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
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Was the canine respiratory illness in 2023 really a 'mystery'?February 26, 2024Generally, an outbreak of infectious disease would have an initial location and then would spread based on movement of the ill animals or contact with the initial source animals.
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.
Treating periodontitis, gingivitis target of clinical trialFebruary 18, 2024The Topikos Biofilm Research Institute (TBRI) has reported an advancement in the treatment of periodontitis resulting from a five-year laboratory study and a clinical trial of over 100 dogs
Leap Year (fur) babies celebrated at New York veterinary hospitalFebruary 17, 2024The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) in New York City shares a glimpse of previous patients celebrating birthdays on Feb. 29
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
