Veterinary Practice
A Montana premiere spotlights the front-line battle against rural veterinary care deserts and outlines three pillars needed to keep young practitioners in cattle country.
In the face of a record nationwide shortage of food-animal veterinarians, Zoetis’ new documentary series spotlights front-line solutions from rural Montana — and four steps cow-calf producers can take today.
The way veterinarians respond to mistakes, approach challenges and recognize colleagues’ efforts can help build a workplace where learning and professional development thrive.
USDA researchers found that some counties return to shortage status within a few years of filling a veterinary position. Declining rural practice income and the structure of cattle production may help explain why maintaining long-term access to care remains difficult.
There is a cycle of incomplete calf health records and limited veterinary feedback. Breaking it requires practical recordkeeping systems and a commitment to turning data into management decisions.
AI use is growing across veterinary medicine, but survey findings suggest practices need clearer guidelines, better staff training and more effective workflows to get the most from the technology.
Feeding equipment, aspiration and ear, nose and throat problems can contribute to respiratory disease. Learn what to look for when investigating recurring pneumonia in calves.
Automated body condition scoring can turn routine measurements into a more targeted herd-health workflow.
Traceability and expanded surveillance are driving Namibia’s response as officials work to demonstrate the outbreak has remained localized.
Good hoof health takes more than a skilled trimmer. Jayden Palmer says the strongest dairy programs combine routine maintenance, good data, ongoing training and a team that understands what it is trying to accomplish.
A proposal to allow non-veterinarians to perform livestock pregnancy checks failed in committee, highlighting a growing debate over producer access, veterinary capacity and the scope of reproductive services.
Dr. Eric Rooker challenges veterinarians to look beyond compensation and work-life balance and consider what makes a career fulfilling in the first place.
A federal investigation that began with a West Virginia veterinarian eventually turned its attention to the veterinary drug distributor that supplied her controlled substances.
Comparing workforce assessments from Oklahoma, Kansas, Indiana, Maryland and Ohio uncovers common challenges — and a surprising shift in how the profession should approach solutions.
Research and field experience have answered many of the biggest questions surrounding HPAI while reshaping how veterinarians diagnose, monitor and manage the disease.
Lessons from Dr. Maxwell Beal, the veterinarian who diagnosed the first case of HPAI in cattle in California in 2024.
As Texas confronts the threat of New World screwworm, a veterinary emergency response team built for disasters is helping support the state’s efforts.
Two cattle veterinarians reflect on the mentors, mistakes and experiences that shaped their careers long after veterinary school.
Lean management principles may help reduce workflow friction, improve communication and create calmer workdays.
Turning ride-alongs and internships into real learning experiences benefits both the mentor and mentee.
Most welfare failures do not happen during the procedure, but in the time between recognizing a problem and deciding to act.
When producers look to their veterinarians for genomics advice, many may not feel fully confident leading that discussion. Here’s how you can prepare yourself to help producers take the first step.
How can veterinarians reduce physical strain in practice? One young practitioner shares four strategies to protect the body while building a sustainable career.
Even the best days in veterinary practice can take an unexpected turn. Knowing how to respond to uncomfortable situations can help turn conflict into meaningful professional growth.
You don’t need perfect data, but a simple framework can turn basic records into management tools that actually improve herd performance.
Flight zones, pressure and release, and facility design don’t just apply in the chute. They may be the missing framework for team cohesion in agriculture.
From vaccines to sedatives, not all accidental injections are minor. Here’s what you need to know about recognizing risk and seeking care.