What if your perspective could make a difference? CommuniVET Research is conducting a short national survey to better understand how Canadian veterinarians and technicians who work primarily with companion animals, such as yourselves, view the pharmaceutical companies that support your work in practice. Your voice matters — and this time, it comes back to you.Help shape how pharmaceutical companies support your day-to-day reality in practice. Why participate? Your input will directly...

Join the BCVTA online for their 2026 Conference - two days of high quality CE* delivered straight to your home on May 22 and 23, 2026. Whether you’re looking to master advanced dentistry or improve your clinic’s culture, we’ve got you covered. Featuring Experts: Mary Berg, RVT, VTS (Dentistry) Lucie Langevin-Neil, RVT, CVPM, PCC Antonia Laoutaris, RVT, VTS (A&A) Monica McLeod, RVT, VTS (ECC) Topics include: DentistryPractice managementHands-free radiographsAnesthesiaAnd more! Rates...

10 years of commitment, 10 years of shared knowledge, and this is only the beginning. For the past 10 years, CommuniVET.com has brought the veterinary community together around a shared goal: supporting continuing education, fostering knowledge sharing, and accompanying teams as veterinary practice evolves across Canada. Behind the platform is a dedicated team working every day with our contributors and partners, driven by passion to bring you relevant and important content. Our mission is...

Every day in veterinary clinics, inspiring stories unfold — animals who, thanks to the care and compassion of a dedicated team, are given a second chance. At CommuniVET™, we want to shine a light on these special moments! ✨ CommuniVET™ selected three rescue story from submitted by our members as part of our Pet rescue story contest. Enjoy these heartwarming tales, the kind that remind you why you chose this wonderful profession.💙 Elli's incredible rescue story When Elli first arrived...

For 20 years, Veterinarians Without Borders North America / Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Amérique du Nord (VWB/VSF) has mobilized Canadian veterinary professionals to advance a simple truth: when animals thrive, people and ecosystems thrive too.Working across 13 countries and four continents, VWB/VSF strengthens animal-health systems, supports sustainable livelihoods, and promotes environmental resilience through a One Health approach that recognizes the interconnection between animals,...

Every day, veterinary teams make a meaningful difference in the lives of animals, people, and the communities where we work and live. One way to be intentional about remembering the good we are fulfilling is to give back with skills, time, or support. Community Veterinary Outreach (CVO) is one way to make a meaningful difference across Canada. CVO is a national charity supporting 11 regions in Canada, providing veterinary care AND human health care to those experiencing homelessness. How does...

Dr. Marie Holowaychuk, known to you as our Thrive! contributor, is deeply passionate about veterinary medicine and the well-being of those who dedicate their lives to helping animals. In this brief interview, Marie shares what inspired her to write A Compassionate Calling: What It Really Means to Be a Veterinarian. She discusses the misconceptions about veterinary medicine, the gap between client perceptions and reality, and the paradox of compassionate work and its impact on veterinary...

Ear infections were the most common condition reported by pet owners in dogs, as per the 2024 Canadian Animal Health Institute (CAHI) Pet Owner Survey1. Most medicated ear treatments often require daily at-home applications, which can be stressful for pets, difficult for owners, and may compromise compliance. Today, veterinarians in Canada have another option: Simplera®, Vetoquinol’s long-acting otic solution.One dose. One visit. Another reason to smile! Simplera® is an effective single-dose...

Stay at the forefront of veterinary medicine with IDEXX Reference Laboratories Veterinary diagnostics are evolving rapidly, and staying ahead requires access to state-of-the-art technology, efficient workflows, and expert support. At IDEXX Reference Laboratories, you’ll discover the most innovative routine tests to use every day, along with an advanced menu of specialized diagnostics that provide cutting-edge insights with proven accuracy. A full spectrum of innovative tests At IDEXX Reference...