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If you caught our first lesson in the Rescue™ Crash-Course on Disinfectant Efficacy, you may have been left with some questions. Although we broke down the different types of pathogens and how to tell if your disinfectant will kill them, one area that often causes confusion is whether disinfectants can be used on soft surfaces. Here we’ll explain the best …
The job of a disinfectant is to kill pathogens*. But it can be confusing to keep track of what types of pathogens a disinfectant can kill. Here, we’ll break down what efficacy* claims mean, and how to know whether your facility is protected from the pathogens you’re worried about. To start, here are some definitions that we’ll be referring to: …
It’s official! The Pet Doctor is the world’s very first Fear FreeSM Certified Veterinary Practice! Dr. Marcy Hammerle, owner of The Pet Doctor, first became a Fear FreeSM Certified Veterinary Professional when the program launched in 2016. When the announcement came that her practice could become Fear FreeSM certified with the launch of the Practice Certification program on April 2, …
Mark your calendars, because spring is here! We have been lucky over the past few weeks as warm temperatures, the twittering of birds and the first signs of new life have begun to make an appearance. When the temperatures start to rise, we can’t help but get in the mood for some spring cleaning. If you are looking to give …
Surgery is a standard method of treatment for animals both large and small, whether it be to remove cancerous tumors, repair broken bones, or diagnose and treat any number of disorders that are affecting a pets overall health and well-being. While surgical procedures should not create additional stress for your team, extra work must be done to protect patients from …
Spring is finally here and with it a season of cold and flu. While hand sanitizers and warm drinks help to keep coughs and congestion at bay, the same cannot be said for the illnesses that our furry friends can contract throughout the year. Kennel cough is one such illness that is common to our canine friends, but that can …
Ensuring that your practice or shelter is clean and welcoming to your patients is always an utmost concern, as not only does it impact your patient’s health and stay, but it reflects your care for their well-being. While you may disinfect surfaces and equipment regularly, it can be challenging to keep pathogens at bay, especially if your patients aren’t showing …
Ark-Valley Humane Society is a non-profit organization that has been working to serve Chaffee County, Colorado since 1991. Over the years, Ark-Valley has expanded its facility to increase capacity and be able to care for even more stray dogs and cats. Volunteers and staff work diligently to shelter, care for, and find homes for animals in need while educating pet …
Upper respiratory infections are not only common amongst your staff, especially this time of year, but they can impact your patients too! While veterinary practices and shelters must be prepared to handle an outbreak of kennel cough amongst their canine residents at any time, cats and kittens are not exempt from contracting and spreading highly contagious viruses that can leave …
Clark County Animal Shelter has been making an incredible impact in their community for years, which can be seen through the amazing nominations that we have received over the past few weeks! We have read messages from adopters, volunteers, neighboring shelters and more. After experiencing a fire a few months back, Clark County Animal Shelter is working hard to be …
