The importance of fecal testingDecember 5, 2022Stool samples, a fecal analysis, parasite screenings, a “poop check.” It does not matter what you call it, if you work in a veterinary hospital, it is not the most popular test. Yet, they are performed, most likely, multiple times a day. They give a practitioner a wealth of knowledge, if done correctly, that cannot be discovered by any other means.
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Wildfire injuries increase deadly clots, cardiac issues in catsDecember 4, 2022With wildfires plaguing the western United States for several years, a group of vets have pursued a study to look into how the toll-like receptor 4 could play a role in future treatments.
There's a new way to detect cancerDecember 3, 2022There are 14.5 million growths detected every year in the U.S. Approximately 40 percent of them are never diagnosed for reasons of time, cost, and invasiveness of procedure among others.
How to read a scientific paperDecember 2, 2022It is important for veterinarians to constantly strive to improve their knowledge of diagnostic and therapeutic interventions, so they remain consistent with new findings. To do otherwise puts them at risk of failing to keep up with the latest clinical advancements.
Senior dogs' health, wellness focus of new research projectsNovember 24, 2022Age-associated inflammation, the potential impact of exercise on frailty, and the effect of heavy metal exposure on cognition in senior dogs are among the topics set to be explored via funding from Morris Animal Foundation.
Glucose monitoring options in dogs and catsNovember 21, 2022More and more frequently, our patients are benefiting from a world of advancing technology to treat various ailments. Diabetes mellites in dogs and cats can be challenging to treat and difficult to monitor due to the stress of hospitalization, nervous pet parents attempting to manage the disease for the first time, and supply shortages. Then there is the cost associated with insulin, syringes, and monitors.
Canine pancreatitis injectable OKed by FDANovember 21, 2022Panoquell-CA1 has been granted conditional approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the management of clinical signs associated with acute onset of pancreatitis in canines.
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.
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.
Cystotomy tips for challenging casesOctober 20, 2022There is something gratifying about doing a cystotomy and removing uroliths from the bladder.
