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Is There an Optimal Age for Cat Spay or Neuter?
Several studies illustrate the benefits of spaying/neutering a cat before it reaches 5 months of age, the approximate time it reaches sexual maturity.
Several studies illustrate the benefits of spaying/neutering a cat before it reaches 5 months of age, the approximate time it reaches sexual maturity.

Imidacloprid for Removal and Control of Fleas on Dogs
Imidacloprid chews, topical solutions, and collars have been shown to treat flea infestations in dogs.
Imidacloprid chews, topical solutions, and collars have been shown to treat flea infestations in dogs.

Multiple Unerupted Teeth in a Dog
Surgical removal of unerupted teeth in a young poodle mix removed the possibility of associated cyst formation down the line.
Surgical removal of unerupted teeth in a young poodle mix removed the possibility of associated cyst formation down the line.

The Most Underutilized Resource in Your Clinic
Veterinary nurses are trained in a multitude of areas. Don't let their skills atrophy!
Some veterinarians have a hard time letting go of responsibilities. But fully utilizing your veterinary nurses will allow you to see more patients, enhance your relationship with clients and employees, and even improve your bottom line.

Treating Canine Superficial Pyoderma in the Era of Antimicrobial Resistance
Veterinarians can help reduce antimicrobial resistance by taking a measured approach and reducing the use of antimicrobials, especially systemic antimicrobials.
Veterinarians can help reduce antimicrobial resistance by taking a measured approach and reducing the use of antimicrobials, especially systemic antimicrobials.

Rabies Vaccination in Dogs
Diligent vaccination programs are essential in preventing rabies from becoming more common in dogs.
Diligent vaccination programs are essential in preventing rabies from becoming more common in dogs.

Nutrition for Small Animal Cancer Patients
Clients will have questions about popular “cancer diets,” making it critical for practitioners to understand how they might affect a patient.
Clients may be confused by outside advice on the best diet for their pet with cancer. Look to the science to cut through the noise, and be sure to understand how cancer treatment could cause gaps in nutrition.

Addressing the Profession’s Mental Health Challenges
Banfield has introduced a first-of-its-kind suicide prevention training designed specifically for veterinary professionals.
Banfield has introduced a first-of-its-kind suicide prevention training designed specifically for veterinary professionals.

Summer in the Sunshine State: VMX 2021 Moves to June
A move to June ensures the best chance of attendees experiencing all that VMX 2021 has to offer.
A move to June ensures the best chance of attendees experiencing all that VMX 2021 has to offer.