Veterinary point-of-care tests: Evidence-based insightsDecember 7, 2024Point-of-care tests (POCTs) can impact diagnosis, including timing, specificity, and accuracy, and ultimately, the delivery of care. Learn what factors to consider in evaluating and selecting POCTs.
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveA New Way to See an Old Disease: Updates on Canine and Feline OsteoarthritisDecember 4, 2024In this session: Kristin Kirkby Shaw, DVM, MS, PhD, DACVS, DACVSMR, reviews the latest information regarding OA prevalence in dogs and cats, provides tips for how to recognize and diagnose OA and OA pain as early as possible, discusses how to engage the entire veterinary healthcare team (including the caregiver) in management, and discusses how to develop an effective plan of care.
Case study: Treating multiple eyelid tumors using photodynamic therapyDecember 4, 2024While more invasive surgeries may be recommended for some patients, photodynamic therapy (PDT) serves as an alternative based on tumor type, location, and overall health.
Weight-loss meds for pets: Have we found the cure for obesity?December 4, 2024Educating clients on proper pet nutrition and the importance of regular exercise are essential steps in managing pet obesity, but researchers hope to make the process easier with the development of medications similar in function to human weight-loss medications.
Leishmaniasis: What to know about this vector-borne tropical diseaseNovember 27, 2024Rising pet travel and climate shifts are bringing the zoonotic tropical disease leishmaniasis closer to home—here’s what North American veterinarians need to know.
How kennel materials impact patient behaviorNovember 26, 2024This article looks at the impact of kenneling on animal behavior and, in turn, practice staff and clinic efficiency, exploring alternative materials and methods for a better overall experience.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveGeriatric Globes: Best Practices for Treating Ophthalmic Disease in Senior Dogs and CatsNovember 25, 2024In this session: Seth Eaton, VMD, DACVO, lists the most common eye diseases presenting in geriatric dogs and cats, with a focus on those best practices for management and techniques to preserve vision and/or comfort in our aged small animal patients.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveHow Old is "Too Old:" Anesthesia for the Geriatric PatientNovember 22, 2024In this session: Tasha McNerney, BS, CVT, CVPP, VTS, provides a comprehensive overview of veterinary anesthesia for geriatric patients, starting with an introduction to the unique physiological changes and considerations in older animals.
Maximize culture results for better outcomesNovember 20, 2024Understanding how to maximize culture results to make the best antibiotic selection can help improve clinical outcomes for patients and reduce risk of progressive development of resistant pyodermas.
Give that dog a (dental) crown!November 20, 2024When a tooth is fractured or worn due to forces placed upon it, a prosthodontic crown may be warranted for restoration and protection. The end result is a thing of beauty and functionality.
