Neurology
Treatment Plans for Routine and Refractory Canine Epilepsy
An effective epilepsy treatment plan for dogs should reduce seizure frequency, minimize adverse drug effects, and maximize quality of life.
Neurology
Nutritional Intervention for Canine Cognitive Dysfunction
Many pet owners dismiss subtle behavioral changes in aging pets, which could be indicative of cognitive dysfunction syndrome. Veterinarians should learn to screen for CDS and know about the available treatments to alleviate the effects, including nutritional supplementation.Neurology
Chiari-like Malformation: An Overview
The challenging aspect of CMSM is that the clinical signs are often vague and nonspecific. Learn how to make a definitive diagnosis and manage it in your patients.Neurology
Nutritional Management of Idiopathic Epilepsy in Dogs
Nutritional therapy as an adjunct to antiepileptic drugs in the management of canine drug-resistant epilepsy holds promise, but additional trials involving larger study populations are needed.Neurology
Gait Abnormality: Musculoskeletal or Neurologic Condition?
When an animal is presented to you with a history of lameness or a gait abnormality, you need to determine whether the problem is musculoskeletal, neurologic, or both, so you can recommend the appropriate treatment.
Neurology
Head Tilt in Dogs: A Clinical Approach
Head tilt in dogs is a clinical presentation that most veterinarians encounter frequently in practice, most often due to dysfunction of the vestibular system.
Neurology
Management of Dogs and Cats With Cognitive Dysfunction
Senior dogs and cats should be evaluated for signs of cognitive impairment by using the diagnostic tools available, and treatment should be initiated as early as possible.Neurology
Neurologic Breakthrough in Canine Nutrition
A properly planned diet can help nutritionally manage dogs with epilepsy as a supplement to veterinary therapy.Neurology
Lesion Location Organized by Neurologic Assessment & Findings
Helena Rylander, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM (Neurology)
Neurology
The Practitioner’s Guide to Neurologic Causes of Canine Anisocoria
When evaluating patients with asymmetric pupils, the practitioner needs to determine whether one or both pupils are abnormal in size and localize the lesion responsible for anisocoria.