Our Blogs
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Accounting in Vet Med: You Can “Count” on Me
October 11, 2022I work at the corporate office of Ethos. So, to be completely upfront, this isn’t a story of quick thinking or adrenaline rushes. In fact, this isn’t even really a singular story, but I think it should be shared.
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9 Sports to Enrich Your Dog’s Life
October 6, 2022Is your dog bored with your usual activities? Taking your dog for hikes and playing fetch are good ways to keep your energetic pup physically active but finding exciting sports classes for your dog will boost their workout and mental stimulation.
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Ocean’s 11
October 4, 2022I wasn’t even working on that Tuesday in April when a dog named Ocean came into our emergency hospital. I heard Ocean’s story days later with my mouth hanging open. It was one of those tales that can’t possibly be true, where you see it play out in your mind like a movie, and one that stuck with me as a defining moment of my veterinary career.
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Case Study: Sichuan Puppercorn & Her Foreign Body
September 27, 2022Sichuan Puppercorn is a 1 year 6-month-old spayed female corgi who was presented to the Boston West ER for ingestion of a plastic piece on her inflatable e collar.
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Mistakes
September 27, 2022We’ve all done it. We’ve all had that gut-twisting moment that comes with the sudden realization that you’ve made a mistake.
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A Step Outside My Comfort Zone
September 19, 2022Like many others in this field, I always knew I wanted to work with animals. I wasn’t quite sure in what way I would do it, but I knew somehow, some way, I would find a career path that would allow me to follow my dreams.
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My Ethos Family: Providing Extraordinary Support Through The Most Tragic of Times
September 13, 2022Nearly twelve years ago I became a part of the Ethos team, then known as IVG. I came from an equine background but quickly fell in love with the small animal atmosphere and the comradery of my Client Care team.
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Life as an Overnight Veterinarian
September 7, 2022Overnights are hard. Forcing yourself awake for upwards of sixteen hour shifts is difficult. Missing family dinners, children's bedtimes, and all those wonderful REM sleeps and dreams is challenging.
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Ethos Exchange: How Lean Six Sigma Makes Sense in the Veterinary Practice
August 29, 2022For this installment of the Ethos Exchange we lead a discussion among our leadership about "Lean Six Sigma" and how it might help our industry thrive.
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What Makes an Exceptional Client Care Specialist in Vet Med?
August 15, 2022A Client Care Specialist (CCS) focuses on client service and communication. They are the first and last face you see in the veterinary clinic!
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Pet Microchips: How to Check the Chip
August 3, 2022Did you know that August 15th is National Check the Chip Day? If you have your pet microchipped, you may not think about continuously checking it’s information and keeping it updated, which is why this day was created to remind you all to check the chip!
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Panleukopenia in Cats: What You Need to Know
August 2, 2022Veterinary clinics in New York’s Latham/Albany area are seeing an increased incidence of feline panleukopenia (FPL). This highly contagious viral disease causes severe, potentially life-threatening illness in cats, and is especially dangerous for kittens.
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