Vet Alliance

Vet Alliance Canada's largest network of independently owned veterinary practices.

No two veterinary practices are exactly alike.Different teams. Different communities. Different strengths. Different sto...
06/11/2026

No two veterinary practices are exactly alike.
Different teams. Different communities. Different strengths. Different stories.

This week at the Great Ideas Conference, we're celebrating the creativity, individuality, and passion that make every clinic unique.

Stop by our booth and connect with Jen and Senani outside the Grand Georgian Ballroom from June 10–12. Whether you're a long-time member, a new member, or simply curious about what Vet Alliance has to offer, we'd love to connect, learn about your practice, and share how Vet Alliance supports independently owned veterinary practices across Canada.

Come discover what's possible when membership is designed to support the unique goals, challenges, and opportunities of your practice.

Attention Western Canada! Did you know our very own National Director, Engagement and Practice Services Senani Ratnayake...
06/11/2026

Attention Western Canada! Did you know our very own National Director, Engagement and Practice Services Senani Ratnayake, is coming to Winnipeg (June 17th - in person), Edmonton (June 18th - in person and virtual) and Calgary (June 19th - in person)? She will be talking about "When our Perceptions and Thoughts Influence our Communication Choices."

These sessions are FREE for WDDC members (maximum 3 individuals per clinic), and $150 for non-members. If you attend in person brunch/lunch is included!
RSVP DEADLINE IS JUNE 12th so don't miss out! Curious to know more? Contact WDDC at [email protected] or 877-746-9332.

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guidED is a leadership development experience designed for veterinary professionals who want actionable strategies they ...
06/10/2026

guidED is a leadership development experience designed for veterinary professionals who want actionable strategies they can bring directly into their practice.

Our Conference Curators don't just invite speakers to present—we invite subject matter experts to help solve real challenges in veterinary leadership.

This is not theoretical leadership.

This is practical, applicable, workshop-driven learning designed to support how you lead your practice tomorrow – not just what you understand today.
Your registration includes:
✔ asynchronous learning material customized by each expert
✔ an immersive in-person experience in Edmonton
✔ all meals and networking events
✔ post-event virtual implementation session

Join us in Edmonton for a leadership experience built around shared learning, real-world application, and meaningful professional growth.

Visit our guidED Website to learn more. https://web.cvent.com/event/991cf897-4671-4a7e-bbf0-90277eaa2b0a/websitePage:27095f22-d5ce-4b1e-b38b-8dce5cb07f87?RefId=guidED+Register+Now

Most of us were taught that resilience means bouncing back.It doesn't.And that one misunderstanding is quietly shaping h...
06/09/2026

Most of us were taught that resilience means bouncing back.

It doesn't.

And that one misunderstanding is quietly shaping how we lead our teams — often in ways we don't intend.

Myth or Muscle? How Teams Really Bounce Back is happening live June 10th at 2 PM ET. If resilience has ever felt like pressure dressed up as support, this one's worth your time.

Vet Alliance Members can register through the May Noteworthy Newsletter. (A recording will be made available to Vet Alliance members in Octopoda, after the live session.)

When someone on your team is struggling after a hard stretch — what's your first instinct?For most leaders, it's some ve...
06/05/2026

When someone on your team is struggling after a hard stretch — what's your first instinct?

For most leaders, it's some version of: they need to be more resilient.

That instinct is worth examining.

Our latest learning session, Myth or Muscle? How Teams Really Bounce Back, reframes what resilience actually is — and what we've been getting wrong about it, despite our best efforts.

Join Dr. Shona Kowtecky, live on June 10th at 2 PM ET.
Vet Alliance Members can register through the May Noteworthy Newsletter. (A recording will be made available to Vet Alliance members in Octopoda, after the live session.)

This week, our National Director, Engagement and Practice Services, Senani Ratnayake attended the Canadian Animal Health...
06/05/2026

This week, our National Director, Engagement and Practice Services, Senani Ratnayake attended the Canadian Animal Health Institute (CAHI) Convention, representing Vet Alliance as a voice for all of our independently owned member practices. With a focus on Innovation and the Future of Animal Health, Senani moderated a panel discussion on "Consumer Trends in Companion Animal Health".
We are so proud to be able to participate in this important event, learning and growing while continuing to contribute and challenge. We remain engaged throughout the year, as Senani is also the Chair of the CAHI Communications Committee. Keeping abreast of issues that will impact our hospitals, and providing representation amongst Industry leaders, Vet Alliance is committed to the success and wellbeing of our member practices.

Curious about how Vet Alliance boosts the success of independently owned hospitals across the country? Then let's connect to explore how a Vet Alliance membership can benefit you!

You've probably heard it. "Just be empathetic." It shows up everywhere—from veterinary articles and conferences, to perf...
06/03/2026

You've probably heard it. "Just be empathetic." It shows up everywhere—from veterinary articles and conferences, to performance reviews and team meetings—often without any real guidance on what it actually looks like in a clinical setting, or what it specifically requires of you.

Whether you tend to feel everything and struggle to move forward, or you move fast and have been told you need to feel more, this session is for you. Because here's what doesn't get said often enough: most people in this profession don't lack empathy. The problem is that we treat it like an on/off button—when it's actually a dial, and not every situation (or person!) needs the same dose.

Because it's not about feeling more or feeling less. It's about correctly using the difference between empathy and compassion in a clinical setting where your job is to help, not just to feel.

You'll walk away knowing exactly where you get stuck—and what to do instead. One simple tool, immediate application, widespread benefit: a clearer way to show up for your clients, your teammates, and yourself. The hardest parts of this job made a little less hard, a lot more sustainable.

Register now—and finally have something more specific to follow than "be empathetic."

Vet Alliance Members can register through the May Noteworthy Newsletter.

Leadership in veterinary medicine asks a lot of people.It asks leaders to support teams through difficult days, navigate...
05/25/2026

Leadership in veterinary medicine asks a lot of people.
It asks leaders to support teams through difficult days, navigate constant change, make challenging decisions, and continue showing up with compassion, confidence, and clarity.

That's why guidED exists.
guidED was created to support veterinary leaders through meaningful learning, practical leadership development, honest conversations, and a community that understands the realities of this profession.

Registration for guidED 2026 is now open.

Vet Alliance Members receive exclusive discounted registration rates, including preferred pricing for a second attendee from the same practice, because we believe shared learning leads to stronger collaboration, implementation, and long-term impact within practices.

We can't wait to welcome both returning attendees and first-time guidED participants to this year's experience.
Visit our guidED Website to learn more https://web.cvent.com/event/991cf897-4671-4a7e-bbf0-90277eaa2b0a/summary?RefId=guidED+Register+Now and drop a comment below if you love guidED!

Ready to meet the experts supporting your leadership journey — and the health of your practice, team, and business?You'r...
05/22/2026

Ready to meet the experts supporting your leadership journey — and the health of your practice, team, and business?
You're going to love what's in store for you at guidED 2026.

guidED was built for veterinary leaders who want more than inspiration alone. It's a space for honest conversations, practical growth, meaningful connection, and the kind of support that helps leaders create lasting impact within their practices.

Registration officially opens Monday, May 25th, at 10:00am ET.

Follow us here for speaker announcements, program highlights, and more details about all things guidED.

Final session alert 🚨As a continuation of our Office Hours Financial Series, David McCormick and Dr. Elizabeth Bellavanc...
04/14/2026

Final session alert 🚨
As a continuation of our Office Hours Financial Series, David McCormick and Dr. Elizabeth Bellavance are back to guide us through one final, essential topic:
Exit Planning – Start Now!

As independent practice owners, understanding what your practice is worth - and how to influence that value well before a transition - is critical. How can you assess where you are, identify what changes may be needed, and understand the impact of your decisions, without the right data and insight?

Whether you're actively planning your succession, or wanting to be a more informed, proactive business owner, we invite you to join us.

📅 Wednesday, April 15th
🕖 7:00–8:00 PM ET

Excited to attend?
Vet Alliance Members can register through the March newsletter or by contacting [email protected]. Members can also access recordings and revisit earlier sessions in Octopoda via the Office Hours Collection.

Not a member but interested?
We're offering a limited number of special invitations for those interested in joining live. Reach out to Andrea Adshade, or connect with your Boehringer Ingelheim representative to learn more.

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