Category Archives: Client Education

Since February is National Dental Month and is right around the corner, let’s take a minute to review tooth resorption in cats. What are these lesions? If you perform or assist with dentals in your practice, you have seen or … Continue reading →

Urethral obstruction is a life threatening emergency in cats. It is mostly seen in young to middle aged obese male neutered cats, but any cat can be affected. It is important to know and recognize symptoms of this disease. Male … Continue reading →

As a veterinary technician, it is important to know the signs of whelping in dogs and what the expectations are for a normal and healthy delivery of puppies. Often clients will call and ask questions about their dog who is … Continue reading →

What better time to review heatstroke than now?  Heatstroke is a very serious concern, especially in the hot summer months. Providing good client education on this subject is especially important.  Heatstroke is a state of hyperthermia (106-109 F) resulting in … Continue reading →

One of the most common reasons owners neglect dental care or other procedures for their pet is fear of anesthesia. In fact, many owners have either had a negative experience surrounding anesthesia with a previous pet or with themselves, or … Continue reading →

One of the most common conditions seen in large breed dogs as they age is evidence of hip dysplasia. When you are taking a history for an exam appointment (especially for older pets), don’t forget to ask how they are … Continue reading →

  Renal failure is one of the most common medical conditions veterinarians treat. Technicians are often needed to help facilitate those treatments and explain the treatments to the owners. This blog is a brief review on chronic renal failure, treatments, … Continue reading →

Did you know that March was Pet Poison Prevention Month? As a veterinary technician, it is important to know common household toxins so you can inform owners of poisonous plants or chemicals which they may have in their home. Let’s … Continue reading →

1)      Make the client understand why something is necessary. Whether it is compliance with giving medications at home, returning for follow-up bloodwork, or deciding to go forward with a dental cleaning, people are more apt and willing to comply when they … Continue reading →