VerticalVet

📍 Portland, Oregon

📅 August 21–23, 2026

Join us in downtown Portland for the Veterinary Skills Summit: Precision & Pain Management, an immersive weekend designed to help veterinary professionals sharpen their clinical skills, gain practical insights, and connect with peers from across the industry.

What to expect:

✔️ 6.5+ hours of Continuing Education

✔️ Hands-on workshops and clinical skill-building opportunities

✔️ Specialized learning tracks for DVMs, Technicians, and Practice Leaders

✔️ Expert-led sessions on osteoarthritis management, dental radiography, leadership, and more

✔️ Networking with fellow veterinary professionals and industry partners

✔️ Meals, workshops, CE, and hotel accommodations included*

Kick off the weekend with a welcome reception on Friday evening, followed by two days of engaging education, collaboration, and hands-on learning. Spots are limited, so reserve your place today!

The July Social Media Toolkit is LIVE on Elevate ☀️
Stay ahead this summer with done-for-you content designed to drive engagement and keep your clinic connected with clients.

Access it now on Elevate!

📢 New blog post is live!

As we reach the halfway point of the year, Dr. Ernie Ward shares a timely reminder for veterinary leaders: you're not behind—you’re in the middle. In his latest article, "Halfway Through, Not Half Done," Dr. Ward explores how practice owners and leaders can pause, reflect, recalibrate, and refocus for a strong second half of 2026.

If January's goals feel distant, this one's for you. The year isn't over—it may just be getting started.

Read the full blog now and let us know what resonates most with you.

Level up your DermIQ 📚

Our Partner Spotlight this month is Zoetis, bringing you DermIQ, a free, role-based CE experience designed to grow your dermatology knowledge, earn rewards, and support better patient care across your practice.

Whether you’re a DVM, tech, or CSR, there’s something here for everyone.

Meet Lindsay Moore, RVT 💙
As Director of Strategic Member Services at VerticalVet, Lindsay brings over a decade of hands-on experience across general practice, emergency, specialty, and even exotic animal care. Her journey as a Registered Veterinary Technician has shaped a deep understanding of the challenges clinics face—and a passion for helping them thrive.
At VerticalVet, Lindsay is dedicated to supporting veterinary professionals with the tools, resources, and community they need to grow stronger, more efficient practices. From advocating for teams to fostering meaningful connections, she’s all about elevating the profession from the inside out.
Fun fact: when she’s not supporting clinics, you can find Lindsay beekeeping—showing her commitment to caring for animals and the environment in every way. 🐝

Check your inboxes! 📩 The June edition of Altitude is on its way and packed with valuable updates for VerticalVet members. This month, you'll find a message from Dr. Ernie Ward, exciting new partner announcements, member-exclusive benefits, current promotions, partner resources, and upcoming CE opportunities designed to help your practice thrive. 🚀

Did you know June is one of the busiest months for parasite prevention and summer-related visits?

As pets spend more time outside, the risk for fleas, ticks, and heartworm exposure rises quickly. Practices that stay proactive with prevention education and reminders are the ones that stay ahead.

Now is the time to lean into client communication, promote preventative care, and keep pets protected all summer long.

More than just savings, VerticalVet helps you grow smarter. 💙

From better pricing on the products you use every day to data insights, marketing support, and a community built for independent practices, membership is designed to strengthen every part of your clinic.

Ready to elevate your practice?
Become a member today: https://verticalvet.com/become-a-member

Today, we honor the courage and sacrifice of those who gave everything for our freedom. From all of us at VerticalVet, we remember and thank you. 🇺🇸

✨ The latest Altitude blog is LIVE ✨

This month, Dr. Ernie Ward dives into one of the most common (and challenging) situations in clinic life—handling upset clients while protecting your team and your standards.

It’s not about choosing between kindness or boundaries… it’s about mastering both.

👉 Read the full blog now and bring these strategies into your clinic