Purina Helping Veterinarians Help Animals
Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets has announced the initiation of the Pro Plan Veterinary Support Mission, a groundbreaking endeavor aimed at alleviating common challenges faced by veterinary professionals in their practice. In a significant first step, the initiative has pledged a substantial donation of $1 million to the American Veterinary Medical Foundation (AVMF) REACH program. This program provides grants to veterinarians offering essential pet care services to owners undergoing financial difficulties.
Chewy’s leadership team talk about shaking up pet care with Chewy Health
In a revealing discussion with PYMNTS, Mita Malhotra, the president of Chewy Health, shed light on the company's latest initiative, Chewy Vet Care, and what it means for pet owners.
Exploring Pet Health Initiatives Malhotra explained Chewy's venture into pet healthcare, highlighting how Chewy Vet Care has already garnered considerable interest from pet parents. "Our customers see Chewy opening veterinary clinics as a logical step forward in the services we offer, aligning perfectly with their expectations from us," Malhotra stated.
Defying Odds: How Vet Student and Mom, Ashley Oppermann, Merges Motherhood with Veterinary Medicine
In Madison, Wisconsin, Ashley Oppermann, a third-year veterinary student at UW-Madison, begins her day much like any other student. But Ashley is not just any student – she is a mother, a wife, and a dreamer who's breaking barriers and redefining what it means to be a veterinary student in today's demanding world.
Breaking Barriers in Pathology: Dr. Aleksandra Zuraw's Rise from life in a Small Polish Village to Global Fame!
Dr. Aleksandra Zuraw's journey in veterinary pathology is a saga of relentless determination and groundbreaking innovation. From her humble beginnings in a small Polish village to the forefront of digital pathology in the United States, her story is a vivid illustration of how passion and perseverance can redefine the boundaries of a profession.
From Ballet Slippers to Reptile Scales: Ava Cabble's Daring Leap into Exotic Veterinary Medicine!
In the early hours at Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine, Ava Cabble, a bright-eyed first-year student originally from Michigan, is already immersed in her studies. But Ava isn't just any veterinary student; she's on an extraordinary journey to become a specialist in herpetological medicine, with a special love for reptiles. Her path from Michigan State University, where she studied Microbiology, to the esteemed halls of Cornell, is a riveting tale of passion, ambition, and an unwavering love for the animal kingdom's most misunderstood members.
Veterinary Mental Health Revolution: Groundbreaking Study Shows Unprecedented Positive Trends Post-Pandemic!
Increase in Mental Health Resources for ProfessionalsAlmost three-quarters of veterinary professionals express personal satisfaction with their career, but there are still factors they are concerned about, including high exhaustion, work-life balance, and shortage of vets, all of which can contribute to a feeling of burnout. Results indicate that more veterinarians who needed mental health support received outpatient treatment and counseling for mental health challenges in 2023. Moreover, there has been a substantial increase in clinics supporting their team's mental health and emotional wellbeing, with results showing that 38% of clinics now offer an employee assistance program (EAP) as opposed to 31% in 2021 and 27% in 2019.