Exotic Medicine
Avian Radiography
Radiography of the avian patient is an essential diagnostic tool that assists with evaluation of a variety of disorders.
Emergency Medicine/Critical Care
Heatstroke in Dogs
This life-threatening condition can affect dogs of any age, breed, or gender. This article provides guidance on the types of heatstroke, risk factors, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment therapies, and prevention.
Radiology/Imaging
Endoscopy in Practice: A Penny for Your Thoughts
Adam Honeckman, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM (Small Animal Internal Medicine) Dr.
Endocrinology
Canine Hypoadrenocorticism: Overview, Diagnosis, & Treatment
Addison's disease has an overall low disease prevalence, and when combined with vague clinical signs and nonspecific clinicopathologic abnormalities, diagnosis is challenging.
Orthopedics
Managing Chronic Pain in Dogs and Cats, Part 2: The Best of the Rest in the Management of Osteoarthritis
Part 2 of a comprehensive look at managing chronic pain in dogs and cats.
Hematology
Coagulopathies in Veterinary Patients: When Is It Rat Poison?
Debra Liu, DVM, Diplomate ACVECC, and Lesley G.
Dermatology
Otitis Externa Series Part 1: Diagnosis of Otitis Externa
Otitis externa is a prevalent complaint in patients presented to small animal practices.
Behavior
The Use of Medications in Canine Behavior Therapy
Behavioral medications can make a significant difference in the management of a variety of problems.
Endocrinology
Methimazole: Management of Feline Hyperthyroidism
David Bruyette, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM (Internal Medicine) VCA West Los Angeles Animal Hospital & Veterinary Diagnostic Investigation and Consultation Methimazole (oral and transdermal) is a safe and effective medication for the treatment of feline hyperthyroidism.