Practicing a spectrum of careMarch 11, 2024This approach ensures patients receive care that improves their quality of life, within the constraints of the pet family, while allowing veterinary teams to uphold their moral, ethical, ad legal obligations.
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveVideo series demonstrates testicular block, ovarian block, and diffusion catheterMarch 1, 2024In the Surgical Insights column of the March 2024 issue of Veterinary Practice News, Michael Petty, DVM, addressed how local blocks can be used to prevent pain in spay and neuter procedures. You can read the full article here. In a VPN Plus+ exclusive, Dr. Petty shares three videos to demonstrate his techniques.
Managing pain for better surgical outcomesFebruary 29, 2024Adequate pain control can aid in faster healing times, less patient interference with the surgical site, and reduced chance of the development of a chronic pain syndrome.
Avoiding pyometra and protecting pets on World Spay Day and beyondFebruary 28, 2024This World Spay Day, Feb. 28, it is important to revisit and recognize the importance of spaying and communicate with our clients how this can help preserve the health and well-being of their pets
Every month is tick month: Making the case for year-round, broad-spectrum tick controlFebruary 26, 2024Although the species, stages, and number of questing ticks vary throughout the year, these ectoparasites are always active in most populated areas of North America, creating an ongoing risk of pet infestation and infection. Consistent year-round tick prevention is the best way to combat the growing risk.
Are you prescribing aconite (Monkshood, Wolf's Bane, Queen of Poisons)?February 24, 2024In the Chemistry World article titled, “The dead of aconite,”4 we learn that aconitine, an aconite alkaloid, is 100 times more lethal than strychnine.
Demystifying cancer screening and detectionFebruary 21, 2024Before we can broadly incorporate these tests into our clinical practice, we need to understand how they work, consider the evidence behind them.
Periodontal instrumentation: How to properly clean teethFebruary 20, 2024Though ultrasonic scalers are very helpful tools, you will also need to have hand scalers and curettes in your armamentarium.
Fixing salivary mucoceles in dogs and catsFebruary 16, 2024Surgical treatment offers a reliable, permanent solution for our patients. As with many conditions, successful outcome relies on accurate diagnosis, knowledge of relevant anatomy, and managing client expectations.
Gleaning pearls of (dental) wisdom from a mentor-peerFebruary 15, 2024This National Pet Dental Health Month, a mentor with decades-long experience shares learnings and insights in general practice
