Pinellia: What you need to know about this Chinese herbFebruary 24, 2017Chances are, if you’ve attended a continuing education course given by a promoter of Chinese herbs, you’ve been told about the countless benefits of the plant Pinellia ternata.
University of Minnesota develops cancer drug that helps dogs with hemangiosarcomaFebruary 14, 2017The University of Minnesota has announced the breakthrough trial of a new drug that improves survival rates in dogs diagnosed with a cancer called hemangiosarcoma (HSA). The research and results were published recently published in the journal of Molecular Cancer Therapeutics.
10 deadly sins of untreated ACLsFebruary 14, 2017Pet owners sometimes ask what would happen if we didn’t address a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL). Some colleagues suggest conservative treatment as a perfectly valid option.
How to spot signs of oral pain in your pet patientsFebruary 13, 2017There’s no ache like a toothache. I’ve had a few toothaches in my short life, some due to my affinity for sweets and some due to my affinity for baseball. The only pain that I know of that rivals dental pain is back pain.
The future of pet cloningFebruary 10, 20172016 saw the 20th anniversary of the birth of Dolly the sheep, the first successfully cloned mammal. What at first were heated, theoretical discussions about the ethics of cloning changed in 2005 when a South Korean firm, Sooam Biotech Research Foundation, cloned the first dog.
Why do vet schools shy away from holistic medicine?February 9, 2017Holistic medicine was not taught when many of us were in veterinary school. As a result, practitioners interested in holistic medicine had to learn on their own, often through mentors and few resources.
What you may not know about holistic medicineFebruary 9, 2017Homeopathy is one of several disciplines used by holistic-oriented veterinarians. Due to its “unusual” nature, it is often misunderstood by many practitioners and therefore discounted as a worthless therapy.
The latest in digital x-ray technologyFebruary 6, 2017Advances in radiography continue full steam ahead, with more streamlined products that allow veterinarians to take better X-rays while saving time and money. No one knows the exact numbers, but it’s safe to say the majority of veterinarians have made the switch to digital radiography.
Can You Solve This Puzzle?February 2, 2017 Pictured: Penis of a 6-month-old intact pit bull Questions What's your diagnosis? Describe a possibly life-threatening consequence. Describe three surgical steps. Comment on the prognosis.
Have you experienced 'vet shopping'?January 24, 2017The use of opioids and dissociative anesthetics, such as fentanyl and ketamine respectively, are essential for veterinarians to treat severe pain and for surgery. However, with the United States facing a human-related opioid crisis, there are cases of pets being injured so their owners can get hold of their drugs.
