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2027 Audience Insights Survey
SECTION 1: ABOUT YOU
1.
First and Last Name
2.
Email Address
3.
What state do you reside in?
Alabama
Alaska
Arizona
Arkansas
California
Colorado
Connecticut
Delaware
Florida
Georgia
Hawaii
Idaho
Illinois
Indiana
Iowa
Kansas
Kentucky
Louisiana
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
Michigan
Minnesota
Mississippi
Missouri
Montana
Nebraska
Nevada
New Hampshire
New Jersey
New Mexico
New York
North Carolina
North Dakota
Ohio
Oklahoma
Oregon
Pennsylvania
South Carolina
South Dakota
Tennessee
Texas
Utah
Vermont
Virginia
Washington
West Virginia
Wisconsin
Wyoming
4.
Which best describes your primary role?
Veterinarian (DVM/VMD), general practice
Veterinarian, specialist
Practice owner (non-clinical)
Practice manager
Veterinary technician/nurse
Veterinary student
Other veterinary professional
5.
What type of practice do you primarily work in?
Small animal/companion animal,general practice
Small animal, emergency and critical care
Small animal, specialist
Mixed Practice (small and large animal)
Equine
Large animal/food animal
Academic or research institution
Corporate/industry
6.
What is your role in product purchasing or recommending at your practice?
Primary decision-maker—I approve purchases
Strong influencer—my recommendations are usually followed
One of several voices in the decision
I advise, but others decide
Not involved in purchasing decisions
7.
What format of content for veterinary professionals do you
typically engage with?
(Select all that apply)
Short-form social video (Reels, TikTok-style, under 2 minutes)
Long-form video (webinars, panels, 30 to 60 minutes)
In-clinic demonstration video filmed inside a real practice
Print articles (magazine)
Long-form digital articles (website)
Audio/podcasts
Live in-person events, conferences, or dinner meetings
Interactive content (quizzes, polls, self-assessments)
Email newsletters
Hands-on labs or workshops
CE modules (structured online learning)
Visual infographics or clinical reference cards
8.
Which dvm360® channels or products have you personally used or engaged with in the past 12 months? (Select all that apply)
dvm360
magazine (print)
dvm360.com website
dvm360 Full Circle e-newsletter
Firstline360 e-newsletter
HospitalDesign360 e-newsletter
A dvm360-hosted live webinar
dvm360 social media (any platform)
dvm360 FLEX on-demand CE platform
The Vet Blast Podcast
The Vet Watch Podcast
A sponsored email from a dvm360 partner brand
A dvm360-produced clinical video
A dvm360 interactive quiz or survey campaign
A dvm360 Topic Resource Center or microsite
A Fetch dvm360® in-person conference
I was not aware dvm360 offered some of these—I'd like to learn more
SECTION 2: PRINT AND MAGAZINE
9.
How often do you read
dvm360®
magazine when you receive it?
Every issue—cover to cover
Every issue—I focus on what's relevant to me
Most issues
About half the issues
Occasionally
I prefer digital—I rarely read the print edition
10.
Which sections or content types do you consistently read in dvm360 Magazine?
Clinical and diagnostic articles
Practice management content
Industry news and updates
New product announcements or spotlights
Sponsored advertorials
Opinion and commentary pieces
Continuing education quiz (print-based)
Crossword puzzles
Print ads
Case studies
SECTION 3: dvm360.COM AND DIGITAL ADS
11.
How often do you visit dvm360.com?
Daily
Several times a week
About once a week
A few times a month
Rarely or never
12.
What most often brings you to dvm360.com
Breaking veterinary news
Clinical articles or case studies
Product news and launch announcements
Continuing education or webinar content
Video content
Podcast episodes
Practice management articles
Conference coverage
Found it via a Google search
A link from an email newsletter
A link from social media
13.
After seeing a digital ad or sponsored content piece on dvm360.com, what actions have you taken in the past 12 months? (Select all that apply)
Clicked through to the brand's website
Searched for the product or brand name
Mentioned it to a colleague
Requested a sample or rep visit
Registered for a webinar or CE event
Bookmarked or saved for later
Purchased or recommended the product
Increased my awareness (no further action yet)
I don't recall taking action from a digital ad
SECTION 4: E-NEWSLETTER
14.
How often do you open and read the dvm360 Full Circle
e-newsletter?
Almost every time
More than half the time
About half the time
Less than half the time
Rarely or never
I'm not currently subscribed
15.
When you open dvm360 Full Circle, which parts do you consistently read or engage with?
Top editorial headline/featured article
Clinical news items
Industry or business news
Sponsor banner ads
Sponsored content callouts or featured content
Product spotlight sections
Links to webinars or continuing education programs
Social media teasers
I skim headlines only
I read most of the content throughly
16.
What makes you most likely to open a dvm360® e-newsletter when it appears in your inbox? (Select all that apply)
A subject line about a clinical topic I care about
A breaking news or timely hook
A product or brand I recognize
A CE credit opportunity
A quiz, poll, or interactive element
The dvm360® sender name I trust
A concise, scannable format
A topic specific to my specialty area
Curiosity about a new treatment or diagnostic
SECTION 5: CUSTOM EMAILS AND ELEMENT CAMPAIGNS
17.
What type of content in a standalone branded email makes you most likely to open and read it?
Clinical education on a disease state or treatment approach
A new product launch or update
CE credit opportunity
A real-world case study or clinical outcome
A quiz or interactive knowledge check
A survey with a meaningful incentive
An awareness month or seasonal clinical topic
A practice-management tip or tool
A sales rep introduction
A product comparison or clinical decision tool
Free product sample offers
18.
When it comes to follow-up emails from a brand after you've engaged with their content, at what point does the frequency start to feel like too much?
1 follow-up is enough, after that it feels like spam
2 follow-ups is the right balance
3 follow-ups is acceptable if spaced out over several weeks
4-5 follow-ups is fine if the content stays relevant
I don't mind ongoing emails as long as the content is valuable
I unsubscribe after the first follow-up I didn't ask for
19.
How likely are you to complete a brief 5–10 question survey from a veterinary brand if it includes an incentive like an Amazon gift card?
1
Very unlikely
2
3
4
5
Very likely
1
Very unlikely
2
3
4
5
Very likely
SECTION 6: WEBINARS AND CE
20.
How do you prefer to earn CE credits?
(Select all that apply)
Live 1-hour webinar (evening, 7:00–8:00PM ET)
30-minute lunch-hour webinar (Fast Flex format)
On-demand/self-paced online course
Virtual full-day CE symposium (Fetch Encore format)
In-person conference session
Hands-on wet lab or workshop
Podcast-based CE
Print CE quiz (magazine-based)
CE embedded in a video series
Learning pathway/structured multimodule curriculum
21.
What factors most influence your decision to register for a sponsored webinar or CE program? (Select all that apply)
Highly relevant clinical topic for my specialty
A key opinion leader or speaker I respect
CE (RACE-approved) credit offered
Convenient live time (lunch or evening)
On-demand availability if I miss the live date
Short format—30 minutes or less
Endorsed or promoted by dvm360®
Sponsored by a brand I already trust
Interactive Q&A opportunity
Sent to me directly be a brand I know
Free to attend
22.
Have you ever changed your clinical approach as a direct result of attending a sponsored continuing education webinar?
Yes, it directly changed how I treat or what I prescribe
Yes, it reinforced a change I was already leaning toward
It prompted me to do research, which eventually led to a change
Not yet, but I'm open to it influencing future decisions
No, continuing education doesn't typically change my clinical decisions
23.
How important are learning pathways—structured multi-module continuing education curricula that guide you through a topic progressively—to your professional development?
Very important, structured learning is how I grow most effectively
Important, I prefer it when the topic warrants depth
Somewhat important, I'd use it for complex or new topics
Not very important, I prefer to pick and choose individual topics
Not important, I prefer self-directed learning
24.
Which gamification elements in a CE or educational program would most increase your engagement? (Select all that apply)
Progress badges or certificates for completing modules
Points or a scoring system for correct answers
Leaderboard showing how you rank vs. peers
Unlockable content (complete Module 1 to unlock Module 2)
Timed knowledge challenges or quizzes
Team-based challenges (your practice vs. others)
Prizes or incentives for top performers
None—gamification doesn't influence my CE behavior
SECTION 7: VIDEO CONTENT
25.
Which video formats do you watch for professional development, clinical education, or product awareness?
(Select all that apply)
30-minute expert discussion between a moderator and a key opinion leader (KOL) (VetXChange®)
60-minute panel with 2 to 3 KOLs and a moderator (Veterinary Insights)
Short 2- to 5-minute clinical tip videos (Pet Connections®)
In-clinic/procedure video filmed inside a real practice (Inside the Clinic)
10-minute product showcase by a trusted presenter (Product360)
Talk show style program blending clinical and lifestyle content (dvm360 Live!)
Conference session recordings on demand
Game show or interactive education format
Short-form social video clips (reels, TikTok-style, under 2 minutes)
26.
How long of a video are you willing to watch in a single sitting for professional development?
2-5 minutes (short clips only)
Up to 15 minutes
Up to 30 minutes
Up to 60 minutes
More than 60 minutes if the topic is compelling
I prefer short clips across multiple sessions
27.
How much does watching a clinical video featuring a respected KOL influence your awareness of the sponsoring brand?
1
(No influence)
2
3
4
5
(Strong positive influence)
1
(No influence)
2
3
4
5
(Strong positive influence)
28.
How much more credible or authentic does a clinical video feel when it is filmed INSIDE a real veterinary practice vs a studio setting?
Significantly more credible and directly applicable to my work
Somewhat more credible and relatable
No difference—production quality matters more
I slightly prefer studio production
I strongly prefer studio-produced content
SECTION 8: PODCASTS
29.
Do you currently listen to podcasts for veterinary professionals?
Yes—regularly (multiple times per month)
Yes—occasionally (a few times per year)
I've tried them, but don't listen regularly
No, but I'd be open to it
No—podcasts aren't a format I use professionally
30.
When and where do you most often listen to podcasts?
Commuting/driving
While exercising or walking
While doing household tasks
During administrative or computer work at the clinic
During lunch or breaks
I don't listen to podcasts
31.
How long of a podcast episode do you prefer for professional veterinary content?
Under 15 minutes
15–30 minutes
30–45 minutes
45–60 minutes
Any length if the content is strong
I don't listen to veterinary podcasts
32.
How do you feel about sponsored veterinary podcasts—episodes hosted by an independent veterinary expert?
Fine with it — I care about content quality, not who sponsors it
I appreciate the sponsor if the content is balanced and educational
I'm neutral — depends on the sponsor and host
I'm slightly skeptical of sponsor-funded podcast content
I actively avoid podcasts with commercial sponsorship