Feb 11, 2026
When Digital Conversations Carry Professional Weight Understanding WhatsApp, Evidence, and the Hidden Mental Load of Modern Practice Digital messaging platforms such as WhatsApp have become deeply embedded in modern veterinary practice. From appointment follow-ups and...
Jan 15, 2026
Veterinary Practice in 2026: Key Trends Clinical innovation, changing client expectations, workforce pressures, AI, and regulatory scrutiny are converging in ways that will affect how veterinarians practise in 2026 and beyond. Understanding these trends is not simply...
Dec 5, 2025
For many veterinarians, the experience of receiving a client complaint goes far beyond professional scrutiny. It often feels like a personal attack, striking at the very core of their identity as clinicians and caregivers. As Gibson et al. (2022) observed in their...
Dec 5, 2025
The Veterinary Defence Association (VDA) has noted an increase in complaints involving cases where multiple veterinarians contributed to the care of the same animal. Collaboration can be in the patient’s best interest, particularly in emergencies, referrals, or when...
Dec 5, 2025
Veterinary professionals are no strangers to stress, but in recent years, the weight has become heavier. High emotional stakes, financial dilemmas, ethical strain, and increasing legal risks have turned everyday veterinary work into an emotional battleground. The VDA...
Dec 5, 2025
As veterinary professionals, we’re no strangers to post-operative protocols evolving over time with advances in evidence, technology, and client expectations. Yet one area where current practice may no longer meet optimal standards is the routine discharge of patients...
