Veterinary Practice News Canada
June 1, 2023
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$18M investment boosts Canadian pets’ access to care?
$18M investment boosts Canadian pets’ access to care
Ensuring pets in Canada’s Indigenous communities receive sufficient access to veterinary care is the goal of a significant long-term investment from PetSmart Charities of Canada.
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Point-of-care ultrasound, GI nutrition among CVMA sessions
Veterinary professionals across the country are gearing up for the annual Canadian Veterinary Medical Association Convention, which will be hosted July 6 to 9 in Québec City.
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5 Questions With… Dr. Michelle Oblak
5 Questions With… Dr. Michelle Oblak
Veterinary Practice News Canada recently spoke to Michelle Oblak, DVM, DVSc., DACVS, ACVS Fellow of Surgical Oncology, to learn more about her journey toward surgical oncology and discuss the ways in which her research at Ontario Veterinary College could change the way cancer is diagnosed and treated.
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Marineland charged over care of its black bears
Marineland charged over care of its black bears
Ontario’s Ministry of the Solicitor General has laid charges against Marineland, citing concern for the welfare of the park’s black bears.
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Nova Scotia welfare groups unite pets, people amidst wildfires
Nova Scotia welfare groups unite pets, people amidst wildfires
A series of wildfires in Nova Scotia has forced more than 16,000 people to evacuate their homes, leaving many dogs, cats, and horses stranded—and rescue groups are stepping up.
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Today’s Feature
The euthanasia appointment calls for empathy
In veterinary medicine, euthanasia appointments are among the most complex and trying, both for staff and clients. Indeed, many front-end staff members might find themselves at a loss for words when counselling a client through these initial conversations over the phone. For the pet owner, it may be the most difficult decision of her life. This heightened emotion often leads to confusion and, as such, requires different management and a specialized skillset.
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