Vet P.O.V. Fraud in the world of veterinary medicine

Lately, it seems I’ve hit this hot button like the buzzer on Jeopardy. But recent events have me fuming about the fraudulent nature of the pet business. This time I’m talking about my colleagues, though, and I’m sorry to say we have a hand in it at times.

Health certificates, insurance claim...

May 3rd, 2007 5 Comments

Vet School 101 What the heck is evidence-based veterinary medicine and why should I care?

It’s a weird topic—and a potentially boring one—but one that has implications for how humans and animals are treated in medical settings.

Do you ever wonder how it is that vets decide which drugs to give and what procedures to undertake when an animal is ill? What we should do is read, read and...

May 3rd, 2007 5 Comments