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Folding the Umbrella: The power of perspective (#240)
This cartoon uses irony and metaphor to depict how people often create their own problems or fail to see the bigger picture. The people...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 26, 20251 min read
A Silent Shift: Corporate ownership in dentistry and veterinary medicine (#239)
In recent years, the dental landscape has undergone a significant transformation as privately-owned dental practices are increasingly...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 26, 20255 min read
Is Your Mail Safe? The security risks of USPS arrow keys (#238)
When we think about the safety of our mail, most of us trust the robust systems put in place by the United States Postal Service (USPS) ....
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 25, 20255 min read
Who's Driving the Bus? AI on board (#237)
In August 2024 I wrote a blog titled Who’s Driving The Bus? Vets at the wheel of decisions about driving the bus to an accurate...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 20, 20255 min read
Wood Burning Kitchen Stoves: When the kitchen was king (#235)
In many Australian rural homes during the 1960s and 70s, the wood burning kitchen stove was more than just a cooking appliance; it was...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 19, 20253 min read
Being Enough: Finding balance in a demanding world (#234)
In a society that thrives on hustle culture and endless comparisons, the idea of being enough can feel revolutionary. We're constantly...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 16, 20253 min read
Academia vs. Private Practice (2of2): Non-traditional avenues for veterinary discovery (#233)
If specialists increasingly leave academia for private practice, the dynamic of where and how discoveries in veterinary medicine are made...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 13, 20252 min read
Academia vs. Private Practice (1of2): The research divide in veterinary medicine (#232)
A specialist in academia is more likely to engage in basic research in veterinary medicine compared to a specialist in private practice....
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 13, 20251 min read
The Purrfect Fit: How cats master tight openings (#231)
When it comes to squeezing through narrow spaces, cats often defy our expectations, seeming to flow like liquid through apertures that...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 13, 20253 min read
A Dual Font Approach: Boost creativity with a font shift (#230)
When it comes to creativity, the tools we use can have a surprising impact on how we think and work. For decades, designers have used...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 10, 20253 min read
Four Vacant Chairs: A divine story explained (#229)
Did you question the meaning of the four vacant chairs that were present on the tarmac when President Jimmy Carter’s remains arrived back...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 10, 20252 min read
A Healthier Future for Your Cat: The case against dry food (#228)
For many cat owners, the relationship with dry cat food starts less as a thoughtful decision and more as a marriage of convenience. It’s...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 9, 20253 min read
Shepherds and Sheep: Ferlinghetti's poignant lament (#227)
In 2007, celebrated poet Lawrence Ferlinghetti penned the searing poem Pity the Nation , a work that resonates deeply with the...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 9, 20253 min read
The Brick Wall of Discovery (2of2): Proprietary research (#226)
In the analogy of research as a brick wall, proprietary research introduces a unique challenge. Unlike publicly shared research that adds...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 8, 20253 min read
The Brick Wall of Discovery (1of2): A metaphor for research (#225)
In the world of research, progress is often slow and methodical, much like constructing a brick wall. Each discovery, each experiment,...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 8, 20253 min read
Balancing Hope and Reality: Medical futility in veterinary medicine (#224)
In the evolving landscape of veterinary medicine, advancements in diagnostic tools, therapeutic options, and life-supporting technologies...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 7, 20253 min read
From Trust to Trial: Legal troubles for Hill's Pet Nutrition (#223)
Hill’s Pet Nutrition has long been a trusted name in the pet food industry, known for its specialized diets and emphasis on...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 5, 20253 min read
Cicero Meets Social Media: Redefining friendship in the digital age (#222)
In an age where the term friend is often reduced to a click, a follow, or a like, it's fascinating to imagine how Marcus Tullius Cicero...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 5, 20253 min read
Cicero’s Wisdom: The subtle power of long-distance friendships (#220)
Cicero (1) considered friendship to be among life’s most valuable possessions. This bond is built on the pillars of mutual respect,...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 5, 20253 min read
Veterinary Telehealth (2of2): Benefits and challenges (#219)
Veterinary telehealth, an innovative adaptation of telemedicine for animal care, has emerged as a powerful tool in modern veterinary...
Rick LeCouteur
Jan 4, 20254 min read
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