Pheromones' therapeutic use in animalsMarch 14, 2018Pheromones are chemical compounds produced by an animal that have predictable physiologic and behavioral effects on other animals of the same species. They are a form of social signaling that can influence behavior related to reproduction, aggression, feeding, social coordination, and many other areas.
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Dog flu goes viralMarch 13, 2018While it’s unknown how many dogs have been affected—canine influenza isn’t a reportable disease in the U.S., although it is in Canada—the figures are underreported, said Cynda Crawford, DVM, clinical assistant professor at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine.
Send a clear parasite prevention messageMarch 12, 2018Clients simply aren’t getting the message when it comes to preventing fleas, ticks, and in particular heartworm. With current weather patterns contributing to the parasite problem, pets are more in need of prevention than ever before.
Shedding light on diagnostic transilluminationMarch 9, 2018Transillumination is defined in Veterinary Dentistry: Principles and Practice as “assessment of the reflectivity of the internal tooth structure to evaluate vitality of the pulp by placing a light behind a tooth and viewing it.”
Avoid the dangers of spring-loaded mouth propsFebruary 12, 2018Have you ever had a patient wake up blind after anesthesia? Although it’s rare, anyone who’s been in practice for a number of years knows of a case either directly or indirectly.
Dog and cat behavior myths debunkedFebruary 9, 2018Veterinary behavior is a relatively new specialty in our profession. Unfortunately, as such, plenty of old wives tales persist. As veterinarians and veterinary nurses, we critically evaluate and use evidenced-based medicine for our patients on a daily basis, and this should apply to behavior and training, as well.
How therapeutic diets can help boost the bottom lineFebruary 8, 2018The veterinary therapeutic diet category is every-evolving. Prescribing and selling food doesn't always come as second nature to all veterinarians, and many clinics struggle with low diet sales or compliance.
Heroes For Healthy Pets to the rescueJanuary 11, 2018If you support healthy pets and are doing something to take action to minimize the risk of spreading infectious disease, you ought to be a superhero, according to the Heroes For Healthy Pets initiative. Your skill may not be weaving a “spidey” web or becoming invisible—your skill is education.
Probiotics and today's petsJanuary 10, 2018It has been said that there are 10 times as many bacterial cells as human cells in the average human body. It has been said, but it’s probably not true. Still, there is undoubtedly a large and complex ecology of microorganisms living in and on every individual mammal, and this ecology has multifaceted and important health effects.
Petrics launches smart pet bed, activity tracker, health and nutrition appJanuary 9, 2018Petrics Inc.'s new smart pet bed, activity tracker, and health and nutrition app tracks a pet's weight, activity levels, and rest periods, and offers climate control to keep pets in optimal comfort and safety within varying climates and seasons. The bed features a built-in scale and thermostatic heating and cooling, allowing the user to automatically or manually adjust the bed to the ideal temperature for each pet based on breed, environment, and geographic location. Manual adjustment can be done through the Petrics health and nutrition app or with commands to popular smart home products. The bed is available in three sizes and features a washable and replaceable cover and durable, comfortable construction. The bed pairs with the activity tracker, which tracks pets' caloric burn rate, rest levels, and other health metrics. The waterproof, wearable tracker syncs with any smartphone and features a four-month battery life. The bed and activity tracker communicate with the app to monitor and track health and nutrition data, get food and diet recommendations, and share findings with other family members, pet sitters, and veterinarians. The app offers reminders like vet appointments, when to administer or reorder pet medications, application dates for flea and tick prevention, and …
