VPN Plus+ ExclusiveRabbit and Rodent DentistryFebruary 26, 2025In this session: Olivia Petritz, DVM, DACZM, comprehensively covers what you need to know about the dental anatomy of guinea pigs, chinchillas, and rabbits. Learn about the latest diagnostic techniques and effective treatment options to ensure your beloved herbivorous patients stay happy and healthy.
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Exploring the unique dental health of bearsFebruary 8, 2025Rescuing bears from bile farms is just the beginning—restoring their health, including critical dental care, is a lifelong commitment. A veterinarian from Animals Asia shares how a holistic approach helps these bears heal from years of trauma.
Impact of 'small furry' rescue pets on human well-being explored in new studyJanuary 6, 2025This project will survey small pet owners to see how adopting rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, rats, and mice from shelters affects their mental and physical well-being.
Santa's vet clears reindeer for flightDecember 16, 2024Learn how Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Rudolph, and the rest of Santa’s reindeer are doing—straight from North Pole’s official veterinary team.
A closer look at One HealthDecember 11, 2024With the recent resurgence of infectious diseases, such as mpox, veterinarians are reminded of their unique position to address zoonotic diseases and implement the One Health framework.
Guiding clients on proper food choices for exotic petsNovember 5, 2024Knowing what a specific species should eat versus what the pet is being fed and consuming at home can help identify an underlying reason for an exotic pet's illness.
A research expedition highlights wildlife conservation, One Health perspectiveOctober 3, 2024Recognizing there is a close, interdependent relationship among the health of humans, wildlife, and the environment through a One Health approach is critical to informing care.
A look at analgesia trends in exoticsSeptember 20, 2024Clinical analgesia in rabbits and rodents are in an area of ongoing research. Veterinarians treating these species should remain up to date on the literature to ensure the doses of analgesics utilized in these species remains safe and effective.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveBasics of Triage and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation in Zoological Companion AnimalsAugust 7, 2024In this session: Do you have a fear of the emergency rabbit, bearded dragon, or parrot? Sarah Ozawa, DVM, Dipl. ACZM, goes over basic principles of triage and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in exotics/zoological companion animal (ZCA) species. You will gain information and tools to help you feel more comfortable handling initial triage in these species. Additionally, Dr. Ozawa discusses similarities (which are many!) and differences to CPR in ZCA species highlighting anatomic and physiologic differences between small mammals, reptiles, and birds.
A vet's quest to save the lobosJuly 4, 2024The comeback of Mexican wolves, also knows as lobos, highlights the role of veterinary professionals in helping protect wildlife and educate clients how zoonotic diseases can impact animals and humans.
