VetsCompared Launches Cloud-Based PIMS
VetsCompared has introduced Vetrics, a modular, cloud-based practice management platform for U.S. companion animal, large animal, mixed animal, and equine veterinary practices. The software features a free entry tier, no long-term contracts, and an open application marketplace.
AVMA Opens Call for Speakers
Abstract submissions are now being accepted for the AVMA Convention 2027, taking place July 16-20 in Minneapolis. Organizers are seeking new and experienced speakers to deliver at least four hours of content on practice management, innovative solutions, and veterinary trends. The submission form can be found here. All submissions must be received by October 2, 2026.
NVA Appoints New COO and First Companywide CMO
National Veterinary Associates (NVA) has appointed Leslie Storms as chief operating officer and Dr. Stacy Burdick as its first chief medical officer spanning all practice areas. Storms will oversee business operations across NVA’s 1,300-hospital network. Dr. Burdick will direct medical strategy and clinical quality across general, specialty, and emergency care.
Trupanion Integrates With Digitail
Trupanion has integrated its veterinary portal directly into Digitail’s practice management software. According to the companies, the partnership allows veterinary teams to submit insurance claims with a single click and receive instant payments via VetDirect Pay without leaving their daily workflow.
AAHA Guidelines Launch on Spoodle’s Free Verum Tool
The American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) has integrated its standards of care into Verum, a free clinical intelligence tool by Spoodle. Available at spoodle.ai, the platform now instantly surfaces AAHA guidelines alongside fully cited, peer-reviewed literature to support veterinary teams during clinical decision-making. According to the companies, the partnership brings trusted, evidence-based resources into clinicians’ existing workflows.
Darwin’s Ark Appoints Tiffany Grunert as CEO
Darwin’s Ark, a community science nonprofit focused on pet genetics, has appointed Tiffany Grunert as CEO. Grunert, formerly president and CEO of Morris Animal Foundation, will drive the organization’s growth, partnerships, and communication strategies.
Merck and AAAP Foundation Award $50K to Poultry Vet Students
Merck Animal Health, in partnership with the American Association of Avian Pathologists (AAAP) Foundation, has awarded $50,000 in scholarships to support future poultry veterinarians. Five second- and third-year veterinary students each received $10,000. Announced at the AAAP Annual Meeting in Orlando, this marks the 11th year of the partnership, which has provided over $280,000 to students to date.