Dogs and cats with corneal ulcers are often seen in a veterinary practice. Ranging from simple to complicated, a corneal ulcer can lead to infection, pain, and blindness in pets if not properly treated. Following the steps of this guide, created by a board-certified veterinary ophthalmologist and Vetrix, can help veterinarians provide better care and […]
Starting your own veterinary practice takes dedication and hard work, but it can also be greatly rewarding. You get to determine where you work, who you work with, and what kind of practice you want to have. It’s the best of all worlds with you in the driver’s seat. Once you’ve made the decision to […]
Most veterinarians open their own practice to help pets live healthy, happy lives. Yet, there’s much more to running a veterinarian practice for it to be successful. Listed here are six of the most common challenges veterinarians face and how to address each one to build a strong and resilient veterinary practice. #1: Marketing Chances […]
Just as glaucoma is a primary cause of vision loss in humans, eye disease can be just as big of a threat to canines. This condition can come about due to genetic makeup or other causes but is almost always a progressive problem that should involve careful management by a veterinary ophthalmologist. What causes glaucoma, […]
After a year like 2020, making a focused assessment of how your practice is doing is a good move for 2021. This helps to ensure you’re making all the right decisions for your practice, patients, and employees when considering veterinary practice improvement this year. Consider these guidelines to help you start off on the right […]
We all need oxygen to survive. When it comes to dogs and cats, you may be surprised to learn the two tissues that need oxygen the most are the brain and the retina. Both have perfectly evolved to use high levels of oxygen at just the right balance of oxidative stress. The retina and the […]
As a veterinarian or pet owner, taking proper care of a pet’s eye health is especially important when a corneal ulcer or defect is present. These can be caused by a bacterial infection, a bee sting, or an injury, such as a poke from a stick. Corneal conditions can be quite painful with a potential […]
