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If you ask almost any practice owner why hiring feels so difficult today, you’ll probably hear the same answer.”There’s a shortage of veterinarians.” It’s an understandable conclusion. Vacancies remain open for months. Experienced candidates often have multiple offers on the table before they’ve even updated their LinkedIn profile. Recruitment costs continue to rise, and practices…
NVTAA™’s Leading Ladies in Veterinary Recruiting: Elevating Talent Acquisition Leadership In an industry experiencing unprecedented hiring challenges, the role of veterinary talent acquisition professionals has never been more critical. The National Veterinary Talent Acquisition Association (NVTAA™) exists to support, educate, and connect those professionals, and one of its most anticipated initiatives is the Leading Ladies…
5 Ways to Build Trust with Veterinary Candidates 🐾 5 Ways to Build Trust with Veterinary Candidates Before They Even Apply In the veterinary world, building trust isn’t just for clients and their pets. It’s just as crucial for attracting and hiring the best talent. With a nationwide shortage of veterinary professionals, candidates have plenty…
Why Trust-Built Recruitment is the Foundation of Long-Term Success In veterinary medicine, hiring the right person isn’t just about filling a vacancy. It’s about building a team that lasts. And while most conversations around retention begin with onboarding and mentorship, the truth is: retention starts much earlier, before the first interview. At NVTAA™, we work…
Why Continuing Education Matter Even if it’s not “useful” At NVTAA™, we believe that the best recruiters aren’t just strategic, they’re curious. Continuing education is often viewed as a checkbox, to earn credits, update a certification, or advance to the next job title. But what if we told you that learning for the sake of…
Setting the stage for the Recruiting Success 2025 Courtney K. Director of Talent Acquisition @ Innovetive Petcare Happy New Year, friends! Hiring plans are in full swing, and recruiters are setting ambitious goals to connect top talent with the right opportunities. Amidst the bustle of new-year hiring campaigns, one critical practice often determines the success…
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The veterinary workforce in 2026
A closer look at the forces shaping veterinary hiring, and the conversations behind the headlines.