Here are the top apps and programs I've been using to create social media content for veterinary clinics in 2017. What are you using? Pros and cons and recommendations for veterinary professionals?

Welcome to Off Label Veterinary News, your source for commentary on animals, medicine, and practice life. This episode: Dog litter targeted as growth opportunity, a new company offers to compost deceased pets, Dr. Ernie Ward explores the #SquatYourDogChallenge, and discusses the case of a New Jersey veterinary technician accused of taking a mom's 15-year old dog after it was allegedly euthanized by the veterinary clinic where she worked. 

What's up, Off Labellers?! In this edition, Dr. Ernie Ward comments on stories you may have missed that affect the veterinary profession. Amazon Q3 2017 Pet Products sales are soaring, home delivery pet food surges, and a pet treat dispenser has their eye on your pet's behavior. Dr. Ward shares the recent Sparkledog pet food controversy, notes on pet nutritional supplements, and shares his thoughts on a recent JAVMA commentary on stress in veterinary practice. 

Veterinarian Dr. Ernie Ward visits one of Moscow's oldest and most famous veterinary specialty clinics, Biocontrol. He talks with owner and CEO, Vladmir Mitin (who is also son of founder Dr. Vladmir Mitin). Dr. Ward takes a behind-the-scenes tour and talks about the challenges and opportunities of veterinary practice in Russia.

Veterinarian Dr. Ernie Ward visits the 2017 5th Annual Russian National Veterinary Conference (NVC) in Moscow. He meets with NVC Committee member and Moscow veterinarian, Dr. Dasha Zheltysheva. They talk about the conference, visit one of her clinics (White Fang Veterinary Clinics), and the challenges of veterinary medicine in Moscow.

Many of us use text messages as our preferred communication platform. But what about texting veterinary clients? In this episode, Dr. Ernie Ward discusses his Top 5 Rules for Texting Veterinary Clients.

Here are 5 social media tips every veterinary clinic needs to do today!

HAPPY NATIONAL VETERINARY TECHNICIAN WEEK! You know how much I love, respect, and appreciate the veterinary technicians in my life. Here are 5 Ways to Celebrate Veterinary Technicians this October 15-21, 2017!

2017 Pet Owner Survey! 

National Veterinary Conference (NVC) 2017 Moscow Preview Dr Ernie Ward. October 19-20, 2017