Leptospirosis in dogs and catsOctober 20, 2022Regrettably, whether one considers leptospirosis “emerging,” “endemic,” or a combination of the two, this pathogen is an ongoing global One Health concern.
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One vet's tips for safer dental proceduresOctober 20, 2022Diagnostic testing continues to be a great tool to procure as much information as possible about a patient’s health—even mitigating serious risk in certain situations. Testing prior to dental procedures can be particularly important, as oral health evaluation and treatment require use of anesthesia.
Dog reproductive emergencies identifiedOctober 20, 2022Congrats! Your canine patient is pregnant—now what? While a smooth birthing process is ideal, it is key to know how to identify potential problems in case early intervention is needed to help save the life of the birthing dog and her puppies.
The value of EBVM and a move forwardOctober 20, 2022One of the key elements of evidence-based veterinary medicine (EBVM) is the need to regularly review and update our understanding and practices as new evidence is developed.
Cystotomy tips for challenging casesOctober 20, 2022There is something gratifying about doing a cystotomy and removing uroliths from the bladder.
Patient safety, access to care central to livestock center renovationSeptember 30, 2022Cattle, pigs, sheep, and other livestock now have improved access to care at Kansas State University (K-State).
FIP guidelines offer hope for quick diagnosisSeptember 30, 2022The 2022 AAFP/EveryCat Feline Infectious Peritonitis Diagnosis Guidelines detail characteristics and pathogenesis of feline infectious peritonitis (FIP), a fatal but difficult-to-detect disease caused by feline coronavirus (FCoV).
What veterinarians can learn from hummingbirdsSeptember 28, 2022From the time of James Herriot to modern 24/7 practice, some aspects of veterinary medicine will never change. Then as now, we do not know what will walk in the door, what surgical skills will be required of us, what complicated treatments must be instituted, or what conclusions must be determined and deftly explained. This makes for interesting work days. Alas, performing at the ragged edge of ability, efficiency, performance, and limitation as we do, it is no overstatement to say we experience hard days.
Exploring alternatives to scruffing catsSeptember 27, 2022Scruffing refers to a restraining technique involving firmly grasping the loose skin of a cat’s back, located between the shoulder blades. While scruffing is often meant for safely controlling and settling a cat, research shows the contrary. The scruffing method is often counterproductive, causing many cats to resist or even fight back more aggressively than when alternative handling is performed.
Why treating CID is so complicatedSeptember 26, 2022With pet owners increasingly opting to pursue treatment after a cancer diagnosis, the field of veterinary oncology sees consistent growth and investment into better cancer mitigation. As developments in cancer treatment continue, understanding adverse effects of these treatments is expanding. One such common effect is chemotherapy-induced diarrhea (CID) in dogs. While CID is likely already on every veterinary professional’s mind, knowing the specific impact of CID on canine patients’ health outcomes and potential treatment options is crucial for all who treat cancer or provide supportive care for dogs with CID.
