Arsenic exposure poses a growing risk to petsJuly 29, 2016Arsenic—it’s in our environment and in our food supply. While it occurs naturally in water, soil and air, human activity has raised levels substantially. Anthropogenic sources include pressure-treated lumber, batteries, pesticides, animal feed and drugs (historically), and more.
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Take the Local Block ChallengeJuly 14, 2016Question: You are about to perform a local block with lidocaine and bupivacaine. Which drug to you draw up first in your syringe? Why?
14 pet apps you can recommend to clientsJuly 14, 2016Our clients increasingly use health apps on their mobile devices to monitor their own health and fitness. Like it or not—and I happen to know many of us do not—that means our clients’ use of apps to track their pets can’t be far behind.
Why veterinary products are made in the USAJuly 13, 2016The words “Made in the USA” stamped across a product’s package or label are a source of pride for many U.S.-based manufacturers. But why do some veterinary companies choose to make their products in the United States?
4 scientific articles every vet needs to readJuly 12, 2016What is a classic scientific article? In my mind, it changes the way you think. It is a paper that changes the status quo. It is research that changes the way you practice the very next day.
How studying cancer in dogs will help humansJuly 11, 2016Using rodent models to study cancer in people hasn’t benefited people much. In recent years, computer studies have furthered knowledge about cancer treatments, but you can’t conduct clinical drug trials on computers.
4 cute pet castsJune 29, 2016If your patient needs a cast, why not make it cute? Here are 4 ideas to try.
AVMA launches clinical studies databaseJune 29, 2016The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) has launched a database that will help researchers who are looking for animals to participate in clinical studies. It will also help veterinarians and animal owners that are seeking options for treatment.
Myths about thyroid disorders, vaccines in petsJune 23, 2016As a veterinarian for more than 50 years and still actively involved in our profession, I feel compelled to write about two legends that persist among us regarding thyroid disorders and vaccines.
Is today's dogma tomorrow's tooth worm?June 22, 2016This month’s column will take a diversion, with a history lesson followed by a philosophical discussion. The basis for discussion is this: What is considered today to be strong science may be the stuff of tomorrow’s folklore. As an example, let’s discuss the story of the tooth worm.
