Looking to strengthen your client relationships through more effective communication? In this video from our Top Tips for RVTs series, Becky Taylor, RVT, shares three simple yet powerful techniques to help you build trust with pet owners through communication. You'll learn how to assess what the client already knows, show that you've listened and understood, and tailor your message to their specific needs.Whether you're offering support during a diagnosis or guiding a treatment plan, these...

Looking to better help new cat parents in supporting urinary health of their animal from day one? In this video from our Top Tips for RVTs series, Robin Saar, RVT (nutrition), shares practical tips to help better manage urinary health in cats from the first day of adoption. Robin discusses key nutritional considerations, highlights the impact of stress on urinary well-being, and provides simple, actionable tips RVTs can share with pet parents to help reduce the risk of urinary issues....

Looking to strengthen your feeding recommendations to make mealtimes calmer and more stimulating for young pets? In this video from our Top Tips for RVTs series, Jessica Benoit, RVT, VTS (Behaviour), shares essential strategies to support stress-free feeding for puppies and kittens. She highlights the importance of setting up calm feeding spaces to help young pets feel safe and relaxed. Jessica also explores simple food enrichment ideas to share with new pet owners to engage natural behaviours...

Looking to sharpen your dermatology skills and improve case interpretation? In this video from our Top Tips for RVTs series, Jennie Tait, AHT, RVT, VTS (Dermatology), explores the importance of recognizing lesion distribution patterns in dermatology cases. She explains how a thorough history, close patient observation, and diagnostics can help differentiate similar-looking skin conditions. Jennie breaks down the significance of symmetric versus asymmetric lesions, highlighting key patterns...

Looking to improve your skills in managing puppy biting? In this video from our series Top tips for RVTs*, Jessica Benoit, RVT, VTS (Behaviour), shares actionable strategies for redirecting puppies toward appropriate behaviours. She emphasizes the importance of staying calm, avoiding punishment, and using positive reinforcement with treats and engaging toys. Discover simple yet effective techniques like setting up toy and treat stations around the home and coaching owners to encourage and...

Are you aware of the role you can play as an animal health technologist in the management of arthritic pain with your canine patients? This accredited, 1.5-hour learning module for RVT/AHT* will earn you 1.5 CE credits and help you learn all about monoclonal antibodies (mAbs) in the management of canine arthritis (OA). The module 3, in a series of 4 modules, covers the management of OA with your canine patients and will help you to understand how you can leverage mAbs in your role as a...

Looking to improve your cytology skills in dermatology cases? In this video from our series Top tips for RVTs, Jennie Tait, AHT, RVT, VTS (Dermatology),highlights the critical role of cytology in achieving accurate diagnoses and developing effective treatment protocols. She discusses the benefits of cytology and lists the techniques for collecting samples, including skin smears, tape preps, skin scrapings, and fine needle aspirations. She also shares valuable resources and in-clinic tools...

Looking to approach raw diet conversations with confidence and compassion? In this video from our series Top tips for RVTs, Robin Saar, RVT, VTS (Nutrition), shares expert insights on how to approach conversations about raw diets with clients in a positive and nonjudgmental manner. She discusses strategies for making tailored diet recommendations based on a pet’s age and health condition, gathering essential details about the type of raw diet being fed, and equipping clients with resources to...