veterinarians are increasingly seeking technicians trained in programs accredited by the AVMA, and technicians can then pursue examinations to become licensed or registered veterinary technicians.

How to keep veterinary visits fear-free

Veterinarian Hope Jankunas writes that fear-free visits to the veterinarian's office are possible. Veterinary teams can obtain training and take steps to make the pet's time at the clinic as stress-free as possible, but owners can desensitize animals to anxiety triggers, such as the cat carrier or even the owner's own angst, long before leaving the home.