Palliative approaches to chronic painJuly 10, 2026Palliative care is delivered with realistic expectations, grounded in honest conversation with caregivers, and oriented toward daily living rather than curative endpoints.
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Veterinary vaccines unpacked: Research, regulations, and guidelinesJuly 9, 2026Is there a difference between guidelines based on science and evidence-based guidelines? There is, and it is nuanced and important.
Products to treat periodontal pockets, part 1June 12, 2026This column discusses the history and the growing variety of periodontal products/devices that can be used in periodontal pockets.
A look at some easy-to-add rehabilitation tools for your clinicJune 12, 2026Incorporating physical rehabilitation into primary care practice provides an important strategy to expand services, enhance job satisfaction, and add value for clients and patients.
FDA authorizes generic drug to treat NWS in petsJune 11, 2026The agency has issued an Emergency Use Authorization (EUA) for generic nitenpyram tablets to treat New World screwworm (NWS) infestations in dogs and cats weighing at least 2 lb. and are at least four weeks old.
Vaccine updates to discuss with clientsJune 9, 2026Update and educate clients on vaccine safety, diseases they may be unaware of, and when to get titers.
Reviewing best treatment options for periodontal diseaseMay 28, 2026Making the diagnosis of periodontal disease is not typically a challenge. The challenge is quantifying each tooth’s disease severity and understanding the options for treating each of them individually.
The importance of diet in derm healthMay 27, 2026A thorough feeding history and a standard dermatologic exam can prevent missed diagnoses and place nutrition where it belongs: as a routine component of dermatology care for both healthy and allergic pets.
A look at the evolution of ultrasound in vet medMay 4, 2026Ultrasound use in veterinary medicine illustrates a broader lesson: technology alone does not define progress. True impact comes when innovation meets clinical insight, training, and thoughtful integration.
Stop the scratch: Current treatment recommendations and options for pruritus managementApril 29, 2026A lot goes into the various etiologies of pruritus in dogs and cats. Treating the underlying condition, if feasible, is optimal, but not always realistic. Managing clinical signs, improving health outcomes, and minimizing negative impacts on the human-animal bond drive therapy recommendations, options, and success rates.
