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American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) is the only organization that accredits small-animal hospitals throughout the U.S. and Canada. Why?

AAHA-accredited practices adhere to the highest-quality standards, which helps ensure the best care for your pet The American Animal Hospital Association is the only organization to accredit companion animal veterinary hospitals. Our accredited hospitals hold themselves to a higher standard. Pets are their passion; keeping them healthy is their #1 priority. They strive to deliver excellent care for pets. Because pets deserve nothing less than to be seen as unique, amazing creatures who rely on their humans to keep them safe and healthy.

Creating a more cat-friendly veterinary experience doesn’t always require a major renovation. 🐈Small changes can help re...
10/16/2026

Creating a more cat-friendly veterinary experience doesn’t always require a major renovation. 🐈

Small changes can help reduce stress from the moment a cat arrives, including separating cats and dogs when possible, minimizing noise, providing carrier covers, creating comfortable exam spaces, and giving patients time to acclimate. Training teams to recognize feline body language and adjust when a cat is opting out can make a difference, too.

Swipe through for a few ideas, then explore more ways to create a clinic cats and their caregivers will love in AAHA Trends: https://hubs.li/Q04zCZhm0

Could once-daily insulin be an option for some dogs with diabetes? 🐕💉The 2026 AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines for Do...
10/15/2026

Could once-daily insulin be an option for some dogs with diabetes? 🐕💉

The 2026 AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines for Dogs include updated recommendations for both intermediate-acting and basal insulin treatment.

A few key points:
🔹 All diabetic dogs are insulin deficient and require exogenous insulin therapy.
🔹 U-40 porcine insulin zinc suspension (Vetsulin) or U-100 NPH are recommended by task force members as a good first-choice option for diabetic dogs.
🔹 Insulin degludec may also be considered a first-choice option.
🔹 Basal insulins, including insulin degludec and glargine U-300, have a long duration of action that may permit once-daily administration.
🔹 Basal insulins do not have to be timed with feeding and may be helpful for patients with inconsistent or unpredictable appetites.
🔹 Because either every-12-hour or every-24-hour administration may be needed, the task force recommends CGM when starting a basal insulin to help determine dose and administration frequency.

Explore the 2026 AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines for Dogs for the full insulin treatment recommendations.

🔗https://hubs.li/Q04zmvxj0

Toxicology is full of familiar risks, but the details can change everything.At AAHA Con 2026, Renee Schmid, DVM, DABT, D...
10/14/2026

Toxicology is full of familiar risks, but the details can change everything.

At AAHA Con 2026, Renee Schmid, DVM, DABT, DABVT, shared some of the most common myths veterinary teams encounter in tox cases, from rodenticide color-coding and lily exposure to hidden xylitol sources, NSAIDs, chocolate, and grape toxicity.

Swipe through for six myths worth revisiting before the next exposure case walks in, then read the full recap from AAHA Con 2026: https://hubs.li/Q04zNWpf0

The scale only tells part of the story.Body condition score and muscle condition score assess different things, and they...
10/13/2026

The scale only tells part of the story.

Body condition score and muscle condition score assess different things, and they should be evaluated separately. A patient can be overweight and still have muscle loss, which is why relying on weight alone can miss important changes in body composition.

During Pet Obesity Awareness Month, it’s a good reminder to look beyond the number on the scale. Nutritional screening, including body weight, BCS, and MCS, should be part of routine assessment for every pet, every visit.

Explore the 2021 AAHA Nutrition and Weight Management Guidelines for Dogs and Cats: https://hubs.li/Q04zGx6j0

Diabetes management is not one-size-fits-all across species.For appropriately selected, newly diagnosed cats, SGLT2 inhi...
10/12/2026

Diabetes management is not one-size-fits-all across species.

For appropriately selected, newly diagnosed cats, SGLT2 inhibitors may be preferred as first-line therapy. Diabetic dogs, on the other hand, require insulin from the day of diagnosis. Remission, monitoring, and follow-up also look very different between feline and canine patients.

Swipe through for a quick look at some of the biggest differences, then read more from Renee Rucinsky, DVM, DABVP (Feline), co-chair of the 2026 AAHA Diabetes Management Guidelines task force.

Explore the full article and the new species-specific guidelines: https://hubs.li/Q04zNt6q0

What does it mean to build a care plan around both the patient and the family?Family-centered veterinary care recognizes...
10/11/2026

What does it mean to build a care plan around both the patient and the family?

Family-centered veterinary care recognizes that medical needs are only part of the picture. Cost, access, communication, family circumstances, and available community resources can all affect what care is possible.

That can mean offering multiple treatment paths when appropriate, talking openly about financial considerations, and working with clients to find a plan they can realistically carry forward.

The AAHA Community Care Guidelines offer a framework for delivering medically sound care while reducing barriers and helping keep pets with the families who love them.
💬 What does family-centered care look like in your practice?

🔗 Explore the Community Care Guidelines: https://hubs.li/Q04z35r60

🎃 Halloween can be full of fun, but candy, costumes, decorations, and frequently opened doors can all create extra risks...
10/09/2026

🎃 Halloween can be full of fun, but candy, costumes, decorations, and frequently opened doors can all create extra risks for pets.

Help clients prepare ahead of time with these Halloween safety reminders, from keeping toxic treats out of reach to creating a comfortable space for pets who may be stressed by costumes, visitors, or trick-or-treaters. 👻🐾

Find more tips for a pet-safe Halloween: https://hubs.li/Q04yPczC0

Looking for new ideas to bring back to your veterinary team this fall? 📚We have several upcoming learning opportunities ...
10/08/2026

Looking for new ideas to bring back to your veterinary team this fall? 📚

We have several upcoming learning opportunities designed around challenges that show up every day in practice:
📅 Oct. 22 | Cost of Care Conversations
Learn how better visibility into client coverage can support clearer financial conversations and reduce missed claims.
📅 Oct. 28 | The High-Efficiency Practice
Explore practical ways to streamline everyday workflows and reduce administrative friction.
📅 Nov. 4 + Nov. 11 | Stop Hiring, Start Building
Learn how training, coaching, and mentorship can help develop the talent already on your team.

Take a look at what’s coming up and save your spot: https://hubs.li/Q04yWWsZ0

Your camera roll might already have the perfect photo. 📸The Trends Teams@Work Photo Contest is back! Send us your favori...
10/07/2026

Your camera roll might already have the perfect photo. 📸

The Trends Teams@Work Photo Contest is back! Send us your favorite photo of your veterinary team doing what they do best for a chance to be featured in Trends online and win AAHA swag and a gift card for your team.

One important detail: This year, entries must include at least one credentialed veterinary technician (CVT, LVT, or RVT) in the photo to qualify.

🗓️ Enter by October 15: https://hubs.li/Q04yX3B80

October is ADHD Awareness Month, and it’s a good reminder that thinking differently can bring real strengths to the work...
10/06/2026

October is ADHD Awareness Month, and it’s a good reminder that thinking differently can bring real strengths to the workplace. 🧠✨

For people with ADHD, a fast-moving mind can mean creative thinking, unexpected connections, and the ability to approach problems from a different angle.

And creating a more neurodiversity-friendly workplace doesn’t have to be complicated. Clear agendas, specific deadlines, direct feedback, and precise requests can make communication better for everyone.

Learn more about the strengths neurodivergent professionals bring to veterinary teams and six ways to be a stronger ally at work: https://hubs.ly/Q04yzqwX0

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