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VetNews is a weekly email bulletin and blog covering the issues that matter most to all levels of our diverse industry – from vets, techs, and nurses, through to students, specialists, and conservationists. Plus all the latest news on animal welfare, practice management, biosecurity, pet owner trends, and much much more.
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World’s largest study into cherry eye in dogs
The world’s largest study into cherry eye in dogs has identified 17 breeds at increased risk of developing the condition, including the Neapolitan mastiff, English bulldog, Lhasa apso and great Dane, among others.
Study of staff pandemic preparedness
A new study will provide insight into whether veterinarians, veterinary technicians and other members of the animal care industry feel prepared to provide essential services in the midst of a pandemic.
News Bites for 29 January 2022
In this update: The environmental cost of inhalational anaesthetic agents, a new study on common skin masses in young dogs – and more!
Two vets honoured as Members of the Order of Australia
Veterinarians Dr Arthur C Webster and Dr Robert Johnson have both been honoured as Members of the Order of Australia (AM) in this week’s Australia Day honours list.
News Bites for 22 January 2022
In this update: COVID-19 detection dogs used by touring rock stars and the Dog Aging Project receives a funding boost.
AVA releases antimicrobial guidelines for dairy cattle
The AVA has published antimicrobial prescribing guidelines for dairy cattle, incorporating an overview of the core principles of the appropriate use of antimicrobial agents, followed by comprehensive prescribing information.
Don’t forget online marketing in your annual plan
Annual planning is essential for any business, and vet practices are not exempt from this. Your annual plan is a map charting all of the milestones you want to reach during the year, and when you want to reach them by.
The benefits of getting professional help with your practice’s marketing
Getting help with your marketing ensures your continued success in this important area of veterinary business while freeing up your team.
News Bites for 14 January 2022
In this update: A NSW vet highlights the pinch on practices, nominations are open for the biennial Plowright Prize – and more!

World’s largest study into cherry eye in dogs
The world’s largest study into cherry eye in dogs has identified 17 breeds at increased risk of developing the condition, including the Neapolitan mastiff, English bulldog, Lhasa apso and great Dane, among others.

Study of staff pandemic preparedness
A new study will provide insight into whether veterinarians, veterinary technicians and other members of the animal care industry feel prepared to provide essential services in the midst of a pandemic.

News Bites for 29 January 2022
In this update: The environmental cost of inhalational anaesthetic agents, a new study on common skin masses in young dogs – and more!


Two vets honoured as Members of the Order of Australia
Veterinarians Dr Arthur C Webster and Dr Robert Johnson have both been honoured as Members of the Order of Australia (AM) in this week’s Australia Day honours list.




News Bites for 22 January 2022
In this update: COVID-19 detection dogs used by touring rock stars and the Dog Aging Project receives a funding boost.


AVA releases antimicrobial guidelines for dairy cattle
The AVA has published antimicrobial prescribing guidelines for dairy cattle, incorporating an overview of the core principles of the appropriate use of antimicrobial agents, followed by comprehensive prescribing information.


Don’t forget online marketing in your annual plan
Annual planning is essential for any business, and vet practices are not exempt from this. Your annual plan is a map charting all of the milestones you want to reach during the year, and when you want to reach them by.


The benefits of getting professional help with your practice’s marketing
Getting help with your marketing ensures your continued success in this important area of veterinary business while freeing up your team.




News Bites for 14 January 2022
In this update: A NSW vet highlights the pinch on practices, nominations are open for the biennial Plowright Prize – and more!
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