What would your dog do during his or her first day in office? We asked the @DrAndyRoark Instagram followers. Here’s what they think their presidential pups would do: 1. “We will bring the brightest minds in veterinary medicine together to find a better way to take our temperature.” -@drjcrisman via GIPHY 2. “Free veterinary… Read More
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Vet On the Street: What Do You Think of the Mars Acquisition?
Earlier this month the veterinary industry was surprised with the news that Mars, the ubiquitous candy maker, acquired VCA in a deal valued at over seven billion dollars. With this news, pet care will become the largest portfolio in Mars- whose current pet brand portfolio already includes Banfield, BluePearl, Pedigree, Whiskas, Iams, Eukanuba, and Royal… Read More
When it Comes to Critics, Are You Listening to the Wrong People?
You’ve probably read that veterinary medicine is one of the professions at most risk for suffering from depression and burnout and yes, suicide. Dr. Patty Khuly wrote about this in an article back in 2010 for USA Today. That article and her findings are still relevant to our profession today. The reasons vary from internal… Read More
How To Stop Puppies From Biting
Puppy breath? Cute. Puppy teeth? Serious Jaws status. In this episode of Ask Dr. Andy, Dr. Andy Roark explains how you can get your new pooch to stop biting. Read More
What Happened When I Chose A Word To Change My Life
A couple of years ago, I heard about an alternative to the New Year’s Resolution. Instead of making a list of resolutions that will likely be broken by February (something I am very guilty of), you decide on just one word to focus on for the year. The plan is called “One Word that will… Read More
Whoa! She Said WHAT to a Veterinary Client?
Good communication skills are integral to successful veterinary appointments. Unfortunately, we all slip up and the say wrong thing sometimes. These veterinary professionals were willing to admit their mistakes on the @DrAndyRoark Instagram. 1. The most unnecessary introduction… “I walk into the exam room with the owners [sic] dog and introduce myself as the doctor and… Read More