Ethics/Welfare
Bridging the Gap Between Terminal Illness and Euthanasia
Don’t be afraid to discuss hospice and end-of-life options with clients.
Nutrition
Beyond the Guaranteed Analysis: Comparing Pet Foods
Justin Shmalberg, DVM, Diplomate ACVN The guaranteed analysis found on all pet foods sold under AAFCO guidelines cannot be used to compare one pet food to another.
Nutrition
Novel Trends in Small Animal Nutrition: A Practical Guide
Justin Shmalberg, DVM, Diplomate ACVN Nutritional assessment is a cornerstone of veterinary wellness care.
Endocrinology
Feline Hyperthyroidism: Diagnosis & Therapeutic Modalities
David Bruyette, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM Hyperthyroidism is recognized as the most common endocrinopathy of older cats.
Neurology
How to Perform a Neurologic Examination in Companion Animals
How to perform a complete neurologic examination on dogs and cats with a suspected neurologic condition.
Personal/Professional Development
Finding Fulfillment in Feline Practice: An Interview With Elizabeth Colleran
At the 2013 NAVC Conference, the Bayer Veterinary Care Usage Study’s latest findings, which focused on feline care in veterinary practice, were presented by Bayer’s Animal Health Division in partnership with the American Association of Feline Practitioners (AAFP) and Brakke Consulting.
Dermatology
Focus on Otitis
Over the past year, more than 20 journal articles addressing otitis in dogs and cats have been published worldwide.
Veterinary Forensics
The Veterinarian as Crime Scene Investigator
The popularity of television shows, such as CSI and Law & Order, have significantly increased interest in forensic science as well as heightened the expectations of lay people with regard to what can be accomplished through “crime scene investigation.