
Your feedback makes a difference – here’s how we act on it.
ArticlesA few times a year, we ask you to reflect on Animana. Not because we're chasing scores, but because we genuinely want to understand your experience with our software. What works well? What could be improved? That's why, through a short survey…

Streamlining veterinary examination rooms for better care
ArticlesIn the ever-evolving world of veterinary care, creating a welcoming and efficient environment is essential for both pets and their owners. This article provides tips and practical strategies for optimising exam rooms, reducing stress, and enhancing…

Maximising Efficiency: Effective Time Management Strategies for Your Practice
ArticlesIn a busy veterinary practice, time is the most limited resource. With responsibilities like patient care, client communication, team coordination, and countless tasks to complete, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and burned out. But what if…

Staying ahead of seasonal shifts: A guide for veterinary practices
ArticlesJust like the weather, the rhythm of a veterinary practice changes with the seasons. Spring may bring an influx of patients needing parasite prevention, while summer often slows down as families travel. Winter might increase demand for indoor…

AI and Animana
Articles, Software DevelopmentThe first time I saw a modern smartphone or at least a precursor to what we now know as a smartphone, was during my studies. A collaboration between a large tech manufacturer and a well-known fashion house resulted in a phone with a touchscreen…

Introducing the canine checklist in IDEXX SmartFlow
ArticlesCaring for ageing dogs requires a structured and proactive approach. The BSAVA PetSavers Ageing Canine Toolkit (ACT) is a research-based tool designed to help veterinarians and veterinary nurses identify changes in senior dogs' health and behaviour…



The value of user research in the veterinary field
Articles"Even the most well thought out designs are assumptions until they are tested by real users."
– UX Without User Research Is Not UX, Hoa Loranger
In the fast-paced world of veterinary care, efficiency, accuracy, and above all, user satisfaction…

Introducing the Veterinary Content Cloud template library
Articles, Software DevelopmentIn partnership with the BSAVA, Animana is pleased to introduce the Veterinary Content Cloud, a rich template library of customisable content provided by IDEXX and other trusted partners. It is free for all Animana users and can be found in the Content Designer.