Neutering: The risks and benefits in the context of breed, sex, and ageDecember 29, 2020A perennial subject of debate and controversy in veterinary medicine is the age at which dogs and cats should be neutered, or even if they should be neutered at all.
Education Center - SponsoredAVMA benefits: Are you leaving anything behind?by • American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)As the national association for veterinarians, the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) provides tools and resources that help our members—and the veterinary profession as a whole—grow, advance, and succeed
Turmeric: Golden spice or fool’s gold?November 24, 2020Turmeric has long been employed for a wide range of health conditions in traditional folk medicine, particularly in Indian Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese medicine (TCM).
COVID pandemic exposes science denial—even in veterinary medicineOctober 29, 2020Taken by veterinary graduates in North America, the Veterinarian’s Oath begins, “I solemnly swear to use my scientific knowledge and skills for the benefit of society.”
Conflicts of interest in narrative reviews can be especially problematicSeptember 29, 2020In the last few years, several scientific publications have reported on a cluster of cases of dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in dogs that appear to be associated with grain-free foods .
New tools to help make evidence-based clinical decisionsSeptember 16, 2020While most general practice veterinarians have positive attitudes toward EBVM in general, many are unsure how to implement it in their daily work.
Is glucosamine effective for treating osteoarthritis?July 27, 2020As trained members of a scientific profession, it is best to understand why anecdotal evidence supporting the use of glucosamine is not a sufficient justification for recommending or selling it to client.
What conditions might benefit from PRP treatment?June 25, 2020Platelet-rich plasma therapy could help pets with arthritis, connective tissue and muscle injuries, and other conditions, but more research is needed.
A closer look at popular pet food myths… and why they are just thatJune 2, 2020The perfect food for dogs and cats is unknown and probably doesn’t exist, and the pressure to find this diet can easily lead to extreme and unhealthy choices.
