Managing IVDD: When to medicate, when to referDecember 16, 2025This article will review the current thinking on medical versus surgical management of IVDD, including what signs should trigger an urgent referral. With a practical grading system, recovery expectations, and client communication strategies, this guide is designed to give general practitioners confidence in handling one of the most stressful situations their clients may face.
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Surgical room design: A tech's perspective on patient safetyNovember 25, 2025Technicians bring first-hand knowledge of patient flow, surgical preparation, and intraoperative challenges. Their insights can—and should—inform the design of surgical spaces that are not only functional but also safe and efficient.
California bans cat declawing with signing of AB 867November 4, 2025California has banned elective cat declawing with the signing of AB 867, allowing the procedure only when medically necessary to protect the cat’s health.
Performing an endoscopy in the BOAS patientOctober 28, 2025Surgical procedures to correct respiratory problems are becoming more common in this setting, and with proper preoperative evaluation and patient selection, appropriate corrective techniques can be undertaken in the day practice.
Developing a balanced perioperative analgesia planSeptember 10, 2025Balanced perioperative analgesia does not need to be overly complicated. Knowledge of the specific procedure and the basic pharmacology of available medications are the basis for developing a plan.
A review of mammary tumors: Workup, treatment, and prognosisAugust 12, 2025Understanding the biologic behavior of these tumors helps the clinician determine the ideal staging and surgical doses for each case.
Performing a facial/jaw reconstruction of a canine patientJune 16, 2025Follow the story of Luna, a five-year-old GSD that suffered a severe facial trauma from a lawnmower injury, and how emergency veterinarians and specialists delivered lifesaving care through reconstructive surgery.
A primer on laryngeal paralysis treatmentMay 13, 2025As temperatures rise, dogs with subtle signs of respiratory trouble may be facing more than seasonal strain—discover what laryngeal paralysis looks like beyond brachycephalic breeds in this 'Surgical Insights' feature.
Improving surgical tool prepApril 22, 2025Learn how to ensure veterinary surgical instruments are properly cleaned and sterilized to preventing surgical site infections (SSIs) and maintain the highest standards of care.
Selecting 'basic' surgical instruments can be anything butApril 9, 2025Don’t let the word 'basic' fool you—choosing the right surgical instruments takes strategy, scrutiny, and a sharp eye for quality.
